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February focus: Intersectionality in Practice #EqualityMatters Out Now!💜
Putting inclusion at the heart of your work.
Discover Equality Matters, CDN’s monthly digest supporting staff to embed equality, diversity & inclusion across colleges.
📖https://bit.ly/3ZMqLMV
Putting inclusion at the heart of your work.
Discover Equality Matters, CDN’s monthly digest supporting staff to embed equality, diversity & inclusion across colleges.
📖https://bit.ly/3ZMqLMV
February 10, 2026 at 11:46 AM
February focus: Intersectionality in Practice #EqualityMatters Out Now!💜
Putting inclusion at the heart of your work.
Discover Equality Matters, CDN’s monthly digest supporting staff to embed equality, diversity & inclusion across colleges.
📖https://bit.ly/3ZMqLMV
Putting inclusion at the heart of your work.
Discover Equality Matters, CDN’s monthly digest supporting staff to embed equality, diversity & inclusion across colleges.
📖https://bit.ly/3ZMqLMV
⏳ Less than 2 weeks until the CDN Marketing & Comms Conference!
Spotlight on Keynote Eleanor Bradford – Crisis, What Crisis?
Practical, low-cost strategies to manage media during a crisis & drive positive coverage 🎯
🎟️ Register here: bit.ly/3ZPOCuW
Spotlight on Keynote Eleanor Bradford – Crisis, What Crisis?
Practical, low-cost strategies to manage media during a crisis & drive positive coverage 🎯
🎟️ Register here: bit.ly/3ZPOCuW
February 6, 2026 at 2:34 PM
⏳ Less than 2 weeks until the CDN Marketing & Comms Conference!
Spotlight on Keynote Eleanor Bradford – Crisis, What Crisis?
Practical, low-cost strategies to manage media during a crisis & drive positive coverage 🎯
🎟️ Register here: bit.ly/3ZPOCuW
Spotlight on Keynote Eleanor Bradford – Crisis, What Crisis?
Practical, low-cost strategies to manage media during a crisis & drive positive coverage 🎯
🎟️ Register here: bit.ly/3ZPOCuW
✨ Researcher Development Programme ✨
Bringing researchers together to build skills, confidence and networks.
Coming up:
📅 25 Feb – From Practice to Possibility
📅 25 Mar – Assessment Design & Compassionate Pedagogies
📅 29 Apr – Quiet Camaraderie
📩 [email protected]
Bringing researchers together to build skills, confidence and networks.
Coming up:
📅 25 Feb – From Practice to Possibility
📅 25 Mar – Assessment Design & Compassionate Pedagogies
📅 29 Apr – Quiet Camaraderie
📩 [email protected]
February 5, 2026 at 10:24 AM
✨ Researcher Development Programme ✨
Bringing researchers together to build skills, confidence and networks.
Coming up:
📅 25 Feb – From Practice to Possibility
📅 25 Mar – Assessment Design & Compassionate Pedagogies
📅 29 Apr – Quiet Camaraderie
📩 [email protected]
Bringing researchers together to build skills, confidence and networks.
Coming up:
📅 25 Feb – From Practice to Possibility
📅 25 Mar – Assessment Design & Compassionate Pedagogies
📅 29 Apr – Quiet Camaraderie
📩 [email protected]
📘 CAIRN Journal Issue 4 is live!
Today we’re highlighting “A Collaborative Trip to Belgium for Creative Industry Students” by @fvcollege.bsky.social College lecturers, showing how the Turing Scheme supports skills, confidence & employability through international study.
🔗 bit.ly/4abZ58V
Today we’re highlighting “A Collaborative Trip to Belgium for Creative Industry Students” by @fvcollege.bsky.social College lecturers, showing how the Turing Scheme supports skills, confidence & employability through international study.
🔗 bit.ly/4abZ58V
February 4, 2026 at 11:42 AM
📘 CAIRN Journal Issue 4 is live!
Today we’re highlighting “A Collaborative Trip to Belgium for Creative Industry Students” by @fvcollege.bsky.social College lecturers, showing how the Turing Scheme supports skills, confidence & employability through international study.
