Higher Education in Albania

University Of New York Tirana

The University of New York in Tirana (UNYT), Albania is a fascinating blend of challenge and vision, in response to the needs of a global society and era. Currently, UNYT offers a selection of dual Bachelor, Master, and Doctoral degrees in collaboration with prestigious American and European universities. UNYT cooperates with the State University of New York, Empire State College to offer accredited 4-year Bachelor's degree programs taught entirely in English. Students can earn an American-accredited Bachelor's degree from the State University of New York, Empire State College while studying at UNYT.

51 to 200 staff

European University Of Tirana

European University of Tirana The EUT ultimate aim is that after three years of studies at a university level, to provide an individual with a diploma which shares three basic characteristics in the respective domain: a. strong opinions, b. to be able to argument over these opinions, c. to be able to provide information concerning the arguments on which the student bases his/her opinions. The EUT philosophy for having such product coming out of its auditorium can be summarized into a single concept, the analytical approach. In essence the analytical approach aims to train the students in analyzing phenomena, events, concepts, laws or certain policies. This way the university level of studies manages to prepare the students to better and faster adapt themselves to the labor market. At the same time, it provides them with the opportunities for advanced studies at the master’s degree, through easy to transfer knowledge into similar disciplines. The specialist as well as the citizen, this is the EUT mission Vision To be a leading university in the development of knowledge in the Albanian society; a center of excellence in the academic formation of our students; of expertise in the social, political, legal and economic studies in the country, with a wider impact in region and beyond; as well as a center of excellence in scientific research according to the areas of expertise within the university. Mission To provide students with quality education, informed by the results of scientific research; to serve the Albanian society through knowledge creation and dissemination, teaching processes, creativity and adoption of the best scientific, as well as through the development of interrelations with the labor market and international partnerships. Values Quality and Excellence; Leadership and Group Work; Freedom of intellectual exploration, Fairness and Integrity, Transparency and Responsibility, Lifelong learning.

201 to 500 staff

Canadian Institute Of Technology - Cit

Canadian Institute of Technology (CIT) also known in Albanian as “Instituti Kanadez i Teknologjisë” (“IKT”) is a leading research and educational institution. CIT’s teaching programs are conducted entirely in English and on par with the North American and European standards of higher education. Our qualified domestic and international academic staff possess previous teaching experience in a number of universities abroad as well as real-world experience in the development and implementation of business and technology. CIT offers both Bachelor's and Master's Degree Programs taught based on the Bologna System (3+2) years. It is organized into two faculties: • Economy Faculty - Bachelor Programs: Business Administration, Finance and Accounting, Business Administration and IT - Master Programs: Business Administration, Business Information Technology, Digital Marketing, Finance, and Accounting with Accounting and Auditing Profile. • Engineering Faculty - Bachelor Programs: Software Engineering, Computer Engineering and IT, Telecommunication Engineering, Robotics and Mechatronics Engineering, Electronics Engineering- Master Programs: Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, and IT with a profile in Network and Cyber Security, Multimedia-Design, Computer Engineering, and Big Data. CIT is dedicated to developing students with practical skills and a mindset that leads to critical and analytical thinking oriented towards problem-solving, and a set of values and ethics, to support creativity, innovation, and leadership that shape their lives, careers, and society at large. Through the implementation of well-prepared curricula, teaching and research activities, and newly developed programs, seeks to promote a healthy spirit of competition and improvement within the Albanian education system.

51 to 200 staff

Universiteti Metropolitan Tirana

The private University "University Metropolitan Tirana" is financed by a group of investors in the field of engineering, architecture, technology and economics, which are founders of the Group "Future University of Tirana"(FUT GROUP), with a mission to contribute in the education, research, innovation and development of new talents in the field of Albanian business.

51 to 200 staff

Albanian University

Elite in higher education!

