Among the Top Ranked in the World. International Cooperation. Education

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1 Among the Top Ranked in the World Since 2013 the University of Belgrade holds a place between 301 to 400 on the prestigious global rank list of the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU), aka Shanghai Ranking. This puts it among five best ranked university from the East and South-East Europe. Within two specific scientific fields, Mathematics and Physics, the University is ranked between 151 to 200 universities. All study programs have been harmonized with the principles of the Bologna Declaration, with the aim to make the University of Belgrade a part of the Common European Education Area with an emphasis on mobility of students and teaching staff. Education Studies conducted at the faculties of the University have been adapted to the principles of the Bologna Declaration. The University of Belgrade offers academic and professional studies. Academic studies are divided into the following levels: undergraduate academic studies (lasting three to four years, granting 180 to 240 ECTS upon their successful completion), master academic studies (lasting from one to two years and granting, upon their completion, 60 to 120 ECTS), specialized academic studies (lasting at least one year and granting, upon their completion, at least 60 ECTS) and International Cooperation As an institution committed to national and international cooperation, the University of Belgrade maintains a wide variety of relations with cultural, scientific, and higher education institutions around the globe, promoting academic and student mobility. This has been an everlasting commitment of the University of Belgrade. What so clearly supports this aim are the signed bilateral agreements of cooperation with more than 200 foreign universities and other higher education institutions, membership in the European Universities Association (EUA), Network of Universities from the Capitals of Europe (UNICA), the Balkan Universities Network, the Danube Rectors Conference (DRC), Black Sea University Network (BSUN), the Network of Universities and Research Centers of the Adriatic-Ionian Region (UNIADRION), the Agency of the Francophonic Universities (AUF), DAAD, the Educational Committee of the Council of Europe, UNESCO and other organizations that contribute to the development of education, science and culture. doctoral academic studies (lasting three years and granting 180 ECTS upon their successful completion). The academic study programs in medical sciences are designed as Integrated Undergraduate and Master Studies, lasting 5 or 6 years in total, depending on the program, and granting 300 ECTS or 360 ECTS, respectively. Professional studies are divided into the following levels: undergraduate professional studies (lasting three years and granting 180 ECTS upon their successful completion) and specialized professional studies (lasting at least one year and granting at least 60 ECTS).

2 Belgrade Contact us University of Belgrade Studentski trg Belgrade Republic of Serbia T: F: kabinet@rect.bg.ac.rs

3 Nurturing Tradition Committed to the Future

4 About the University of Belgrade A Short History Studying at the University of Belgrade offers an incredibly rewarding experience. Since its founding, the University of Belgrade has witnessed many turbulent historical events and changes, each time contributing significantly to the further development of the country and society. In Serbia, it stands out as the university that trains the highest number of professionals in a wide variety of fields of study, while its international success continuously strengthens its position of the leading higher education institution in the region. What makes it competitive is its prompt and continuous adjustment to the challenges of modern times, combined with all the good experience from its long tradition established on the values and ideas of the Enlightenment. The founding father of the University of Belgrade was one of the leading regional intellectuals and philosophers of the time - Dositej Obradović. He founded the Velika Škola (Great School) in 1808, which grew into the University of Belgrade the most important academic institution of the Kingdom of Yugoslavia, also well recognized throughout Europe. During WWII the University was closed, while its students and professors left a significant mark in the Yugoslav struggle against fascism. After the war the University saw rapid expansion in students and departments, growing into one of the largest universities in the Balkans. The University s main building was the mansion of one of the wealthiest Serbs of the time, Captain Miša Anastasijević, who gave it as a gift to his motherland. The building was built in 1863 and declared a Monument of Culture of Exceptional Importance in To this day it stands for one of the most beautiful buildings in Belgrade. Research With a long tradition as a research university, the University of Belgrade has been the main contributor and driver of economic growth and social development of the Republic of Serbia. Professors, researchers and associates of the University of Belgrade make the largest part of the research potential of Serbia. They are involved in a wide area of basic, applied and interdisciplinary research supported by national, bilateral, regional and EU funds. The attractive research environment at 31 faculties and 11 research institutes is a strong basis for doctoral studies, yielding over 300 PhD theses a year. Excellence in research has made the University of Belgrade one of the top universities in South-Eastern and Eastern Europe.

