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Conference programme

The three-day RGS Annual International Conference attracts over 2,000 geographers from around the world.

The Annual International Conference 2027 will be chaired by Professor Richard Harris (University of Bristol, UK). The Conference will take place at the University of Bristol and online, from Tuesday 31 August to Friday 3 September 2027.

More details on the conference theme and the calls for sessions, papers and posters will be published in November 2026.

The provisional programme will be published in May 2027.

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Chair's theme

The Chair's theme for the 2027 conference will be selected by Chair of Conference, Professor Richard Harris.

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Call for sessions, papers and posters

The call for sessions, papers and posters will open in November 2026.

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Frequently asked questions - Annual International Conference

Read answers to frequently asked questions about submissions for the conference programme.

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Key dates and deadlines

The 2027 conference will take place at the University of Bristol and online, from Tuesday 31 August to Friday 3 September 2027.