Day 1Feb 4
Arrival and welcome
Accreditation and a first encounter between participants and the ADS team.
Take part
BecomeanAgorable
Valencia, Spain · February 4–7, 2027
Four days with leading university students from across the world, debating the dilemmas that shape the future of education.
The experience
Who you will be with
You'll be surrounded by leading students like you from across the world - with different visions, goals, backgrounds, and academic disciplines. An ideal environment for innovative ideas to flourish and lasting relationships to form.
The cohortWho comes
Experts in the room
We are currently reaching out to leading experts to bring the best voices to ADS.
Become an Agorable
Become an Agorable
Become an Agorable
Become an Agorable
The programme
Four days in Valencia
A rough outline - the full agenda is confirmed closer to the event.
Day 2Feb 5
Talks and debate
Expert talks and conferences, followed by guided debate dynamics around the edition theme.
Day 3Feb 6
Workshops and work
Practical workshops and work groups developing high-value ideas and outcomes.
Day 4Feb 7
Conclusions and closing
Conclusions presentation, closing session and the beginning of a community that lives beyond the forum.
Questioningthe present is the first step towards imagining thefuture
Why apply
What you take away
Personal growth
You will strengthen judgment, critical thinking and deliberation skills through debates and formative dynamics.
Active community
You will establish bonds that continue beyond the event through groups, collaborations and online debates.
Intellectual reach
You can publish articles, reviews or reflections in the repository, keeping the conversation alive beyond the forum.
Are you eligible?
Who can take part
Conditions
- University students from anywhere in the world
- Between 18 and 26 years old
- Accommodation and meals covered by the organisation
- Fluent English, at least B2 level
What we look for
- Any type of academic background
- Motivation, enthusiasm and transversal skills
- A standout track record at their university or organisations
- Their own critical view and debate skills
The application process
Apply for your place
to take part in the event
To take part in the event you'll go through a thoughtful application process. Tell us about yourself, let us get to know you, and answer our questions. That's how we'll know if you're a true Agorable!
Apply here
Application windowFrom 12 October to 11 November 2026
01Fill the form
complete your profile and answer the questions.
02We review you
our team evaluates your candidacy.
03Selection
We’ll let you know if you’ve been selected. From that moment, you’ll have 10 days to accept your place.
04Welcome to ADS
selected candidates receive official confirmation.