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Chaired by our expert staff and journalists, our wide-ranging series of events brings together global thought leaders and influencers from across academia, research, government and industry to debate, discuss and drive forward the future of higher education governance, innovation and research.

Our events are the essential meeting place for leaders from across the academic community to shape the future of international higher education governance and innovation. Alumni of our events join a global network of outstanding presidents, vice-chancellors, chief executives and decision-makers to learn, interact, create and share knowledge and experience for the benefit of all.

These agenda-setting events provide unrivalled thought leadership to get under the skin of the issues making the sector tick and share best practices and innovation in the development and leadership of world-class universities and research. 

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  • Digital Universities UK

    Leeds, United Kingdom

    The innovation challenge: Accelerating digital higher education

    Higher education, industry and policy leaders working at the intersection of academic innovation and technology will present the latest challenges and opportunities of digital-first higher education along with cutting-edge start-ups and ideas that will reshape the future, forever. Expect keynote talks, interactive panel discussions, live demonstrations, intimate discussions, practical workshops, and unparalleled networking.

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  • HashtagHigherEd UK

    Newcastle, United Kingdom

    Cut through the noise: Build a university brand to stand out

    This is a dedicated forum for higher education marketing and communications professionals to come together and share best practices in communication, marketing and branding strategies in a crowded and dynamic landscape. Day 1 will deliver advice and best practice on adapting your communication style for the next generation, and day 2 will focus on building your strategy to attract new international students.

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  • EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT BOOK BY 24 MAR

    Digital Universities US

    Chicago, Illinois, United States

    Innovating higher education in the digital age

    This event will bring together higher education, industry and policy leaders working at the intersection of academic innovation and technology for three days of new ideas, opportunities and perspectives as we navigate the next phase of digital transformation. Expect keynote talks, interactive panel discussions, live demonstrations, intimate discussions, practical workshops, unparalleled networking and much more.

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  • EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT BOOK BY 31 MAR

    Digital Universities Asia

    Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

    Smart innovation for lifelong education

    This event will convene higher education leaders, experts, industry partners and policymakers to discuss the future of digital-first higher education in Asia. It will feature the latest start-ups and technologies that will transform your institution and equip you with the skills to accelerate transformation at scale. Join us for a series of keynotes, workshops, panels, roundtables and unparalleled networking to support your technology-driven future.

  • EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT BOOK BY 27 APR

    Global Sustainable Development Congress

    Thuwal, Saudi Arabia

    Universities at a time of global crisis

    This event delivers an immersive, multi-track agenda tackling the big issues around SDGs, with world leaders and influencers sharing their insights on the challenges faced in converting the goals into action and impact. Featuring the live reveal of the THE Impact Rankings 2023, the event hosts our Sustainability Labs to dive deep into the rankings data to discover ways to enhance your own sustainability initiatives.

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    RANKING REVEAL
  • EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT BOOK BY 14 APR

    THE Campus Live ANZ

    Brisbane, Australia

    What is the role of the university in modern ANZ?

    With a new learning economy emerging across the ANZ region and decision-makers ushering in a new policy landscape, it is time to reframe the age-old question of the purpose of a university. This event has been designed in consultation with the sector to highlight practical changes institutions can make to increase resilience and progress innovation.

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  • EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT BOOK BY 14 APR

    HashtagHigherEd US

    Washington, United States

    Cut through the noise: Build a university brand to stand out

    HashtagHigherEd US is a dedicated forum for higher education marketing and communications professionals to come together and share best practices in communication, marketing and branding strategies in a crowded and dynamic landscape. The agenda will include case studies of successful social media and digital campaigns, and strategic approaches to reputation building. We will explore reputation through data from our THE World University Rankings and Academic Reputation Survey.

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  • SUPER EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT BOOK BY 31 MAR

    Asia Universities Summit

    Hong Kong

    The Asian university in 2050

    The rise of Asia’s universities has been one of the most significant developments in the recent history of higher education, but issues including geopolitical uncertainty, income differences across the region, and the economic and social aftershocks of a global pandemic will shape the next phase of growth. The summit will explore what it means to be an Asian university in 2050, and will feature the reveal of the THE Asia University Rankings 2023.

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    RANKING REVEAL
  • EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT BOOK BY 21 APRIL

    Europe Universities Summit

    Warsaw, Poland

    Beyond resilience: How European higher education is preparing for the future

    The higher education sector has a unique position at the junction of education, research and innovation in shaping sustainable and resilient economies, and in ensuring that Europe remains open to the world and engages in meaningful partnerships. This event will focus on how universities and higher education institutions play a pivotal role in the recovery, unification and progression of societies across Europe and beyond.

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  • EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT BOOK BY 31 MAR

    Latin America Universities Summit

    Monterrey, Mexico

    Regional collaboration for global application: How universities are driving social progress

    Comprising insights from university leaders, industry disruptors and political change-makers, the event will assess the type of funding needed to ensure academic agency and create tailored approaches to achieving scalable impact across the region. The event will also feature the reveal of the THE Latin America University Rankings 2023.

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    RANKING REVEAL
  • SUPER EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT BOOK BY 2 JUNE

    World Academic Summit

    Sydney, Australia

    Collaborating for greatness in a multidisciplinary world

    The summit will focus on the theme of collaboration by exploring the role of higher education leaders and policymakers in diversifying and broadening ambitions and approaches to current global education systems. It will also see the exclusive live reveal of the THE World University Rankings 2024 followed by an in-depth masterclass examining the lastest data.

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    RANKING REVEAL
  • SUPER EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT BOOK BY 14 JULY

    Digital Universities MENA

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

    Innovation for a technology-driven sustainable future

    Join higher education leaders, industry partners and policymakers to hear how new and emerging technologies will support a future vision of digital-first higher education and revolutionise the knowledge economy in the MENA region. The event will feature the latest innovations and technologies that will transform your institution and equip you with the skills to lead and accelerate transformation at scale.

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  • SUPER EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT BOOK BY 21 JULY

    Digital Universities Europe

    Barcelona, Spain

    The road to digital, equitable and green higher education

    The challenges we face as a society and the coming labour market transformation require fast-growing skills and an agile, equitable and greener higher education system that can evolve and adapt to changing times. The event will showcase the latest tools, technologies and talent that will accelerate education innovation.

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    Innovation & Impact Summit

    Shenzhen, China

    Universities and cities: Advancing sustainable innovation

    Leaders will gather to analyse how universities can create and sustain cities that are hubs of innovation. The event will explore themes including where the most innovative cities are, how universities can contribute to reducing global inequity, and the role universities play in reinventing cities and helping them adapt to the punishing effects of climate change.

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  • SUPER EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT BOOK BY 31 AUG

    MENA Universities Summit

    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

    Innovation in times of change

    Following the publication of the prestigious THE Arab University Rankings 2023, delegates will be able to take part in an exclusive data masterclass. The masterclass will feature detailed analysis and insight from THE’s lead data scientist into the key findings, trends and stories from the data, with an opportunity for questions from the audience.

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    RANKING REVEAL
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    THE Campus Live UK&IE

    Liverpool, United Kingdom

    A fresh format for THE Campus Live UK&IE 2023 offers stimulating interactive sessions to ensure an outcome-driven event that reflects the innovative spirit of the sector. Register your interest today for event updates and announcements regarding our super early bird ticket release.

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