HERA 2026
Beijing, June 13–14, 2026
HERA 2026 Conference

Asian Higher Education in a Changing Global Context

Hosted jointly by the Graduate School of Education, Peking University and the School of Education, Tsinghua University.

Beijing, China June 13–14, 2026 No registration fee
Submissions & Registration Call for Papers Program
Call for Papers. We invite abstracts (up to 1,000 words) for paper presentations, posters, or panel proposals aligned with one subtheme. Abstract deadline: March 8, 2026.

Important Dates

Template Template for Papers · Template for Panels
Abstract submission deadlineMarch 8, 2026
Notification of acceptanceApril 15, 2026
Registration deadlineApril 30, 2026
Conference datesJune 13–14, 2026
Submit an Abstract Registration Information

What to Submit

Submit an English abstract (up to 1,000 words) for a paper presentation, a poster, or a panel proposal. The abstract should clearly outline:

  • Research objectives/questions
  • Theoretical framework (if applicable)
  • Methodology
  • Preliminary findings/arguments
  • Relevance to the selected subtheme
Call for Papers

Conference Background

Higher education systems across Asia have undergone remarkable expansion and transformation, moving from the periphery toward greater visibility and influence in global knowledge production. As we approach the mid-21st century, universities face converging pressures: geopolitical shifts, demographic transitions, sustainability imperatives, and rapid digital change.

In this changing global context, Asian higher education is not only “catching up” but also exploring distinctive pathways and contributing new models to global dialogue—while navigating innovation-driven talent development and the ethical responsibilities raised by emerging technologies such as Generative AI.

Conference Subthemes

We welcome theoretical contributions, empirical research, and policy analyses aligned with the overarching theme. While the conference has a primary focus on Asia, submissions that extend beyond the Asian context and offer comparative or broader global perspectives are also warmly welcome.

  • Higher Education and Sustainable Development: Asian Pathways and Contributions
  • Policy Dialogues and Regional Cooperation: Building an Asian Higher Education Community
  • Doctoral Education and Innovation-Driven Talent Development: Evolving Asian Models
  • Digital Transformation and Tech Ethics: Future-Readiness of Asian Universities
  • Higher Education Transformation in a Changing World: Global Perspectives and Comparative Insights
Conference Scope Conference Subthemes

Young Scholar & Doctoral Student Forum

The HERA 2026 Young Scholar & Doctoral Student Forum will be co-hosted with the 15th THU SE (School of Education, Tsinghua University) Doctoral Student Forum. We sincerely invite doctoral students, master’s students, and undergraduate students worldwide to submit abstracts and attend.

Forum scope: The Young Scholar & Doctoral Student Forum is intended for submissions in which the first author and the presenting author (if accepted) are students. Submissions that fall outside this scope may be submitted to the general conference tracks.

Publication Opportunities

Selected high-quality papers presented at the conference may be considered for a special issue in peer-reviewed journals (e.g., International Journal of Chinese Education). Details will be announced closer to the conference date.

Hosted by

  • Graduate School of Education, Peking University
  • School of Education, Tsinghua University
  • UNESCO Asia-Pacific Higher Education Chair

Contact

Secretariat Contact: hera2026beijing@outlook.com