The ENHANCE-GSL Consortium is composed of 6 partners from 4 different countries (2 from Georgia, 2 from Sierra Leone, 1 from Croatia and 1 from Slovakia) and 5 associated partners from 3 different countries (2 from Georgia, 2 from Sierra Leone and 1 from Croatia).
The University of Georgia (UG) is an accredited higher educational institution located in the capital of Georgia, Tbilisi. Founded in 2004, it has become the biggest private university in Georgia that counts more than 7.000 graduates, 7500 students in which more than half are coming from 70 different countries. Being in the leading ranks of regional educational institutions, UG is dedicated to the personal growth of every student, so that not only do they graduate as expertly trained professionals, but are also prepared to take on the challenges of the real world.
It employes around 300 academic staff, 700 invited lecturers and 400 administrative personnel. There are 6 schools and 77 degree programs on bachelor, master and doctorate levels:
· School of Business and Administrative Studies
· School of Science and Technology
· School of Arts and Humanities
· School of Law
· School of Social Sciences
· School of Health Sciences
For more information you can visit the website https://ug.edu.ge/public/index.php
Sulkhan-Saba Orbeliani University is an authorized Higher Educational Institution, founded by Bishop Giuseppe Pasotto, the Apostolic Administrator of Latin Catholics in the Caucasus, in 2001 as the Institute of Philosophy, Theology, History and Culture. Starting with one faculty of theology, academic programs were gradually added, and today the University carries out educational activities with 10 undergraduate programs (Law, Public Administration, Business Administration, Business Administration in English, Tourism, Theology, International Relations, Political Science, Psychology, and English Philology), 5 graduate programs (Law, Business Administration, Public Administration, Theology, and Human Resource Management), and 3 Ph.D. programs (Law, Public Administration, and Theology) across 5 faculties (Law, Business and Technology, Theology, Social Sciences, and Medicine).
There are several research institutes and centers within the faculties, which organize the university's research activities. As a result, hundreds of studies have been conducted, and dozens of books, textbooks, and scientific journals have been published.
The university focuses on students' personal and professional growth by providing various opportunities, such as university-level internships, participation in legal clinics where they handle real cases, and conducting training sessions.
The university has approximately 1000 students, 51 administrative staff members and 202 academic staff and invited lecturers.
More information about Sulkhan-Saba Orbeliani University is available on the university's official website: www.sabauni.edu.ge
Matej Bel University is a public university which achieved university status in 2010 and is a member of the European University Association. It provides quality tertiary and further education in line with the development of science and practice needs and develops new knowledge through creative scientific and artistic research. Currently, Matej Bel University in Banska Bystrica (UMB), is the leading university in Central Slovakia.
It comprises 7 faculties:
Faculty of Economics
Faculty of Arts
Faculty of Natural Sciences
Faculty of Law, Faculty of Political Sciences and International Relations
Faculty of Education
Faculty of Sport and Health.
The University has almost 600 teachers, researchers, and around 6,000 students.
International cooperation has rapidly developed in recent years, mainly through numerous EU programs, including the Framework Programs of FP7, H2020 and Horizon Europe. Most research projects focus on multidisciplinary research, especially in socioeconomic sciences and humanities (sociocultural anthropology, sociology, economics, history, political sciences, education, psychology and social work) and natural sciences (mathematics, physics, chemistry and environmental sciences).
As the first Slovak institution, Matej Bel University was granted the ‘HR Excellence in Research’ award. UMB implements lifelong learning in various study programs and forms, from the UMB Children’s University to UMB’s Third Age University.
UMB creates opportunities which link learning and practice through innovative mentoring, volunteering, non-formal education and community work. It is the leader in Central Europe in the development of the service-learning. The university organised several seminars and conferences on volunteering, community engagement and service-learning.
In their leisure time, a student can create a space for the various social activities provided by the sports clubs, artistic groups and student organisations which are run at the UMB. Among the UMB’s graduates and educators are several Olympic winners and their trainers, outstanding artists and scientists.
For more information you can visit the website https://www.umb.sk/.
The UNIVERSITY OF SIERRA LEONE (USL), a public university in Sierra Leone, is currently made up of three constituent colleges/campuses, all located in the capital city of Sierra Leone, Freetown.
FOURAH BAY COLLEGE, (FBC), the first college which specialises in Arts, Social Sciences, Economics, Law, Pure and Applied Science, Engineering and Architecture, was established on the 18th February 1827, by the Church Missionary Society.
IPAM (Institute of Public Administration and Management), the second college of the University of Sierra Leone, which trains administrators, managers and civil servants, is the business arm of USL. It was established in 1980.
COMAHS (College of Medicine and Allied Health Sciences), which trains medical doctors, nurses, pharmacists, laboratory experts and other allied health professionals, is the third constituent college of the University of Sierra Leone. It was established in 1988.
The University of Sierra Leone can boast of 400 academic staff, 300 administrative and auxiliary staff, and a student population of over 20,000 students.
More information can be acquired from our website http://usl.edu.sl
About Us
Established in 2009, the University of Makeni (UNIMAK) is the first private Catholic University in Sierra Leone. Accredited by the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC), UNIMAK is dedicated to promoting social development as the core of its mission and activities.
Our Vision
We aspire to be a world-class university with excellence in education, research, and public engagement, where sustainable peace and social justice transcend boundaries.
Our Mission
Our mission, informed by Catholic social teaching, is to promote human, social, political, and economic development in Sierra Leone and Africa while preserving the environment so that its resources benefit the entire human race.
Our Philosophy
UNIMAK believes that national economic development and improving the quality of life begin with social transformation, achieved through access to quality and relevant tertiary education. We recognise that the most incredible wealth of a country lies in its people. Our philosophy emphasises the development of a well-rounded, morally upright, physically fit, and productive inpidual. Strong and enlightened inpiduals collectively build a strong nation.
With over 7,030 students and 305 faculty members, UNIMAK is a vibrant, inclusive, and multicultural academic community. There are 6 faculties, 21 departments and 6 institutes.
Our programs are tailored to address the everyday realities of contemporary Africa and include disciplines such as:
At UNIMAK, our dynamism and idealism are reflected in everything we do. We focus on creating opportunities for students to contribute to sustainable peace, social justice, and community development. Join us on this journey of social transformation and academic excellence!
Contact Us
For more information about our programs, faculties, and admissions, visit our website at:
www.unimak.edu.sl
Founded in 1973, the University of Rijeka has matured into a modern European university and center of excellence whose impact extends beyond the region. With a total of 16 academic units, we are a research, science, and education-oriented university that supports social and economic development in our community, the City of Rijeka, and the wider region.
The University of Rijeka is part of the YUFE (Young Universities for the Future of Europe) Alliance and, together with nine other European universities forms the best-rated network in the competition of the European Commission.
An Innovative University Devoted to Lifelong Learning
On top of our efforts to provide new generations with quality education and a reliable hub of academic activity, the University of Rijeka has developed a lifelong learning system for distributing ideas and innovations, all with the aim of supporting broader social progress and making northwestern Croatia more competitive. By building a state-of-the-art Campus, the University of Rijeka has visibly improved its teaching methods and scientific structure, while attending to each student’s and staff member’s living and working needs.
Universtiy of Rijeka academic units:
Website: https://uniri.hr/en/home/
