IRO OVERVIEW

Rectorate entrance
Built in 1914, the Palace of Justice today hosts the Rectorate and the Faculty of Law of the University of Sarajevo.

Na Univerzitetu u Sarajevu vjerujemo da internacionalizacija nije samo administracija – ona su ljudi, ideje i iskustva koja prelaze granice. Služba za međunarodnu saradnju (International Relations Office – IRO) vaša je ulaznica u svijet međunarodnih prilika: od Erasmus+ mobilnosti i međunarodnih projekata do uspostavljanja novih partnerstava i podrške studentima. Povezujemo Univerzitet u Sarajevu s univerzitetima širom Evrope i svijeta, pretvarajući međunarodne prilike u stvarna iskustva.

At the University of Sarajevo, we believe that internationalisation isn’t just paperwork – it’s people, ideas, and experiences that travel! The International Relations Office (IRO) is your gateway to the world of opportunities: from Erasmus+ exchanges and international projects, to new partnerships and student support. We connect UNSA with universities across Europe and beyond — turning international dreams into real experiences.

FUN FACTS ABOUT OUR IRO

Govorimo više od 10 jezika (a možemo vas naučiti kako reći „zdravo“ na najmanje 20!). We speak more than 10 languages (and can help you say “hello” in at least 20!)

Mjesečno pošaljemo i primimo oko 5.000 e-mailova – i još uvijek to radimo s osmijehom. 😊 We send and receive around 5,000 emails a month — and still smile about it.

Naša omiljena tradicija? IRO selfie s Erasmus studentima i osobljem u svakoj prilici! 📸 Our favourite tradition: IRO selfies with Erasmus students and staff at every ocassion!

Kafa je naše službeno gorivo – svaka projektna ideja počinje uz šoljicu kafe. Coffee is our official fuel — every project idea starts with a cup.

Univerzitet u Sarajevu, smješten na raskršću jugoistočne i srednje Evrope, posvećen je izgradnji snažne međunarodne saradnje u oblastima obrazovanja, naučnoistraživačkog rada i inovacija. Smješten u Sarajevu – gradu poznatom po bogatom historijskom naslijeđu, kulturnoj raznolikosti i dugoj tradiciji suživota – Univerzitet pruža jedinstveno akademsko i društveno okruženje koje podstiče međunarodnu saradnju, razmjenu znanja i razvoj zajedničkih inicijativa.

The University of Sarajevo, located at the crossroads of Southeast and Central Europe, is committed to building strong international cooperation in the fields of education, research, and innovation. Situated in Sarajevo—a city renowned for its rich historical heritage, cultural diversity, and long tradition of coexistence—the University offers a unique academic and social environment for international collaboration.

staff week participant
A Staff Week participant marking their location as part of the programme activities.

Kroz aktivnu saradnju s univerzitetima, naučnoistraživačkim institucijama i međunarodnim mrežama širom svijeta, Univerzitet u Sarajevu stvara brojne mogućnosti za partnerstvo, razmjenu znanja i akademsku mobilnost. Međunarodna partnerstva imaju ključnu ulogu u jačanju međunarodne prepoznatljivosti Univerziteta, unapređenju kvaliteta nastave i naučnoistraživačkog rada te razvoju raznolikog, inkluzivnog i međunarodno orijentiranog akademskog okruženja na svim organizacionim jedinicama Univerziteta.

Through active engagement with universities, research institutions, and international networks worldwide, the University of Sarajevo creates meaningful opportunities for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and academic mobility. International partnerships play a key role in strengthening the University’s global presence, enhancing the quality of teaching and research, and fostering a diverse, inclusive, and internationally oriented academic environment across the University.

OVERVIEW

Oslanjajući se na mrežu od više od 500 sporazuma o saradnji i aktivno članstvo u uglednim međunarodnim organizacijama i univerzitetskim mrežama, Univerzitet u Sarajevu kontinuirano radi na proširenju mogućnosti za međunarodnu mobilnost. Naš cilj je osnažiti studente, nastavno i administrativno osoblje da razvijaju nova znanja i vještine, razmjenjuju iskustva te ostvaruju međunarodnu prepoznatljivost i akademski uspjeh.

Building on more than 500 cooperation agreements and active membership in prestigious international organizations, we aim to further expand mobility opportunities, empowering students and academic staff to develop skills, exchange knowledge, and achieve global recognition.

bilateral agreements map
rectorate picture
picture of sky

PERSPECTIVES FROM THE INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE

REPORTS AND INDICATORS

Svoje svakodnevne aktivnosti i ključne pokazatelje uspješnosti pratimo kroz Godišnje izvještaje o međunarodnoj saradnji, koji predstavljaju važan alat za praćenje realizacije strateških ciljeva Univerziteta. Istovremeno, kontinuiranim pružanjem stručne podrške, savjetovanja i kvalitetne organizacije mobilnosti za veliki broj dolaznih i odlaznih studenata te nastavnog i administrativnog osoblja, održavamo međunarodnu prepoznatljivost Univerziteta u Sarajevu i jačamo interes međunarodnih partnera za saradnju s našom institucijom.

We monitor our daily operations and performance indicators through our annual International Relations Reports, which support the implementation of our strategic goals and helps maintain international interest in our institution by providing continuous support, expertise, and high-quality hosting to a large number of incoming and outgoing students and staff.

OUR PROJECTS

erasmus countries
staff week picture
study expo
CBHE STINT logo
traditional bosnian dress
exhibition+ event
screenshot of scanajevo app
balkan connect logo
ESN logo
WBAA logo
buddy system
students welcome day