University of Banja Luka
Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina • Founded 1975 • World Rank #3338
Overview
University of Banja Luka is among Bosnia and Herzegovina's public universities, founded in 1975 and based in Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina. It operates as a higher-education provider.
Academically, University of Banja Luka spans bachelor's and master's programmes, hosted within numerous faculties and schools. The university runs a catalogue of active programmes across these constituent units.
Position #3338 globally and #3 within Bosnia and Herzegovina captures University of Banja Luka's ranking footprint. The institution participates in Bosnia and Herzegovina's academic ecosystem alongside other higher-education providers.
Location & Contact
Where University of Banja Luka sits geographically, plus the contact channels students use during admissions. Alumni-office inquiries are separate from admissions and have their own contact page.
Academic Details
University of Banja Luka's academic structure, enrolment numbers, and accreditation context are gathered below. Together they describe how the institution operates beyond the surface-level overview.
Degrees
Each degree level at University of Banja Luka groups its qualifications below for easy comparison. The grouping makes it straightforward to find equivalent programmes across institutions.
Bachelor's 11 programs
Bachelor's programmes build foundational expertise, preparing graduates for entry-level professional roles and further postgraduate study.
- Agriculture
- Engineering
- Forestry
- Horticulture
- Medicine
- Mining Engineering
- Modern Languages
- Natural Sciences
- Philosophy
- Political Sciences
- Sports
Master's 58 programs
Master's programmes develop advanced specialised expertise, suited to senior industry positions and applied research.
- Animal Husbandry
- Architecture
- Banking
- Biology
- Biotechnology
- Business Administration
- Business and Commerce
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Science
- Crop Production
- Dentistry
- Earth Sciences
- Economics
- Electrical Engineering
- English
- Environmental Engineering
- Finance
- Fine Arts
- Food Technology
- Forestry
- French
- Genetics
- Geography
- German
- Health Sciences
- History
- Horticulture
- Information Technology
- Italian
- Journalism
- Law
- Literature
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Medicine
- Mining Engineering
- Music
- Natural Sciences
- Pedagogy
- Pharmacy
- Philology
- Philosophy
- Physical Education
- Physics
- Political Sciences
- Psychology
- Rural Studies
- Russian
- Serbocroatian
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Sports
- Technology
- Telecommunications Engineering
- Textile Technology
- Theatre
Other 6 programs
- Agriculture
- Economics
- Forestry
- Information Technology
- Pedagogy
- Teacher Training
Faculties & Divisions
University of Banja Luka's departmental layout. Some institutions use 'school' for what others call 'department' — terminology varies but the function (subject area management) is similar.
Arts (Academy) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Fine Arts
- Music
- Theatre
Agriculture (Faculty) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Animal Husbandry
- Crop Production
- Horticulture
- Rural Studies
Common Career Paths
- Agricultural Scientist
- Agronomist
- Farm Manager
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Architecture and Civil Engineering and Geodesy (Faculty) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Architecture
- Civil Engineering
- Earth Sciences
Common Career Paths
- Civil Engineer
- Construction Project Manager
- Structural Engineer
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Economics (Faculty) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Business and Commerce
- Economics
Common Career Paths
- Economist
- Policy Analyst
- Financial Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Electrical Engineering (Faculty) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Computer Science
- Electrical Engineering
- Information Technology
- Power Engineering
- Telecommunications Engineering
Common Career Paths
- Electrical Engineer
- Power Systems Engineer
- Automation Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Forestry (Faculty) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Forestry
Law (Faculty) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Law
Common Career Paths
- Lawyer
- Legal Consultant
- Compliance Officer
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Mathematics and Natural Sciences (Faculty) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Geography
- Mathematics
- Natural Sciences
- Physics
Common Career Paths
- Data Analyst
- Statistician
- Actuary
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Mechanical Engineering (Faculty) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Mechanical Engineering
Common Career Paths
- Mechanical Engineer
- Design Engineer
- Manufacturing Engineer
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Medicine (Faculty) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Dentistry
- Health Sciences
- Medicine
- Pharmacy
Common Career Paths
- Physician
- Medical Researcher
- Clinical Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Mining Engineering (Faculty) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Mining Engineering
Common Career Paths
- Engineer
- Project Manager
- Technical Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Philology (Faculty) 8 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- English
- French
- German
- Italian
- Literature
- Philology
- Russian
- Serbocroatian
Philosophy (Faculty) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- History
- Pedagogy
- Philosophy
- Preschool Education
- Psychology
Physical Education and Sports (Faculty) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Physical Education
- Sports
Common Career Paths
- Teacher
- Educational Administrator
- Curriculum Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Political Sciences (Faculty) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Journalism
- Political Sciences
- Social Work
- Sociology
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Technology (Faculty) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biotechnology
- Chemical Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Food Technology
- Technology
- Textile Technology
Genetic Resources (Institute) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Genetics
Programs Offered
Look through University of Banja Luka's programmes by level or filter for keywords. Programme-level scholarships exist alongside institution-wide ones; the programme page typically lists them.