201 to 500 staff

Albanian University - Universitas Fabrefacta Optime

Initially known as Universitas Fabrefacta Optime (UFO), the Albanian University initiated its first academic year in 2004-2005, with the first course of studies at the Department of Dentistry, with about 100 students. Since the first year of its inception, the University placed in the center of academic life, the promotion of the intellectual product and scientific research, all of this finalized with the First Conference of Dentistry “UFO Dental”, which opened the way to a tradition now already consolidated. A year later, the University started offering undergraduate majors in other branches such as, Pharmacy, Architecture, Legal and Political Sciences. Approximately 600 undergraduate students attended during this academic year. Contemporary study programs, a long-experienced academic and professional staff, as well as modern infrastructure are some of the elements on which the University still relies today. At present, the University counts several consolidated academic programs: 8 Specializations in Dentistry, 16 Bachelors, 3 II-level integrated programs 13 Professional Masters, 20 Master of Science (MSc.) 8 Doctorate (PhD.) The academic infrastructure is well expanded through the cities of Tirana, Durres, Berat and Fier. It counts a total number of about Students and 400 lecturers and professors, representing a pioneer in the higher education infrastructure in Albania. Since its first days the school thrives in the development of knowledge and academic excellence through the faculties in the Medical Sciences, Architecture & Engineering as well as the Social Sciences School. All of these entities have designed a specific strategic plan in order to bring its course curriculum closer to the European orientation, especially where political, economic and social factor intertwine.

501 to 1000 staff

Mediterranean University Of Albania

The Mediterranean University of Albania is an accredited private Higher Education Institution established in 2009. Our university comprises the Faculty of Economic Sciences, Faculty of Informatics, and Faculty of Law and Social Sciences, and beginning in the fall semester of 2023 we will introduce our Faculty of Medical Sciences. Each faculty offers a variety of more specified profiles (such as banking and finance, information engineering, international relations, etc), allowing students to select their desired vocation and excel in their preferred field. Located in the heart of Tirana, MUA’s central location gives students countless opportunities to work with neighboring companies and organizations, both public and private. Our mission at MUA is to prepare leaders capable of providing solutions for the current and future challenges facing the country and region. In accordance with the Bologna Process and by using the high standards found in Western European education, MUA strives to envelope students into the processes of research, entrepreneurship, and innovation. Our renowned staff provides students with all the tools necessary to graduate and successfully integrate into society. MUA’s range of ERASMUS+ partnerships allow students to study abroad and experience a new culture, get insight into diverse ideas and insights, and become more developed global citizens. Through our philosophy of building a community for learning, where every member is valued, respected, and trusted, our graduates have continued to exceed our high expectations.

51 to 200 staff

Faculty Of Foreign Languages

The Faculty of Foreign Languages aims to: • prepare students for teaching, communication in different world languages and cultures, make them aware members of a global society; • enhance the students' communication skills through challenging programmes, innovative methods of teaching and support of the curricular process, and learning through modern technology; • create and develop an academic environment that promotes understanding and intercultural interaction in society, as well as linguistic, academic and cultural exchanges; • develop its international dimension to become a mediator between the national and international culture; • provide services like teaching, translation, training and expertise in the area of foreign languages; • promote the academic cooperation with counterparts and cooperation with government institutions, professional organizations, and local communities for the interaction in society and promotion of linguistic, academic and cultural exchanges.

51 to 200 staff

Universiteti Metropolitan Tirana

The private University "Metropolitan Tirana University" is financed by a group of investors in the field of engineering, architecture, technology and economics, which are founders of the Group "Future University of Tirana"(FUT GROUP), with a mission to contribute in the education, research, innovation and development of new talents in the field of Albanian business.

51 to 200 staff

Ascal - Albanian Quality Assurance Agency For Higher Education

11 to 50 staff

Abcd Project Deeptech

The ABCD consortium is a network of universities and incubators that supports Higher Education Institutions in becoming more entrepreneurial and innovative in the field of deep tech. The consortium works with partners from the Western Balkan and other regions to create effective collaboration, inter- and multi-disciplinary support structures, deep tech start-up readiness, and links with the local innovation ecosystem. The consortium engages with stakeholders, builds capacities, and disseminates deep tech research and results to foster entrepreneurial and innovative transformations in Higher Education Institutions and advance deep tech in their regional context.

501 to 1000 staff

Kolegji Universitar Logos

Kolegji Universitar “LOGOS” është institucion akademik privat jo fitim prurës, i akredituar dhe përmes strukturës së tij organizative ofron programe studimi të akredituara në ciklin e parë dhe të dytë të studimeve. Programet e tij janë në përputhje me nevojat e shoqërisë dhe synojnë dije, risi, kërkim shkencor, ushtrime praktike, punësim në tregun e punës, nxitje të vlerave njerëzore dhe kulturës.

