University of Mostar

About

The University of Mostar is the largest public university located in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina. The roots of the university go back to 1895 with the establishing of the Franciscan theological school . The university currently welcomes 12000 students and is formed by ten faculties, one academy and 1000 teachers. The university of Mostar is designing a new era to achieve recognized European standards in higher education and determine priorities and goals with its mission reflected on three basic features: Education, Scientific Research work and the Development of the community. 

Education is based on excellence, which through the teaching and research process focuses on students in undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate studies, preparing them to be highly professional, self-motivating and productive experts in both their existing and future activities.

Scientific-research work - based on excellence and integrated in the education process at all levels in order to train new generations of researchers capable of operating and accomplishing in the international research market.

Community development - due to educational, artistic and scientific research work, the University is the main agitator of the overall economic, cultural and social development both in the region in which it operates and at the national and international level; through its activities, the University promotes the preservation and promotion of the historical and cultural legacy of our community on regional, national and international level. 

Sustainability at University of Mostar

The University of Mostar demonstrates a strong and growing commitment to sustainability, aligning closely with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. It integrates the SDGs into its curricula and research portfolios, promotes socially and environmentally responsible leadership, and embeds sustainability into institutional strategy and governance. Campus culture emphasizes resource efficiency and innovation, while community engagement initiatives connect the university with societal challenges such as inequality, climate resilience, and responsible consumption. The university’s recognition in international rankings—for its SDG-based responses to global challenges and comprehensive performance across all 17 SDGs—underscores its dedication to education, research, and policy geared toward sustainable development.

More Information

Find out more about the University of Mostar Development Strategy 2018-2023 (in Croatian).