Events

Conference

ACostE are pleased to announce that the next ACostE Conference is scheduled to take place on Wednesday 5th and Thursday 6th July 2023.

The conference is being held over two days, and will combine presentations by guest speakers and fellow members. In addition, to support continual professional development, a series of short workshops are available to attend.

There is an exciting and influential keynote speaker to open the conference on the 5th of July.

And if all of this hasn’t managed to wet your appetite, there is a Conference Awards dinner in the evening of the 5th July.

– Entrance to the conference is by ticket, including refreshments and a buffet lunch.

– Entrance to the Awards dinner is by an additional ticket.

This ACostE conference is open to ACostE members and non-members.

Venue

The ACostE Conference 2023 will take place at Birmingham City University’s Millennium Point campus (fourth floor). The university is known for its strong links with industry and innovative research programs, making it the perfect location for our conference that bridges academia and industry.

Millennium Point is located in the heart of Birmingham, one of the UK’s most vibrant and diverse cities. The campus is easily accessible by public transport, with the nearest train station (Birmingham Moor Street) just a 10-minute walk away. If you’re driving, there is ample parking available nearby.

ACostE Conference Dinner Awards

Make the most of your ACostE Conference 2023 experience by attending the conference dinner at Clayton’s Conference Lounge (Clayton Hotel Birmingham, Albert St, Birmingham B5 5JE). Enjoy a delicious 3-course banqueting menu, Prosecco at reception, and complementary drinks at the table while connecting with fellow skilled professionals.

How to get there

Birmingham is an exciting, vibrant city with good facilities and transportation links.

Public transport: Birmingham City University’s Millennium Point campus is located near Birmingham city center and is easily accessible by public transport. The nearest train station is Birmingham New Street, which is only a short walk from the campus. Additionally, several bus routes run directly to the campus. You can plan your journey and find more information on the Travel West Midlands website.

Car parking: There is limited car parking available at the Millennium Point campus. However, there are several public car parks located nearby, such as the Millennium Point multi-story car park and the Car Park 3 on Park Street. Parking fees may apply, and attendees are encouraged to plan their journey in advance to ensure they can find parking.

The venue is within the Clean Air Zone. Visit www.brumbreathes.co.uk to check if your vehicle is compliant or whether charges may apply.