About EURASHE

Founded in 1990, EURASHE has a mission to promote the value of applied higher education at both national and European level. It is committed to fostering international cooperation and enhancing the global engagement of its member institutions.

In a rapidly changing world, higher education, research, and innovation must swiftly adapt to emerging needs and challenges. While Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) are expected to evolve, no single institution can address societal challenges alone. A systemic approach—rooted in policy cooperation and the development of ecosystems at local, regional, and national levels—is essential.

Universities of Applied Sciences are uniquely positioned to meet these challenges. They bridge practical skills with theoretical knowledge, a balance that policymakers and employers alike recognise as invaluable. As the European Association for the Applied Sciences in Higher Education, EURASHE occupies a distinct space in applied higher education: we bridge the divide between “universities” focused on knowledge creation and “other HEIs” limited to teaching and labor-market skills, fostering an integrated and dynamic approach.

Our vision is implemented at Applied Sciences House: a space for collaboration and knowledge sharing at our office on Rue de la Science 14 A, at the heart of the European Quarter in Brussels. A welcoming, inclusive and participative environment, open to current members and stakeholders as well as prospective partners.

Strategic objectives

Demonstrate the added value of applied universities in transnational cooperation

Lead on the Union of Skills, promoting integrated and flexible tertiary education systems