A world of possibilities

R3DEEM+ aims to deliver tangible outcomes that strengthen Joint Programmes and contribute to European higher education. The project focuses on improving employability, harmonising accreditation processes, and creating sustainable frameworks for future programmes.

The main target groups for the projects are:

University Leadership

Capacity building

Leadership

Academic & Administrative staff

Skills in managing JPs

Employers

Collaboration in curriculum design

Access to skilled graduates

Policymakers

Data-driven recommendations for reforms

R3DEEM+ will conduct research on Joint Programme models, employability impact, and accreditation barriers, develop guidelines, toolkits, and training materials, and establish an Online Academy on Joint Programmes. Activities include pilot testing flexible JPs, organizing training for academic staff, engaging industry partners, and fostering policy alignment with the European Degree Label to ensure sustainability and scalability.

Objectives

  • Modernize & expand JPs (Master & Doctoral levels).​
  • Ensure inclusivity via blended learning, digital tools, flexible mobility.​
  • Enhance employability with labor market-driven curricula.​
  • Strengthen global collaboration with non-EU partners.​
  • Support EU priorities: European Degree Label, quality assurance, internationalization.

Key Results

  • Development of evidence-based guidelines and toolkits for Joint Programmes
  • At least 21 new or reformed Joint Programmes
  • Establishment of an Online Academy for training academic and administrative staff globally
  • Enhanced international collaboration and institutional capacity
  • Improved accessibility and quality of Joint Programmes

Impacts

The impact of R3DEEM+ spans from local and national institutional development to European policy alignment and global cooperation in higher education.

Local/ Region

  • Stronger institutional capacity 
  • Workforce aligned with industry needs

National

  • Evidence-based policy recommendations 
  • Modernization of higher education

European

  • Supports European Education Area
  • Degree Label
  • QA harmonization

Global

  • Strengthens Europe’s leadership in higher education 
  • International cooperation

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