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| | | Save the date! European Convention of Engineering Deans 2027 Website Now Live |
| | | 📅 7–9 June 2027 📍 Ankara, Türkiye Organised this year by Middle East Technical University (METU), ECED27 explores the dynamic and evolving responsibilities of the profession: “The Irreplaceable Engineer: Beyond Technical Excellence.” Confirmed keynote speakers include Prof. Punya Mishra (Arizona State University), Süreyya Ciliv (Chairman at System Capital, Kuika and System Optima), and Prof. John Mitchell (University College London). |
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| | | Envisioning the Future of Lifelong Learning in Engineering: Models, Partnerships, Risks, and Opportunities |
| | | We are excited to announce the publication of the Continuing Engineering Education and Lifelong Learning Action Priorities and Symposium Report. This document brings together the key perspectives and priorities for action emerging from the symposium Envisioning the Future of Lifelong Learning in Engineering, organised by the SEFI Special Interest Group on CEE and LLL during the 2026 SEFI Annual Conference. |
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| | | Educating Future Semiconductor Workforce: From Engineering Fundamentals to Industry Readiness |
| | | 📅 17 November 2026 🕑 15:00–16:00 CET Hear from Patrick Haspel, Executive Director Synopsys Academic and Research Alliance, about how academic-industry collaboration can prepare the next generation of semiconductor engineers. The webinar will explore the complementary roles of universities, semiconductor companies, and technology providers in strengthening curricula, supporting faculty, and creating meaningful pathways into semiconductor careers. |
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| | | Engineering a Culture of Care: Building a Community of Practice in Engineering Education |
| | | 📅 8 December 2026 🕑 15:00–16:00 CET What does it mean to care in engineering education? Is care about being a kind and supportive teacher, or does it require us to fundamentally rethink how we teach, learn, research, and relate to one another? In this interactive SEFI webinar, we will explore what ethics of care means for engineering education and how it can inform our teaching and research. Participants will be invited to reflect on their own practices, share experiences and challenges, and explore opportunities for bringing care into their contexts. |
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| | | Expressions of Interest Open for 2027 SEFI Ethics SIG Spring Symposium |
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| | | Save the date! 23rd SEFI Mathematics SIG Seminar |
| | | 📅 30 June–2 July 2027 📍 TU Delft, Netherlands The 2027 MSIG Seminar's theme is Improving the Learning Experience of Students doing Mathematics in Engineering. It invites educators, researchers and practitioners to share ideas, research and good practice on how students engage with and learn mathematics in engineering programmes. The seminar webpage is now online. Key dates, including abstract submission and registration deadlines, will be announced following the MSIG Steering Committee meeting in late November. |
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| | | Mariam Makramalla is the New Co-Chair of Capacity Building SIG |
| | | As of 1 November 2027, Mariam Makramalla will serve as the new Co-Chair of the SEFI Capacity Building SIG. Mariam holds a PhD in Education from the University of Cambridge and is currently Associate Professor at the School of Engineering, New Giza University. Her research critically examines curriculum reform, with a focus on how educational systems can reproduce or challenge sociocultural power dynamics. SEFI warmly thanks the outgoing Co-Chair, Jennifer Griffiths (UCL), for her outstanding commitment, support, and contributions to the SIG. Learn more about the SIG here. |
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| | | Publication Spotlight Series: Enhancing the Measurement of Employability in Engineering, Insights from a Systematic Literature Review |
| | | In the newest episode of the SEFI Podcast, Andrew Valentine (University of Melbourne) shares insights from his co-authored paper published in EJEE centred around the crucial question: How do we know if an engineering degree actually increases a student's employability? This systematic review analysed 25 years of data and uncovered massive gaps in how engineering programmes measure career readiness. |
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| | | New Publications in the SEFI Journal of Engineering Education Advancement |
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| | | Special Issue: "Emotions in Engineering Education: Widening perspectives in a rapidly growing field of research" |
| | | Emotions are deeply embedded in how students learn, how educators teach, and how professional identities are formed within the engineering discipline. This new special issue of the European Journal of Engineering Education expands the conversation beyond traditional topics, bringing together a diverse collection of research articles and an insightful editorial exploring how affect, ethics, identity, gender, and stress intersect with engineering formation. Whether you are a researcher, practitioner, or institutional leader, this volume offers critical insights into the human and psychological dimensions of becoming an engineer. |