201 to 500 staff

1future

The 1Future project builds up on the needs and the ambition to lead climate action in HEIs in the Balkan Region. Within the project, HEIs will serve as the gear that connects different stakeholders for building climate resilient communities in third countries not associated to EU in the Balkan Region. The short-term impact of the project involve the implementation of tangible measures in each WBC HEI during its duration. Staff and students will witness the materialization of project goals when modernized courses and the new Hubs will be established within WBC HEIs. Revised courses and the short intensive courses implemented in each HEI will serve to raise awareness within HEI communities on climate and sustainability issues. Economic and social development are widely affected by the impacts of climate change. It is of critical importance that higher education system contribute to building capacities and interdisciplinary knowledge for a sustainable and resilient society, able to build back better our vulnerable economies. Investors, insurers, businesses, cities and citizens across the EU and the Balkans should be able to access data and to develop instruments to integrate climate change into their risk management practices. This project is relevant to the objectives and activities of the CBHE action within the Erasmus+ Program. It is based on identified needs analysis performed in each of the target countries of Region 1 and of the target groups and final beneficiaries. The wider aim and the specific objectives of the project are in line with “Green Deal” EU overarching priority, as a project that supports action within higher education systems for creating climate resilient communities. This project is funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or EACEA. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.”

11 to 50 staff

Esa Games

ESA GAMES is a higher education company based out of Carpentras, France.

1 to 10 staff

Shkolla E Filmit Dhe Multimedias Marubi

Akademia e Filmit dhe Multimedias Marubi is a higher education institution based in Tirana, Albania. Since 2004, 80 graduated students.

1 to 10 staff

Polis University

U_POLIS është një platformë arsimore rajonale në territorin e Ballkanit Perëndimor dhe Mesdheun Lindor, që synon krijimin e një gjenerate të re profesionistësh dhe shkencëtarësh me “përgjegjësi sociale”. U_POLIS ofron një “gamë të fokusuar studimesh në Art-Dizajn, Arkitekturë, Planifikim Urban, Studime Mjedisore Inxhinieri Ndërtimi dhe Shkenca Kompjuterike. Shkollë Profesionale në Eficience Energjitike dhe Mirëmbajtje Rrjetesh Kopjuterike, Administrim Biznesi, Sipërmarrje Private dhe Lidership etj. Në U_POLIS ofrohen studime profesionale 2-vjeçare, Bachelor, Master Profesional, Shkencor, si dhe programe Doktorature, kurse pas-universitare etj. UPOLIS është një IAL privat i Licensuar me Vendim të Këshillit të Ministrave në 2006. Akredituar me Urdhër të Ministrisë Arsimit dhe Shkencës institucionalisht, në 2009, Akreditim Periodik Institucional me QAA, në 2017,po ashtu dhe akreditim periodik maskimal në të gjitha programet që ofron. Fiton statusin «Universitet » me Vendim të Këshillit të Ministrave VKM Nr.746, datë. Vlerësuar nga QAA në 2017, si “Best Pratice University”. Aktualisht U_POLIS gëzon 3 akreditime ndërkombëtare.PROGRAMET AKADEMIKE: 1. PROGRAME UNIVERSITARE- MSc. i Integruar: Arkitekturë dhe Dizajn Urban - BSc. Art & Dizajn - BSc. Inxhinieri Ndërtimi - MSc. i Integruar: Planifikim dhe Menaxhim Urban - BSc. Studime Mjedisore - BSc. Shkenca Kompjuterike 2. SHKOLLË PROFESIONALE - Profili: Efiçencë Energjitike - Profili: Mirëmbajtje Rrjete Kompjuterike 3. MASTER SHKENCOR - MSc. në Dizajn të Aplikuar - MSc. në Menaxhim Mjedisor Urban - MSc. në Administrim Biznesi - MSc. në Inxhinieri Ndërtimi - Profilet: Strukturë dhe Gjeoteknikë - MSc. në Shkenca Kompjuterike 4. MASTER PROFESIONAL: a. Master Profesional i Avancuar në Arkitekturë Dixhitale b. Master Profesional në Planifikim Territori dhe GIS 5. MASTER EKZEKUTIV NË: “Restaurim, Konservim dhe Valorizim të Trashëgimisë Kulturore” 6. DOKTORATË NË FUSHËN E: Arkitekturës dhe Planifikimit Urban

51 to 200 staff

Western Balkans University

Western Balkans University (WBU) is a higher education institution in Tirana, with a fully English education and a special focus on Medicine, Medical Sciences, Technology, Economy and Innovation.

