IE Experience Day in Luxembourg

Are you thinking about studying in Spain or already in the application process at IE University? Join us for the IE Experience Day and get a real taste of what it’s like to study and live in Madrid!

About the IE Experience Day

This event brings the IE experience directly to you. You’ll learn more about our university, the programs we offer, and the admissions process, while also discovering what life as a student in Madrid is like.

It’s also a great opportunity to meet our local team and connect with other prospective students and candidates interested in Undergraduate programs and Master’s degrees.

Agenda:

17:30 – 17:45 | Registrations

17:45 – 18:15 | Information Sessions

18:15 – 18:30 | Break

18:30 – 19:30 | Masterclass by Professor Robert Polding - "Rise of the Robots" 

19:30 – 20:30 | Networking Cocktail

Don’t miss this chance to get inspired and take the next step toward your future at IE University.

 

About the Masterclass - Rise of the Robot:

"Rise of the Robots," traces robotics evolution from 1940s primitive "tortoises" and the pioneering AI robot Shakey to today's sophisticated systems integrated into daily life, from household cleaners to surgical robots and Boston Dynamics' acrobatic humanoids. Through an interdisciplinary lens combining engineering, AI, biology, and imagination, participants explore cutting-edge developments in autonomous vehicles and biotech integration while debating the ethical implications of robots that fundamentally transform what it means to be human.

 

About the Professor Robert Polding:

Dr. Polding holds a Ph.D. and MSc in Information Systems from The University of Sheffield. Specializing in user experience design and development methodologies for creating online applications and marketing strategies. His research interests focus on big data, natural language processing, and developing quantitative models. Previous research interests include e-commerce, web applications, mobile apps, RFID, and database technologies.   Past employment includes working as a CTO and founder of Linotek, a company that created location-aware digital tour guides for museums. He has also worked as a project manager, senior developer, network design manager, and in educational administration as a deputy head teacher at a Madrid school. Companies worked at include British Telecom, Indra, Greenpeace, and as a contractor for the Spanish Army.   He is an academic director and lecturer in software design and development. Previously a lecturer in digital anthropology, database design, information systems modeling, project management, data science, and big data analysis.