FilmEU AGORA Think Tank 2025/26 – Mapping Narratives in STEAM

FilmEU launches its annual initiative AGORA – a dynamic think tank that brings together students, teachers, industry specialists and the FilmEU Advisory Board to address the critical challenges currently faced by higher education in the creative and cultural fields.

The STEAM concept (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) represents an integrated and interdisciplinary approach to higher education.

This year’s AGORA will explore why technical and scientific skills alone are insufficient for the future labour market, and how artistic practices and knowledge are essential for fostering creativity, imagination and critical thinking.

Who Can Apply:

Students

• 2 representatives from each FilmEU partner institution
• A passion for the future and for interdisciplinary education
• A willingness to represent student voices, especially those less represented
• An interest in the role of the arts in broader contexts

Teachers

• 1 representative from each FilmEU partner institution
• Experience in guiding student engagement
• Interest in contributing to the development of a position paper
• Commitment to addressing challenges within the creative industries

What Is Involved

• Virtual meetings throughout the year for introductions and ongoing discussions
• In-person Industry Summit in Lisbon (10 to 14 November 2025)
• Workshops, guest speakers and collaborative sessions
• A one-year participation commitment
• Development of a position paper consolidating the group’s perspectives

Benefits

• Engagement with industry specialists
• Opportunity to network with peers from across Europe
• Contribute to shaping the future of interdisciplinary education
• Travel opportunities
• Become an active part of the FilmEU community
• Contribute to meaningful dialogue beyond FilmEU

Application Deadline: 10 October 2025

• Students: must complete the expression-of-interest form
• Teachers: must apply through their respective local FilmEU representatives.