QS Reimagine Education Awards & Conference
Edtech Startup Event
Topic: Edtech
Date: 07/12/26
Duration: 3 days
Location: QEII Center, London, UK
QS Reimagine Education Awards & Conference
QS Reimagine Education Awards & Conference is the global stage where higher education leaders, edtech founders, and investors come together to reimagine the future of learning.
This year’s theme, “Mind the Gap – it’s Getting Wider”, spotlights a global divide: while some universities are seizing new opportunities, rethinking their models, and embracing innovation, others risk being left behind. For investors and startups, this widening gap signals a clear opening - to partner, pilot, and scale the solutions that will define the next era of education.
Why Startup Founders and Investors Should Attend
- 1-to-1 meetings with EdTech investors – connect directly with VCs, angels, and institutional backers focused on the education and skills landscape.
- Workshops designed for startups – gain practical insights on AI readiness, product-market fit, and university-edtech partnerships that unlock scale.
- 140+ live pitches from Reimagine Education Awards finalists – see the most promising education technologies and models, from early-stage ventures to globally scaling platforms.
- Actionable partnerships – explore collaboration opportunities with universities, corporates, and government bodies seeking innovation partners.
Who You’ll Meet
- Founders and leaders from across EdTech, skills, and digital learning
- Venture investors and accelerators shaping the next wave of education innovation
- University and business school decision-makers looking for solutions to integrate and scale
Sessions to Watch
- Innovation Showcase: AI in Education & Best Use of Gen AI - Rapid-fire presentations from projects using AI and generative AI to transform teaching, learning, and operations, framed with expert commentary.
- Innovation Showcase: Immersive Experiential Learning - AR, VR, and simulation-based models redefining engagement.
- Innovation Showcase: Power of Partnerships - how EdTech-university collaborations are turning pilots into scalable solutions.