Bachelor's Degree
61 programmes
Browse 61 programmes at University of Banja Luka for undergraduate entry. Each combines core theory with the credits needed to progress toward honours or a master's.
Nursing Studijski program Zdravstvene nege Nursing 4 years 240 credits
Dramatic Arts Dramske umjetnosti Performing Arts 4 years 240 credits
Fine Arts Likovne umjetnosti Visual Arts 4 years 240 credits
Music Art Muzička umjetnost Music 4 years 240 credits
Architecture Arhitektura Architecture 4 years 240 credits
Civil Engineering Građevinarstvo Civil Engineering & Construction 4 years 240 credits
Geodesy Geodezija Geographical Information Systems 4 years 240 credits
Interior Design Dizajn enterijera Interior Design 4 years 240 credits
Economics and Business Management Ekonomija i poslovno upravljanje Economics 4 years 240 credits
Business Informatics Poslovna informatika Information Systems & Technology 4 years 240 credits
Computer Science and Informatics Računarska nauka i informatika Computer Sciences 4 years 240 credits
Electronics and Telecommunications Elektronika i telekomunikacije Electrical Engineering 4 years 240 credits
Electro-energetics and Automatics Elektroenergetika i automatika Electrical Engineering 4 years 240 credits
Production Engineering Tehnologija proizvodnje Mechanical Engineering 4 years 240 credits
Energetic and Traffic Engineering Energetika i prometna inženjerija Energy Engineering 4 years 240 credits
Industrial Engineering and Management Industrijska inženjerija i menadžment Industrial & Systems Engineering 4 years 240 credits
Safety at Work Sigurnost pri radu Sport and Exercise Science 4 years 240 credits
Mechatronics Mehatroniika Robotics & Automation 4 years 240 credits
Animal Production Stočarstvo Animal Science 4 years 240 credits
Plant Production Ratarstvo Horticulture and Crop Science 4 years 240 credits
Plant Protection Zaštita bilja Horticulture and Crop Science 4 years 240 credits
Fruit-growing and Viticulture Voćarstvo i proizvodnja vinove loze Horticulture and Crop Science 4 years 240 credits
Farming and Vegetable-growing Poljoprivreda i povrtarstvo Agriculture 4 years 240 credits
Horticulture Hortikultura Horticulture and Crop Science 4 years 240 credits
Agricultural Economics and Rural Development Agrarna ekonomika i razvoj ruralnih oblasti Agribusiness 4 years 240 credits
Law Pravo Law 4 years 240 credits
Physics Fizika Physics & Astronomy 4 years 240 credits
Mathematics and Informatics Matematika i informatika Mathematics 4 years 240 credits
Biology Biologija Biological Sciences 4 years 240 credits
Ecology and Environment Protection Ekologija i zaštita životne sredine Ecology & Conservation 4 years 240 credits
