On 2–4 December 2025, the T-GREEN project partners – including Mykolas Romeris University (MRU) – gathered in Porto, Portugal, for an intensive workshop hosted at the Catholic University of Portugal. This event, part of Task T5.5, brought together representatives from Armenian higher education institutions, EU partner universities and national policy stakeholders to discuss the results of pilot Master’s programmes and further align the project with the new national reforms in Armenia.
A central focus of the workshop was the support that European Union universities provide to Armenian institutions in their efforts to modernize study programmes in line with EU higher education standards. Throughout the week, Armenian universities presented the outcomes of their pilot MA programmes and reprofiled courses, while EU experts offered guidance on curriculum enhancement, recognition procedures and long-term programme sustainability.
Mykolas Romeris University was represented by Prof. Dr. Asta Vasiliauskaitė and Prof. Dr. Irmantas Rotomskis, who actively contributed to discussions on curriculum modernization, legal frameworks, international cooperation and quality assurance.
One of the key topics discussed was the legal base for developing and recognising joint, double and multiple Master’s degree programmes. EU partner universities (MRU, UCP, UJ and IHU) presented their national and institutional regulations, sharing best practices in programme development, student admission processes and study promotion strategies. These insights are essential for Armenian institutions aiming to implement double and joint MA degrees that are fully compatible with EU norms and legally valid within Armenia’s evolving legislative framework.
Further sessions addressed the implications of Armenia’s new Law on Higher Education and Science, including the adaptation of WP3 deliverables—such as joint degree regulations, credit transfer and recognition procedures, templates and toolkits—to ensure compliance with the updated national requirements. Group discussions focused on three thematic clusters:
- Double MA in Green Economy and Management
- Double MA in Sustainable Cities
- Multiple/Double MA in Blockchain and Digital Currencies
These thematic discussions highlighted the importance of curriculum structure, programme alignment, and the development of legally viable inter-institutional agreements.
The T-GREEN project remains a vital initiative for enhancing the quality, relevance and international compatibility of graduate education in Armenia. Through close cooperation between EU and Armenian partners, the project supports systemic transformation, strengthens academic capacity and paves the way for modern double and joint Master’s degree opportunities aligned with European standards.
