21st BUILA Annual Conference

Please visit our dedicated conference website to view full event details, ticket options and wraparound event information. 

• Reminder: the BUILA annual conference is a BUILA member only event. 

Our flagship event will take place at The Loch Suite, SEC Centre Glasgow, 7 - 9 July with a very special Conference Gala Dinner at Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum on Wednesday 8 July.

• 450+ delegates from across the UK sector
• 20+ expert-led sessions and panel discussions
• Market insights from leading practitioners
• Directors' Forum for senior leaders
• Welcome Drinks Reception, 7 July
• Morning and evening activities
• Dedicated networking opportunities
• Conference Gala Dinner at Kelvingrove Art Gallery
• Sponsor exhibition area throughout conference

Sessions will focus on ethical recruitment, embracing change with confidence and navigating geopolitical developments. Through the sharing of best practice, insight and innovative strategies, sessions will highlight how UK HEIs can adapt, strengthen their international recruitment approach, and thrive globally.

Make the most of networking opportunities — join us at the Welcome Drinks Reception on 7 July and don't miss our Gala Dinner on 8 July, with exclusive private access to the museum collections, live entertainment and after dinner DJ.

As host city, Glasgow provides a distinctive setting for this year’s conference, combining a strong sense of place with a spirit of resilience and adaptability that aligns closely with the conference theme.

This conference is designed for professionals working in international higher education including:

• International Recruitment Directors
• Global Engagement Directors
• International Marketing Directors
• Regional Managers
• Recruitment Managers
• Agent, Sponsor or Global Relations Managers
• International Officers
• Partnership and TNE Managers
• Pre sessional and pathway Provision Managers
• International Admissions and Compliance staff
• Early career international staff

Full agenda published 18 May 2026. Morning refreshments, lunch and afternoon refreshments provided each day.

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Ticket details and registration advice can be found on our conference website.

No VAT is charged on ticket prices. Early bird deadline: Friday 5 June 2026.

2 DAY COMPLETE CONFERENCE

8–9 July With Conference Gala Dinner

Welcome Drinks Reception included

EARLY BIRD: £630

STANDARD RATE: £749

2 DAY CONFERENCE (NO DINNER)

8–9 July No Conference Gala Dinner  

Welcome Drinks Reception included

EARLY BIRD: £590

STANDARD RATE: £690

1 DAY TICKET (NO DINNER)

8 July or 9 July 

No Conference Gala Dinner  

Welcome Drinks Reception included

EARLY BIRD: £320

STANDARD RATE: £360

1 DAY + GALA DINNER

8 July with Conference Gala Dinner

Welcome Drinks Reception included

£450 Standard rate only

10% OFF GROUP DISCOUNT

A 10% discount applies when three or more Complete Conference tickets are booked from the same institution at the same time. All tickets must be the complete conference ticket. Please make the booking for the first person, then use 'Add Another Person' at the Registration Summary page.

ADDITIONAL EVENTS

BUILA 101 Training: New to Market
South East Asia (AM) or South Asia (PM), or both

£90 / £180 standalone
£45 / £90 if attending conference

Tuesday 7 July · In-person only

Directors' Forum 

£90

Tuesday 7 July · In-person only

Welcome Drinks Reception

Free 

Tuesday 7 July, 1630–1800

Register Today!