The full program is now available for the DASSH 2026 Conference: The Future-Facing University: Leadership from the Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities, taking place in Melbourne from 16–18 September 2026.
The program features keynote addresses, panel discussions and interactive workshops covering some of the most pressing issues facing the sector, including artificial intelligence, research integrity, assessment and assurance of learning, research policy, institutional leadership, regional engagement and the future of graduate capability.
We’re delighted to welcome an outstanding lineup of speakers, including:
- Luke Sheehy, CEO of Universities Australia
- Professor Ute Roessner, CEO of the Australian Research Council
- Professor Theo Farrell, Vice-Chancellor of La Trobe University
- The Hon. Verity Firth, Vice-President (Societal Impact, Equity and Engagement) at UNSW
- Professor Andrew Norton, Monash University alongside many other leading voices from across the sector.
The conference also marks DASSH’s 25th anniversary, with a special opening panel celebrating the organisation’s contribution to higher education over the past quarter century and looking ahead to the opportunities and challenges for the years to come.
Hosted by Swinburne University of Technology in partnership with RMIT University and Deakin University, the conference offers a unique opportunity to connect with colleagues, exchange ideas and help shape the future direction of higher education.
Due to the popularity of this year’s event, we have day-only registrations available. We look forward to welcoming you to Melbourne this September.