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| | | Queen Mary University of London Joins SEFI |
| | | We are excited thrilled to officially welcome the Queen Mary University of London as the newest institutional member of SEFI! "Queen Mary University of London is delighted to join SEFl. This membership reflects our commitment to excellence and innovation in engineering education, international collaboration, and the continuous enhancement of the student learning experience. We look forward to contributing to and learning from a vibrant community of engineering educators across Europe and beyond." – Professor Wen Wang, Vice-Principal and Executive Dean for Science and Engineering |
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| | | International Materials Education Symposium 2027 |
| | | 📆 31 March–1 April 2027 📍 Cambridge, UK The IMES 2027 is accepting abstracts. Contributions are invited on topics including innovative teaching and assessment practices, AI in materials education, multidisciplinary STEM education, sustainability, and preparing the next generation of materials innovators. The deadline for talk abstracts is 20 November 2026, while poster abstracts and early-bird registration close on 31 January 2027. |
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10–13 May 2027 Guimaraes, Portugal |
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24–28 May 2027 Leuven, Belgium |
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3–4 June 2027 Dublin, Ireland |
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7-9 June 2027 Ankara, Turkey |
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30 June–2 July 2027 Delft, Netherlands |
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14–17 September 2027 Sheffield, England
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| | | Board of European Students of Technology Contributions at SEFI 2026 |
| | | At the 2026 SEFI Annual Conference, BEST brought the student perspective into the debate on the future of engineering education through two complementary contributions. The position paper, Empowering transitions: Building skills for the future, highlights gaps between higher education and career readiness, while EIP research, based on 412 European STEM students and three BEST Symposia on Education, explores how interdisciplinary learning can better prepare students for today’s professional challenges. More info here. |
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| | | Research in Engineering Education Network 2026 Virtual Forum |
| | | 📅13 November 2026 📍 Online The Research in Engineering Education Network (REEN) 2026 Virtual Forum, hosted by Virginia Tech, will bring together the global Engineering Education Research community through plenary talks by leading scholars, participant-led workshops, and collaborative networking spaces. Participation is free of charge. More info here. |
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ASSOCIATION OF NORDIC ENGINEERS |
| | | ANE Publish Engineering Preparedness Report for Nordic-Baltic Region |
| | | The Association of Nordic Engineers, representing the engineering organisations of Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland and Iceland, have published a new report: Engineering Preparedness for a Contested Nordic-Baltic Region. Their analysis of the Nordic-Baltic region shows that preparedness increasingly depends on specialised engineering expertise in areas such as energy systems, telecommunications, cybersecurity, operational technology, AI-enabled infrastructure, and critical infrastructure restoration. Read the report here. |
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| | | Corporate Partner Susie Ye Speaks at "Quality Assurance of European University Alliances" Webinar |
| | | In a roundtable discussion, Susie Ye joined representatives from European Students' Union and European Trade Union Committee for Education ETUCE-CSEE to discuss the added value and potential caveat of European University Alliances. She stressed the unique position of European University Alliances to help European universities and companies to continue innovate and grow, through partnerships with industry on talent development and research & innovation projects. Read more here. |
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Commission launches RAISE pledging initiative to boost AI support for researchers across Europe |
| | | The European Commission has launched the RAISE (Resource for AI Science in Europe) pledging initiative for AI in Science Enablers. This initiative aims to mobilise private-sector and philanthropic support for European researchers working across artificial intelligence and science, beyond what public funding alone can provide. Read more here. |
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Commission delivers more than €210 million to support over 700 researchers to build their careers in Europe |
| | | More than 700 additional researchers will be able to build their careers in Europe thanks to an additional boost of over €210 million to the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) – one of Europe's flagship programmes for research careers. The funding is part of Choose Europe, the European Commission's initiative to position the EU as the main global magnet for scientific talent, research, and technological innovation. Read more here. |
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