Welcome
Welcome to the CDIO 2025 International Conference, set against the vibrant backdrop of Melbourne, Australia. Under the theme “Forging Connections: Synergies for a Sustainable Future,” this year’s conference aims to explore the powerful collaborations and innovative approaches driving the future of engineering education.
We invite proposals for contributions that resonate with the CDIO approach and our overarching theme. This is an opportunity to share your insights, research, and innovations through various formats including Podium Presentations, Poster Presentations, Workshops, Working Groups, and Roundtable Discussions.

Hosted by Monash University
Wominjeka Naarm
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land, the Wurundjeri people, on which the conference is held. We pay our respects to their Elders, past and present.
Sub-Themes
We are particularly interested in contributions that address one or more of the following sub-themes, reflecting the most pressing issues and transformative ideas in engineering education today:

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Cultivating environments that are diverse, equitable, and inclusive and observing the results of these

Sustainability in Engineering Education
Integrating sustainability principles into engineering curricula and projects.

Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies
Harnessing AI and new technologies to enhance learning and teaching.

Emotion and Reason in Relation to Wicked Problems
Balancing emotion and logic to address complex, unsolvable problems

Educational Research and Innovation
Pushing the boundaries of engineering education through cutting-edge research and innovative practices, and strategies for implementing research-backed practices.

Industry Collaboration and Perspectives
Strengthening ties with industry to enrich engineering education.

Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Instilling ethical practices and professional responsibility in future engineers.

Transdisciplinary Approaches
Integrating knowledge from multiple disciplines to tackle complex, real-world challenges.
Join Us
Join us at CDIO 2025 to connect with educators, researchers, industry professionals, and students from around the world. Together, we can forge new connections and create synergies that drive a sustainable future in engineering education.
We look forward to your contributions and to welcoming you to Melbourne!