The European Dual Studies University

Alliance

We are an alliance of 9 leading Dual university institutions in Europe. We share a common philosophy about the relationships between students, the university and the world of work. Although our Dual Education models are different, we recognise their common basis.

Our institutions will collaborate intensely over an extended period, making joint courses, research projects and work-based learning being the norm rather than the exception across our campuses. As deeply embedded institutions within peripheral regions across Europe this cooperation will incentivise development of links at regional level – bringing local governments closer together and creating new opportunities for SMEs.

Defining our purpose

Our vision

is to become the global top-quality reference for Dual Education. We will form the largest integrated Dual- Education institution in the world – a multi-campus, multi-disciplinary institution, committed to close integration between academia, industry and regions.

We intend to use our collective expertise to help solve global challenges of industry to society – using Dual Education to make Europe greener, more equitable and more economically successful.

Our mission

is to use transnational Dual Education, a model involving close collaboration between students, academics and business stakeholders, to help Europe address major societal challenges.

The challenges that include climate change, de-carbonisation, digitisation, etc. will pose in society in general and industry in particular and will shape a new landscape of work and profession. The unique profile of our institutions will play a very important role in addressing these challenges.

Our vision

is to become the global top-quality reference for Dual Education. We will form the largest integrated Dual- Education institution in the world – a multi-campus, multi-disciplinary institution, committed to close integration between academia, industry and regions.

We intend to use our collective expertise to help solve global challenges of industry to society – using Dual Education to make Europe greener, more equitable and more economically successful.

Our mission

is to use transnational Dual Education, a model involving close collaboration between students, academics and business stakeholders, to help Europe address major societal challenges.

The challenges that include climate change, de-carbonisation, digitisation, etc. will pose in society in general and industry in particular and will shape a new landscape of work and profession. The unique profile of our institutions will play a very important role in addressing these challenges.

Our values

Our University Alliance, composed of leading academic institutions from nine countries, is committed to a shared vision of excellence and continuous improvement.

Our mission is to foster a sustainable and outstanding landscape for education and research through collaboration and synergies.

Our unique focus on dual education at the higher education level, seamlessly integrating work experience in collaboration with economic partners, distinguishes us.

Our values form the foundation of our actions and guide us in achieving our mission. They help us create a dynamic, resilient, and inclusive university alliance that will endure in the present and future. Together, we shape a sustainable and successful future for our students, staff, and society as a whole, uniquely strengthened by our commitment to dual education and strong industry partnerships.

In doing so, we uphold the core European values of inclusion, tolerance, justice, solidarity, and non-discrimination.

Innovation is at the core of our work. We support and encourage creative thinking, and the development of new ideas committed to sustainability, leading to groundbreaking research projects and modern teaching methods. Our alliance strives to be at the forefront of technological and scientific advancements, particularly through the integration of practical industry experience within academic programs.

 

Our alliance thrives on the active participation of all stakeholders. We foster a culture of co-determination, where the voices of our students, staff, and partners are heard and included in decision-making processes. This participatory approach extends to our industry partners, ensuring that work placements are mutually beneficial and contribute to our educational excellence. Additionally, our commitment to dual education integrates academic learning with extensive, practical industry experience, preparing students for real-world challenges.

We are dedicated to promoting sustainability in all aspects of our operations. By integrating sustainable practices into our curricula, research, and campus management, we strive to make a positive impact on the environment and society. Our efforts focus on fostering responsible stewardship of resources and equipping our students with the knowledge and skills to drive sustainable development in their future careers.

Achieving the highest quality in teaching, research, and administration is our constant pursuit. We are continuously dedicated to improving our processes and outcomes to ensure excellent educational experiences and research results. This is achieved through clear objectives, regular evaluations, and the pursuit of best practices, particularly in the context of our dual education programs that combine academic rigor with practical experience.

We value and promote the international dimension in all our activities. Through global partnerships
and exchange programs, we create an environment that integrates cultural diversity, inclusion, and worldwide perspectives, imparting global competence to our students and staff.

Despite our international orientation, we are firmly rooted in our respective regions. We actively engage in local communities and contribute to regional development by recognizing and fostering local needs and potentials, ensuring that our educational programs and work placements align with regional economic and social landscapes. We promote justice and solidarity in our regional engagements, fostering environments where non-discrimination and tolerance are paramount.

 

We think and act with a long-term focus, addressing future challenges and opportunities. Sustainability, digitalization, and lifelong learning are central aspects of our strategic direction. Our alliance invests in forward-looking projects and educates the leaders of tomorrow who can thrive in a rapidly changing world, equipping them with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills through our integrated work placements.

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Over the next four years, we intend to:

Over the next four years, we intend to:

01

establish a cooperation mechanism to collaborate across borders on teaching, research and industry outreach around societal grand challenges

02

ensure that the majority of programmes offered by the dual university include research, teaching or internship elements from at least two members of the institution

03

launch a joint micro-credential portal, offering continuing career development and new skills created by us as well as our industry partners, linked to our grand challenges

04

launch an ecosystem of joint research projects, at micro-, meso- and macro-level supporting the development of our grand challenges

05

create an unparalleled transnational work-based learning programme with strong support from local and global businesses

Do you wanna join us?

We invite partners to support the objectives of our bid, and indicate concrete areas of collaboration around institutional management, course development, workforce upskilling, research and work based learning.

Would your company would like to work with us on a European dual education project?

PARTICIPATE

in institutional governance, and management of the Grand Challenges

RESEARCH

in institutional governance, and management of the Grand Challenges

DESIGN

courses and participate in course delivery

MENTOR

in institutional governance, and management of the Grand Challenges

UPSKILL

workers by participating in training initiatives with the university

PROMOTE

in institutional governance, and management of the Grand Challenges