Faraday Battery School at WMG

10/02/2026 - 13/02/2026

The Faraday Battery School at WMG is an in-person four-day course that brings together fundamental and applied research into battery technology.

WMG academics and researchers introduce the need for battery technology across a range of industry sectors.

The course covers a broad range of topics going from battery chemistries (lithium-ion, sodium-ion, and beyond-lithium-ion) to advanced characterisation methods for battery materials and cells up to module and pack design, battery management systems, battery safety and testing, battery second life and recycling.

Lectures, four lab sessions with hands-on experiences for a complete engaging learning experience.

As part of the course, students will be introduced to the fundamental principles of:

Electrochemistry and chemistry of battery materials (Li and post-Li chemistries)
Battery manufacturing and characterisation
Battery Systems Engineering
End-of-life management for the battery and its materials
Modelling

The course also offers a platform for delegates to communicate with professors and chief/principal/lead engineers from WMG’s Energy Innovation Centre and opens up future collaboration opportunities.