Erasmus University Rotterdam (EUR) is committed to impact-driven education, in which academic knowledge is put to practical use to address complex challenges such as the energy transition, digitalisation and sustainable development. Central to this are collaboration with societal partners and an interdisciplinary approach.
Impact-driven education embedded in our vision
Erasmus University Rotterdam (EUR)'s education vision is focused on creating a positive impact on society. The university equips students to become "Erasmians": global citizens combining academic expertise with a critical mindset and societal engagement. The further integration of impact and engagement into our scholarly education takes place both within the faculties and at a central level, supported by, amongst others, the Community for Learning & Innovation (CLI) and the Engagement and Research Services (ERS).
Teaming up for education with impact
Organisations such as Erasmus Verbindt and HefHouse act as a bridge between lecturers, students, societal partners, local residents and businesses to integrate real-world issues into education. In collaboration with the City of Rotterdam, EUR has launched various initiatives to bring education and society closer together in Rotterdam’s neighbourhoods. Major societal challenges also call for the pooling of academic resources, as seen in Convergence and the Leiden-Delft-Erasmus Universities (LDE) alliance.
Lifelong Learning
EUR also aims to make an impact by acting as a knowledge partner for professionals at the heart of society. Through our executive education programmes, we train professionals to lead transitions, for example in the fields of sustainable energy and healthcare innovation. By doing so, the EUR also contributes to improving the employability of professionals. To view our full range of executive education programmes, visit eur.nl/en/continuing-education.
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Team Impact & Engagement
- Email address
- samenwerken@eur.nl
Is your organisations looking for new perspectives, fresh ideas and opportunities to collaborate with motivated students and lecturers?
Please contact Team Impact & Engagement via samenwerken@eur.nl.