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CREATE THE DIFFERENCE
AT RIINVEST COLLEGE
DEPARTMENT FOR STAFFORDSHIRE UNIVERSITY PROGRAMMES
COLLEGE
GET A
UK DEGREE
IN KOSOVA!
WELCOME
TO THE
DEPARTMENT FOR STAFFORDSHIRE

UNIVERSITY PROGRAMMES AT
RIINVEST COLLEGE IN PRISHTINA
We believe there is no better stepping-stone to a brighter,
enterprising and fulfilling future in business than by
completing your degree with us.
Whether your interests lie in the dynamic field of business
enterprise, youre fascinated by the intricacies of managing
and developing people, youd like to better understand
business finance, or you want to explore the world of
marketing, youll find that our undergraduate courses span
every facet of modern business. Whatever the case, weve
an industry-leading course for you.
Our close links with business and the professions ensure
that our staff are up-to-date with the latest developments,
that our courses are relevant and that we focus on what
youll need to achieve your goals.
Youll also find that we bring a truly professional ethos to
learning and let you practice what we teach all to help
you develop the skills that employers are looking for.
Our considerable employer relationships provide exciting
work internships that can lead to excellent employment
opportunities.
Over the following pages, you can read more about the
Department of Staffordshire University Programmes at
Riinvest College in Prishtina. If you would like to know
more about our facilities and courses, please visit:
http://riinvest.net/Staffordshire/
Diana Lekaj
Head of the Department for Staffordshire University
Programmes at Riinvest College
WELCOME
To find out more visit: http://riinvest.net/Staffordshire/

tel:038224322 e.mail: staffsuni@riinvest.net
The skills gained

on a Staffordshire University
degree allow you to build
industry awareness and
start contributing to your
chosen employer quickly
and effectively upon
graduation.
Paul Williams,
Head of School,
Staffordshire University, UK
CONTENTS:
Introduction
Key Facts
School Overview
The Student View
Open Days
10
Courses: At a Glance
11
Our Courses
12
Extra Curriculum Activites
18
International Coopeartion
19
Funding your Study
20
How to Apply
22
DEPARTMENT FOR STAFFORDSHIRE UNIVERSITY PROGRAMMES AT RIINVEST COLLEGE
KEY FACTS
Here are just a few key reasons why we

believe you should study with the Department
for Staffordshire University Programmes at
Riinvest College.To really find out if were right
for you, please come along to one of our Open
Days on the following days: Mondays at 12:00,
Wednesdays at 14:00 and Fridays at 16:30.
Wed love to meet you.
GLOBALLY RECOGNISED
QUALIFICATIONS
Everything we teach relates not

only to UK business, but also to
the global and local business
environment.
Its why our courses will equip
you for a career in almost any
country you choose.
LEARN
FROM INDUSTRY
EXPERTS
Our lecturers are highly

experienced business
professionals.
Many of them hold extremely
important positions in both
private and public sector
whether as decision makers,
researchers or business
consultants.
THE STAFFORDSHIRE
GRADUATE
STUDY
WITH US
We dare to challenge.
We think differently.
And our commitment to
delivering truly inspirational
courses will mean you will too.
KEY FACTS
WORK-READY
WORLD READY
Study with us and well
equip you to become The
Staffordshire Graduate
a world-ready professional,
with the knowledge,
attributes and expertise that
employers look for.
The Staffordshire Graduate

represents a set of qualities
that Staffordshire University
passionately believes is
necessary for success in the
21st century.
The Staffordshire Graduate is
a reflective and critical learner
with a global perspective,
prepared to contribute in the
world of work.

LIFE
AT OUR
ENTHUSIASTIC
TUTORS
COLLEGE
Our quality assurance

internal review revealed high
satisfaction of students with
teaching and support from
tutors.
WORLD OF
WORK
We say open doors and we mean

it, doors to experiences and opportunities. Thanks to its central
location, Department of Staffordshire University Programmes at
Riinvest College is a good base
from which to explore Kosovo.
EXPERIENCE
Real work experience can

set you apart when it comes to
applying for jobs. With close ties
with employers, our dedicated
career team can help you find
your ideal work experience if
you choose to participate in an
intership programme.
UNDERGRADUATE
STUDY
Dont follow the crowd;

follow your curiosity with
your undergraduate degree.
Study with us and you will
gain more than an academic
qualification. Youll have the
opportunity to gain practical
skills, benefit from the
Riinvest Colleges facilities
and teaching, as well as
having the chance to explore
the rest of Kosovo.
BE YOUR
OWN BOSS
You will learn how to develop

new ideas and business
opportunities. We could even
help with mentoring, if you
decide to take the exciting step
of launching your own company.
A PROGRAMME WITH
A REAL-WORLD
REPUTATION
The world of work is wide open for ambitious businessmen
and women with a clear understanding of the importance of
enterprise and with proven entrepreneurial skills.
Business, commerce and industry growth are all key to economic success and you could play an important role.
Through our various courses, you could become well versed
in areas ranging from business management and enterprise
marketing, human resources management.
CREATING THE ENTERPRISING GRADUATES

