# Event Details - **Event Name**: Advance Your Expertise: 2026/27 Funded Short Courses Programme Launch - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 02 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am – Wed, 02 Sep, 2026 at 12:30 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Join us at Ulster University Derry~Londonderry to explore funded 2026/27 short courses and hear inspiring local success stories.About this Event https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/a6d8ebb0-9eb1-11f1-86dd-a9509dccaf4b-rimg-w1200-h171-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg Join Ulster University Business School for the official launch of the 2026/2027 Department for the Economy (DfE) Funded Short Course programme at our Derry~Londonderry campus.Hosted by Broadcaster and Presenter, Lynette Fay, this event will celebrate the impact of these funded courses across the North West region, showcasing inspiring personal and business success stories.Highlights:Headline Speaker: Known for her unique blend of music, storytelling, and humor, Emer Maguire will share her personal journey and perform, bringing an inspiring, lighthearted, and engaging perspective to the power of continuous learning and growth.Explore courses: Discover how our 2026/2027 portfolio can boost your career, business, or workforce developmentNetworking & insights: Connect with alumni, local businesses, DfE representatives, and course tutors.This event will bring together course alumni, local businesses, stakeholders, DfE representatives, and regional partners to reflect on the positive impact of the programme to date and discuss how continued investment in skills development can support individuals, organisations, and the wider economy.We hope you will join us as we celebrate the achievements of the DfE-funded short courses and look ahead to another year of learning, innovation, and opportunity.Who should attendProfessionals looking to level up, pivot, or start a new career chapterAnyone curious about personal growth and the power of continuous learningTickets are free but must be reserved in advance.Please note that photographs and/or video footage will be taken throughout this event, by confirming your attendance you are confirming your consent. 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For further information on how we process photographs and/or video footage, please visit our Marketing and Communications Privacy Notice - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/derrylondonderry/advance-your-expertise-2026-27-funded-short-courses-programme-launch/100001994944934000 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes - Location: Ulster University, Derry-Londonderry Campus - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Derry/Londonderry - **state**: NI - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Ulster University, Derry-Londonderry Campus - **lat**: 55.0062362 - **long**: -7.3236107 - **full address**: Ulster University, Derry-Londonderry Campus, Northland Road, Derry/Londonderry, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Advance Your Expertise: 2026/27 Funded Short Courses Programme Launch - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/b9a9f67c6be31a55190e78b84abed3f3c92de0899eea7cd8bfb7e9e26a5e120a-rimg-w1200-h800-dc080818-gmir.jpg?v=1785750372 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Advance Your Expertise: 2026/27 Funded Short Courses Programme Launch being held? - **A:** Advance Your Expertise: 2026/27 Funded Short Courses Programme Launch takes place on Wed, 02 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am to Wed, 02 Sep, 2026 at 12:30 pm at Ulster University, Derry-Londonderry Campus, Northland Road, Derry/Londonderry, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Advance Your Expertise: 2026/27 Funded Short Courses Programme Launch? - **A:** Advance Your Expertise: 2026/27 Funded Short Courses Programme Launch is organized by Ulster University. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Advance Your Expertise: 2026/27 Funded Short Courses Programme Launch is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Derry/Londonderry, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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