Headlines
EURASHE 34th ANNUAL CONFERENCE
On 14-15 August, 160 participants from 24 countries gathered at the Portalegre Polytechnic University for 1.5 days of intense discussions, workshops and debates on regional development. Read the official report to discover insights on the programme and the key takeaways.
EURASHE Activities
U!INNOVATE PROJECT KICKS OFF
We have recently become partners of this project led by the EIT HEI Initiative, focused on boosting innovation among Higher Education Institutions in Europe.
EURASHE ELECTS A NEW BOARD
During last week’s General Assembly, EURASHE members elected nine new board members who will serve from 2025 to 2027. Congratulations to all those elected!
EURASHE ANNUAL REPORT
We recently published our annual report from last year, giving an overview of EURASHE achievements, main events and activities in 2024.
Representation
U!REKA CONNECTS 2025
Our Secretary General was among the participants of this event taking place at Metropolia UAS, where he spoke about the European Joint Degree and Label. Almost 400 people from across one of the largest European University Alliances have gathered in Helsinki to take part in a diverse programme of activities. Congratulations to Metropolia and other EURASHE members, HOGENT and Amsterdam UAS!
E³UDRES² WORKSHOP ON “EMPOWERING ACADEMIC CAREERS”
Last week, EURASHE Vice-President Ulla Preeden intervened as a speaker in this workshop organised by St. Pölten University of Applied Sciences. The workshop was part of a three-part event series organised by the university.
Policy
EUROPEAN COMMISSION’S PACT OF SKILLS
Since its inception in 2020, the EU’s Pact for Skills has provided training to over 6 million individuals, with the support of more than 3,200 organisations. A significant 84% of respondents view the Pact as a valuable initiative, especially in terms of fostering collaboration, improving access to funding, and enhancing skills intelligence.
ENQA RESPONSE TO COUNCIL RECOMMENDATION ON QA & RECOGNITION
As a partner in the E4 Group, EURASHE welcomes the recent briefing by ENQA in response to the Council Recommendation of 12 May 2025 on a European quality assurance and recognition system in higher education. We strongly support ENQA’s call to fully implement existing Bologna Process tools, reduce administrative barriers, and align national legal frameworks. These steps are essential to enable cross-border quality assurance, support international cooperation, and promote enhancement-led approaches.
Consistent implementation across the European Higher Education Area is crucial to ensure that quality assurance continues to drive innovation, mobility, and excellence in applied and professional higher education.
Upcoming opportunities
QUALITY ASSURANCE BLENDED INTENSIVE PROGRAMME
A consortium led by Hotelschool The Hague (NL) and including Algebra Bernays University (HR), Medical College (CZ), University of Latvia (LV) and supported by EURASHE, is developing a Blended Intensive Programme for QA professionals. The programme will launch late this year, with in-person training in early 2026. We kindly invite your input to help tailor the programme to participants’ needs.
CALL FOR INPUT: EUROPEAN AFFORDABLE HOUSING PLAN
The European Commission is collecting evidence to shape the European Affordable Housing Plan, and we encourage the higher education community to contribute. With affordable student housing being a pressing issue across Europe, it is essential that higher education institutions and stakeholders provide data and insights to ensure the sector’s needs are reflected in future policies. The deadline for submissions is 4 June 2025.
CEDEFOP LAUNCHES CALL FOR TENDERS
Check out the new Cedefop call on ‘Quality assurance in formal continuing vocational education and training (CVET)’, which aims to provide new evidence that will deepen the understanding of quality assurance approaches and mechanisms in formal CVET in 12 selected EU countries. The deadline for submissions is 11 June 2025.
Our members
- International Master’s Programmes at Tartu Applied Health Sciences University
- 5th International Student Conference at Tartu Applied Sciences University | 20 November 2025
- Slovenian and Italian Higher Vocational Institutions Strengthen Ties with New Memorandum of Understanding
- SMRT.BIO Participates in AI Act Discussion at the European Parlement
- HELHa UAS focuses its management on the learning experience
- E³UDRES² Science Festival Turned St. Pölten Into Hotspot for Science Enthusiasts
Upcoming events
EURASHE SUMMER SYMPOSIUM & COCKTAIL | 24 JUNE
We are pleased to announce the 2025 edition of the EURASHE Summer Cocktail, which this year will be preceded by an optional Symposium. The event will take place in one of our newest members, Odisee University of Applied Sciences in central Brussels. Registration is open until 19 June 2025.
TUS CONFERENCE : THE MANUFACTURING SOLUTIONS | 11-12 JUNE
Join the Manufacturing Solutions Conference on 11-12 June 2025, organised by TUS and GTMA, a key event for cutting-edge manufacturing technologies and engineering solutions. Connect with top suppliers, explore innovations, and gain a competitive edge.
QS HIGHER ED SUMMIT: EUROPE 2025 | 16-17 JUNE
Join the QS Higher Ed Summit: Europe 2025 on 16-17 June 2025 in Porto, Portugal, gathering over 400 higher education leaders to discuss the theme “Expanding Horizons: Enhancing Global Appeal Through Educational Excellence.”
🎟️ EURASHE members can register with a 30% discount using the code EURASHE here!
DIGIEDUHACK 2025 | 7-16 NOVEMBER
Join DigiEduHack 2025, a global EU initiative shaping the future of digital education. Take part in 24-hour hackathons happening worldwide from 7-16 November 2025. Host an event, inspire your community, and co-create real solutions. Open to students, educators, entrepreneurs, and digital enthusiasts.
Highlights
EIT AWARDS €63 MILLION TO BOOST INNOVATION CAPACITY IN HIGHER EDUCATION
The EIT Higher Education Initiative has announced investments to boost innovation in Higher Education. The funding will support 47 projects, including U!Innovate which EURASHE is a partner of.
