International University of Sarajevo (IUS) is a proud recipient of the Erasmus Charter for Higher Education (ECHE) Certificate for the period 2021-2027. In January 2023, IUS submitted the application. The European Commission has recognized IUS commitment to the Erasmus+ Programme and approved IUS Erasmus Policy Statement by awarding this prestigious Certificate. The Certificate is extremely important for student and staff mobility and participation in international cooperation projects.
International University of Sarajevo, in accordance with its strategic plan and its internationalization strategy, is committed to academic and administrative excellence, regional and global cooperation, internationalization, and continuous growth in terms of students, innovative programs, strategic partnerships, purposeful research, and commitment to the holistic approach to student development. IUS fosters creativity, communication, transparency, inclusion, and non-discrimination on its campus and beyond. In addition to maintaining a high level of education of professionals in their fields of expertise, IUS cherishes and nurtures the long-term cooperation with other universities achieved through various projects and programs.
IUS core values are closely aligned with the fundamental principles of the Erasmus+ programme. IUS is committed to strengthening its cooperation with other higher education institutions and upholding the fundamental principles of the Erasmus+ programme. It will continue to participate in international cooperation projects and focus on international cooperation, good practices, and innovation with other higher education institutions under Erasmus+ programme.
Therefore, IUS will continue to promote lifelong learning, research, modernization and innovation, recognition, and quality of mobilities. Lastly, IUS will strongly support new additions to the Erasmus+ programme that focus on inclusion, sustainability, civic engagement, and digitalization in its European cooperation activities. In their research projects, IUS faculty already tackle local and global matters and address various issues, including but not limited to education, global health concerns, environmental issues, human rights and inequalities, innovation, and entrepreneurship.