The DESTINY joint doctoral network (JDN) is an integral part of the European Bioeconomy Allliance's (EBU) education activities. The JDN DESTINY will train a new generation of researchers and practitioners through a multi-disciplinary curriculum, equipping 15 Doctoral Candidates with the knowledge they need to design and assess novel biomass production systems and bio-product value-chains. In this research programme at the interface between bioeconomy and sustainability science, these candidates will design sustainable bioeconomy systems for Europe, factoring in social, economic and governance aspects. DESTINY graduates will bridge a well-evidenced gap on the labour market for the bioeconomy and will secure jobs in the agricultural and forestry sectors, the bioeconomy industry, academia, consultancies and governments.