🔗 bit.ly/4abZ58V
Today we’re highlighting “A Collaborative Trip to Belgium for Creative Industry Students” by @fvcollege.bsky.social College lecturers, showing how the Turing Scheme supports skills, confidence & employability through international study.
🔗 bit.ly/4abZ58V
✨ New blog post: Sparks of Inspiration - Exploring the Insights and Innovations Hub ✨
Discover CDN’s Insights & Innovations Hub - practical ideas, case studies, podcasts and “small but mighty” changes.
Read blog post: bit.ly/4tkBdJ2
#YourCDN
Discover CDN’s Insights & Innovations Hub - practical ideas, case studies, podcasts and “small but mighty” changes.
Read blog post: bit.ly/4tkBdJ2
#YourCDN
Sparks of Inspiration: Exploring the Insights and Innovations Hub - College Development Network
In this blog post, Gordon Hunt, Head of Insight, Planning and Impact, and Jo Turbitt, Insight and Innovation Partner, introduce CDN’s Insights and Innovations Hub – a dynamic resource designed to brin...
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February 3, 2026 at 2:44 PM
✨ New blog post: Sparks of Inspiration - Exploring the Insights and Innovations Hub ✨
Discover CDN’s Insights & Innovations Hub - practical ideas, case studies, podcasts and “small but mighty” changes.
Read blog post: bit.ly/4tkBdJ2
#YourCDN
Discover CDN’s Insights & Innovations Hub - practical ideas, case studies, podcasts and “small but mighty” changes.
Read blog post: bit.ly/4tkBdJ2
#YourCDN
January's #YourCDN Update is NOW live 🗞️
From the Insights & Innovations Hub and Generative AI Series, to new research on digital skills, leadership opportunities, and #CollegeAwards 2025 highlights - there’s lots to explore.🤩
🔗 Read the full update: bit.ly/4t7Ou7v
From the Insights & Innovations Hub and Generative AI Series, to new research on digital skills, leadership opportunities, and #CollegeAwards 2025 highlights - there’s lots to explore.🤩
🔗 Read the full update: bit.ly/4t7Ou7v
January 29, 2026 at 10:17 AM
January's #YourCDN Update is NOW live 🗞️
From the Insights & Innovations Hub and Generative AI Series, to new research on digital skills, leadership opportunities, and #CollegeAwards 2025 highlights - there’s lots to explore.🤩
🔗 Read the full update: bit.ly/4t7Ou7v
From the Insights & Innovations Hub and Generative AI Series, to new research on digital skills, leadership opportunities, and #CollegeAwards 2025 highlights - there’s lots to explore.🤩
🔗 Read the full update: bit.ly/4t7Ou7v
Today, the STEP Network are meeting at The University of Edinburgh to share updates and work together on projects focused on enhancing learning, teaching and the student experience 🤝
Find out more about STEP here: step.ac.uk
Find out more about STEP here: step.ac.uk
January 27, 2026 at 11:21 AM
Today, the STEP Network are meeting at The University of Edinburgh to share updates and work together on projects focused on enhancing learning, teaching and the student experience 🤝
Find out more about STEP here: step.ac.uk
Find out more about STEP here: step.ac.uk
⏰ Only ONE WEEK to go!
✍️ Write On! – Stirling Edition is back at the Jisc Innovation Hub
📅 Jan 30 | ⏰ 9:30–3:30
Bring your notebook, laptop & that project you’ve been avoiding 👀
Come ready to write. Sign up: bit.ly/4pWXV78
#WriteOn #YourCDN
✍️ Write On! – Stirling Edition is back at the Jisc Innovation Hub
📅 Jan 30 | ⏰ 9:30–3:30
Bring your notebook, laptop & that project you’ve been avoiding 👀
Come ready to write. Sign up: bit.ly/4pWXV78
#WriteOn #YourCDN
Write On! - Stirling Edition
Pack up your notebook, your favourite pen, your laptop and that project you’ve been meaning to finish... Write On! is back
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January 23, 2026 at 9:44 AM
⏰ Only ONE WEEK to go!
