The European University Association (EUA) represents more than 800 universities and national rectors’ conferences in 48 European countries. EUA plays a crucial role in the Bologna Process and in influencing EU policies on higher education, research and innovation. Through continuous interaction with a range of other European and international organisations, EUA ensures that the independent voice of European universities is heard.
EUA provides unrivalled opportunities for members to share best practices by participating in projects, events and other mutual-learning activities involving a wide range of universities. The Association also provides members with unique opportunities to shape European policies and initiatives affecting higher education and research.
EUA’s mission is to promote the development of a coherent system of education and research at the European level through studies, projects and services to members. As a centre of expertise in higher education and research, EUA supports universities by:
- promoting European policies that will strengthen universities' role in the development of Europe's knowledge societies;
- promoting networking opportunities among national rectors' conferences, national organisations and national associations;
- enhancing the visibility of European universities globally;
- influencing key decision makers at European, national and regional levels;
- informing members about policy debates impacting their development;
- developing universities' knowledge and expertise through projects that involve and benefit individual institutions while underpinning policy development;
- strengthening the governance, leadership and management of institutions through mutual learning, exchange of experience and the transfer of best practices;
- enhancing the international dimension of universities through improved cooperation among its members and by establishing dialogue with partner organisations around the world.
The European University Association is a nonprofit organisation, mostly funded by its members.
Address Geneva114, Rue du Rhône
Case postale 3174
1211 Geneva 3
Switzerland
Address BrusselsBrussels office
Avenue de l’Yser, 24
1040 Brussels
Belgium
Press inquiriesJessica Carter
jessica.carter@eua.eu
+32 (0)2 743 1159
Belgium
Membership inquiries
Membership@eua.eu
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European University Association (EUA)