Programme highlights to watch
Key moments designed to drive real change across ASEAN and beyond.
- Featured launch
AppliedHE Public & Private University Rankings:
ASEAN 2027A headline moment within the event programme, bringing together institutional leaders and partners around the launch of the 2027 ASEAN rankings.
- Workshop spotlight
Declaration Workshop for the AppliedHE TVET Ranking
ASEAN InitiativeA dedicated collaborative workshop designed to help shape the direction, principles, and community voice behind the planned TVET ranking framework.
- Grand Panel Discussions
Two Powerful Conversations Shaping What Comes Next
A lively pair of panel discussions tackling some of the biggest questions in education today.
Indicative topics:
- Beyond Academic Knowledge: Why Applied Learning, Skills and Adaptability Matter More Than Ever
- Human Skills in a Digital Age: What Must Not Be Lost
- Special Session
How do users understand university performance rankings?
Behavioural and cognitive perspectivesBy Professor Richard M. Walker
Lee Shau Kee Foundation Chair Professor of Public Administration, Government and International Affairs, Lingnan University, Hong Kong, China- Spotlight Session: University Elevator Pitches
Five universities,
two minutes each.A lively showcase where participating institutions present who they are, what makes them distinctive, and why they matter - all in just two minutes!
- Two Parallel Breakout Sessions
Focused conversations offering deeper discussion on key issues shaping institutional relevance and student success.
- Topic 1: Institutional sustainability and impact: alumni and industry engagement
- Topic 2: Soft skills and graduate readiness: preparing students for the world of work
- TVET Country Spotlight
Where We Are and
Where We Are GoingA timely regional session exploring how ASEAN countries are rethinking TVET to respond to changing workforce needs, strengthen quality and improve job readiness.
Agenda
Full event agenda coming soon