University of the future
What role will Swedish universities play in 2035? IVA will bring together representatives from academia, the business sector, and the wider community to identify key issues, conditions, and priorities that will be critical for the future of higher education and for Sweden’s development leading up to 2035.
“In less than a century, Sweden evolved from a poor country into a prosperous nation characterized by deep social contracts and strong competitiveness. Universities were important drivers of this development. Today, the pace of change is increasing: knowledge is generated in a variety of new ways, competition between countries and university models is intensifying, and societal demands are growing.”
Martin Nilsson Jacobi
Topics include:
- Research policy in a global context
- AI and strategies for universities
- Higher education and research as societal functions in 2035
“AI is reshaping the foundations of education and research. This transformation raises important questions about the future role of universities and their significance in society”
Emil Görnerup
The steering committee welcomes suggestions for initiatives that could contribute to the project. All proposals will be evaluated and prioritized based on their relevance, feasibility, and potential impact. Concise submissions are appreciated.
To submit a proposal, please email the project manager (contact details can be found further down on this page).
Project period: 2026-2027.
