An opportunity for emerging and high-potential leaders from academic and professional disciplines, specially selected from the world-leading universities in the U21 membership.

For: Academic and professional staff

Nomination open: October 2026

Next cohort: Running 2027 (dates TBC)

Our Communities of Practice provide a route for all staff within the U21 network to gain new professional perspectives, share ideas and resources and make important international links by connecting with their counterparts and peers from across the world operating in particular disciplines/areas of work. Communities of Practice are self-managed, collaborative initiatives.

Explore seed-funding opportunities available across the Universitas 21 network to support joint research, academic exchange, and strategic collaboration.