5 a Glance The faculties are organized into 4 groups: Social Sciences and Humanities, Medical Sciences, Sciences and Mathematics, and Engeenering and Technology. 31 faculties 11 research institutes the university library 11 university centers 315 study programs students Student life The official language in the Republic of Serbia is Serbian. Special courses of Serbian are offered by the Center for Serbian as a Foreign Language at the Faculty of Philology, as well as an on-line programs for distance learning. A number of faculties offer programs in English. More information about the programs offered in English can be found on the websites of the corresponding faculties. Students of the University of Belgrade have at their disposal 10,340 places in 11 student dormitories around the city s urban neighborhoods, as well as numerous student restaurants, medical facilities and cultural centers. A number of the University buildings date back from the 19th century. They are scattered around the most beautiful parts of Belgrade and they surely make an important part of the city s architecture and its cultural heritage. Former sites include the Museum of Vuk and Dositej and the Princess Ljubica s Residence, both sites recognized as Belgrade s topmost historic buildings. The City of Belgrade is the largest city in the region and the capital of Serbia with approximately 1.6 million inhabitants. It is situated on the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers. Its museums, theaters, concert halls, parks, coffee shops and famous nightlife offer a wide variety of entertainment. Belgrade hosts many annual cultural events, including the Film Festival, Theatre Festival, Summer Festival, Music Festival, Book Festival and the Beer Fest. Monthly averages range from 0.4 o C (34.5 o F) in January to 23.0 o C (73.4 o F) in July.

6 Social Sciences and Humanities Faculty of Economics Prof. Dr. Branislav Boričić Faculty of Law Prof. Dr. Sima Avramović Faculty of Orthodox Theology Prof. Dr. Predrag Puzović Teachers Training Faculty Prof. Dr. Mile Savić Faculty of Security Prof. Dr. Radomir Milašinović Faculty of Special Education and Rehabilitation Prof. Dr. Jasmina Kovačević Faculty of Political Science Prof. Dr. Ilija Vujačić Faculty of Sport and Physical Education Prof. Dr. Vladimir Koprivica Faculty of Philosophy Prof. Dr. Miloš Arsenijević Faculty of Philology Prof. Dr. Aleksandra Vraneš Sciences and Mathematics Faculty of Biology Prof. Dr. Jelena Knežević-Vukčević Faculty of Geography Prof. Dr. Dejan Filipović Faculty of Mathematics Prof. Dr. Miodrag Mateljević Faculty for Physical Chemistry Prof. Dr. Šćepan Miljanić Faculty of Physics Prof. Dr. Jablan Dojčilović Faculty of Chemistry Prof. Dr. Branimir Jovančićević Medical Sciences School of Medicine Prof. Dr. Nebojša Lalić Faculty of Dental Medicine Prof. Dr. Miroslav Vukadinović Faculty of Veterinary Medicine Prof. Dr. Vlado Teodorović Faculty of Pharmacy Prof. Dr. Zorica Vujić Engineering and Technology Faculty of Architecture Prof. Dr. Vladan Đokić Faculty of Civil Engineering Prof. Dr. Dušan Najdanović School of Electrical Engineering Prof. Dr. Branko Kovačević Faculty of Mechanical Engineering Prof. Dr. Milorad Milovančević Faculty of Agriculture Prof. Dr. Milica Petrović Faculty of Mining and Geology Prof. Dr. Ivan Obradović Faculty of Transport and Traffic Engineering Prof. Dr. Branimir Stanić Technical Faculty in Bor Prof. Dr. Milan Antonijević Faculty of Technology and Metallurgy Prof. Dr. Đorđe Janaćković Faculty of Organizational Sciences Prof. Dr. Milan Martić Faculty of Forestry Prof. Dr. Milan Medarević

7 Institutes Institute of Electrical Engineering Nikola Tesla Dr. Dragan Kovačević Institute for Biological Research Siniša Stanković Dr. Pavle Pavlović Institute for Medical Research Dr. Gordana Jovčić Institute of Molecular Genetics and Genetic Engineering Prof. Dr. Jelena Begović Institute of Nuclear Sciences Vinča Dr. Borislav Grubor Institute for the Application of Nuclear Energy Dr. Ljiljana Vićovac-Panić Institute of Physics Dr. Aleksandar Bogojević Institute of Philosophy and Social Theory Dr. Petar Bojanić Institute of Chemistry, Technology and Metallurgy Prof. Dr. Jasmina Stevanović Institute Mihajlo Pupin Dr. Sanja Vranješ Institute for Multidisciplinary Research Dr. Sonja Veljović Jovanović Library Centers Information Center Computer Center The Joint Japan-Serbia Center for the Promotion of Science and Technology Center for Career Development Center for Technology Transfer Center for Strategic Management Center for Students with Disabilities Center for Quality Assurance Center for Lifelong Learning Center for E-learning and Distance Education Sports Center University Library Svetozar Marković

8 Administration & Governance Prof. Dr. Vladimir Bumbaširević Rector Prof. Dr. Nada Kovačević Vice-Rector for Education Prof. Dr. Ivanka Popović Vice-Rector for RESEARCH Prof. Dr. Miodrag Popović Vice-Rector for Finances and Organization Prof. Dr. Dalibor Soldatić Vice-Rector for International Relations Prof. Dr. Živoslav Tešić president of THE COUNCIL Mrs. Slavica Kapetanović Secretary General