For Tertiary IT Leaders

Power your institution's digital future

10,000 Educators

350 Speakers

320 Exhibitors

Why tertiary IT leaders attend

Leading IT at a university or tertiary institution has never been more complex. You're balancing legacy system modernisation, cybersecurity threats, AI adoption, data governance, budget pressure and rising expectations from students and academic staff alike.

EDUtech AU provides the ideas, strategies and connections to help you confidently lead digital transformation, so you can walk away with more than notes. You'll walk away with a plan.

✓ Practical digital leadership strategies from Australia's leading institutions
✓ Real-world higher education case studies
✓ AI and enterprise systems best practice
✓ Emerging education technologies
✓ Infrastructure and cybersecurity ideas you can implement immediately
✓ Opportunities to benchmark against leading institutions
✓ Networking with fellow IT and digital leaders
✓ Hundreds of solution providers under one roof

Is EDUtech AU for you?

EDUtech is built for IT and digital leaders across universities, TAFEs and other tertiary institutions, including:

Chief Information Officers Chief Technology Officers Directors of IT Heads of IT Directors of Digital Transformation Directors of Digital Infrastructure Heads of Cybersecurity Enterprise Architects Heads of Learning Technology Directors of Information Technology Services IT Managers

What challenges will you solve?

The sessions, speakers and solutions on the floor are mapped to the problems keeping tertiary IT leaders up at night.

AI adoption

Implementing AI safely and effectively

Hear from institutions already using AI to improve teaching, research and administration, while addressing governance, ethics and academic integrity.

Cybersecurity

Strengthening cybersecurity and protecting institutional data

Gain practical advice on cyber resilience, privacy, compliance and risk management from experts in the field.

Legacy systems

Modernising legacy infrastructure

Learn how leading institutions are replacing ageing systems with scalable, cloud-based platforms without disrupting operations.

Student experience

Delivering a seamless digital campus

Explore how institutions are using technology to improve the student and staff experience, from enrolment through to graduation.

Budget

Making the most of limited budgets

Compare hundreds of education technology suppliers in one place and identify solutions that deliver measurable value for your institution.

Data governance

Managing data governance and compliance

Explore frameworks for managing institutional data responsibly across research, teaching and administrative systems.

Change management

Leading organisational change

Learn change management strategies from experienced IT leaders who have successfully led digital transformation initiatives.

Workforce

Attracting and retaining IT talent

Discover how institutions are building future-ready IT teams amid growing competition for digital skills.

What Tertiary IT leaders say

Hear directly from Tertiary IT leaders who've attended EDUtech AU.

It's a fantastic event that brings together a diverse mix of technology, practice and research, and I really enjoy the format.

Deputy Associate Dean (Academic), University of Queensland

Excellent speakers, great products, fun atmosphere.

Academic and Professional Experience Senior Advisor, Western Sydney University

I learnt so much and there was a wide variety of speakers.

Clinical Specialist Lead, University of Melbourne

I most valued the rich and diverse range of speakers and exhibitors. I was exhausted by the end of the day through talking and walking and have a list of contacts to reach out to as a result. Thank you.

Senior Lecturer, Australian National University

Who you'll meet

One of the biggest reasons tertiary IT leaders attend EDUtech is the opportunity to learn from peers who are solving the same problems. You'll connect with:

CIOs and CTOs
IT directors and managers
Digital transformation leaders
Cybersecurity leaders
Enterprise architects
Learning technologists
University executive teams
Researchers

320+

leading education technology companies showcasing solutions for infrastructure, cybersecurity and digital operations, free to explore on the expo floor.

Frequently asked questions

Is EDUtech suitable for tertiary IT leaders?

Yes. EDUtech is one of Australia's largest professional development events for education leaders, offering practical digital strategy, peer networking and access to the latest education technologies.

Is EDUtech only about technology?

No. While technology is a key focus, the conference also covers digital leadership, governance, cybersecurity, student experience, change management and institutional strategy.

Can I attend with my IT team?

Absolutely. Many institutions attend as teams, splitting sessions across different topics before bringing ideas back to their organisation.

Will I meet education technology providers?

Yes. The free exhibition includes hundreds of exhibitors demonstrating solutions for infrastructure, cybersecurity, AI, data and digital campus operations.

Is the exhibition free to attend?

Yes. EDUtech offers a free exhibition alongside the paid conference program.

How can tertiary IT leaders prepare for AI in education?

EDUtech's AI in Education track brings together institutions already navigating AI adoption, covering practical implementation, governance, ethics and academic integrity, so you can leave with a plan rather than just ideas.

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