✍️ Write On! – Stirling Edition is back at the Jisc Innovation Hub
📅 Jan 30 | ⏰ 9:30–3:30
Bring your notebook, laptop & that project you’ve been avoiding 👀
Come ready to write. Sign up: bit.ly/4pWXV78
#WriteOn #YourCDN
✍️ Write On! – Stirling Edition is back at the Jisc Innovation Hub
📅 Jan 30 | ⏰ 9:30–3:30
Bring your notebook, laptop & that project you’ve been avoiding 👀
Come ready to write. Sign up: bit.ly/4pWXV78
#WriteOn #YourCDN
✨ Excited to welcome Prof Tara Brabazon (@tarabrabazon.bsky.social) to the RDP!
📅 25 Feb | From Practice to Possibility
Explore how research can reshape teaching, supervision & academic practice - from SoTL to what’s next.
🎥 Watch Tara: bit.ly/3NwgXDH
📩 Info: [email protected]
#YourCDN
📅 25 Feb | From Practice to Possibility
Explore how research can reshape teaching, supervision & academic practice - from SoTL to what’s next.
🎥 Watch Tara: bit.ly/3NwgXDH
📩 Info: [email protected]
#YourCDN
January 22, 2026 at 2:35 PM
✨ Excited to welcome Prof Tara Brabazon (@tarabrabazon.bsky.social) to the RDP!
📅 25 Feb | From Practice to Possibility
Explore how research can reshape teaching, supervision & academic practice - from SoTL to what’s next.
🎥 Watch Tara: bit.ly/3NwgXDH
📩 Info: [email protected]
#YourCDN
📅 25 Feb | From Practice to Possibility
Explore how research can reshape teaching, supervision & academic practice - from SoTL to what’s next.
🎥 Watch Tara: bit.ly/3NwgXDH
📩 Info: [email protected]
#YourCDN
Sharpen your coaching skills & boost your leadership! 🏆
Join our Coaching Skills for Managers Programme and gain practical strategies to lead with confidence, build stronger teams, and handle difficult conversations effectively.
🔎Discover more & apply: bit.ly/4r774uO
Join our Coaching Skills for Managers Programme and gain practical strategies to lead with confidence, build stronger teams, and handle difficult conversations effectively.
🔎Discover more & apply: bit.ly/4r774uO
Coaching Skills for Managers - College Development Network
Designed for managers at all levels, this programme helps participants adopt a coaching approach to leading and managing teams and individuals.
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January 22, 2026 at 10:22 AM
Sharpen your coaching skills & boost your leadership! 🏆
Join our Coaching Skills for Managers Programme and gain practical strategies to lead with confidence, build stronger teams, and handle difficult conversations effectively.
🔎Discover more & apply: bit.ly/4r774uO
Join our Coaching Skills for Managers Programme and gain practical strategies to lead with confidence, build stronger teams, and handle difficult conversations effectively.
🔎Discover more & apply: bit.ly/4r774uO
📘 CAIRN Journal – Issue 4 Out Now!
What does it really mean to be a further education teacher?
🔍 Featured article:
‘I do enjoy teaching. I don’t know why, but I do’
A powerful phenomenological study of FE teacher experiences by Jenny Grubb, Dundee & Angus College.
👉 Read here: bit.ly/4a5RqKc
What does it really mean to be a further education teacher?
🔍 Featured article:
‘I do enjoy teaching. I don’t know why, but I do’
A powerful phenomenological study of FE teacher experiences by Jenny Grubb, Dundee & Angus College.
👉 Read here: bit.ly/4a5RqKc
January 21, 2026 at 2:24 PM
📘 CAIRN Journal – Issue 4 Out Now!
What does it really mean to be a further education teacher?
🔍 Featured article:
‘I do enjoy teaching. I don’t know why, but I do’
A powerful phenomenological study of FE teacher experiences by Jenny Grubb, Dundee & Angus College.
👉 Read here: bit.ly/4a5RqKc
What does it really mean to be a further education teacher?
🔍 Featured article:
‘I do enjoy teaching. I don’t know why, but I do’
A powerful phenomenological study of FE teacher experiences by Jenny Grubb, Dundee & Angus College.
👉 Read here: bit.ly/4a5RqKc
The Generative AI Series kicked off this week with strong interest from across the sector.🤖
Hands-on sessions with tools like ChatGPT, focused on practical teaching, learning and assessment.