Chemistry Hemija Chemistry 4 years 240 credits
Spatial Planning Prostorno planiranje Geography 4 years 240 credits
Geography Geografija Geography 4 years 240 credits
Technical Education and Informatics Tehnička edukacija i informatika Computer Sciences 4 years 240 credits
Mining Engineering Rudarsko inženjerstvo Mining & Oil Engineering 4 years 240 credits
Geological Engineering Geološko inženjerstvo Earth Sciences & Geology 4 years 240 credits
Chemical Technology Hemijska tehnologija Chemical Engineering 4 years 240 credits
Biotechnology and Food Processing Biotehnologija i prehrambena tehnologija Biotechnology 4 years 240 credits
Graphic Engineering Grafička inženjerija Digital Media & Game Development 4 years 240 credits
Textile Engineering Tekstilna inženjerija Textile Technology 4 years 240 credits
Clothing Technology Tehnologija odjeće Textile Technology 4 years 240 credits
Footwear Technology Tehnologija obuće Textile Technology 4 years 240 credits
Journalism and Communicology Novinarstvo i komunikologija Journalism 4 years 240 credits
Social Work Socijalni rad Social Work 4 years 240 credits
Sociology Sociologija Sociology 4 years 240 credits
Political Science Politička nauka Politics & International Relations 4 years 240 credits
Sports Fizička kultura i sport Sport and Exercise Science 4 years 240 credits
Serbian Srpski jezik i književnost Linguistics & Language Studies 4 years 240 credits
English Engleski jezik i književnost Linguistics & Language Studies 4 years 240 credits
German Nemački jezik i književnost Linguistics & Language Studies 4 years 240 credits
Italian Italijanski jezik i književnost Linguistics & Language Studies 4 years 240 credits
French Francuski jezik i književnost Linguistics & Language Studies 4 years 240 credits
Russian and Serbian Language and Literature Ruski jezik i srpska književnost Linguistics & Language Studies 4 years 240 credits
Philosophy Filozofija Philosophy & Ethics 4 years 240 credits
Psychology Psihologija Psychology 4 years 240 credits
Pedagogy Pedagogija Education & Teaching 4 years 240 credits
History Istorija History 4 years 240 credits
Teacher Education Učiteljski studijski program Education & Teaching 4 years 240 credits
Preschool Education Defektolog - Predškolska pedagogija Early Childhood Education 4 years 240 credits
Forestry Šumarstvo Forestry & Natural Resources 4 years 240 credits
Wood Processing Proizvodnja drvnih proizvoda Forestry & Natural Resources 4 years 240 credits
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Master's Degree
61 programmes
University of Banja Luka lists 61 programmes awarding a master's — the tier where graduates build the specialist credentials many senior and technical roles now expect.
