Innovation Fest
19 – 23 May 2025
Celebrating creativity and innovation at Birmingham City University
Now in its twelfth consecutive year, Innovation Fest is a true experience, showcasing the creative talent from BCU. Designed to contribute to the knowledge economy, increase students’ employability by providing them with genuine portfolio material, and support the entrepreneurial talent of our students and future graduates.
As a Computing, Engineering and Built Environment student, you'll be supported by industry leaders and BCU academics to develop and showcase your cutting-edge project that could change the world, one idea at a time.
What is innovation fest?
As part of the university’s experiential learning program, students are encouraged to develop projects using the latest research, innovative philosophies, and practical solutions. This approach fosters innovation and entrepreneurship, enabling students to make a real-world impact and stand out in a competitive job market.
Industrialists and businesses are invited to attend the event, giving students the chance to showcase their research projects to potential employers and entrepreneurs, opening doors to future career opportunities.
Innovation Fest is more than just an exhibition of projects. It’s a platform that connects students with industry professionals, providing them with the exposure and networking opportunities necessary to succeed in their chosen fields.
Innovation projects
At BCU, Computing, Engineering and Built Environment students have the unique chance to positively impact society through their creativity and dedication.
Learn more about the projects showcased at Innovation Fest and see what some of our students produced.
Keynote speakers
We welcome a host of industry guests and experts to deliver talks and workshops throughout the week from companies such as Cisco and LK Metrology.
Explore STEAMhouse
Innovation Fest takes place in our brand new STEAMhouse building at our City Centre campus. Fancy a look around? Watch as Student Vlogger Caitlin takes you on a whistle-stop tour of the building and its facilities.
Welcome to STEAMhouse, the new home of Computing and Digital Technology. Let's take a look around. STEAMhouse has many teaching rooms across four floors which are open and mouldable and offer agile learning. This is Challenge Hub, STEAMhouse's major event space. Many external and internal guest speakers have been invited to STEAMhouse sessions - just in this very room such as the Mayor of Birmingham, the Vice Chancellor, guest speakers and the Chambers of Commerce. There's also been many cool events such as Careers Fair and Innovation Fest. It's a great opportunity for students network with local businesses and professionals, right next to where you'll be studying. This is STEAMhouse's production space it's used by local businesses to print, prototype and manufacture products. It's a great opportunity for students to network with business professionals, especially if they're aspiring entrepreneurs. This is the co-working space where businesses can meet, network and collaborate. It's in the heart of STEAMhouse right next to the Business Incubator and the teaching rooms. This is the STEAMhouse incubator, home of many businesses with their own office space. Being so close to teaching facilities opens up so many opportunities for students to get involved. This is one of STEAMhouse's innovative classrooms which offers open spaces for you to learn. There's also lots of comfy study areas for you to come and catch up on your work. Just look at this amazing environment.