THAT INDUSTRY NEEDS
The Department for Staffordshire University Programmes
at Riinvest College has built its reputation by constantly
adapting to the fast-paced business environment. Thinking
ahead is just as vital for us as it is for the most successful
of businesses and it shows! Through market research,
we ensure that our courses and programmes are designed
to meet employer needs.
COURSES DESIGNED FOR YOUR FUTURE

Study with us and you will quickly realise that career
enhancement is at the heart of everything we do.
In fact, we are renowned for producing graduates with
the knowledge, skills, attributes and vision to succeed
in whichever field of business or commerce they choose
to go into.
REAL WORLD REPUTATION

PROVIDING REAL BUSINESS EXPERIENCE

Well known for our extensive business connections, we
believe passionately in introducing our students to top
industry professionals. This adds a valuable insight to
the corporate world that couldnt be gained through
lectures alone.
While to keep those lectures fascinating and relevant,
our tutors are highly experienced business people.
Dedicated and approachable, many of them guide and
advise businesses of all kinds. But most important of all,
they know how to help you gain valuable business skills.
Wherever possible, well also encourage you to take
internship opportunities during your final years of study
after all, an internship experience can go a long
way towards improving your employment prospects on
graduation!
INVESTING IN YOU
We understand that deciding which programme to study
or choosing which college to attend is a big investment in
your future and we are committed to meeting your expectations. We listen to the opinions of our students and we
provide a first-rate learning experience. Choose Staffordshire University Programmes at Riinvest College for
your degree and we will work with you from the moment
you arrive to ensure that when you graduate you are both
world and work-ready.
DEPARTMENT FOR STAFFORDSHIRE UNIVERISTY PROGRAMMES
Im very happy
for the given
opportunity to study
in a College which is
committed to provide
students with
every opportunity
to achieve their
full potential
professionally,
intellectually and
socially.
Success Story - Ariana Selmani

Ariana Selmani was born in 1975 in Mitrovica where she completed her
compulsory education. Ariana enrolled at Prishtina University in 199394 to study in the Faculty of Economics but due to circumstances within
the national education sector in Kosovo during the 1990s she took a
break from studying. During this time she gained experience in the
business sector, at first by working with her father in a family business
until 1999.
Post-war, Ariana started her own business venture with her husband
setting up Insu-trade LLC. Ariana held the position of Sales Manager,
also taking responsibility for administration and accounting. Years later,
after developing as a business person, she enrolled on a higher education course offered in partnership with Staffordshire University at Riinvest College, BA(Hons) Business Management and Entrepreneurship.
Ariana says Im very happy that I was given the opportunity to study
at Riinvest on a Staffordshire University award where the college and
university are committed to provide students with every opportunity
to achieve their full potential professionally, intellectually and socially. Staffordshire University offers a different system of studying, with
a truly unique experience, whilst combining lectures with case studies
allowing students to understand a module in a practical way. A special
motivation for me was that I was able to remain studying in Kosovo,
close to my family, but to be offered the chance to achieve a recognised
British qualification.
As a wife and mother of three children Ariana was able to run her business requiring 24/7 commitment, but found time to participate in the
regular lectures. To tell you frankly, I didnt know what to expect at
WELCOME

Without support
I would not be
the person I am
today, but love,
kindness and
encouragement of
the family are the
reason that make
me stay strong, fill
me with confidence
and make me go
further
the beginning of this journey. It was full of sacrifices, family duties

and professional commitments but I was aiming to enrich my knowledge, and I see the value of this every single day states Ariana.
Nevertheless, by the end of her studies in 2014, she was awarded
the title of Best student of the generation 2013/14 and Ariana
reports that she felt honoured that the academic staff felt she
deserved this award to recognise her success. Ariana says I would
like to take this opportunity to thank the elite academic staff, and
express my gratitude for their commitment, contributions and careful work done during my three years.
Today, Ariana stands proudly and thanks everyone who helped and
supported her throughout this journey. Without support I would
not be the person I am today, but love, kindness and the encouragement of my family are the reasons that keep me strong, fill me
with confidence and make me go further. Currently she is following her Masters studies in Netherlands confirming without a doubt
that her BA(Hons) degree from Staffordshire University equipped
her with a firm foundation to progress her studies at a higher international level.
Arianas motto is: Yesterday I was clever so I wanted to change the
world. Today I am wise so I am changing myself
DEPARTMENT FOR STAFFORDSHIRE UNIVERISTY PROGRAMMES AT RIINVEST COLLEGE
COME
&
SEE US
FOR YOURSELF
The only way to find out if studying a Staffordshire University degree at Riinvest
College really is the place for you, is to
come and see us in person. Why not bring
your family and friends too youll all be
made to feel very welcome.
SO BOOK A PLACE ON ONE OF OUR OPEN DAYS

