The EU is seeking feedback on its plans to facilitate joint European degrees, as well as on the linked issues of quality assurance and attractive careers in higher education.
European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen has said that joint European degrees are an EU priority for 2024, and they are included in the Commission’s programme of work for the coming year.
The desire for a joint European degree stems from universities facing long-standing obstacles in delivering joint programmes with institutions in different member states, caused by a lack of coherence between national higher education systems.
According to a Commission document released on 9 January, problems with cross-border programmes could be overcome by setting up a common set of European criteria for joint degrees.
Joint European degree (europa.eu)
Attractive and sustainable careers in higher education (europa.eu)
European Quality Assurance and Recognition System (new guidance) (europa.eu)