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REVISION OF THE ESG 2027: PUBLIC CONSULTATION OPEN
The revision of the Standards and Guidelines for Quality Assurance in the European Higher Education Area (ESG) is now officially underway, following the mandate of the Tirana Communiqué (May 2024).
As one of the original co-authors of the ESG, EURASHE is actively contributing to the revision, ensuring that the voice of the Applied Sciences sector is represented and heard. We warmly invite partners, members and stakeholders to submit their feedback via the dedicated survey by 9 January 2026.
EURASHE Activities
U!INNOVATE KICK-OFF MEETING IN AMSTERDAM
The U!Innovate project, funded by the EIT HEI Initiative, gathered the consortium in person for the first time in Amsterdam early this month. Partners came together to align next steps, strengthen collaboration, and set the foundations for the exciting work ahead.
#EURASHE35 SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT
Robbert Dijkgraaf is a mathematical physicist and former Minister of Education, Culture & Science in the Netherlands, from 2022 until 2024. He will deliver a keynote speech at EURASHE’s 35th Annual Conference in Amsterdam next year.
Upcoming opportunities
CALL FOR CONTRIBUTIONS DEADLINE APPROACHING
Monday 15 December is the first deadline of the call for contributions to the 35th EURASHE Annual Conference!
Do you have a project, research, good practice you wish to share on the topic of applied research and innovation? Check out the call, submit your session proposal and join us in Amsterdam.
JOIN OUR PROJECT MATCHMAKING & TRAINING LAB
Early next year, join our two-day seminar to pick up tips on how to develop projects to succeed in Erasmus+ and Horizon Europe calls. Capacity is limited and places are filling fast!
*Please note: this event is reserved for representatives from EURASHE and ERRIN member institutions.
Our members
ALGEBRA BERNAYS | DIVERSE ALLIANCE AT EQAF 2025
The DIVERSE European University Alliance presented its micro-credential strategy at EQAF 2025, highlighting joint short learning programmes delivered through three models and guided by a shared quality framework. Supported by a dedicated committee and toolkit, approved programmes enter the Alliance-wide course catalogue, promoting cooperation, innovation and high-quality lifelong learning across partner institutions. Read more
BA SCHOOL OF BUSINESS & FINANCE JOINS UNIVERSITY OF LATVIA
The BA School of Business and Finance has joined the University of Latvia, a move expected to strengthen research, improve education quality, and boost international competitiveness. The merger creates a stronger Baltic business education hub, with BASBF focusing on fintech, innovation and accredited programmes while preserving its identity. Read more
HOTELSCHOOL THE HAGUE | BIP APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN
An international team of QA experts, supported by the EURASHE Community of Practice on Quality Assurance, is pleased to announce the opening of applications for the Blended Intensive Programme “QA Blend: People, Policy, Practice.” The programme is eligible for Erasmus+ staff mobility funding, and participation is limited to a maximum of 12 participants. Check out the full programme and register today.
KNIGHTS COLLEGE | WBL CHAMPION PROJECT
The WBL Champion project brings together diverse universities and private organisations to build a strong Work-Based Learning framework. Combining experienced and emerging partners, it boosts organisational capacity and addresses stakeholder needs while improving education quality, reducing skill mismatches, and better preparing students for professional success. Read more
UIIN | PARTNERING FOR IMPACT
UIIN’s Partnering for Impact guide helps educators build meaningful collaborations with businesses, government and community organisations. It provides tools and frameworks to choose partners, design purposeful cooperation and sustain engagement, enriching learning, strengthening community ties and preparing students for a future requiring creativity, problem-solving and real-world experience.
Upcoming events
Navigating Erasmus+ and Horizon Europe
28 November
Jump with us into the world of EU-funded programmes, analysing key priorities, trends, and funding opportunities accessible through Erasmus+ and Horizon Europe.
*Reserved for EURASHE members only.
EAIE Barometer: Third edition
5 December
With 2817 individual responses from 46 EHEA countries, the EAIE Barometer, third edition report offers a comprehensive view of the health and vitality of internationalisation in European higher education amidst significant challenges and opportunities.