501 to 1000 staff

Epoka University

MISSION Raising well-prepared, productive and competent individuals with a research-oriented spirit, who possess professional ethics and sensitiveness to the country’s and world’s realities, in order to serve to fundamental human values; contribute to the improvement of the quality life of humanity based on universal and regional needs. VISION To be a leading university in our country in the areas of education, research and development as well as service to society. CORE VALUES To believe in the universality of education and research, To obey to universal legal principles and rules, To be respectful and tolerant towards different religions, languages, genders, nationalities, colors, and differences in opinion No compromise with regard to the preservation of justice and integrity, To keep institutional identity in the forefront, To adopt a participatory, transparent, decision-oriented, sensitive, rapid and effective governance, To continuously interact with the community, to become a pioneer and a model of learning and research at the local and international level, To become a student-focused institution in all procedures, To give importance to the harmony, liaison and satisfaction of its personnel, To be open to innovation, To pursuit excellence, To value time, To create a safe and sustainable environment in the premises, To conduct original research

51 to 200 staff

Fakulteti Ekonomik, Unishk

For almost a decade, an affiliated subdivision of the Faculty of Economy of the University of Tirana was integrated at the High Pedagogical Institute of Shkodra. It was on the 28th of May, 1991, that the then High Pedagogical Institute became the University of Shkodra and was named “Luigj Gurakuqi” after an honourable leading figure of the Albanian history who was born in Shkodra. In 1993 the Faculty of Economy began life and offered solely the business-administration study program, as part of the single Business-Administration department. Formerly, this department operated as an academic unit under the Faculty of Natural Sciences of the University of Shkodra. On the 13th of May, 1996, the Council of Ministers’ Decree No. 332 accorded to the Faculty of Economy the status of the independent Faculty within the University of Shkodra. In the Ministry of Arts and Sciences approved the creation of the Finance and Accounting Department. One year later the Department of Marketing and Tourism was also created. It was the newly created Tourism academic program to implement the Bologna Declaration on 2005 for the first time in the history of the Faculty of Economy and this was achieved with the support of the German Rectors Conference. In 2008 all three departments of the Faculty of Economy launched their Bachelor Degree studies according the three-year Bologna Declaration’s system. In 2009 the Faculty of Economy launched the Master of Sciences Degree in Stable Tourism academic programme. Two years later, the Master of Sciences Degree in Business-Administration, Finance and Accounting programmes were also launched. In 2012 three more Professional Master Degree specialisations in Cultural Heritage and Tourism Management, Business-Administration, and Banking Finance were added to the academic programs offered by the Faculty of Economy.

11 to 50 staff

Universiteti Barleti

The Mission of UniBa. is to prepare high-level students, innovative professionals, creators and entrepreneurs, capable of challenges of the present and the future, as well as committed citizens of a world of ever-changing and ever-evolving. The Vision of UniBa is the creation of an institution of quality higher education, which offers true values of professionalism and citizenship, combining education with the spirit of entrepreneurship and realizes it through the natural combination of online services with direct ones in its environments. Within its vision UniBa aims to become an innovative and leading institution, digital, applied and practical, interactive and community, labor market oriented, placing the student at the center and developing regional and international collaborations. Strategy of UniBa As part of its new 2020-2030 strategy, UniBa, in order to fulfill its mission and realize its vision, carries out its activity based on 5 main pillars: 1. Academic Pillar - focused on academic activities through the combination of educational services, online and Face-to-Face 2. Student Pillar - focused on student and community activities 3. Applied Research and Innovation Pillar - focused on scientific and applied research activities, innovation and projects in various fields such as justice, government, economics, trade, industry, technology, informatics, energy, etc. Corporate and Administrative Pillar - focused on activities of an administrative nature. Entrepreneurial Pillar - focused on the activities of enterprises set up by the institution, in order to fulfill its mission.

