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ICIS 2026

Call for Papers

Join the 2nd International Conference on Innovation and Sustainability in Higher Education

Background

"Internationalisation as a strategic priority for higher education worldwide."

In an era of global interconnectedness, rapid technological change, and complex societal challenges...

Key themes include inclusive internationalisation, SDGs, and transnational education.

By fostering dialogue and collaboration, it seeks to promote more equitable and sustainable approaches...

Conference Objectives

Focusing on impact, dialogue, and global innovation

Advancing Research

Evidence-based policy and practice.

Promoting Dialogue

Ethical and inclusive approaches.

Global Networks

Fostering long-term partnerships.

Showcasing Innovations

Highlighting successful models.

Global Impact

Shaping higher education landscape.

Key Dates

November 20th, 2025

Deadline for abstract submission

November 30th, 2025

Notice on abstract acceptance

February 8th, 2026

Deadline for full paper submission

April 15th, 2026

Notice on full paper acceptance

March 30th, 2026

Early bird registration

June 2nd - 3rd, 2026

Conference date

Publishing Opportunities

Top Tiers Selection

  • 10 Best Papers: Inclusion in Q1/Q2 International Journals
  • 20 Qualified Papers: Special issues of VJES or TNU Journal

Conference Proceedings

30-40 peer-reviewed papers will be published in the Conference Proceedings with an official ISBN.

Global Distribution

Theme Clusters

Detailed focus areas for abstract submission

  • Internationalisation strategies and governance
  • National and regional policy frameworks
  • Geopolitics, higher education diplomacy and global positioning
  • Quality assurance, and accountability in international and sustainability education
  • Culturally responsive teaching and inclusive pedagogy
  • Teaching for sustainable development and global citizenship
  • Embedding intercultural competence and sustainability education in all disciplines
  • Curriculum co-creation with international partners
  • International education and exchange
  • Student and staff mobility (physical, virtual, blended), inbound and outbound mobility
  • Equitable access to international opportunities
  • Digital mobility as inclusive approaches
  • International internships and experiential global learning
  • International and local research collaboration
  • Sustainable partnerships with industry and community
  • Community-engaged learning and service
  • Capacity building through South-South and North-South cooperation
  • Ethics in research and technology
  • Innovative solutions for sustainable development
  • Responsible leadership and decision-making
  • Balancing innovation with ethical considerations

Ready to Submit?

Registration fees cover coffee breaks, lunches, and a field trip during the conference.