Digital Fusion 2026

Description

Digital Fusion returns for its second year, bringing together students from digital, computing, games, cyber, data, and business disciplines for a full day of live skills challenges. This one-day event features real-world tasks where students showcase technical expertise, creativity, and problem-solving under pressure. Visitors can register and drop in anytime to watch, engage, and discover future talent.

2026 challenges

Digital & Computing

• Programming: Solve OOP tasks in Python using a base framework, testing problem-solving and real-world interpretation skills.
• Data Analytics: Transform raw datasets into dashboards with Excel, Power BI, or Tableau, focusing on analysis and visual storytelling.
• Cyber Security: Complete real-time Hack The Box CTF challenges to test practical cyber skills and adaptability.
• Database Development: Design and develop SQL databases from business specifications, demonstrating technical and analytical skills.

Game Development

• 3D Modelling: Create a 3D model from a given specification, showcasing creativity and technical skill.
• Game Jam: Build a playable game under time pressure, integrating design, programming, and assets.

Business

• Marketing Mavericks – Brand Revival: Act as marketing consultants to revive a struggling business, developing strategies, presenting solutions, and demonstrating teamwork, creativity, and strategic thinking under time constraints.

Why Attend?

• Experience live demonstrations of industry-relevant digital, creative, and business skills
• See students, educators, and industry-inspired challenges come together in one dynamic event
• Discover emerging talent and witness innovative, real-world problem solving in action
• Network with students, staff, employers, and business representatives across multiple disciplines

Whether you’re a student, member of staff, employer, or business partner, Digital Fusion offers a unique opportunity to explore future-focused skills, connect with talent, and gain insight into the evolving digital and business landscape.

To register book here - University Campus Doncaster – Digital Fusion 2026 – 21 January 2026