DHIK Science and Industry Forum 2026

International academic specialists for structural change in the region - needs, limits and success factors

Begin 21. April 2026 - 09:00 Uhr
End 21. April 2026 - 15:00 Uhr
City Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences, House IV, Theodor-Körner-Allee 8, 02763 Zittau

Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences cordially invites you to the Science and Industry Forum 2026 of the German University Consortium for International Cooperation(DHIK). DHIK promotes international higher education partnerships in various countries, in particular in China, Mexico, India and South Africa. The DHIK Science and Industry Forum 2026 will focus on the importance of international academic specialists for structural change in the region and how they can be successfully recruited, integrated and retained in the long term. Representatives from politics, science, business and international organizations will discuss the recruitment of skilled workers, innovation potential and the future of regions in transition.

A special highlight of the event is the visit of international guests: among others, a high-ranking delegation from the Technological Higher Education Network South Africa(THENSA) from South Africa and Namibia will take part in the central program points.

With the DHIK Science and Industry Forum 2026, Zittau will become a place for international exchange on technological development, securing skilled workers and the future of regions undergoing structural change.

You can look forward to
  • A high-ranking opening with international greetings
  • Expert presentations on the immigration of skilled workers, the economic added value of international talent and transnational education
  • Regional strategies for strengthening the attractiveness of a location in global competition
  • The role of universities as drivers of innovation and attractions for international specialists
  • A panel discussion on location attractiveness and success factors
  • Exchange and networking with international guests from science, business and politics
  • A tour of the Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences

You can expect inspiring presentations, an exciting panel discussion and diverse perspectives that invite you to think ahead and join in the discussion.

Registration is possible until April 10, 2016. You will receive further information on the conference program shortly after registration. Participation is free of charge.

We look forward to welcoming you to Zittau and to an exciting professional exchange.

Your Contact Person

Inna Hauf
Graduate business economist
Inna Hauf
Vice-Rectorate for Research, Transfer and International Affairs
Skilled labor initiative & project "Future Learning Location Upper Lusatia" (ZukLOS)
02763 Zittau
Theodor-Körner-Allee 16
Building Z I, Room 0.05
First floor
+49 3583 612-4741

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