QS Higher Ed Summit: Asia Pacific 2027
02 - 04 Nov 2027
November 2, 2027
Bangkok
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02 November 2027
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QS Higher Ed Summit: Asia Pacific 2027

02 - 04 Nov 2027
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Advancing Education for Purpose and Impact

In Asia Pacific’s rise in the global higher education market, what kind of leadership will it offer the world?
 
In 2026, Asia Pacific defines its global character, and it isn’t simply about scale. Across the region, education has long been rooted not only in advancement, but in community, reciprocity and purpose. Education in Asia Pacific is not transactional, it’s transformational. That is a narrative only this region can authentically own. It is a moment to consider how internationalisation, workforce readiness and cross-border collaboration can be guided by gratitude, responsibility and shared prosperity.

In Bali, Asia Pacific does more than celebrate its ascent. It defines its character, modelling a future of global higher education that is ambitious, interconnected and deeply human.
 
Be a part of the biggest QS Summit of the year, and join over 1,000 delegates in Bali this 3-5 November to explore the future of higher education in the region.
A premier event
Join over a thousand leaders from universities, industry, and government shaping the next chapter of higher education in one of the world’s most dynamic regions.
Make new partners
Engage in transformative conversations, and exchange insights that strengthen research, skills, and innovation across generations.
Inspire progress
Experience the ideas, alliances, and opportunities defining Asia Pacific’s role in driving global excellence in higher education.

Some of our expert speakers in 2026

Brian Yuliarto, PhD
Minister of Higher Education, Science and Technology, Republic of Indonesia
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Prof Atip Latipulhayat
Vice Minister, Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education of the Republic of Indonesia
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Prof Badri Munir Sukoco
Secretary General, Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology of Indonesia‍ (On behalf of H.E. Minister Brian Yuliarto, PhD)
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Prof Dr Tirta Nugraha Mursitama
Senior Advisor to the Minister, Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources - Republic of Indonesia
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Jessica Turner
Chief Executive Officer, QS
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Stephen Wahyudi Santoso
President, BINUS Higher Education
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Prof Dr Arief Sjamsulaksan Kartasasmita
Rector, Universitas Padjadjaran
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Prof Chetwyn Chan
Vice President (Research and Development), The Education University of Hong Kong
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Prof Lily Kong
President, Singapore Management University
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Ben Sowter
Senior Vice President, QS
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Travel to Bangkok, Thailand

Join us in Bangkok, Thailand, for the QS Higher Ed Summit: Asia Pacific 2027.
What to expect

Explore the 2026 highlights

Discover the key moments, insights and connections that shaped the QS Higher Ed Summit: Asia Pacific 2026.
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