COUNTDOWN TO THE EVENT

THREE EXPERIENCES. ONE ESSENTIAL EVENT

Property Week’s Student Accommodation Conference & Awards takes place on 30 November – 1 December at Westminster Park Plaza, London. The two-day event brings together leaders from across the student living sector, starting on Monday 30 November with three exclusive events: Property Padel, a Parliamentary Reception and Site Visits. The main conference and Awards take place on 1 December.

DAYTIME CONFERENCE

Across two stages, leading property professionals will explore market dynamics, investment opportunities, policy developments and key challenges through Q&As, debates and interactive discussions.

EXPLORE THE AGENDA

EVENING AWARDS

Explore the official finalist list and join us for an evening celebrating the best in student living. Discover the people, organisations and innovations driving the sector forward.

MEET THE 2026 FINALISTS

FRINGE EVENTS

On 30 November, delegates can join us for Site Visits, Property Padel and a Parliamentary Reception. Want to put your brand at the centre of these? Get in touch to explore partnership opportunities.

HOST A SITE VISIT

THREE EXPERIENCES. ONE ESSENTIAL EVENT

For over 19 years, Property Weeks Student Accommodation Conference & Awards has supported and brought together professionals from across the student living sector. This two-day event combines a day of expert insights, industry connections and thought-provoking discussion with an evening celebrating the projects, people and organisations shaping the future of the industry.

MONDAY 30 NOVEMBER
FRINGE EVENTS
On Monday 30 November, delegates can join us for Site Visits, Property Padel and a Parliamentary Reception. If you want to put your brand at the centre of these events, get in touch to explore partnership opportunities.
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TUESDAY 01 DECEMBER
DAYTIME CONFERENCE
Across two stages, leading property professionals will explore market dynamics, investment opportunities and key challenges through Q&As, debates and interactive discussions.
VIEW THE AGENDA →
TUESDAY 01 DECEMBER
EVENING AWARDS
Take a look at the official finalist list and join us for an evening celebrating the best in student living. Discover the people, organisations and innovations driving the sector forward.
VIEW THE FINALISTS →
WHY ATTEND?
Stay Ahead of the Student Accommodation Sector

Connect with senior leaders, investors, operators, developers and industry experts from across the student accommodation sector. Gain valuable insights, build meaningful relationships and celebrate the people, projects and organisations shaping the future of student living.

01

Dynamic Discussions

Debates, fireside chats and live audience sessions designed to challenge thinking, spark ideas and get the sector talking.

    04

Ideas you can put into action

Learn from sector leaders, explore emerging opportunities and take away practical ideas to inform your next move.

02

A 360° sector view

Gain insight into the trends, challenges and opportunities shaping student accommodation, from investment and supply to policy and demand.

05

The right people in the room

Connect with investors, developers, universities, operators, advisors and more to build relationships that can drive your business forward.

03

Cross-sector insights

Hear perspectives from higher education, finance, wellbeing, technology, sustainability and more to tackle challenges from every angle.

06

An evening to remember

Celebrate the people, projects and innovations making a difference across student accommodation, while connecting with peers at the awards.

1,300+
ATTENDEES
50+
SPEAKERS
45
PARTNERS
180+
ENTRIES

WHAT YOU'LL TAKE AWAY BY ATTENDING

Dynamic Formats

This year’s conference agenda delivers high-energy formats including debates, fireside chats, lightning pitches, and open-floor discussions. With a focus on live audience input and direct dialogue, sessions are designed to spark fresh thinking, challenge assumptions, and create a platform for idea exchange in real time.

A 360° Sector Snapshot

The conference offers an unparalleled view across the student living landscape, from supply and demand challenges to investment strategy and policy changes. Attendees will gain a full understanding of how every part of the ecosystem connects, enabling better informed decisions and forward-focused strategies.

Cross Sector Collaboration

Hear from experts across the areas shaping student accommodation, including higher education, wellbeing, finance, planning, technology and sustainability. Identify where new expertise or partnerships could help you address delivery challenges, improve the student experience or strengthen business performance.

Shaped by Sector Leaders

Explore a programme developed with an experienced advisory board from across the sector. Hear how others are responding to the challenges you face, question your assumptions and assess what their experience could mean for your plans. From market trends and emerging opportunities to practical solutions, take away fresh perspectives and ideas to put into action.

