European Universities Estates Congress
27-28 January 2026 | Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
In collaboration with the University Design Forum
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Shaping the Future of University Estates & Facilities
The European Universities Estates Congress is a new conference and networking event dedicated to real estate and facilities management in higher education. Bringing together professionals from across Europe, the UK and beyond, the Congress provides a unique platform to exchange knowledge, share best practices and explore innovative solutions to the challenges facing university leaders today.
The European Universities Estates Congress brings together those responsible for real estate, facilities management and campus development to collaborate, identify common challenges and discover solutions that transcend borders. As institutions respond to increasing demands around sustainability, refurbishment & retrofit, good estate management, and technology and AI, the Congress offers a dynamic platform to exchange ideas, share best practice and foster cross-border collaboration, ensuring estate strategies are aligned with the future of higher education.
The Call for Presentations is now open - find out more below:
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What to Expect?
Who Should Attend?
University Leaders and those responsible for real estate, facilities management and campus development. Architects & Designers, Specialist Consultants, Contractors and Suppliers of Essential Products, Services & Equipment for Higher Education.
Be part of this essential conversation shaping the future of universities throughout Europe.
Attendance is FREE for those directly employed by universities worldwide.
A delegate fee applies to private sector representatives.
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Key Themes
Facilities Management, Rationalisation & Transformation
Space Utilisation & Optimisation
Smart Campus Infrastructure & Digital Innovation
Student Experience
Collaboration, Alliancing & Strategic Partnerships
Sustainability & Pathways to Net Zero
Research into Practice
Health & Wellbeing
Heritage Buildings
Design
Financial Sustainability
And more...
The Call for Presentations is open! We're looking for experts to talk about recent projects that will inspire attendees.
We are looking for relevant, engaging presentations that represent the collective voice from across the sector and fit within the themes of the conference.
Showcase your brand to key decision-makers, responsible for university real estate and facilities management.
Sponsorship is the most flexible way to present your company at the event. It can be tailored to your needs and ensures a direct hit on your target market. Various packages are available for you to choose from in order to meet your unique requirements.
The Organiser
The Congress is organised by STEP CONNECT2, organisers of Education Estates®, the leading learning environments event in the UK, held in partnership with the Department for Education. STEP CONNECT2 also organises four more nationally focused education events; Learning Places Scotland in partnership with the Scottish Government, Education Buildings Wales in partnership with the Welsh Government, Learning Environments Northern Ireland in partnership with the Department of Education and Education Buildings Ireland in partnership with the Government of Ireland, as well as several conferences that focus on key areas of interest for the sector.
