Each group started from this list of Generic Competences:
1. Ability to communicate in a second language
2. Capacity to learn and stay up-to-date with learning
3. Ability to communicate both orally and through the written word in first language
4. Ability to be critical and self-critical
5. Ability to plan and manage time
6. Ability to act on the basis of ethical reasoning
7. Capacity to generate new ideas (creativity)
8. Ability to search for, process and analyse information from a variety of sources
9. Ability to work autonomously
10. Ability to identify, pose and resolve problems
11. Ability to apply knowledge in practical situations
12. Ability to make reasoned decisions
13. Ability to undertake research at an appropriate level
14. Ability to work in a team
15. Knowledge and understanding of the subject area and understanding of the profession
16. Ability to motivate people and move toward common goals
17. Commitment to conservation of the environment
18. Ability to communicate key information from one’s discipline or field to non-experts
19. Ability for abstract and analytical thinking, and synthesis of ideas
20. Ability to interact constructively with others regardless of background and culture and respecting diversity
21. Ability to design and manage projects
22. Ability to interact with others in a constructive manner, even when dealing with difficult issues
23. Ability to show awareness of equal opportunities and gender issues
24. Commitment to health, well-being and safety
25. Ability to take the initiative and to foster the spirit of entrepreneurship and intellectual curiosity
26. Ability to evaluate and maintain the quality of work produced
27. Ability to use information and communications technologies
28. Commitment to tasks and responsibilities
29. Ability to adapt to and act in new situations and cope under pressure
30. Ability to act with social responsibility and civic awareness
31. Ability to work in an international context
