The Tuning Project aims to identify points of convergence in education systems across Europe. By tuning education systems in this way, and locating simple, common reference points amongst them, the goal is to make recognition of qualifications easier. These reference points relate to general competences, such as communication or leadership skills, and the subject-specific competences a student will have acquired from their particular course of study.

The Tuning project addresses several of the Bologna action lines and notably the adoption of a system of easily readable and comparable degrees, the adoption of a system based on two cycles and the establishment of a system of credits.

The project is funded by the European Commission and is driven by the participating institutions from across the continent. The third phase of the Tuning Project ended in October 2006 and more details on all phases are available on the Tuning Project website.