Dramatic Arts Dramske umjetnosti Performing Arts 2 years 120 credits
Fine Arts Likovne umjetnosti Visual Arts 1 year 60 credits
Music Art Muzička umjetnost Music 1 year 60 credits
Architecture and Urbanism Arhitektura i urbanizam Architecture 1 year 60 credits
Geodesy Geodezija Geographical Information Systems 1 year 60 credits
Civil Engineering Građevinarstvo Civil Engineering & Construction 1 year 60 credits
Energy Efficiency in Building Facilities Energetska efikasnost u zgradarstvu Energy Engineering 1 year 60 credits
Finance and Public Sector Auditing Finansije i revizija javnog sektora Finance, Banking & Insurance 1 year 60 credits
International Economics Međunarodna ekonomija Economics 1 year 60 credits
Business Economics Poslovna ekonomija Economics 1 year 60 credits
Actuarial Science Aktuarstvo Actuarial Science 1 year 60 credits
International Master in Business and Administration International Master in Business and Administration (MBA) Business Administration 1 year 60 credits
Computer Science and Informatics Računarska nauka i informatika Computer Sciences 1 year 60 credits
Electronics and Telecommunications Elektronika i telekomunikacije Electronics 1 year 60 credits
Electro-energetics and Automatics Elektroenergetika i automatika Electrical Engineering 1 year 60 credits
Production Engineering Tehnologija proizvodnje Mechanical Engineering 1 year 60 credits
Energy and Traffic Engineering Energetika i prometna inženjerija Energy Engineering 1 year 60 credits
Industrial Engineering and Management Industrijska inženjerija i menadžment Industrial & Systems Engineering 1 year 60 credits
Construction Engineering Inženjerska konstruktivnost Civil Engineering & Construction 1 year 60 credits
Safety at Work Sigurnost pri radu Sport and Exercise Science 1 year 60 credits
Mechatronics Mehatronika Robotics & Automation 1 year 60 credits
Health Care Zdravstvena zaštita Health Sciences 1 year 60 credits
Animal Production Stočarstvo Animal Science 1 year 60 credits
Plant Sciences Biljne nauke Horticulture and Crop Science 1 year 60 credits
Agricultural Economics and Rural Development Agrarna ekonomika i razvoj ruralnih oblasti Agribusiness 1 year 60 credits
State Law Državno pravo Public Law 1 year 60 credits
Commercial Law Trgovačko pravo Business Law 1 year 60 credits
Administrative Law Upravno pravo Public Law 1 year 60 credits
Criminal Law Krivično pravo Criminal Law & Justice 1 year 60 credits
Civil Law Građansko pravo Civil & Private Law 1 year 60 credits
History of State and Law Istorija države i prava Legal Studies 1 year 60 credits
Labor and Welfare Law Radno i socijalno pravo Criminal Law & Justice 1 year 60 credits
International Law Međunarodno pravo International Law 1 year 60 credits
Mathematics and Informatics Matematika i informatika Mathematics 1 year 60 credits
Physics Fizika Physics & Astronomy 1 year 60 credits
Biology Biologija Biological Sciences 1 year 60 credits
Geography Geografija Geography 1 year 60 credits
Chemistry Hemija Chemistry 1 year 60 credits
Ecology and Environment Protection Ekologija i zaštita životne sredine Ecology & Conservation 1 year 60 credits
Mining and Geological Engineering Rudarsko i geološko inženjerstvo Mining & Oil Engineering 1 year 60 credits
Chemical Technology Hemijska tehnologija Chemical Engineering 1 year 60 credits
Food Processing Prehrambena tehnologija Food Science 1 year 60 credits
Textile Engineering Tekstilna inženjerija Textile Technology 1 year 60 credits
Journalism and Communicology Novinarstvo i komunikologija Journalism 1 year 60 credits
Social Work Socijalni rad Social Work 1 year 60 credits
Sociology Sociologija Sociology 1 year 60 credits
Political Science Politička nauka Politics & International Relations 1 year 60 credits
Sports Fizička kultura i sport Sports Management 1 year 60 credits
Serbian Srpski jezik i književnost Linguistics & Language Studies 1 year 60 credits
English Engleski jezik i književnost Linguistics & Language Studies 1 year 60 credits
German Nemački jezik i književnost Linguistics & Language Studies 1 year 60 credits
Italian Italijanski jezik i književnost Linguistics & Language Studies 1 year 60 credits
French Francuski jezik i književnost Linguistics & Language Studies 1 year 60 credits
Philosophy Filozofija Philosophy & Ethics 1 year 60 credits
Psychology Psihologija Psychology 1 year 60 credits
Pedagogy Pedagogija Education & Teaching 1 year 60 credits
History Istorija History 1 year 60 credits
Teaching Education Nastavničke studije Education & Teaching 1 year 60 credits
Preschool Education Predškolska pedagogija Early Childhood Education 1 year 60 credits
Forestry Šumarstvo Forestry & Natural Resources 1 year 60 credits
Nature-based Forest Resources Management Upravljanje šumskim resursima Forestry & Natural Resources 1 year 60 credits
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Doctorate
6 programmes
University of Banja Luka's 6 programmes at this tier lead to a doctorate, the credential expected for academic, senior research, and many specialist professional roles.
