Training opportunities

We are dedicated to empowering others with the skills and knowledge needed to excel and innovate using silicon photonics. We offer a variety of courses tailored to the needs of the community – take advantage of our many opportunities to upskill.

Current training

Keep up to date with our latest training

Spend a day in our cleanroom

Don’t miss your chance to step into our cleanrooms and witness the fabrication of a silicon photonics device right before your eyes!

Sign up to any foundry run to gain access.

PIC Bootcamp

The PIC Bootcamp is an immersive training initiative providing participants with hands-on experience in the design, fabrication, packaging and testing of PICs.
This four module programme spread over several months is tailored to equip individuals with the technical know-how and practical skills required to excel in the exciting field of Silicon Photonics.

New dates for 2026 to follow soon.

Using Cadence Software – Introduction to High Frequency Analogue IC design flows for Photonics Applications

This in-person training course introduces the design flows and tools required to successfully analyse and implement high frequency Analogue IC designs for photonics applications, using Cadence software.

Deadline: 23/02/2026

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In-person training – Introduction to PIC Design with Synopsys Photonic Solutions

This in-person course provides a practical introduction to the design of photonic devices and photonic integrated circuits (PICs) using Synopsys Photonic Solutions. Across four days, participants will gain both theoretical grounding and hands-on experience with industry-standard tools, including RSoft Device Tools and OptoCompiler.

Coming soon in 2026! Stay tuned.