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The European Commission has just unveiled its plans for a groundbreaking initiative – the European Degree. A long-awaited development, especially meaningful for European University alliances and Erasmus Mundus consortia. As part of the ERUA-European Reform University Alliance and the Global-MINDS.eu Erasmus Mundus consortium, Uniwersytet SWPS is at the forefront of embracing these transformative educational initiatives. The European Degree will be a new qualification awarded after transnational programs at Bachelor, Master, or Doctoral levels, designed to be automatically recognized across the EU. This is a monumental step towards simplifying academic mobility and recognition across Europe. For students, it opens up unprecedented opportunities for cross-border education, ensuring that their qualifications are recognized EU-wide. For higher education institutions, it simplifies the creation of joint programs, enhancing the attractiveness and competitiveness of European universities. Employers stand to gain from a pool of certified, highly-skilled graduates, making Europe an even more attractive study and work destination. And at the heart of it, the European Degree aims to foster a stronger European identity and bring us closer to the vision of a European Education Area. The Commission has laid out steps from proposing European criteria for the degree to the development of implementation guidelines and integration into national legislation. A European degree Policy Lab, an annual Forum, and new Erasmus+ support for pathway projects and design measures will ensure that member states and higher education sectors, are well-supported in this journey. This initiative is not just about enhancing academic offerings; it's about preparing a future-proof workforce, attracting global talent, and strengthening the EU's strategic autonomy. The European Degree represents a significant leap towards a more integrated, innovative, and inclusive European Higher Education Area. https://lnkd.in/dWw3AR_T #EuropeanDegree #EuropeanEducationArea

That's great news for higher education and the European Education Area! 🌟 The European Commission has just presented a blueprint for a European degree. 🎓 This includes a new universally recognized qualification and support measures for EU countries to enhance transnational cooperation in higher education institutions. 🌍 Additionally, the Commission has introduced two proposals for Council recommendations: ✅ A European quality assurance and recognition system in higher education ✅ Creating attractive and sustainable careers in higher education Let's keep moving forward towards a more integrated and collaborative European higher education system! 🚀 #EuropeanEducation #HigherEd #EuropeanCommission

📢 Commission presents a blueprint for a European degree! Great news for higher education and for the European Education Area! The European Commission has adopted a package of ambitious proposals for Europe’s higher education sector, with the aim of working towards a European degree. The package contains a blueprint for this new and universally recognised qualification, with a concrete cooperation path and support measures for EU countries and their higher education systems, as a result of deeper and wider transnational cooperation between higher education institutions. As part of the package, the Commission has also adopted 2 proposals for Council recommendations that go beyond the pure ambition of developing a European degree: ✅ A European quality assurance and recognition system in higher education ✅ Attractive and sustainable careers in higher education This blueprint builds on the results of 6 Erasmus+ pilot projects that have involved more than 140 higher education institutions from all EU countries. More information 👉🏽 https://lnkd.in/eF8wdK79 What is a European degree ❔ 🢒 A new type of degree awarded after transnational Bachelor, Master, or Doctoral programmes delivered at national, regional, or institutional level 🢒 Automatically recognised everywhere in the EU 🢒 Awarded jointly and on a voluntary basis by a group of universities across Europe 🢒 Based on a common set of criteria agreed at European level #EuropeanDegree #EuropeanEducationArea

🌍✨ Exciting News! The European Commission has just announced the CHALLENGE.EU alliance, a major step towards transforming higher education in Europe! This new alliance, part of the 2024 Erasmus+ European Universities call, brings together leading institutions from across Europe: 🇫🇷 Ecam La Salle (France), 🇵🇹 European University of Lisbon (Portugal), 🇩🇪 Offenburg University of Applied Sciences (Germany), 🇱🇻 Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies (Latvia), 🇸🇪 Mid Sweden University (Sweden), 🇲🇰 South East European University (North Macedonia), 🇪🇸 European University of Lisbon (Spain), 🇨🇭 Arts Northwestern Switzerland (Switzerland), 🇵🇱 University of Warmia and Mazury (Poland) The CHALLENGE.EU alliance will allow a new generation of Europeans to study and work across different countries, languages, and disciplines, making Europe's higher education even more competitive and appealing. 💪🎓 CHALLENGE.EU alliance will promote European values and identity, fostering long-term, strategic cooperation among universities. This initiative will drive innovative research and education strategies to tackle societal challenges. 🌱🔬 Stay tuned for more updates on this transformative journey for European higher education! 🚀 #ChallengeEU #EuropeanUniversities #ErasmusPlus #HigherEducation #Innovation #EuropeanValues

