Partners - STARS EU

Hanze University of Applied Sciences (The Netherlands)

Founded in 1798 in Groningen, Hanze University of Applied Sciences is one of the oldest of its kind in the Netherlands. Renowned for its research on energy transition and its commitment to developing global competencies among students, it champions practical education focused on innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainability. The university offers programs in business, engineering, and healthcare, working in collaboration with local industries.

University of La Laguna (Spain)

The oldest university in the Canary Islands, its founding decree was signed in 1792 and, since then, it has gone through several names and stages, until it obtained its current name in 1913. Its catalogue of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees covers all areas of knowledge. The strategic tricontinental position of its location pushes the University of La Laguna to adopt a position of reference and leadership in the ultra-peripheral region of the European Union that it occupies.

Bragança Polytechnic University (Portugal)

The Bragança Polytechnic University (IPB) is a Portuguese Higher Education Public Institution embracing a wide area of knowledge and technology, including agriculture sciences, arts and sports, education and teachers’ training, informatics and engineering, administration and management, health, communication and tourism. Nowadays IPB is a multicultural institution where 30% of its students are international students from all over the World. IPB is also recognized by its performance in applied research and regional engagement.

Hochschule Bremen - City University of Applied Sciences (Germany)

Although its origins date back to the late 18th century, the Hochschule Bremen is the second largest scientific institution in the state of Bremen and occupies a prominent place in the higher education system. Indispensable to the local scientific system due to its international character and its application-oriented teaching and research, it is a decisive engine in the region that provides highly qualified workforce in all relevant fields and researches in close collaboration with companies and organizations.

Silesian University in Opava (Czechia)

Silesian University in Opava, Czechia, was founded in 1991 and comprises three faculties, Public Policies, Philosophy and Science, Business Administration and two institutes (Mathematics, Physics). It offers bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs, such as business, science, and public administration. The university prioritizes being a reliable regional partner and fostering global collaborations. In 2021, it earned the HR Excellence in Research Award, enhancing its reputation among European universities for a high-quality working environment.

University West (Sweden)

University West in Trollhättan, Sweden, is a modern institution known for its strong focus on Work-Integrated Learning (WIL), which shapes its approach to education and research. Located on a centrally situated campus, emphasizes collaboration with industry and work-life to provide practical, hands-on learning experiences. It conducts internationally recognized research in areas such as production technology and WIL, aiming to maximize societal impact.

Cracow University of Technology (Poland)

Cracow University of Technology (CUT) has been training engineering professionals for over 70 years, offering programs that align with labor market demands. Known for the high quality of its engineering education, its graduates being highly valued by employers. CUT offers a wide range of engineering and technical programs, and its relevance is reflected in both national and international rankings. The university also emphasizes research and innovation, contributing to its growing reputation on the global stage.

University of Franche-Comté (France)

Founded in 1423, the University of Franche-Comté (UFC) is a multidisciplinary higher education institution with five campuses located in Besançon, Belfort, Montbéliard, Vesoul, and Lons-le-Saunier. It has 23 research laboratories, more than 900 researchers, and offers both technical and doctoral programs. The university's policy focuses on the connection between education, research, and innovation. In 2021, it became the second French university to receive the European 'HR Excellence in Research' label.

Aleksandër Moisiu University of Durrës (Albania)

Founded in 2005, Aleksandër Moisiu University (Durrës) is one of 11 public universities in Albania that houses five faculties (Business, Education, Information Technology, Political-Legal Sciences, and Professional Studies) in which 22,000 people study. Its approach, which places students at the centre of activities, and its commitment to introducing new methods in the organisation of programmes, have transformed higher education in Albania.