The United Kingdom’s decision to rejoin Erasmus+ from 2027 has been widely welcomed across higher education as a symbolic reset of relations with Europe after Brexit. Sector bodies such as Universities UK and the Russell Group have praised the move for restoring student mobility, rebuilding partnerships and offering life-changing opportunities for students and staff. Ministers…

Inequality in access to and success in higher education persists in every country, regardless of wealth or geography, according to Drawing the Global Access Map 2, the most comprehensive global study of participation and attainment to date. Produced by the World Access to Higher Education Network (WAHEN) with support from the Lumina Foundation, the report…

The World Access to Higher Education Network (WAHEN)–coordinated World Access to Higher Education Day 2025 (WAHED) Conference, held on 28 October in hybrid format at the University of the Western Cape and online, brought together participants from over 20 countries to advance global dialogue on equitable access and success in higher education. Despite a last-minute…

Inequalities in higher education participation and attainment persist worldwide, with students from higher socioeconomic backgrounds at least twice as likely to enter and complete university, while gender parity has been achieved in only a small number of countries. The new global study World Access to Higher Education Network (WAHEN), Drawing the Global Access Map 2,…

2025 marks the 45th anniversary of the Eurydice Network. Since 1980, Eurydice has provided reliable, comparable information on education systems and policies across Europe, supporting evidence-based policymaking, cooperation, and knowledge sharing among decision-makers, researchers, and educators. Over four and a half decades, the Network has grown its National Units, expanded coverage across all education levels,…

Programmes include analytical chemistry, renewable energy, and international law. Once open, they’ll be available to students from across the world.

The European Commission’s interim evaluation of the 2021–2024 phase of the European Education Area (EEA) confirms its significant added value in fostering cooperation among EU Member States. The EEA has helped align national education reforms with shared European objectives, boosted the use of EU funding instruments, and strengthened the European dimension of education. Over 1,000…

The European Digital Education Hub (EDEH) is inviting higher education institutions—especially European Universities alliances—to pioneer the European Higher Education Interoperability Framework (HEIF). This initiative aims to enable seamless transfer of digital credentials, learning records, and qualifications across borders, facilitating mobility, shared programmes, and hybrid education. Early adopters will test use cases (e.g., shared catalogues, credential…

International students in Europe can often work part‑time, gaining valuable skills, language practice, community connections, and help with living expenses. However, it is recommended to keep your academics front and center: excessive work hours, especially in a new cultural and educational environment, may lead to stress or burnout. Key tips on how to navigate your…

Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters are delivered by multiple higher education institutions and run across various countries. They are distinguished by their academic excellence and by their high level of integration. Students at master's level from all over the world can apply. In addition, scholarships are available for the best students.  Find out more in the…

The Erasmus+ project Inclusive higher education developed an innovative tool for students mental health. It is a place for students which offers reliable information, tips and self-help tools to tackle emotional problems or to help students study confidently. You can find it here.

May is EU Diversity Month 2025. Check out the insightful infographic that highlights key data on equality and inclusion in the EU, especially the part dedicated to education. You can find the infographic here.