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Future of Sport Conference 2026

27 March 2026

Join thought leaders, industry pioneers, academics, athletes, and students for a one-day conference at QUT exploring the future of sport through innovation, research, and collaboration.

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Sport research and studies

Business

Navigating the business of sport for the future, equipping you with the knowledge, networks, and skills to lead and make an impact.

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Data science and AI

Unlocking the power of data in sport, by developing and applying cutting-edge methods and tools in data science and AI for performance, insights, innovation and impact.

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Design

Shaping the future of interaction and creativity, driving innovation across the sporting ecosystem and beyond.

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Sport and exercise science

Advancing health and performance, turning evidence-based insights into real-world impact in sport and exercise.

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Engage in sport

Through our programs and facilities, and partnerships with state, national and professional sport, we deliver a sporting ecosystem that creates opportunities for students and the community to play, lead and learn.

2032 games engagement

Our Olympic Games engagement brings the excitement of major sporting events to life on campus.

Located adjacent to the future Victoria Park Stadium, we provide students with real world opportunities to engage with globally leading experts across sport, science, health, design, and business.

Through hands-on programs, research, and immersive experiences, students gain unique insights into the innovation and impact behind elite sporting events.

Focus on 2032

Sports innovation

We're at the forefront of sports innovation, empowering students to shape the future of sport.

Through the Sport Innovation ProtoComp delivered in partnership with Innovation Central Brisbane, a collaboration led by Cisco with QUT as part of the National Industry Innovation Network, students collaborate with industry leaders to tackle real-world challenges, gaining hands-on experience in digital prototyping and expert mentorship.

Join us as we gear up for next semester and be part of the next wave of sports innovators.

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Join our global partner network in sport

We're proud to collaborate and partner with state, national and global organisations to facilitate research collaborations, engagement opportunities, and the hosting of teams, events and initiatives that advance sport locally and internationally.

Through these partnerships, we connect world-class expertise in sport, health, science, business, and design with industry and community needs. Together, we create real world impact by fostering innovation, supporting athlete and student development, and shaping the future of sport.

If your organisation is interested in exploring partnership opportunities with QUT, we invite you to connect with us and be part of our global network driving positive change in sport.

Latest in sport

Future of Sport Conference brings global insights to Brisbane

Building smart stadiums, the rise of next generation sports, and how data science is helping athletes reach new heights were among the topics to take the field when QUT hosted the inaugural Future of Sport Conference in Brisbane on Friday (March 27).

Smart Stadiums: Las Vegas stadium tech boss to address Brisbane conference

The technology boss of the high-tech Las Vegas stadium that hosted the NRL’s opening round will visit Brisbane this month as one of the special guest speakers at the inaugural Future of Sport Conference at QUT.

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