All the Right People in One Place

This event gathers the entire sector under one roof, from senior investors and developers to universities, operators, advisors, and policymakers. With hundreds of attendees across the conference and awards, it offers unparalleled opportunities to meet the right people, spark new partnerships, and strengthen existing relationships. 

A Standout Evening

Celebrate your peers, show support for the sector, and see the innovations and projects that have made the past year stand out. The evening is also a chance to be inspired by the very best in the industry, recognise success across the market, and enjoy a standout night of celebration and networking with colleagues and partners.

MEET SOME OF THE SPEAKERS
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Alex Pease
CEO
Watkin Jones

Allan Hilton
Chief Executive
AA4S

Lisa Steele
Head of Residential and Hospitality
Services Queen’s University, Belfast
Michelle Rodgers
Country Managing DirectorUK&I
iLOQ
Jamel Lee
Director of Residential & Commercial Services
University of London
Victoria Campbell
CEO
Tribell

Oliver Cummings
Cain
Head of PBSA

Elaine Hewitt
Chief Executive Officer
UPP Group

Nicholas Dillion
Director
Nous Group

CHOOSE YOUR EXPERIENCE

Make the most of your day

Choose the experience that works for you, join us for the Student Accommodation Conference, the Student Accommodation Awards, or both.

Ticket holders can also access our exclusive fringe events, offering even more opportunities to connect, share ideas and meet fellow professionals across the student accommodation sector. Fringe event spaces are limited, so we recommend registering early to secure your place. Simply select your preferred fringe event(s) when booking your ticket.

01 — FULL DAY

Conference & Awards

Make the most of the day at the conference, hearing the latest industry insight, followed by the Student Accommodation Awards in the evening.

02 — DAYTIME

Conference Only

Hear the latest insights across two stages, connect with senior decision-makers and gain valuable CPD content to take back to your organisation.

03 — EVENING

Awards Only

Celebrate this year’s finalists, meet rising stars and enjoy an evening recognising the people and organisations shaping the future of the industry.

WHO WILL YOU MEET?

1300+ attendees across the conference & awards

Over the years, the Student Accommodation Conference & Awards has attracted professionals from leading organisations, including Greystar, Unite Students, CBRE, JLL, Savills, Cushman & Wakefield, Knight Frank, Avis­on Young, Watkin Jones and more. 


INVESTORS


DEVELOPERS


OPERATORS


UNIVERSITIES


ADVISERS


SUPPLIERS

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WESTMINSTER PARK PLAZA

An Iconic London Landmark Venue 

The Student Accommodation Conference & Awards takes place on 1 December at a brand-new venue in the heart of central London, just moments from Big Ben, the London Eye and the Houses of Parliament.

With everything under one roof, you can move seamlessly between conference sessions, exhibitors and networking throughout the day, catching the insights you want and making the connections that matter

WESTMINSTER PARK PLAZA

Central London

PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Property Week's Student Accommodation Conference & Awards remains the industry leading event for property professionals working across the student living sector. Partnering with the event is an excellent opportunity to showcase your brand and engage with senior decision makers.

Explore partnership opportunities across the conference, awards and fringe programme to share your expertise, demonstrate what your business can offer and build relationships with prospective client s.


ENQUIRE TODAY

"Informative on the sector, great to see suppliers from all levels.

Tirath Singh, Senior Relationship Manager, Shawbrook Bank.

During the day is a series of thought-provoking segments - giving way in the evening to a wonderful celebration of the year...all in an incredible iconic setting!

Mark Quigley, Managing Director - UK Real Estate Finance, Beaufort Capital

An incredibly diverse range of companies

Zach Armstrong, Student Ambassador, UCAS

It's great the awards recognise the amazing work our industry does by creating and supporting students in Residences to ensure they have a great experience.

Lai Ha Diamond, Business Support Manager, Kings College London

An inclusive event with a variety of content to appeal to everyone working in the sector.

Sarah Canning, Co-founder, The Property Marketing Strategists

Enjoyable event that provides opportunity for industry individuals to celebrate their achievements.

Charlie Farquhar, Relationship Manager, Real Estate Finance, Santander

SUPPORTING THE SECTOR FOR OVER 19 YEARS

30  NOVEMBER - 1 DECEMBER 2026            WESTMINISTER PARK PLAZA, LONDON

SECURE YOUR PLACE

If you are already a subscriber to Property Week , you are entitled to £100 off your Student Accommodation Conference ticket.

To secure your discount please contact: Cheryl Wood cheryl.wood@emap.com

*Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or retrospectively