51 to 200 staff

Universiteti Qiriazi

Kolegji Universitar “Qiriazi”, me një histori suksesi 18-vjeçare, është një nga institucionet e para jopublike të arsimit të lartë në Shqipëri, është themeluar në vitin 2006, duke lartësuar emrin dhe veprën e tre ikonave të arsimit kombëtar shqiptar: Motrave Qiriazi dhe Kristo Dakos, të cilët pikërisht në godinën e këtij Institucioni me 1922 çelen Institutin Femëror Kyrias, një “fole kombëtare” e kohës, me kontribute të jashtëzakonshme për arsimin në Shqipëri. Kjo është edhe arsyeja e vetme dhe unike që emblema e këtij Kolegji, për sot dhe në të ardhmen do të vazhdojë të jetë historia e ndritur e këtyre tre figurave të shquara dhe të spikatura kombëtare. Detyra jonë dhe e stafit akademik është të mbështetemi në modelet më të mira universitare bashkëkohore, duke harmonizuar modelet më të mira përendimore me kërkesat e përditësuara të të rinjëve tanë, me realitetin shqiptar. Synimet tona janë për standarde të larta me objektivin e afërt që, krahas degëve ekzistuese, t’i bashkëngjisin Kolegjit Univiersitar një kolegj professional të lartë si njësi tjetër kryesore e Tij. Misioni ynë do të jetë në përputhje me misionin e përgjithshëm të arsimit të lartë në Shqipëri dhe kërkesave të ligjit bazë, cilësisë së mësimdhënies, kërkimit shkencor dhe shërbimeve që u ofrohen studentëve, për të përgatitur specialistë të lartë në fushën e ekonomisë dhe jurisprudencës – “lider të mendimit dhe të veprimit”, për t’u përshtatur me nivelin e kërkesave të kohës. Në Kolegjin Universitar “Qiriazi” në qendër të vëmendjes do të jetë studenti. Në këtë kuadër, vlerat që ofron Kolegji udhëheqin tërë veprimtarinë e Tij, duke theksuar si vlera themelore, për sot dhe në të ardhmen, integritetin, cilësinë e stafit akademik, respektin reciprok, përgjegjshmërinë institucionale së bashku me përgjegjësinë shoqërore dhe transparencën në mirëqeverisje.

51 to 200 staff

University Of Medicine, Tirana

The University of Medicine, Tirana (UMT) is a new path to public excellence in the studies of medical sciences in Albania. The University of Medicine, Tirana was founded on January 23, 2013, and is a leading university divided into 5 Faculties and 17 Departments, all of which undertake significant contributions in teaching and research. The quality of our teaching and the impact of our research are the milestones of our success. The degree courses at the University of Medicine, Tirana are designed to produce highly qualified professionals, with experience of medical research and specialisation, who will play key roles in the public needs of primary care in the Republic of Albania. UMT is composed of 300 full-time academics, 70 administration staff and 8,338 students. The University offers study programs in: General Medicine, Pharmacy, Dentistry, Public Health, General Nursery, Baby Nursery, Physiotherapy, Laboratory Technician, Logopedy, Radiology, Geriatric studies. The programs of study are divided in three levels of study: Undergraduate: 7 programs of Bachelor degree, Graduate 3 programs of Integrated Master of Sciences, 8 programs of Master of Sciences, 8 programs of Master of Professional studies, Postgraduate 36 programs of Medical Specialisation, 18 programs of Doctoral studies. UMT vision is to be a centre of excellence in the medical sciences in Albania, Balkan Region and European Union. For this reason UMT is fully committed in (i) education, teaching the today’s best practice in medicine and health science;(ii) research, producing innovative knowledge in basic and clinical science through biomedical, behavioural and health services patient care, providing human and skilled professionals of healthcare;(iv) advancement, creating local, national, regional and global collaborations in education, healthcare and research for the furtherance of human health.

201 to 500 staff

Fakulteti I Biznesit - Uamd

Programet që Fakulteti i Biznesit ofron janë: 8 (tetë) programe studimi me kohë të plotë në Ciklin e Parë të Studimeve: Menaxhim Hotel-Restorant, Menaxhim Turizëm Kulturor, Menaxhim Turizëm Arkeologjik, Shkenca Ekonomike, Bankë-Financë, Administrim Biznesi, Menaxhim-Marketing, Financë-Kontabilitet. 2 (dy) programe studimi me kohë të pjesshme në Ciklin e Parë të Studimeve: Administrim Biznes dhe Financë Kontabilitet. 5 (pesë) programe studimi në Në Ciklin e Dytë, Master i Shkencave: Menaxhim Biznesi, Marketing, Ekonomi-Biznesi, Financë-Bankë, Industria e Sigurimit dhe Drejtimi i Rrezikut. 6 (gjashtë) programe studimi në Ciklin e Dytë, Master Profesional: Menaxhim Biznesi, Marketing, Drejtimi i SME-ve, Financë-Bankë, Sigurim jete, jo-jete dhe Sigurimet Detare, Menaxhim i Trashëgimisë Kulturore të Adriatikut. 4 (katër) programe studimi në Ciklin e Tretë, Doktoraturë: Administrim Publik, Bankë-Financë, Shkenca Ekonomike dhe Marketing.

51 to 200 staff

School Of Informatics

Teknik Informatik, Inxhinjer Rrjeti, Sistemist, Administrator, Internet i sendeve (internet of things), programator Java, C, C++. Linux, CCNA R&S, CCNA SECURITY, IT international technology, Windows Server, Linux Server.

1 to 10 staff