The UHR annual conference is designed to provide exceptional value, ensuring that every HR colleague can access high-quality, professional development.
Whether you are new to HR in Higher Education or a seasoned professional, this virtual format allows you to engage fully in the conference from the convenience of your own workspace, making it both accessible and cost-effective for busy HR teams.
Date: 12 May 2026 - 14 May 2026
Location Online
Programme - Tuesday 12 May
| 9:00 - 9:30 | Conference Registration |
| 9:00 - 9:30 | Conference Crafting: Set Yourself Up For Success |
| 9:30 - 9:35 | Conference Welcome |
| 9:35 - 10:20 | Plenary 1: Cultural Intelligence - Leading Through Change |
| 10:20 - 10:30 | Comfort Break |
| 10:30 - 11:15 | Workshops Block A |
| 11:15 - 11:45 | Break & Networking |
| 11:45 - 12:30 | Business Sessions Block A |
| 12:30 - 13:15 | Lunch & Networking Carousel |
| 13:15 - 14:15 | Legal Sessions Block A |
| 14:15 - 14:30 | Comfort Break |
| 14:30 - 14:35 | Plenary 2 Introduction |
| 14:35 - 15:30 | Plenary 2: Panel Session | How HE Can Be More Productive Through Its People |
| 15:30 - 16:00 | UHR Awards for Excellence in HR |
Programme - Wednesday 13 May
| 9:35 - 10:05 | Plenary 3: Mini Plenary Session | Universities At a Crossroads |
| 10:05 - 11:05 | Legal Sessions Block B |
| 11:05 - 11:30 | Break & Networking |
| 11:30 - 12:15 | Business Sessions Block B |
| 12:15 - 12:45 | Break & Networking |
| 12:45 - 13:30 | Special Interest Groups |
| 13:30 - 14:15 | Lunch & Networking Carousel |
| 14:15 - 15:00 | Workshops Block B |
| 15:00 - 15:10 | Comfort Break |
| 15:10 - 15:15 | Plenary 4 Introduction |
Programme - Thursday 14 May
| 9:30 - 10:15 | Workshops Block C |
| 10:15 - 10:45 | Break & Networking |
| 10:45 - 11:30 | Business Sessions Block C |
| 11:30 - 12:00 | Break & Networking |
| 12:00 - 13:00 | Legal Sessions Block C |
| 13:00 - 13:45 | Lunch & Networking Carousel |
| 13:45 - 13:50 | Plenary 5 Introduction |
| 13:50 - 14:20 | Plenary 5: Mini Plenary Session |
| 14:20 - 14:45 | Break & Networking |
| 14:45 - 15:50 | Plenary 6 Introduction |
For more information on this year's UHR Annual Conference and how to sign up, please visit the dedicated event page.
