Registration and fees
Registration for SEFI 2027 will open in early 2027. Early bird rates will be available for a limited period. Full details of registration categories, fees, and the registration process will be published here when available.
Details coming early 2027Code of conduct
SEFI 2027 is committed to providing a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment for all participants. All attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers are expected to adhere to our code of conduct. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. Full details will be published ahead of the conference.
Full policy coming soonConference locations and maps
The conference will be hosted at The Diamond, a state-of-the-art engineering facility at the University of Sheffield. Additional sessions and social events will take place at nearby venues across the university campus and city centre. Detailed maps and venue guides will be published closer to the conference.
Maps and directions coming soonInformation for presenters
Guidance for oral and poster presenters — including room specifications, AV equipment, timing, and upload procedures — will be provided to accepted authors after the notification of acceptance in March 2027.
Presenter guidance coming March 2027Logistics
Information on accommodation options, recommended hotels, transport from airports and train stations, and on-campus facilities will be published here. Sheffield is well connected by rail, road, and air and offers a wide range of accommodation to suit all budgets.
Logistics information coming soonEquity, Diversity & Inclusion
SEFI 2027 places ED&I at the heart of the conference experience. We are committed to ensuring accessible venues, inclusive programming, and a welcoming atmosphere for participants of all backgrounds, abilities, and identities. We encourage applications for our bursary scheme — further details will follow.
ED&I statement and bursary details coming soonWellness activities and taking a break
We recognise the value of rest and wellbeing during an intensive conference. SEFI 2027 will feature dedicated quiet spaces, outdoor breaks, and optional wellness activities throughout the programme. Sheffield's green spaces and cultural venues provide plenty of opportunities to recharge.
Full wellness programme coming soonSustainability
SEFI 2027 is committed to minimising its environmental impact. We are working to reduce waste, source food locally, and encourage low-carbon travel. A full sustainability plan will be published ahead of the conference, including guidance on carbon-offsetting travel and our on-site sustainability measures.
Sustainability plan coming soon