Welcome to eucen to our new Members!
17 June 2026
At the 56th eucen Conference in Cagliari, the General Assembly approved 13 new Members – a fantastic step in strengthening our community of ULLL. Together #WeAreEUCEN
Established in 1991, eucen is the largest multidisciplinary association for University Lifelong Learning in Europe. We represent this educational level in Europe through our research, lobbying and activities.
The definition of University Lifelong Learning (ULLL) varies between countries and universities. eucen seeks to embrace this rich diversity and to have a coherent focus for its activities.
University Lifelong Learning (ULLL) is the formal, non-formal and informal provision by higher education institutions (HEIs) of learning opportunities, services and research for: the personal and professional development of a wide range of individuals – lifelong and lifewide; and the social, cultural and economic development of communities and the region. It is at university level and research-based; it focuses primarily on the needs of the learners; and it is often developed and/or provided in collaboration with stakeholders and external actors.
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eucen understands University Lifelong Learning to encompass a flexible learner-centric approach which allows learners to learn at their own pace, in their own preferred space, according to their own specific needs. Discover eucen‘s four main focus areas:
The Two Faces of ULLL: Balancing Employability and Social Mission in a Changing Europe
Join us in Barcelona on Thursday 19 – Friday 20 November 2026 and explore with us how universities can offer programmes that can give employment opportunities and at the same time programmes that fulfil their social mission.
Tartu (EE), 02-04 June 2027
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Join our community and unlock exclusive opportunities!
By joining eucen you gain access to a wide network of experts in ULLL in general, as well as experts in key areas such as microcredentials, recognition and validation of prior learning, and social responsibility in education, among other key areas.
eucen‘s privileged access to restricted policy groups within the European Commission allows us to share exclusive information with our members before it becomes publicly available so that you can stay abreast of the latest developments in the field as they occur.
As a members of eucen, you receive priority consideration for participation in project proposals initiated by eucen or our stakeholders. By understanding your institution’s expertise and interests, we can connect you with opportunities to engage in collaborative projects.
At the 56th eucen Conference in Cagliari, the General Assembly approved 13 new Members – a fantastic step in strengthening our community of ULLL. Together #WeAreEUCEN
Discover the winners of the inaugural eucen ULLL Excellence Awards and celebrate the institutions advancing lifelong learning across Europe.
A growing focus on lifelong learning in European policy is creating new opportunities for universities to support learners throughout their lives.
During the EUCEN Conference in Cagliari on 5 June 2026, the winners of the SAMUELE ULLL Award 2026 presented their exemplary ULLL initiatives
The BELONG project was presented during the 56th eucen Conference in Cagliari, inviting participants to contribute to ongoing research on inclusion and belonging in HEIs.
Representatives of eucen National Networks from across Europe participated in a thematic workshop on current policy developments in university lifelong learning (ULLL).
eucen’s MESHE and SAMUELE projects were presented during the Cagliari conference in two separate sessions.
eucen’s new ULLL Hub has been launched! This online space designed to support the development and visibility of ULLL is now available.