2026 Scottish Simulation SIMPosium

Welcome to the 2026 Scottish Simulation SIMPosium!

The SIMPosium 2026 is an in‑person event and will take place on Thursday, 20 August 2026, at the University of the West of Scotland (UWS), Hamilton Campus. This vibrant academic setting provides an ideal environment for collaboration, reflection, and innovation within the simulation community.

This year’s theme, “Sustainability in Simulation,” explores how we, as a simulation community, can secure the long‑term future of simulation‑based education and practice. The focus extends far beyond practical considerations such as equipment, logistics, and faculty time. It also invites us to examine the broader challenges shaping the healthcare landscape - environmental responsibility, digital transformation, financial pressures, workforce resilience, and the strategic integration of simulation within healthcare systems.

Through keynote sessions, short presentations, panels, and posters, the SIMPosium will encourage participants to reflect on how simulation can remain innovative, impactful, and adaptable, while continuing to support the needs of learners in an evolving world.

UPDATE: Our keynote speaker has just been annouced - Dr Victoria Brazil. Emergency physician, medical educator, and simulation specialist. Professor of Emergency Medicine and Director of the Bond University Translational Simulation Collaborative. Author of over 100 peer reviewed publications in health professions education, simulation and teamwork in healthcare, Victoria promises to deliver fresh insights and stimulate thought‑provoking discussion at this year’s event.

Full agenda will be announced later in the spring/ summer

If you wish to submit your abstract along with your registration click on the link below. Closing date for abstracts - *last extension, now 17th of April 2026*.

SIMPosium 2026 - Abstract submission form (Maximum 400 words) – Fill out form

Local Hotels

Hampton by Hilton, Hamilton 2.2 miles to UWS

Hampton Inn and Suites

Premier Inn East Kilbride, 2.3 miles to UWS

East Kilbride Hotels | Book Hotels East Kilbride (Nerston) | Premier Inn

Premier Inn Hamilton 2.8 miles to UWS

Glasgow (Hamilton)

For any queries please contact LAN.SIMPosium2026@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk