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05/10/2026

17.30  Education Policy Institute in partnership with AQA

Birmingham ICC : Executive Room 2

Building a digitally skilled generation: what do we need for the future workforce?

Digital capability is essential for success in education, work and everyday life, yet evidence shows that digital skills and confidence remain uneven. Further, there are wider debates about what the education system needs to ensure young people are prepared for a rapidly changing labour market. This EPI-AQA panel will consider what is needed from curriculum, assessment and wider education policy to build a digitally skilled generation.

19.30  Education Policy Institute in partnership with AQA

Birmingham ICC : Executive Room 2

[Invite-only reception] Raising education standards in a digital age

We invite you to join EPI and AQA for an evening of conversation with colleagues across the education and skills sector, considering how to ensure young people develop the digital knowledge and capabilities they need to thrive in a modern, technology‑driven society. This event is by invitation only, to request a ticket please get in touch on [email protected].