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Newsletter Edition 286-02/2025
IN FOCUS

The Future of Europe = the Future of Erasmus+

Why further invest in higher education in Europe? This important question is at the forefront of the ongoing political debates, as preparations of the new Erasmus+ programme (2028-2034) will soon reach a critical stage.   Capturing a key moment to raise...
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NEWS FROM ACA

What’s new in Brussels? Key insights from ACA’s flagship seminar

The 21st edition of ACA’s annual flagship seminar, What’s new in Brussels? Recent developments in European policies and programmes, took place on 30-31 January 2025, in Brussels. This year’s event brought together 130 participants from 21 countries, as well as...
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Examining inclusivity in higher education mobility

The Diversity and Inclusion in Erasmus+ iMplementation (DIEM) project is dedicated to making student mobility within higher education more inclusive, particularly for students with fewer opportunities. To achieve this, DIEM is conducting a survey to assess the challenges faced by...
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EUROPEAN POLICY

EMA: Visa Experience Survey Report published

The Erasmus Mundus Student and Alumni Association (EMA) published its Visa Experiences Survey Report (2023–2024), as part of the EMA for Equity initiative, highlighting the challenges faced by participants in their visa application procedures. The initiative aims to improve the...
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A glimpse into the future: MFF communication & consultation and stakeholders’ gathering on the next Erasmus+

The start of 2025 has been marked by the intensifying work on the EU’s next multiannual budget. On 12 February 2025, the European Commission published a Communication on “The Road to the next Multiannual Financial Framework”. The policy document outlines...
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Research careers pilot to be launched in 2025: Choose Europe

A new initiative called Choose Europe, aimed at addressing brain drain and precarity in research careers in Europe, is set to be piloted in 2025 with a budget of EUR 22.5 million, as outlined in the draft work programme for...
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Towards a European Framework for Science Diplomacy

On 13 February, the European Commission published an expert report titled A European Framework for Science Diplomacy. The report relies on a thorough co-creation process involving 130 scientists, diplomats and other science diplomacy experts, with the aim to develop recommendations...
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NATIONAL EDUCATION AND THE GLOBAL CONTEXT

Advancing internationalisation and strengthening science: post-election priorities for Germany

As the new Federal Government in Germany takes shape, key stakeholders in the academic and scientific community are urging decisive action to strengthen Germany’s position as a global leader in science, innovation, and international cooperation.  The German Academic Exchange Service...
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Shifting policies in US higher education and research

Recent policy changes and proposed measures by the new U.S. administration have signalled significant shifts in higher education and research funding. President Trump's executive order, announced on 30 January 2025, titled "Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity," directs federal...
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Coimbra Group scholarships for international researchers

The Coimbra Group is offering three scholarship programmes to support international researchers and strengthen academic collaboration. These scholarships provide short-term research stays at Coimbra Group institutions for scholars from Sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America, and European Neighbourhood countries.   These initiatives aim...
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Finland: survey results published on international degree students experiences

The National Union of University Students in Finland (SYL) and the National Union of Students in Finnish Universities of Applied Sciences (SAMOK) commissioned an online survey to explore international students' experiences and opinions about studying and their future in Finland....
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Study highlights importance of international experience for German economy

A recent study by the German Economic Institute (IW), commissioned by the DAAD, underscores the growing importance of international experience for university graduates in Germany. As companies navigate major economic transformations—driven by demographic shifts, digitalisation, and decarbonisation—graduates with global exposure...
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CONFERENCES

Events

INTED2025 3-5 March 2025 More information KIWi Policy Talk on“After the election: What's at stake for Germany in international academic exchange?” 4 March 2025 More information Digital Universities Europe 2025 Conference 10-12 March 2025 More information EduCafé: Teaching Critical Thinking...
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