Cooperation of the Faculty of Law

The Faculty of Law of the University of Zenica has developed a recognizable culture of cooperation with a wide range of domestic and international partners. The established and continuously nurtured relationships reflect the Faculty’s enduring commitment to the development of the legal profession, the strengthening of the academic community, and the enhancement of the practical education of future lawyers.

 

Cooperation with Higher Education Institutions

In the field of academic and scientific research cooperation, a number of significant agreements have been concluded with reputable higher education institutions. Among them, the following are particularly noteworthy:

  • Europa Institute of Saarland University (2020)
  • Faculty of Criminalistics, Criminology and Security Studies of the University of Sarajevo (2022)
  • Faculty of Law of the University of Banja Luka (2023)
  • Cooperation Agreement of Public Faculties of Law in Bosnia and Herzegovina (2023)
  • Inter-Faculty Cooperation Agreement between the Faculties of Law in Bihać, Zenica, Tuzla and Mostar (2025).

These agreements constitute a foundation for joint scientific projects, academic mobility, exchange of teaching experiences, and the continuous improvement of the quality of legal education in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

 

Cooperation with Judicial and Administrative Institutions

Cooperation with judicial and administrative authorities occupies a special place in the development of the Faculty, as it enables a strong connection between theoretical knowledge and practical skills. The Faculty maintains long-standing and stable partnerships with:

  • Civil Service Agency of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina (since 2013)
  • Center for Education of Judges and Prosecutors of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina (since 2021)
  • Institute for Intellectual Property of Bosnia and Herzegovina (since 2025)
  • Cantonal Court in Zenica (since 2014)
  • Cantonal Prosecutor’s Office of the Zenica-Doboj Canton (since 2026)
  • Ministry of Defence of Bosnia and Herzegovina (since 2025)
  • Municipal Court in Kakanj (since 2026)
  • Municipal Court in Zenica (since 2026)
  • Municipal Courts in Bijeljina and Bugojno
  • Office of the Attorney General of Bosnia and Herzegovina (since 2019)
  • Regional Bar Association Zenica (since 2026)
  • Constitutional Court of Bosnia and Herzegovina (since 2021)
  • High Judicial and Prosecutorial Council of Bosnia and Herzegovina (since 2007).

Through these agreements, as well as on the basis of the Framework Agreement on the Improvement of Practical Teaching and Training of Law Students from 2021, generations of students have had the opportunity to attend court practice, participate in professional workshops, additional training sessions, and advisory events, which has significantly contributed to their professional preparedness.

 

International and Regional Cooperation

The Faculty’s international openness has been further strengthened through long-standing cooperation with the Europa Institute of Saarland University, the International Organization for Migration – IOM (2024), the Roma Union in the Republic of Croatia “KALI SARA” (2025), as well as through frequent participation in international academic networks and projects. These ties have enabled the Faculty to actively integrate into the European academic area and to exchange good practices in the field of legal studies.

 

Cooperation with Local Community Institutions and the Non-Governmental Sector

In nurturing its role within the local and broader social community, the Faculty has also developed cooperation with institutions outside the narrower legal sector, such as the Zenica City Museum, Internews BiH, and the organization “Koraci.” These partnerships contribute to the development of social responsibility, cultural inclusion, and the practical engagement of students.

All the aforementioned partnerships, carefully developed and enhanced over twenty years of operation, form an important part of the identity of the Faculty of Law of the University of Zenica. They confirm its commitment to excellence, openness, professional integrity, and continuous contribution to the academic, judicial, and broader social community in Bosnia and Herzegovina and beyond.

 

Established Institutional Partnerships and Network Memberships

In addition to the above-mentioned agreements concluded with higher education institutions, judicial and administrative bodies, the Faculty of Law of the University of Zenica also develops cooperation through membership in regional networks and partnership agreements with public sector institutions, civil society organizations, and private sector entities, among which the following stand out:

  • Agram Group
  • Cantonal Legal Aid Institute of the Zenica-Doboj Canton
  • Employment Service of the Zenica-Doboj Canton
  • European Law Students’ Association Zenica (ELSA Zenica)
  • Ministry of the Interior of the Zenica-Doboj Canton / Police Administration
  • National Center for State Courts (NCSC), Office in Bosnia and Herzegovina
  • South East European Law School Network (SEELS)
  • Transparency International Bosnia and Herzegovina
  • Zenica Development Agency (ZEDA).

These partnerships further strengthen the institutional capacity of the Faculty and contribute to its integration into regional, international, and broader societal frameworks.