31 August 2025 – 3 September 2025
hosted by University of Zagreb
at the CAAS in Dubrovnik

Registration for the PRIDE Masterclass 2025
is expected to open on 11 April.

Enhance International Doctoral Collaborations: Navigating Complexities, Fostering Excellence

Introduction

International partnerships have become a cornerstone of academic excellence and innovation. Structured international collaborations in doctoral education not only help create critical mass in research areas but also enable doctoral candidates to gain essential international experience and develop global networks. With support from funding agencies and the EU Commission, such collaborations are increasingly incentivized as vital to advancing higher education.

Implementing such endeavours is, however, often fraught with obstacles. National legal frameworks vary, there may be specific local regulations, limited or unequal financial resources, and discrepancies in study programme structures, supervision standards, assessment criteria and procedures as well as research cultures can create additional barriers. Furthermore, inconsistent terminology (such as double and joint degrees, joint programmes, cotutelle, etc.) can complicate communication and coordination. Finally, reliance on project-based funding often undermines their long-term sustainability.   

Amid these complexities, the European University Alliances have emerged as transformative agents within the European Higher Education Area. With their potential to reshape doctoral education and establish sustainable long-term cooperation structures, they offer promising avenues for addressing these challenges.

This 3.5-day Masterclass will explore the complexities, opportunities and innovative approaches ahead. Specifically designed for university staff involved in managing doctoral programmes, European University Alliances and international collaborations, the PRIDE Masterclass aims to equip participants with the knowledge, skills and networks needed to succeed in the complex world of today’s global doctoral education.

Our masterclass is characterized by:

Keynote contributions from international experts and experienced professionals,
Opportunities to network with like-minded professionals,
Space to speak up, share and exchange ideas, and build lasting relationships,
Learn practical approaches and tools and techniques that you can use in your professional life

Target Group

Professionals in Doctoral Education from PRIDE and non-PRIDE institutions
Vice-Rectors/Heads and Managers of Doctoral Schools resp. Programmes
PhD Supervisors
All stakeholders in the internationalisation of doctoral programmes
People involved with European university alliances

Registration for the PRIDE Masterclass 2025 is expected to open on 11 April.

Applications will be approved on a first-come, first-served basis.

Number of participants: minimum 20, maximum: 30.

The registration fee is all-inclusive and includes accommodation (4 nights), breakfasts, lunches, coffee breaks, 2 dinners and participating in the social event.

The Masterclass is hosted by the University of Zagreb at the Centre for Advanced Academic Studies (CAAS) in Dubrovnik.

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THANKS

We have received your application and will contact you with payment information in due time.

THANKS

We have received your application and will contact you with payment information in due time.

Applications will be approved on a first-come, first-served basis. The application is only completed when you have received the final confirmation by email after your payment.