Europe Overview

EU country maintains control over its education system, leading to diverse policies and structures across the continent. European higher education is known for its academic excellence and diverse programs, offering opportunities for cultural immersion and shorter Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees. 

Europe’s education includes a wide range of systems, with national control over education policy but shared EU-level initiatives like the Digital Education Action Plan. While academic excellence and rich cultural immersion are key draws, especially in higher education, challenges exist such as rising basic skills underachievement, managing language barriers, and adapting to digital transformation. The systems promote lifelong learning from early childhood to higher education and vocational training, with a focus on exchanging best practices to address common issues like teacher shortages and improving digital competencies.