The ENHANCE Alliance brings together ten leading European universities of technology, with the aim to transform the future of European Education and Research. ENHANCE offers innovative educational programmes and initiatives that foster inter-institutional collaboration, to empower people and institutions to drive responsible transformation for the benefit of society. Inspired by important topics such as climate action, artificial intelligence, diversity, and sustainable entrepreneurship, we work towards a stronger and more resilient Europe in an everchanging world.
- Chalmers Tekniska Högskola AB
- Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich
- Politechnika Gdańska
- Norges Teknisk-Naturvitenskapelige Universitet
- Politecnico di Milano
- Rheinisch-Westfälische Technische Hochschule Aachen
- Technische Universität Berlin
- Technische Universiteit Delft
- Universitat Politècnica de València
- Politechnika Warszawska
ENHANCE is committed to inclusive and sustainable research and education. It applies inter- and transdisciplinary approaches of co-creation and knowledge exchange to tackle the world‘s most pressing problems.
To unlock our greatest potential, we allow the boundaries within our ten- member universities and society to become permeable. ENHANCE will ensure that education and research have a positive social, economic, and environmental impact. Our Alliance will help build a joint European sphere of knowledge, adhering to the highest standards of best practices in teaching and research, inclusiveness and diversity.
We envision a world where scientists and students work closely with society to develop constructive solutions that tackle our world ‘s most pressing challenges. A crucial driver of this synergy is the European University, which fosters a common values-based European identity, transcending national borders. The European University enables mobility, exchange, and drives innovation, inclusion, equality, digitalisation, creativity, and responsibility. ENHANCE is working towards a flourishing ecosystem for high-quality higher education in Europe, with an international appeal for students and staff and a strong connection with society and European values.
Equality and human rights for all citizens are the basis for European integration, underpinning all policy and encompassing all areas. Educational opportunities and exchanges within the European University should be accessible to all, regardless of economic background, special needs or family circumstances. Our ombudsperson for diversity will ensure that these factors are considered in all our activities.
Freedom of thought, autonomy and critical thinking skills are crucial to the development of technology and science in the service of humanity. A student-centred, challenge-based approach to learning will enhance critical thinking and enable progress and innovation. Enhanced freedom of movement between our institutions will foster a common European identity among all members of the Alliance.
In order to ensure democratic procedures, ENHANCE endorses a participatory governance structure and decision-making process characterised by openness, mutual respect and broad participation of relevant groups, which include all members of the university as well as organisations representing the interest of society. Students, as the main stakeholders of the ENHANCE Alliance, have a powerful voice in the governance structure and are co-creators of the educational offers.
The value and dignity of the human being must be at the centre. Our ENHANCE education strategy will ensure that respect for the individual forms the basis for all our teaching, learning, research and administration.
ENHANCE builds on the rule of law as a cornerstone of our society. Our cooperation is based on a clear set of rules, focused on the creation of a transparent system that provides students with information and certainty regarding the academic recognition process.
Climate Action
Climate action is at the forefront of the ENHANCE+ mission, reflecting the urgent need for sustainable and inclusive approaches to address the global climate crisis. Our ENHANCE approach employs a transdisciplinary strategy to integrate climate neutrality goals into education and research, benefiting a diverse array of stakeholders including citizens, governments, and vulnerable communities. By fostering collaboration and innovation, ENHANCE aims to drive significant progress towards a climate-neutral future. This commitment is demonstrated through various initiatives that promote sustainable practices and resilience against climate impacts within and beyond the academic community. Our learning offers, designed for students, staff, and life-long learners, include a range of courses that encompass these priority topics, ensuring comprehensive education on climate action.
Digitalisation and AI
Digitalisation and artificial intelligence (AI) are pivotal to the future of education, research, and societal development. Within the ENHANCE Alliance, we aim to collaboratively leverage these technologies to foster a highly interconnected and innovative academic environment, as well as creating learning offers that equipt our community with the skills required to navigate the present and future alongside AI.
At ENHANCE, our ultimate goal is to deliver opportuinities that will equip students and professionals with essential digital skills to thrive in an increasingly digitalized world. Among these efforts, our learning offers cater to students, staff, and life-long learners, providing a variety of courses that address and integrate these priority topics.
Smart and Sustainable Cities
The need for a revolution in the field of city planning and sustainable civil engineering is central to the ENHANCE vision, striving to support the creation of urban environments that are resilient, inclusive, and technologically advanced. At ENHANCE, we connect researchers, teaching staff and students across our partner institutions to collaborativley explore and implement data-driven solutions, digital twins, and other innovative tools for urban development. Formats like our ENHANCE Smart Living Labs serve as platforms for students and researchers to engage in practical, transdisciplinary research that addresses the social, environmental, and economic aspects of sustainability.
Additionally, we offer activities and formats that support sustainable entrepreneurship and innovation, ensuring that new developments contribute positively to the broader goal of creating smarter, more sustainable communities.
