Celebrating British Science Week
Staff and students from across WMG at the University of Warwick had another busy, fun-packed British Science Week, taking part in a total of 11 special STEM events reaching out to more than 1,500 young scientists, teachers, and families.
British Science WeekLink opens in a new window is a ten-day celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths running from 7-16 March.
WMG staff and students joined the Outreach Team at the University of Warwick’s Resonate Festival of Science and Technology; led science workshops at schools and held the Royal Institution (Ri) Engineering Masterclasses and celebration events.
The Resonate Festival of Science and Technology welcomed over 500 people. Here the WMG team ran ‘Inventors, Explorers and Engineers’, which featured a robot maze; a robot vehicle battle arena; coding workshops; a controllable model train system and more.
Expert comment on the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill
Expert comment from Dr Gregory EpiphaniouLink opens in a new window, Associate Professor of Cyber Security Engineering at WMG, on the UK Government’s forthcoming Cyber Security and Resilience BillLink opens in a new window.
"The forthcoming Cyber Security and Resilience (CSR) Bill introduces sweeping changes such as stricter compliance requirements, stronger enforcement powers, and steep daily fines for cybersecurity lapses, which means organisations without large in-house security teams face mounting pressure to meet regulatory standards."
Powering the Future
With a shared commitment to bring together academia and industry in battery research and development, WMG at The University of Warwick and the Faraday InstitutionLink opens in a new window have partnered to deliver a bespoke training programme to help bridge the skills gap in the UK battery sectorLink opens in a new window.
As the UK accelerates towards a more sustainable, electric future there is a rapidly growing demand for skilled researchers and engineers in battery technology and innovation. The Faraday Institution, the UK’s independent institute for electrochemical energy storage research and battery skills development, understands the growing demand for next-generation researchers to help support the ever-evolving battery industry.
Seeking a unique training solution to equip its PhD students and early career researchers with up-to-date knowledge and skills in the latest technological advancements in batteries, the Faraday Institution partnered with the WMG Skills CentreLink opens in a new window to establish the WMG-Faraday Battery School. Now in its seventh year, the industry-aligned 4-day programme recently welcomed 30 PhD students to WMG’s Energy Innovation Centre, bringing the total number of upskilled researchers to 240.
WMG Professor recognised in India-UK Achievers Award Class of 2025
WMG at The University of Warwick’s Head of Safe AutonomyLink opens in a new window, Professor Siddartha KhastgirLink opens in a new window, has been named in the Class of 2025 at the India-UK Achievers Honours.
Professor Khastgir was recognised in the ‘Education, Science and Innovation’ category, for his outstanding research impacts and contributions to India-UK relations.
Organised by the National Indian Students and Alumni Union (NISAULink opens in a new window) UK in collaboration with the British Council in India and the UK Government’s Department for International Trade, the awards recognise Indian students and alumni in the UK who make significant contributions to education, art, culture, and other social sectors.
WMG launches new Supply Chain Innovation Hub in collaboration with JLR
WMG at The University of Warwick is proud to announce the launch of the JLR-WMG Supply Chain Innovation Hub. Working in partnership with luxury automotive manufacturer JLR, the hub is aground-breaking research and industry collaboration aimed at developing innovative and best-in-class supply chain solutions.
The hub aims to foster a dynamic and collaborative environment, engaging with JLRLink opens in a new windowLink opens in a new window to develop cutting-edge supply chain solutions. The partnership will pave the way for data-driven intelligent supply chain solutions while promoting sustainability and resilience in the supply chain impacted by a VUCA (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex & Ambiguous) world.
Led by Professor Alok ChoudharyLink opens in a new windowLink opens in a new window, Head of Supply Chain ResearchLink opens in a new windowLink opens in a new window at WMG, and Dr Heiko Gierhardt, Director of Material Fulfilment for Industrial Operations at JLR, this collaboration will establish a ‘Living Lab’ environment.
MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships
Two WMG researchers, Mert GülçürLink opens in a new windowLink opens in a new window and Link opens in a new windowLink opens in a new windowDerya Kaya Özdemir have received MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships from Horizon Europe Marie Skłodowska-Curie ActionsLink opens in a new windowLink opens in a new window. MSCALink opens in a new windowLink opens in a new window are the EU’s flagship funding programme for doctoral education and postdoctoral training, supporting career development, whilst fostering excellence in research.
Cyber Security graduate wins prestigious Fred Piper Award
Edward Motson, a BSc Cyber SecurityLink opens in a new window graduate from WMG at The University of Warwick, was named as the Fred Piper Award Winner at ‘CIISec LIVE’ in Bristol.
In honour of Professor Fred Piper, this national award is presented by The Chartered Institute of Information Security (CIISec) to celebrate outstanding students, not only for academic achievements but for contributions to the cyber community too.
Those nominated for the Fred Piper Award have previously been awarded the titles of Best Student or Best Project by CIISec’s Academic Partners, as part of CIISec's Student of the Year Awards.
WMG and Tata Technologies drive innovation and skills development
WMG at The University of Warwick and Tata Technologies Link opens in a new windowhave entered an agreement bringing together the best of academia and industry to empower the next generation of engineering talent and accelerate innovation in automotive and aerospace technologies.
The new memorandum of understanding sets the foundation for:
- Bespoke short courses delivered via the WMG Skills CentreLink opens in a new window to enhance workforce skills
- Modular education programmes to support employee career growth
- Joint R&D initiatives to drive innovation in engineering and manufacturing specifically in AI, Autonomy/ Connectivity, Cyber security, Smart Manufacturing and Digital Twins
- Opportunities for EngD and PhD candidates to gain hands-on experience within Tata Technologies
- Internships and placements for WMG students
- Sharing industry insights with guest lectures delivered by experts at both WMG and Tata Technologies
WMG Master’s course ranked QS top 5 in the world
According to the QS International Trade Rankings 2025Link opens in a new window, WMG, at the University of Warwick’s MSc in International Trade, Strategy and OperationsLink opens in a new window (ITSO) programme has been placed 4th in the world, and 2nd in the UK
Recognised for its cutting-edge curriculum and strong industry ties, the programme excels across six key criteria:
- Trade programme
- Graduate outcomes
- Industry engagement
- Innovative teaching
- Reputation
- Research
BCS accreditation for WMG education programmes
A total of five undergraduate and postgraduate programmes at WMG, University of Warwick have received accreditation from the BCS, Chartered Institute for IT.
The BCS, the professional body for computing, awarded unconditional accreditation, to the following:
Full-time courses
· BSc Cyber Security
· MSc Cyber Security Engineering
· MSc Cyber Security Management
Degree Apprenticeships
· BSc Digital and Technology Solutions
· MSc Digital and Technology Solutions
This accreditation ensures that graduates from the relevant BSc and MSc programmes are automatically eligible to apply for full or partial Chartered Information Technology Professional (CITP) membership with BCS respectively, thereby enhancing their employability prospects as they embark on careers in technology and computing.