GuildHE is delighted to announce the launch of the Creative Higher Education (HE) Strategy, hosted by the Royal College of Art, a GuildHE Creative member.

Building on the Creative HE Strategy Project, launched at the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA) on 30 September 2025, the Strategy brings together the voices, expertise and ambitions of the higher education sector to set out a shared vision for its future.

At a time of significant change and opportunity across higher education and the creative industries, the Strategy makes the case for the vital role of creative higher education in developing future talent, driving innovation and research, supporting the UK's creative economy, and enriching the cultural, social and civic life of our communities. It considers what is needed to ensure that creative institutions, their students, graduates, staff and wider communities are recognised, supported and equipped to thrive.

The launch will bring together colleagues from across higher education, the creative industries, policymaking and the wider sector to explore the Strategy's ambitions, consider its implications and discuss how we can work collectively to turn its vision into action.

Registration

Registration is free and open to GuildHE members and non-members. Places are limited due to the venue's health and safety guidelines; both registration forms will close automatically once the limit has been reached.

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Join as we come together to celebrate the contribution of creative higher education and help shape its future. For more information about the Strategy, please email [email protected].