Spaces still available over the coming weeks and months 👉 cdn.ac.uk/sharpen-your-skills/events/
Hands-on sessions with tools like ChatGPT, focused on practical teaching, learning and assessment.
Spaces still available over the coming weeks and months 👉 cdn.ac.uk/sharpen-your-skills/events/
January 20, 2026 at 12:25 PM
The Generative AI Series kicked off this week with strong interest from across the sector.🤖
Hands-on sessions with tools like ChatGPT, focused on practical teaching, learning and assessment.
Spaces still available over the coming weeks and months 👉 cdn.ac.uk/sharpen-your-skills/events/
Hands-on sessions with tools like ChatGPT, focused on practical teaching, learning and assessment.
Spaces still available over the coming weeks and months 👉 cdn.ac.uk/sharpen-your-skills/events/
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Thank you to Jo for the lovely mention!!! I'm writing the session now - can't wait to see everyone :) txxx
✨ We’re delighted to welcome Professor Tara Brabazon to the Researcher Development Programme on 25 Feb
Exploring how research reshapes teaching & supervision — from SoTL to what’s next
🎥 Watch Tara’s video 👇https://youtu.be/Sg_hpu5xLlQ
📩 Interested? Contact [email protected]
Exploring how research reshapes teaching & supervision — from SoTL to what’s next
🎥 Watch Tara’s video 👇https://youtu.be/Sg_hpu5xLlQ
📩 Interested? Contact [email protected]
January 18, 2026 at 10:04 PM
Thank you to Jo for the lovely mention!!! I'm writing the session now - can't wait to see everyone :) txxx
📢 #EqualityMatters Digest – Jan 2026 is out now!
This month: Inclusive Learning Environments 🌈
Featuring TransEdu guidance to better support trans & gender-diverse learners.
💡 View all Digests: bit.ly/3YIgL6F
This month: Inclusive Learning Environments 🌈
Featuring TransEdu guidance to better support trans & gender-diverse learners.
💡 View all Digests: bit.ly/3YIgL6F
January 16, 2026 at 1:15 PM
📢 #EqualityMatters Digest – Jan 2026 is out now!
This month: Inclusive Learning Environments 🌈
Featuring TransEdu guidance to better support trans & gender-diverse learners.
💡 View all Digests: bit.ly/3YIgL6F
This month: Inclusive Learning Environments 🌈
Featuring TransEdu guidance to better support trans & gender-diverse learners.
💡 View all Digests: bit.ly/3YIgL6F
🚨 Issue 4 of the CAIRN Journal is out now!
🔍 Today we highlight Becoming Trauma-Informed article ✍️ by Danilo Rigliaco (City of Glasgow College ).
A powerful reflection on relational pedagogy, emotional labour & systemic change in the college sector.
📚 Read: bit.ly/3NnM708
🔍 Today we highlight Becoming Trauma-Informed article ✍️ by Danilo Rigliaco (City of Glasgow College ).
A powerful reflection on relational pedagogy, emotional labour & systemic change in the college sector.
📚 Read: bit.ly/3NnM708
January 16, 2026 at 10:18 AM
🚨 Issue 4 of the CAIRN Journal is out now!
🔍 Today we highlight Becoming Trauma-Informed article ✍️ by Danilo Rigliaco (City of Glasgow College ).
A powerful reflection on relational pedagogy, emotional labour & systemic change in the college sector.
📚 Read: bit.ly/3NnM708
🔍 Today we highlight Becoming Trauma-Informed article ✍️ by Danilo Rigliaco (City of Glasgow College ).
A powerful reflection on relational pedagogy, emotional labour & systemic change in the college sector.
📚 Read: bit.ly/3NnM708
The Generative AI Series is back!🙌
These FREE online workshops return with hands-on experience using tools like ChatGPT.
🤖 Practical AI for college staff
🤖 Suitable for beginners & experienced users
📅 Multiple dates (some sessions are now full)
🔗 cdn.ac.uk/sharpen-your-skills/events/
These FREE online workshops return with hands-on experience using tools like ChatGPT.
🤖 Practical AI for college staff
🤖 Suitable for beginners & experienced users
📅 Multiple dates (some sessions are now full)
🔗 cdn.ac.uk/sharpen-your-skills/events/
January 15, 2026 at 10:36 AM
The Generative AI Series is back!🙌
These FREE online workshops return with hands-on experience using tools like ChatGPT.
