QS Higher Ed Summit: Middle East 2026
19 - 21 April 2026
Abu Dhabi
,
United Arab Emirates
19 April 2026
17:00

QS Higher Ed Summit: Middle East 2026

Join us in Abu Dhabi where we will bring together leading voices in the region to explore the future of higher education.
19 - 21 April 2026
Abu Dhabi
,
United Arab Emirates
Co-Hosts
00
Days
00
Hours
00
Minutes
00
Seconds
Buy tickets

Host

Future-Ready Universities, Future-Ready Economies

Join us in Abu Dhabi to explore how universities are leading the transformative shift shaping tomorrow’s workforce and powering sustainable economic growth. You’ll discover the bold ideas, partnerships, and innovations defining the future of higher education.
 
Find out where regional priorities and global perspective align – grounded in evidence, shaped by policy, and driven by leaders that turn strategic ambition into measurable impact. Connect with the region's most innovative senior leaders from universities, government and industry.
Regional leadership
Meet the higher education visionaries driving transformation across the Middle East – from pioneering institutions to global partners shaping the sector’s next chapter.
Global conversations
Engage with influential speakers and peers as they share insights on performance, recruitment, skills, and innovation in higher education.
Human-centred future
Discover how universities in the region are equipping students to lead change through collaboration, technology, and purpose-driven education.
QS One
The membership network for institutions already excelling on the world stage and ready to reach new heights. Alongside other exclusive benefits, QS One members gain access to member-only forums at QS conferences.
Learn more