Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education

Tue, 09 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am to Wed, 10 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm UTC+01:00

The Whitworth | Manchester

Faculty of Humanities, University of Manchester
Publisher/HostFaculty of Humanities, University of Manchester
Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education
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Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education: Balancing Equity, Access and Innovation.
About this Event

Generative AI is reshaping education at an extraordinary pace, but as adoption grows, we must ask a vital question: who stands to benefit, and who risks being left behind?

This conference will examine how we can harness AI as an opportunity to promote participation and inclusion for all learners. Despite growing interest in AI, much remains unknown about its impact on different communities and what responsible, inclusive use should look like.

Bringing together researchers, industry experts and teachers, this event will discuss how designing and using Generative AI can be used to increase access and support. Through a curated programme built with discussions and examples of AI in Education, we'll explore both the opportunities and the challenges of shaping AI’s role in education.

Download the full programme here: https://uom.link/AIConfProgramme

Please note: This event is being delivered in a hybrid format, tickets are available in person and online. A waiting list has been enabled for Tuesday, 9 June in person tickets.

Please note that photography and video recording are taking place at this event for promotional, marketing, and archival purposes.By attending, you grant the event organisers the right to use your image and likeness. If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed, please let a member of event staff know as you sign in for the event.


9 June

πŸ•‘: 09:00 AM - 09:30 AM
Arrival refreshments
πŸ•‘: 09:30 AM - 09:45 AM
Welcome remarks from Professor Duncan Ivison
πŸ•‘: 09:45 AM - 10:45 AM
Plenary Panel: AI and Inclusion - Insights from the University of Manchester
πŸ•‘: 10:45 AM - 11:00 AM
Coffee break
πŸ•‘: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Presentations
πŸ•‘: 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM
Lunch
πŸ•‘: 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Lightning talks: Understanding and Designing AI in Higher Education

Info: These lightning talks will explore understanding and designing AI in higher education, including concepts, critique and pedagogical framing.


πŸ•‘: 03:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Coffee break
πŸ•‘: 03:30 PM - 05:00 PM
In-person workshop: AI and Accessibility Skills

Info: This workshop will explore AI and accessibility skills, including building the accessibility professional of the future.


10 June

πŸ•‘: 08:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Arrival refreshments
πŸ•‘: 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Plenary: Perspectives of AI, Inclusion and Equity
πŸ•‘: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Coffee break
πŸ•‘: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Lightning talks: Implementing AI - Equity, Access and Inclusive Practice

Info: These lightning talks will explore the implementation of AI, including equity, access and inclusive practice (applied, student-facing, and design-in-action).


πŸ•‘: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Lunch
πŸ•‘: 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Presentations
πŸ•‘: 02:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Coffee break
πŸ•‘: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Fireside Student Voices on Global Inequalities in AI

Info: Hear from students about global inequalities in AI, including language, access and inclusion in education.


πŸ•‘: 04:00 PM
Closing remarks and future directions
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Whitworth, Oxford Road, Manchester, United Kingdom

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