Economics Ekonomija Economics 3 years 180 credits
Information and Communications Technology Informacione i komunikacione tehnologije Information Systems & Technology 3 years 180 credits
Agricultural Sciences Agrarne nauke Agriculture & Environmental Sciences 3 years 180 credits
Pedagogy Pedagogija Education & Teaching 3 years 180 credits
Classroom Teaching Methods Nastavni metodi Education & Teaching 3 years 180 credits
Forestry Šumarstvo Forestry & Natural Resources 3 years 180 credits
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Associate, Certificate & Other Qualifications
3 programmes
University of Banja Luka offers 3 programmes as shorter-cycle and preparatory qualifications, a flexible tier for skills-focused learners or those bridging into undergraduate study.
Medicine Medicinski studijski program Medicine 6 years 360 credits
Dental Medicine Stomatološki studijski program Dentistry 6 years 360 credits
Pharmacy Farmaceutski studijski program Pharmacy 5 years 300 credits
No programmes match your filter in this level.
How to apply to University of Banja Luka
Practical steps to apply to University of Banja Luka, suitable as a starting checklist before contacting the admissions team directly.
- 1 Find a programme that fits your goals
Begin by reviewing the programmes section above. University of Banja Luka offers 131 programmes grouped by qualification level. Decide on a target tier (bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) before narrowing by subject.
- 2 Confirm you meet the requirements
Each programme at University of Banja Luka has its own entry requirements — academic minimums, language proficiency, supporting documents, and sometimes interviews or portfolios. Check the programme-specific page or contact admissions to confirm eligibility.
- 3 Assemble your application package
Most applications require certified academic records, identification documents, language test certificates (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent for English-medium programmes), CV/résumé, and a statement of purpose. Allow extra time for document authentication.
- 4 Submit your application
Apply directly via University of Banja Luka's online portal at unibl.org. Complete the application form, upload supporting documents, and pay any application fee. Confirmation emails typically arrive within a few business days.
- 5 Contact admissions and follow up
After submitting, confirm receipt with the admissions office and track your application status through the portal. You can reach the institution by email at [email protected] or by phone at 387 51 321 171. Set reminders for any interview requests, additional document submissions, or admission decision deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions about University of Banja Luka
Frequently asked questions about University of Banja Luka, covering the institutional basics most prospective applicants want to confirm first.
When was University of Banja Luka founded?
University of Banja Luka was established in 1975 (approximately 51 years ago).
Where is University of Banja Luka located?
University of Banja Luka is located in Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Is University of Banja Luka a public or private institution?
University of Banja Luka is a public institution.
How is University of Banja Luka ranked?
It ranks #3338 globally and #3 in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
What degrees does University of Banja Luka offer?
Programmes at University of Banja Luka cover bachelor's and master's programmes.
Who recognises University of Banja Luka?
The institution holds recognition from Agency for Development of Higher Education and Quality Assurance of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Where can I learn more about University of Banja Luka?
University of Banja Luka's official website is unibl.org.
Faculties at Nearby Universities
Universities geographically close to University of Banja Luka are listed below — useful if commute, campus visits, or regional culture factor into your shortlist. Many students compare nearby options before committing to a final choice.
Where Else to Study Linguistics & Language Studies
Other universities in Bosnia and Herzegovina that teach Linguistics & Language Studies appear below — useful for comparing programme depth against University of Banja Luka. Programme structures differ even within the same country, so detailed comparison is worth the effort.
Universities Often Compared with University of Banja Luka
Peer cohort post-graduation outcomes — employment rates, graduate-school placement, salary data — often track closely across institutions at University of Banja Luka's level. Comparable cohorts tend to land in comparable places.
