Big ideas. Bold conversations. Tough topics tackled head-on.
At the UNSW Centre for Ideas, we bring the world’s sharpest minds to us and take UNSW’s extraordinary thinkers to the world.
From Nobel Prize winners to cultural icons and champion advocates, we cut through the noise and tackle the topics that matter. Think Julia Gillard on leadership, Stephen Fry on the art of disagreement, Jennifer Doudna on gene editing, Megan Davis on democracy and Jennifer Robinson on gendered violence.
Live and Unfiltered
Our events put you in the room with some of the world’s most compelling voices – from Donna Strickland and Reza Aslan, to Deborah Lawrie, Paul Bloom and Germaine Greer. Together, we’ve unpacked race, reason, technology, ethics and everything in between.
But we don’t just host headline names. We also shine a light on the groundbreaking work of UNSW researchers and academics, turning complex ideas into engaging talks and lively public discussions.
Want in? Head to our events page to see what’s coming up.
Anytime, Anywhere.
You don’t need to be in Sydney to join the conversation. Our digital collection is open 24/7, with podcasts, videos and bite-sized content to spark curiosity and stretch your thinking. Whether you’re after a deep dive or just a taste of something new, there’s always something to explore.
Start watching or listening now.
If you’re ready to think big and think differently, this is where it starts.