Deliverable 5.5 UNITA Expansion in Europe and beyond implemented

Context and Objectives
This document outlines the UNITA Internationalization strategic goals for the period 2025-2027/29. These guidelines aim to provide strategic guidance and outline the practical steps and resources needed for UNITA members to carry out their internationalization strategy.
Methodology
This work has been carried out by the UNITA participants in the Internationalization task team; a workshop was held in Pamplona to focus on the strategy development; dedicated teams have developed the different strategic objectives, and several interviews have been conducted with Geminae partners. There has been a close cooperation with the task team developing the Impact observatory to define impact, output and outcome indicators.

Results and Outcomes
The strategy is as an important catalyst for policy discussions and further reform to facilitate university cooperation across borders. The actions to be taken with Geminae partners and other alliances will lead to stronger relationships, increased collaboration, and higher success rates in joint projects. These efforts will improve the visibility of the alliance, enhance resource sharing, and promote sustainable mobility practices, with the aim of lowering the carbon footprint.
Impact and Applications

UNITA's internationalization initiative aims to strengthen transnational university cooperation, enhancing re- search, innovation, and sustainable development in higher education. A key focus is on expanding partnerships, including the Geminae network, to boost knowledge transfer, academic excellence, and global competitiveness. The initiative prioritizes the improvement of the student experience, through innovative pedagogical practices, fostering cultural integration, and promoting international collaboration. Additionally, it emphasizes sustainability and social responsibility, preparing students for global challenges while ensuringthe long-term impact of UNITA’s efforts.
Next Steps
The strategy consolidates and qualifies the international dimension of UNITA. In the following months, the concrete actions for the upcoming year will be designed. The strategy will be updated yearly, considering the information captured through the indicators and the valuation of the impact attained.
Keywords
Geminae network, internationalization, co-design, cooperation, mobility, sustainability