We are seeking expressions of interest for the CAUDIT UK Study Tour from 16-25 March 2026.
CAUDIT Members have been invited to participate in the UCISA26 Leadership Conference on 17 - 19 March 2026 in Liverpool, UK. To support you to make the most of this invitation, CAUDIT will offer a UK study tour around the conference from 20-25 March 2026, with the itinerary outlined below. The CAUDIT Study Tour is open to CAUDIT Member Representatives and direct reports.
What is UCISA26? The UCISA26 Leadership Conference is the “go-to” opportunity for IT leaders (CIO/CDO’s) and technology professionals within the UK Higher Education sector.
Why the UK? The study tour is an opportunity to visit, connect with and learn from leading institutions across the UK. UK institutions are like ours with large student cohorts, a research focus and much smaller staff numbers and budgets. The challenges and opportunities we face are consistent across borders and collaboration presents significant opportunities for knowledge sharing and problem solving.
How do I book? CAUDIT will provide details to participants to manage their bookings and all associated costs, or CAUDIT can manage the bookings on your behalf and invoice.
How much will it cost? Indicative costs for the conference, accommodation and transport are $6,000AUD. This estimate includes some meals. Air fares are excluded.
Expressions of interest are open until 31 October 2025 and can be sent to Greg Sawyer, CEO, CAUDIT.
UK Study Tour draft agenda
Day | Date | Itinerary | Accommodation |
Sunday | 15 March 2026 | Depart Australia/ New Zealand | NA |
Monday | 16 March 2026 | Arrive Heathrow Travel to Liverpool | Liverpool |
Tuesday | 17 March 2026 | AM: Visit Liverpool University PM: UCISA Leadership Conference | Liverpool |
Wednesday | 18 March 2026 | AM/PM: UCISA Leadership Conference | Liverpool |
Thursday | 19 March 2026 | AM: UCISA Leadership Conference PM: Travel to Durham | Durham |
Friday | 20 March 2026 | AM: Durham University visit PM: Travel to London | London |
Saturday | 21 March 2026 | Free time | London |
Sunday | 22 March 2026 | Free time | London |
Monday | 23 March 2026 | AM: Technology1 PM: London School of Economics visit | London |
Tuesday | 24 March 2026 | AM: University of West London visit PM: Greenwich University visit | London |
Wednesday | 25 March 2026 | AM: London Business School PM: Vendor or additional institution PM(Late): Depart for Australia (or extend) | London |
Thursday | 26 March 2026 | Potential Tour Extension | London |