🤖 Practical AI for college staff
🤖 Suitable for beginners & experienced users
📅 Multiple dates (some sessions are now full)
🔗 cdn.ac.uk/sharpen-your-skills/events/
These FREE online workshops return with hands-on experience using tools like ChatGPT.
🤖 Practical AI for college staff
🤖 Suitable for beginners & experienced users
📅 Multiple dates (some sessions are now full)
🔗 cdn.ac.uk/sharpen-your-skills/events/
📘 CAIRN Journal – Issue 4 Out Now!
We’re excited to share the latest issue of the Colleges Action Inquiry Research Network (CAIRN) Journal, showcasing practitioner-led research from across Scotland’s college sector.
👉 Read Issue 4: bit.ly/3NgI6dH
#CAIRN #YourCDN
We’re excited to share the latest issue of the Colleges Action Inquiry Research Network (CAIRN) Journal, showcasing practitioner-led research from across Scotland’s college sector.
👉 Read Issue 4: bit.ly/3NgI6dH
#CAIRN #YourCDN
CAIRN Journal Issue 4 - College Development Network
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January 13, 2026 at 11:26 AM
📘 CAIRN Journal – Issue 4 Out Now!
We’re excited to share the latest issue of the Colleges Action Inquiry Research Network (CAIRN) Journal, showcasing practitioner-led research from across Scotland’s college sector.
👉 Read Issue 4: bit.ly/3NgI6dH
#CAIRN #YourCDN
We’re excited to share the latest issue of the Colleges Action Inquiry Research Network (CAIRN) Journal, showcasing practitioner-led research from across Scotland’s college sector.
👉 Read Issue 4: bit.ly/3NgI6dH
#CAIRN #YourCDN
✨ Ready to level up your leadership?
The Coaching Skills for Managers Programme returns in-person in Stirling on 10 Feb & 3 Mar.
Develop practical coaching skills to enhance team performance, build confidence, and embed a coaching culture.
Apply now 👉https://bit.ly/4sCQeWc
The Coaching Skills for Managers Programme returns in-person in Stirling on 10 Feb & 3 Mar.
Develop practical coaching skills to enhance team performance, build confidence, and embed a coaching culture.
Apply now 👉https://bit.ly/4sCQeWc
January 9, 2026 at 2:03 PM
✨ Ready to level up your leadership?
The Coaching Skills for Managers Programme returns in-person in Stirling on 10 Feb & 3 Mar.
Develop practical coaching skills to enhance team performance, build confidence, and embed a coaching culture.
Apply now 👉https://bit.ly/4sCQeWc
The Coaching Skills for Managers Programme returns in-person in Stirling on 10 Feb & 3 Mar.
Develop practical coaching skills to enhance team performance, build confidence, and embed a coaching culture.
Apply now 👉https://bit.ly/4sCQeWc
✨ We’re delighted to welcome Professor Tara Brabazon to the Researcher Development Programme on 25 Feb
Exploring how research reshapes teaching & supervision — from SoTL to what’s next
🎥 Watch Tara’s video 👇https://youtu.be/Sg_hpu5xLlQ
📩 Interested? Contact [email protected]
Exploring how research reshapes teaching & supervision — from SoTL to what’s next
🎥 Watch Tara’s video 👇https://youtu.be/Sg_hpu5xLlQ
📩 Interested? Contact [email protected]
January 9, 2026 at 9:50 AM
✨ We’re delighted to welcome Professor Tara Brabazon to the Researcher Development Programme on 25 Feb
Exploring how research reshapes teaching & supervision — from SoTL to what’s next
🎥 Watch Tara’s video 👇https://youtu.be/Sg_hpu5xLlQ
📩 Interested? Contact [email protected]
Exploring how research reshapes teaching & supervision — from SoTL to what’s next
🎥 Watch Tara’s video 👇https://youtu.be/Sg_hpu5xLlQ
📩 Interested? Contact [email protected]
This is #YourCDN💙
Sharpen your skills. Spark insights.
Supporting you every step of the way.
As 2026 begins, discover opportunities to learn, connect, and grow across Scotland’s college sector with CDN events, courses, and online learning.
