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THE Events

THE¡¯s global events provide unrivalled thought leadership that gets under the skin of the big issues in higher education today. Chaired by our expert staff and journalists, our wide-ranging series of agenda-setting events brings together global thought leaders and influencers from across academia, government and industry to debate, discuss and drive forward the future of higher education governance, innovation and research.

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  • Wroclaw, Poland

    Digital innovation for the society of the future

    This event will bring together higher education, industry and policy leaders working to accelerate change in teaching and learning, assessment, administration and the student experience. Delegates can expect keynotes, interactive panel discussions, practical workshops, networking and much more.

    In Partnership with
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    Africa Universities Summit 2025

    Kigali, Rwanda

    United leadership: Harnessing African education for sustainable growth

    The summit will bring together partners from higher education, industry, policy and civil society to discuss the greatest challenges and opportunities facing African higher education and broader society. Join thought leaders, experts and changemakers to explore the importance of equitable partnerships, promoting sustainability in higher education, harnessing digital transformation for good, and improving the quality of research and employability.

  • Lancaster, United Kingdom

    Creating bold brands for the universities of tomorrow

    This event will bring together market-leading experts to have conversations on the most common challenges in marketing, communications, branding, and recruitment. Over two dynamic days, we will explore examples of successful campaigns and practices.

  • Lancaster, United Kingdom

    This event will bring together higher education, industry and policy leaders working at the intersection of academic innovation and technology under one roof. The event 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.

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  • Waterloo, Canada

    Shaping a healthier future through innovation, entrepreneurship and partnerships

    Digital Health highlights case studies of successful collaboration between big tech, life science, NGOs and academia in the research and development of digital health solutions to improve global health outcomes.

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  • Macau

    Asia's rise: A transformative journey in science, technology and innovation

    Universities play a key role in fostering a strong research culture and have reshaped global scientific landscapes through groundbreaking discoveries and technological advancements. The summit will explore Asia's ascent as a leading hub for innovation in science, technology, society and research, and will feature a gala dinner announcing the THE Awards Asia 2025 winners.

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    RANKING REVEAL
  • Macao

    Universities are extraordinary institutions that transform the lives of their students, produce research that changes the world, and deliver untold benefits to society and economies. At THE, we want to recognise, support and incentivise excellence by shining a light on exceptional achievements. Following its hugely successful launch in 2019, and with the enthusiasm and support from institutions across the continent, this event recognises outstanding leadership and institutional performance and celebrates excellence in Asian higher education in all its diversity.

  • Salt Lake City, UT, United States

    Fostering innovation in digitally driven education

    In recent years we have seen a rapid transformation of education, with traditional teaching practices being reshaped as institutions, educators and students continue to adapt to a new, digitally focused reality. This event is designed to provide actionable insights, strategies, and inspiration relevant to your unique journey.

  • Istanbul, Turkey

    Convening the global sustainability community

    This congress brings together the world's leading thinkers, policymakers and actors to drive new alliances and create positive action for a more sustainable future. Delegates left our 2024 congress full of optimism and a shared commitment to accelerate progress towards the United Nations¡¯ Sustainable Development Goals.

    In Partnership with
    RANKING REVEAL
  • Belo Horizonte, Brazil

    Championing higher education as a source of trusted knowledge

    The summit will pave the way for institutional excellence. Even if universities are repositories of trusted knowledge, the intersection of academic pursuits and societal responsibilities presents us with further challenges that must be addressed.

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  • Hong Kong

    This event will bring together higher education, industry and policy leaders to present the latest challenges and opportunities of digital-first higher education along with cutting-edge start-ups and ideas that will reshape the future. Delegates can expect keynotes, interactive panel discussions, practical workshops, networking and much more.

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  • Christchurch, New Zealand

    Local roots to global reach: Shaping ANZ universities¡¯ future

     This event will look for solutions to the latest challenges and how to capitalise on opportunities as the sector navigates policy reform, long-term underfunding issues, and changing expectations from cost-conscious learners, all while advocating for equitable access and inclusion for the communities they serve.

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  • Hong Kong

    Collaborating on new technologies for better healthcare

    This event will unite leaders from healthcare, academia, government, pharmaceuticals and technology to share expertise in these areas and collaborate on cutting-edge digital solutions, paving the way for future advancements in the rapidly evolving space of digital health.

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  • Thuwal, Saudi Arabia

    Universities as agents of change

    The next edition of our flagship summit will focus on the role of universities as active agents of progress and change. It will also feature the exclusive reveal of the THE World University Rankings 2026, and an in-depth masterclass from THE¡¯s data team.

    In Partnership with
    RANKING REVEAL
  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom

    Join higher education leaders, policymakers, and industry voices from across the region to discuss and plan how to improve institutional strategy and strategic planning. You will gain a high-level overview of sector-wide challenges and the UK policy landscape through keynote sessions, while breakout sessions will hone into solutions, demonstrating practical advice through best-practice case studies and thought leadership from across the sector.

  • Alexandria, VA, United States

    Securing tomorrow: Partnerships and technology for a resilient future

    This summit will explore the role of higher education in empowering innovation on a global scale and measuring its impact on the world. It looks at fair and sustainable approaches that universities can implement to blend technology, processes and services to address society¡¯s greatest concerns.

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