Arqus publishes its position paper on the European Degree

Arqus has just published its comprehensive Position Paper on the European Degree, reflecting its commitment to pioneering innovation and reform in higher education. Drawing on the conclusions of the EDLab project and the Alliance’s experience developing joint academic programmes, this paper serves as a key contribution to ongoing policy discussions surrounding the European Degree and the European Degree Label.

The paper emphasizes the transformative potential of the European Degree Label as a benchmark of excellence in joint international programmes. It also underscores the importance of equitable access, robust funding mechanisms, and simplified quality assurance processes to ensure the success of this ambitious framework across all educational levels, including micro-credentials.

Arqus welcomes the European Commission’s proposed roadmap and calls for coordinated reforms to prevent fragmentation during the transition to a fully realized European Degree. The alliance reaffirms its dedication to advancing systemic change and fostering a sustainable, inclusive, and high-quality European Higher Education Area.

Read the full paper below.