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The countdown is on for the Artificial Intelligence Symposium 2026

Join us for an engaging platform where colleagues will explore the rapid evolution of AI in higher education, discussing both the challenges and the exciting opportunities it brings.

Secure your spot today: bit.ly/3MUeT8m
January 7, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Ready to apply for Senior Fellowship? Join our one-day online Writing Retreat! Get expert insights, one-on-one feedback from Rajesh Dhimar, and connect with peers. Limited spots available, so book early!

Learn more: bit.ly/48VmTx6
January 6, 2026 at 3:14 PM
The Senior Women’s Leadership Development Programme Ireland starts in 3 weeks! ⏳ Ready to elevate your leadership journey? Find out more and register now: bit.ly/4oKLYBz
January 5, 2026 at 2:00 PM
The first Elevate Ireland spotlight session is next week! Join us on 15 January, 14:00–15:30 GMT for ‘Widening participation: working in partnership with the Traveller community’. Free for Advance HE members! Book now: bit.ly/4pA0JaU 📅
January 5, 2026 at 11:00 AM
As we reflect on 2025, we would like to sincerely thank you for your continued support and partnership throughout the year. Looking ahead to 2026, we are excited to continue our journey together, building on our successes and embracing new opportunities.
December 24, 2025 at 8:00 AM
The call for papers now open for our International Lifelong Learning Symposium on 21 May 2026. Share research and practice on learning across the lifespan and contribute to shaping future policy and practice. Find out more: bit.ly/4pEVqXx
December 19, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Join Preparing for Senior Strategic Leadership starting 11 March 2026. Strengthen your resilience, emotional intelligence and strategic skills for senior roles in higher education. Learn with peers and elevate your impact. Find out more: bit.ly/3KPERJt
December 18, 2025 at 4:00 PM
New Talking Transformation episode!
Professor Sarah Williams on turning regulatory scrutiny into sector-wide learning. Transparency, humility & collaboration are key.
Listen here: bit.ly/3MPnA3v
#HigherEd #Leadership #AdvanceHE
December 18, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Lead your department with confidence. Advance HE’s Leading Departments programme supports new and aspiring heads in HE with blended learning, practical simulations and lasting peer support. Build skills to lead effectively. Find out more: bit.ly/4rSZqVU
December 17, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Remaining places available for Aurora, starting 28 Jan 2026. Award-winning women’s leadership programme by Advance HE, for early–mid career HE staff. Hybrid delivery . Book via your Aurora champion. Find out more: bit.ly/43yblyy
December 17, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Governors play a crucial role in the development of higher education in Ireland. 📚

Want to enhance your skills and understanding of HE policy? Join us virtually on 3 February 2026 for GDP: Governance in Ireland.

👉 Book your place: bit.ly/4n4Rw8c #HigherEd #Governance
December 16, 2025 at 8:45 AM
We’re excited to announce the launch of our TMP 56 cohort!

This programme is a unique professional development opportunity designed exclusively for executives in higher education institutions.

Applications close Friday, 1 May 2026.

Find out more and apply: bit.ly/4qeFX0u
December 15, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Is your research culture creating impact?

Join Advance HE’s Connecting Research Culture and Impact – an exclusive member benefit designed to help senior research leaders tackle critical challenges and build more impactful research environments.

15 April 2026
Find out more: bit.ly/4oWCD93
Connecting Research Culture and Impact | Advance HE
Transform Your Institution's Research Environment with Proven Strategies from Leading Universities.
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December 15, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Last chance to submit your paper to present at the Employability Symposium 2026. This is a chance to highlight co-creation, inclusivity and innovation, inviting participants to share both achievements and challenges. Deadline for submissions: 15 December 2025.

Find out more: bit.ly/456HZY7
December 12, 2025 at 3:00 PM
🌟 She Leads launches in UAE!
Advance HE + Liwa University = a powerful partnership to advance women’s leadership in higher education.
📅 20–22 Jan 2026

Apply now: she.leads@lu.ac.ae
Read more: bit.ly/48QhPdw

#SheLeads #WomenInLeadership #HigherEducation #AdvanceHE #UAE
December 10, 2025 at 9:31 AM
Closing remarks for the Governance Conference 2025: Advance HE CEO Alistair Jarvis shares his key takeaways from the day. Our thanks go to our sector partners, AHUA, UUK, AHEP, IHE, CUC and GuildHE and to our sponsor, Peridot.
December 9, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Governance Conference 2025
Aaron Porter in conversation with Professor Edward Peck: Aaron Porter will speak with the Office for Students Chair to explore the role of the OfS, the challenges facing providers and governing bodies and the evolving landscape of governance and scrutiny.
December 9, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Governance Conference 2025: Shaping the Future of HE Governance
Direction of travel for the updated Code of Governance, insights from CUC. James Dunphy FRSA and Iain Cornish provide an overview of progress on the HE governance review and discuss its potential impact on institutional practices.
December 9, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Advance HE CEO Alistair Jarvis Chairs our Headline panel – Shaping the future of HE Governance. Mary Curnock Cook, Cara Aitchison and Malcolm Press set out their priorities for Shaping the future of HE Governance.
December 9, 2025 at 10:23 AM
In the Governance Conference keynote speech the Rt Hon Baroness Jacqui Smith outlines her vision for the future of higher education, reflecting on how current governance supports English higher education and exploring the changes needed to address emerging challenges.
December 9, 2025 at 10:15 AM
Governance Conference 2025: Shaping the Future of HE Governance
Advance HE CEO Alistair Jarvis opens an important day in our academic year. Working with sector partners to support and bring to life the issues to enable change and continuous improvement in governing our sector.
December 9, 2025 at 9:58 AM
From 2022–24, the University of Portsmouth partnered with Advance HE to deliver iLEAD, building inclusive leadership at every level.
✅ Confidence ↑16%
✅ 84% reported real changes
Award finalist for impact in HE leadership.
Read more: bit.ly/3McwxE1
#InclusiveLeadership #iLEAD
December 5, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Leadership should reflect our communities. Our Diversifying Leadership programme helps early-career academics and staff from underrepresented groups grow as future leaders.
Find out more: bit.ly/3KoAEMd
December 3, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Our Guide to Assessment Design e-learning course empowers educators to create fair, transparent, and evidence-based assessments.

📌 Request a demo now and explore how this course can fit your context: bit.ly/3XozJ1F
December 2, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Are you a governor or student governor at an Irish HEI or FE college? Join our virtual GDP: Governance in Ireland programme on 3 February 2026 to explore Irish HE policy, governing structures, influencing change and more. 👉 Book your place: bit.ly/4n4Rw8c
December 2, 2025 at 8:26 AM