University of Criminal Investigation and Police Studies

Overview:

The University of Criminal Investigation and Police Studies (formerly known as the Academy of Criminalistic and Police Studies) is a Serbian higher education institution dedicated to criminalistics and police studies. Established in 2006, it is the only stand-alone institution in Serbia accredited for criminalistic studies. It is a successor to the Advanced School of Internal Affairs (founded in 1972) and the Police Academy (founded in 1993). The university is a member of the Association of European Police Colleges.

Services Offered:

Undergraduate Studies:

Basic academic and basic professional (vocational) studies in criminalistics.

Graduate Studies:

Academic studies - master and specialist studies in criminalistics.

Scientific Research:

The university is accredited to conduct scientific research in the field of criminalistics. It undertakes research projects in criminalistics, police, and security fields.

Student Life and Campus Experience:

Key Reasons to Study There:

Unique Focus:

The university is the only institution in Serbia solely dedicated to criminalistic studies.

Practical Experience:

The curriculum emphasizes practical teachings, often conducted at Ministry of Interior units and other security institutions.

International Collaboration:

The university collaborates with institutions abroad through student and faculty exchange programs, joint research projects, and sharing of resources.

Academic Programs:

Undergraduate Studies:

Basic academic and basic professional (vocational) studies in criminalistics.

Graduate Studies:

Academic studies - master and specialist studies in criminalistics.

Other:

Publications:

The university publishes the journal "NBP - Journal of Criminalistics and Law."

Conferences:

The university organizes national and international conferences.

Teaching Staff:

The faculty consists of 41 teachers with PhD degrees and 20 teachers with MA degrees.