Exciting news from the European Commission as they unveil a blueprint for a European degree, aiming to enhance higher education across the EU. This proposal outlines a pathway towards a new type of degree awarded jointly by universities across Europe, fostering greater mobility and skill development for students. Additionally, measures are proposed to streamline quality assurance processes and enhance recognition of qualifications, ensuring trust and compatibility across borders. How will a European degree impact higher education and workforce mobility within Europe? #Europe #education

A major innovation in the European educational landscape. It is also an opportunity to point out that a European baccalaureate already exists at secondary level. All that remains is for the Member States to decide whether to make it more widely available. #Europeandegree

🏫 Explore the Rich Landscape of Austrian Higher Education! Discover the vibrant academic scene in Austria, home to diverse higher education institutions offering excellence in various fields. What types of universities exist, what programs do they offer, and what are the associated costs? Learn more about the opportunities awaiting both students and academics in Austria. 📚 Dive deeper into the details of studying and working in Austrian higher education, from entry requirements to diploma programs, bachelor's and master's degrees, and even doctoral studies. Plus, explore the financial aspects, including tuition fees, scholarships, and the quality of education offered. 👉 Read the full Guide and learn more. #Academics #HigherEducation #StudyinAustria #AustrianUniversities #PhDinAustria #CareerInAcademia

Times Higher Education global rankings celebrate quality in global education Congratulations are due to Study Group’s UK, USA and Republic of Ireland university partners whose work to offer excellent levels of teaching and to support student attainment and wellbeing have again been highlighted in the annual THE World University rankings. US institutions now take 36.3 per cent of the share of votes for teaching and 38.1 per cent for research, whilst UK institutions hold 13 per cent of the share of votes for teaching and 12.8 per cent for research. The global rankings highlighted the rise in non-Anglophone universities, including those in China, where the country’s reputation for increased teaching quality is primarily driven by increasing levels of government investment in the sector. The UK’s reputation for academic quality retains the country’s standing as a quality destination for global education, albeit with a slight decline year on year amid funding challenges. UK, Irish and USA universities were praised for their work overall including the quality of education provided, facilities and the wider student experience. You can read the full blog post on our website: https://lnkd.in/e9SeQYkw

The EU Commission proposes enabling European universities to collaborate and issue degrees valid across all 27 European Union states. This move aims to further streamline recognition and facilitate mobility for students and workers. While this initiative could reduce bureaucracy and enhance cross-border cooperation, it faces potential resistance from Member States wary of EU interference in education. Concerns also arise about the possible dominance of mega-European universities over smaller national institutions. Brussels suggests two options for implementation: collaboration among autonomous universities or the establishment of a new transnational entity. The EU Commission plans a gradual approach, starting with European degree path projects under the Erasmus+ program in 2025. https://lnkd.in/gyfcdcNz

ECIU welcomes the ambitious European higher education package as presented by the European Commission yesterday. It consists of: 🔵 blueprint for a European Degree, 🔵 a proposal for a council recommendation on quality assurance and recognition, 🔵 a proposal for a council recommendation on academic careers. Working together in Europe is key to continue innovate our education and respond to societal needs. ECIU aims for an innovative approach to the European Degree, also including other models of higher education, such as micro-credentials, in addition to full programmes. The European Degree must leverage the micro-credential movement to demonstrate the complementarity between forms of learning opportunities. ECIU looks forward to continue co-creating and implementing the European Degree, the next steps in the field of quality assurance and recognition and academic careers together with policy-makers and stakeholders in the coming months. ➡ European Commission’s publication on a blueprint for a European Degree: https://lnkd.in/d4e49AeZ ➡ #ECIU input to the EU higher education package and an innovative future European Degree: https://lnkd.in/djdFaGj2  #EuropeanDegree #EuropeanYearOfSkills