For University Leaders

Lead your university with confidence

10,000 Educators

350 Speakers

320 Exhibitors

Why university leaders attend

Leading in higher education has never been more complex. You're balancing student experience and retention, workforce pressures, AI adoption, cybersecurity, funding constraints, curriculum modernisation and institutional competitiveness, all while protecting academic quality.

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

✓ Practical leadership strategies from Australia's leading universities
✓ Real-world case studies from the higher education sector
✓ AI and digital learning best practice
✓ Emerging education technologies
✓ Institutional improvement ideas you can implement immediately
✓ Opportunities to benchmark against leading universities
✓ Networking with fellow university leaders
✓ Hundreds of solution providers under one roof

Is EDUtech AU for you?

EDUtech is built for leaders across universities and higher education institutions, including:

Vice-Chancellors Deputy Vice-Chancellors Pro Vice-Chancellors Deans Associate Deans Directors of Learning & Teaching Directors of Digital Learning Heads of School Registrars Directors of Student Experience Academic Directors

What challenges will you solve?

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

AI adoption

Implementing AI safely and effectively

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

Student experience

Improving student experience and retention

Learn how leading universities are using data, pedagogy and technology to drive engagement, success and completion.

Workforce

Managing academic workload and burnout

Discover tools and strategies that reduce administrative burden, improve collaboration and support staff wellbeing.

Innovation

Keeping pace with rapid technological change

Explore emerging technologies and hear directly from higher education leaders about what's working and what isn't.

Budget

Making the most of limited budgets

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

Cyber safety

Strengthening cybersecurity and protecting student data

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

Change management

Leading organisational change

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

Inclusion

Supporting inclusive learning environments

Explore innovative approaches to accessibility, inclusion and personalised learning for every student.

What university leaders say

Hear directly from university 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 university leaders attend EDUtech is the opportunity to learn from peers who are solving the same problems. You'll connect with:

Vice-Chancellors and deputies
Deans and associate deans
Academic staff
Digital learning leaders
IT directors
Gov education representatives
Education consultants
Researchers

320+

leading education technology companies showcasing solutions for teaching, learning and institutional operations, free to explore on the expo floor.

Frequently asked questions

Is EDUtech suitable for university leaders?

Yes. EDUtech is one of Australia's largest professional development events for education leaders, offering practical leadership insights, 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 educational leadership, pedagogy, student wellbeing, inclusion, curriculum, change management and institutional improvement.

Can I attend with my leadership team?

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

Will I meet education technology providers?

Yes. The free exhibition includes hundreds of exhibitors demonstrating solutions for learning, administration, cybersecurity, infrastructure, AI, assessment and wellbeing.

Is the exhibition free to attend?

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

How can university leaders prepare for AI in higher education?

EDUtech's AI in Higher 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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