University:Future Festival
The (digital) future of higher education – the University:Future Festival (U:FF) has been exploring this topic since 2020. With a comprehensive programme of lectures, workshops and discussions, it is the largest and most innovative hybrid event of its kind. The University:Future Festival is a cooperation between Hochschulforum Digitalisierung, Stiftung Innovation in der Hochschullehre and Stifterverband.
As a leading event on digitalisation in studying and teaching, the U:FF offers orientation, networking and inspiration. And it is community-orientated and open to all! In terms of content, the festival covers a wide range of topics relating to AI, architectures, technology, strategy development, skills, didactics and much more. It is aimed at everyone involved in the present and future of academic education: University employees and students; research and politics; civil society and artists.
Save the Date
Mark the date in your calendar now: The next University:Future Festival will take place from June 22 to 24, 2026! More information about the theme, program, and volunteer calls will follow in winter!
Our team is currently in the conceptual phase, refining the content and format and gathering feedback from all sides. By participating in our community survey, you can help us further develop the festival and make it even more relevant. Be part of this process and help shape the future of academic education!
What makes the University:Future Festival special
Size and overview: As the largest event of its kind in the DACH region, U:FF offers a unique overview of futures in tertiary education, making it THE place for inspiration.
Community-based: Our community does not just meet for the annual festival – we work together in a spirit of trust throughout the year. The content and formats of U:FF are largely fed by the diverse communities of Hochschulforum and Stiftung Innovation in der Hochschullehre. Members of the community inspire others and share information about the festival.
Innovative and colourful: U:FF always strives for innovations in content and format. This includes artistic interventions, new and diverse format ideas and a contemporary digital and analogue event experience.
Rethinking spaces: The University:Future Festival takes place simultaneously in the digital space and at several locations in the DACH region. By going digital, we achieve a high level of accessibility and an extensive programme. The presence stages enable networking and personal experience. In 2025, there are venues in Berlin, Braunschweig, Graz, Nuremberg and Zurich.
