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ECER - European Conference on Educational Research 2026

European Educational Research Association (EERA)Established 1994

ECER - European Conference on Educational Research is a leadership & policy conference held at Tampere University City Centre Campus and Tampere Hall in Tampere, Finland. The next edition runs August 18–21, 2026. Established in 1994, the event welcomes around 2,800 visitors and 25 exhibitors each year.

Europe's leading academic conference on educational research, organised through more than 30 EERA networks covering all sectors of education. It is hosted each year in a different European university city.

Next event

August 18–21, 2026

Tampere University City Centre Campus and Tampere Hall, Tampere, Finland

Avg. visitors

2.8k

Last 2 years

Exhibitors

25

Companies

Established

1994

32 years

Region

Europe

Finland

Attendance (last 2 years)

2 years ago
2,700
Last year
2,900

Registration fee

From EUR 350 (member early) to EUR 600 (non-member)

Entry procedure

Submit an abstract through the EERA portal or register as a listener; registration opens in April with early-bird rates to mid-May.

Types of exhibitors

Academic publishersResearch institutesUniversities and graduate schoolsFunding agenciesResearch software providersEducation ministries

Conference highlights

  • Europe's largest educational research conference
  • 30+ EERA research networks
  • Emerging Researchers' Conference preceding the main event
  • Rotating European university host cities

Things to know before you go

  • ›Most recent edition took place in Tampere in August 2026
  • ›Abstracts are submitted through the EERA portal in autumn
  • ›Member and student rates reduce fees substantially
  • ›Programme spans four days plus a pre-conference for emerging researchers
  • ›Working language is English

Frequently asked questions

When is ECER - European Conference on Educational Research 2026?

ECER - European Conference on Educational Research takes place August 18–21, 2026.

Where is ECER - European Conference on Educational Research held?

ECER - European Conference on Educational Research is held at Tampere University City Centre Campus and Tampere Hall in Tampere, Finland.

How much does it cost to attend ECER - European Conference on Educational Research?

Registration fees: From EUR 350 (member early) to EUR 600 (non-member).

How do I register for ECER - European Conference on Educational Research?

Submit an abstract through the EERA portal or register as a listener; registration opens in April with early-bird rates to mid-May. Register at the official page: https://eera-ecer.de

Who organizes ECER - European Conference on Educational Research?

ECER - European Conference on Educational Research is organized by European Educational Research Association (EERA). The event was established in 1994 and attracts around 2,800 visitors and 25 exhibitors.

Event details for ECER - European Conference on Educational Research are curated and indicative — always confirm dates, fees and entry requirements on the official site, eera-ecer.de.