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When and where is the next QS Summit happening?
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11 September 2026
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When and where is the next QS Summit happening?
QS Summits bring together policymakers, university leaders, researchers and industry voices from across the world to explore the forces shaping higher education and the future workforce. Hosted in key global regions, these events serve as platforms for dialogue, collaboration and long-term partnerships.
Below, you’ll find details of the next upcoming QS Summit, including where it will take place, when it’s happening, and what to expect.
The next QS Summit
QS Arab Forum 2026
Venue: Marriott Riyadh Diplomatic Quarter, Riyadh
Date: 14 - 15 Oct 2026
Why attend QS Higher Ed Summit: Americas 2026?
The QS Arab Forum 2026 brings togetheruniversity leaders, policymakers, and industry experts from across the regionto explore how higher education can strengthen human capability and driveglobal competitiveness. Through discussions on talent development, studentmobility, employability, AI adoption, and innovation, attendees will gainvaluable insights into the trends shaping the future of higher education in theArab region. The forum provides a platform to exchange ideas, build strategicpartnerships, and discover practical approaches to creating more resilient,inclusive, and future-ready education systems.
Who attends QS Summits?
QS Summits welcome a diverse global audience, including:
- Senior higher education leaders
- Data scientists
- CIOs and CDOs
- AI and innovation leads
- Ambitious data practitioners
- Heads of student recruitment & outcomes
- Government leaders & policymakers
- Employers & corporate leaders
Find out more here.
Join the next QS Summit
Registration is now open for QS Arab Forum 2026 in Saudi Arabia.
Register now to secure your place.