Explore CDN: www.cdn.ac.uk
Sharpen your skills. Spark insights.
Supporting you every step of the way.
As 2026 begins, discover opportunities to learn, connect, and grow across Scotland’s college sector with CDN events, courses, and online learning.
Explore CDN: www.cdn.ac.uk
January 8, 2026 at 10:09 AM
This is #YourCDN💙
Sharpen your skills. Spark insights.
Supporting you every step of the way.
As 2026 begins, discover opportunities to learn, connect, and grow across Scotland’s college sector with CDN events, courses, and online learning.
Explore CDN: www.cdn.ac.uk
Sharpen your skills. Spark insights.
Supporting you every step of the way.
As 2026 begins, discover opportunities to learn, connect, and grow across Scotland’s college sector with CDN events, courses, and online learning.
Explore CDN: www.cdn.ac.uk
🤖 Curious about AI in education?
The Generative AI Series returns this month, offering hands-on experience with tools like ChatGPT and real-world strategies for teaching, learning & assessment — ethically and effectively.
👉 Find out more & register: cdn.ac.uk/sharpen-your-skills/events/
The Generative AI Series returns this month, offering hands-on experience with tools like ChatGPT and real-world strategies for teaching, learning & assessment — ethically and effectively.
👉 Find out more & register: cdn.ac.uk/sharpen-your-skills/events/
January 7, 2026 at 9:57 AM
🤖 Curious about AI in education?
The Generative AI Series returns this month, offering hands-on experience with tools like ChatGPT and real-world strategies for teaching, learning & assessment — ethically and effectively.
👉 Find out more & register: cdn.ac.uk/sharpen-your-skills/events/
The Generative AI Series returns this month, offering hands-on experience with tools like ChatGPT and real-world strategies for teaching, learning & assessment — ethically and effectively.
👉 Find out more & register: cdn.ac.uk/sharpen-your-skills/events/
✨ CDN Year in Review: 2025 ✨
A year of innovation, collaboration & impact across Scotland’s colleges — from #YourCDN, Elevate LT to our biggest-ever #CollegeAwards!
Here’s to highlights we achieved in 2025… and even more to come in 2026.
👉https://bit.ly/4jlnD3z
#YourCDN
A year of innovation, collaboration & impact across Scotland’s colleges — from #YourCDN, Elevate LT to our biggest-ever #CollegeAwards!
Here’s to highlights we achieved in 2025… and even more to come in 2026.
👉https://bit.ly/4jlnD3z
#YourCDN
December 17, 2025 at 11:06 AM
✨ CDN Year in Review: 2025 ✨
A year of innovation, collaboration & impact across Scotland’s colleges — from #YourCDN, Elevate LT to our biggest-ever #CollegeAwards!
Here’s to highlights we achieved in 2025… and even more to come in 2026.
👉https://bit.ly/4jlnD3z
#YourCDN
A year of innovation, collaboration & impact across Scotland’s colleges — from #YourCDN, Elevate LT to our biggest-ever #CollegeAwards!
Here’s to highlights we achieved in 2025… and even more to come in 2026.
👉https://bit.ly/4jlnD3z
#YourCDN
The Generative AI Series is back!!!🤖
Educators, support staff and leaders can get hands-on with tools like ChatGPT, exploring practical ways to enhance teaching, learning and assessment — with ethical use front of mind.
The next series starts January 👇
cdn.ac.uk/sharpen-your-skills/events/
Educators, support staff and leaders can get hands-on with tools like ChatGPT, exploring practical ways to enhance teaching, learning and assessment — with ethical use front of mind.
The next series starts January 👇
cdn.ac.uk/sharpen-your-skills/events/
December 16, 2025 at 2:38 PM
The Generative AI Series is back!!!🤖
Educators, support staff and leaders can get hands-on with tools like ChatGPT, exploring practical ways to enhance teaching, learning and assessment — with ethical use front of mind.
The next series starts January 👇
cdn.ac.uk/sharpen-your-skills/events/
Educators, support staff and leaders can get hands-on with tools like ChatGPT, exploring practical ways to enhance teaching, learning and assessment — with ethical use front of mind.
The next series starts January 👇
cdn.ac.uk/sharpen-your-skills/events/