University of Donja Gorica (UDG) was established in Podgorica, the capital of Montenegro, in 2007. It is one of the strongest and most unique pioneering universities in Montenegro, known for its robust vision to achieve the highest academic quality and attract students from around the world. UDG is a prominent member of the Cintana Alliance, a global network of universities working together to provide the best educational quality. The alliance supports its member institutions with the resources needed to achieve the highest standards of academic quality. UDG’s mission is to create study conditions in line with European educational principles and to offer opportunities for innovation and entrepreneurship to all students. The university has helped many graduates achieve success, excel, and establish their own companies and start-ups.
UDG collaborates with Arizona State University to provide more opportunities for students from all over the region. Arizona State University is recognized as the most innovative university in the United States, ranked first in innovation for seven consecutive years, making UDG a center for innovation and internationalization in the Balkans region.
UDG by the Numbers
- 12 faculties
- 300 academics
- 3500 students
- 40 bachelor’s programs
- 30 master’s programs
- 10 doctoral programs
- Over 100 international cooperation agreements
UDG Faculties
University of Donja Gorica (UDG) currently includes 12 faculties, as follows:
- Faculty of Technological Engineering (Polytechnic)
- Faculty of International Economics, Finance, and Business
- Faculty of Culture and Tourism
- Faculty of Information Systems and Technologies
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Humanities
- Faculty of Arts
- Faculty of Food Technology, Food Safety, and Environment
- Faculty of Sports Management
- Faculty of Design and Multimedia
- Faculty of Language Studies
- Faculty of Applied Sciences
Advantages of Studying at UDG
- Offers educational programs in various disciplines, for different academic levels: bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees.
- Studies are conducted in English.
- Relies on student-centered academic curricula that focus on building personality through individual communication, teamwork, development of fundamental technical knowledge, information technology skills, research skills, entrepreneurial approach, and communication skills.
- Includes a specialized center for language learning and mastery.
- One of the few universities in Montenegro that invests heavily in general education, literature, culture, recreation, sports, and artistic events.
- Features a team of academics who have achieved successful professional careers abroad.
- Creates a modern technological educational environment in classrooms, filled with positive energy and the right climate to achieve student aspirations and encourage creativity and innovation.
- Offers a scientific journal for publishing articles and scientific research.
Confucius Classroom in UDG
University of Donja Gorica (UDG) provides a Confucius Classroom in tourism, in cooperation with the Chinese Confucius Institute. The Confucius Classroom offers diverse opportunities for learning the Chinese language, vocational education, and cultural exchange. The classroom organizes various activities to introduce students to Chinese culture, such as traditional Chinese festivals, lectures on Chinese culture, and summer camps to organize trips for students and teachers from Montenegro to China for an enjoyable cultural experience there.
UDG Scientific Journal
The scientific journal affiliated with UDG was established in 2002 under the name Entrepreneurial Economy. The journal is multidisciplinary and multi-contextual, focusing on publishing original, high-quality, and innovative theoretical and empirical research covering all aspects of economics, management, entrepreneurship, and innovations in various disciplines such as natural sciences, humanities, and arts. The journal welcomes and encourages all valuable articles in multiple fields.