Mondays from 12:00
Wednesdays from 14:00
Fridays from 16:30
Weve packed lots of information and activities into our
Open Days so that youll get a real feel for what life
here is like.
As well as a tour of the building, you can check out the
Students Union, library and IT suites and take a look at
our lecture room facilities.
Youll get the chance to meet expert lecturers, attend
lectures, chat to current students and attend a
presentation relevant to your chosen subject area. Its
also an opportunity to gather lots of practical hints and
tips. Therell be advice on the ways to fund your study,
plus useful advice on how to write a strong personal
statement.
Youll go away with a much better idea of everything the
Department for Staffordshire University Programmes
at Riinvest College has to offer. And, most importantly,
youll be fully equipped to make one of the most
important decisions of your life.
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OPEN DAYS

COURSE LIST
Heres a list of our current undergraduate courses. Specific course information is available online or you can request information to be sent to you
by e-mailing us at : staffsuni@riinvest.net or by calling us at 038 224 322.
2016 Course Title
Location
Fee (Per year)
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND ENTERPRISE BA(Hons)
Riinvest College
3900
BUSINESS AND MARKETING MANAGEMENT BA(Hons)
Riinvest College
3900
BUSINESS AND HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT BA(Hons)
Riinvest College
3900
MASTERS OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION ( GENERAL)
Riinvest College
5500
MASTERS OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION ( FINANCE)
Riinvest College
5500
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BA (HONS) BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND ENTERPRISE

This course will prepare you for a wide range of careers in marketing and business. Its ideal if
youre interested in marketing but want to retain a general management focus.
Key Facts
School:
Department for
Staffordshire University
Programmes
at Riinvest College
Location:
Prishtina
Duration:
3 years full-time
Fee:
3900
Entry Requirements:
Kosovo Matura Exam
or the international
equivalent
High School Certificate
TOEFL test or IELTS
At glance
Course Outline
Whether you want to start your own business,

work in a small company or within a larger
organisation, the skills and abilities developed
on this course will provide the springboard for
a successful career.
Year 1 (Core)
Resourcing the Organisation
Employability, IT and Reasoning Techniques
(Enhancing your Career and Personal
Success)
Analysing Business and Environmental
Information
Entrepreneurial Marketing
Developing new ideas and managing change

are vital skills at the heart of this award.
Entrepreneurship is becoming increasingly important as many large companies reorganise
into smaller strategic units and confront the
challenges of the rapidly changing business
environment. Whether you ultimately decide
to work in a large enterprise or a smaller
organisation, this course will show you how to
generate new business ideas and turn them
into reality.
After studying a range of business modules
in the first year, you will look at the issues
faced by the modern business enterprise.
Core modules focus on achieving this through
marketing new products, devising business
plans and developing the skills an entrepreneurial manager needs. Specific modules such
as The Enterprising Graduate will give you the
opportunity to develop a business idea and
put it into practice.
Year 2 (Core)
Global Marketing in Action
Employability and Project Management
Techniques (Enterprise, Entrepreneurialism
and Citizenship)
Designing and Managing Effective Organisations
Enterprising Graduate 1; Management,
the Entrepreneur and the Small Business
Environment
Year 3 (Core)
Applied Business Research
Global Business Directions
Strategic Management, Leadership and
Decision Making
Enterprising Graduate 2; Professional
Choices from the following possible
options: Sustainable Business;
Work Experience.
Graduate destinations
In addition to offering a route into a wide
range of career options in general business
and management, the enterprise focus of this
course equips graduates for enterprising careers in self-employment; business innovation,
start-up and ownership; or as enterprising
employees in established businesses.
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OUR COURSES

BA (HONS) BUSINESS AND MARKETING MANAGEMENT

This course will prepare you for a wide range of careers in marketing and business. Its ideal
if youre interested in marketing but want to retain a general management focus.
At glance
This award offers a wide range of potential
career options in marketing and business.
Two teaching blocks are studied each year from
October to January and from February to May.
The modules that you will study over the first
year will provide you with a broad understanding of how an organisation manages its
resources and also introduce you to entrepreneurial marketing. In the second year you will
gain a more in depth knowledge, covering the
operational aspects of business management
but including marketing specialist topics like
global marketing, the impact of new media
and services marketing. In the final year the
focus moves to strategic issues emphasising
topics relating to the strategic management
of organisations including applied research as
the foundation of informed strategic decision
making and marketing specialist areas like new
media marketing or branding.
Throughout the course you will be encouraged
to enhance your business and academic skills
through the integration of IT skills for work and
study, research skills, presentation skills and
project management. In addition there will be
a strong focus on enterprise and employability.
Our Business and Marketing Management
degree will prepare you for a wide range of
marketing and sales related roles. The job market in this field is buoyant - both nationally and
internationally. Pathways for graduates from
this course have included market research design, advertising or marketing communications,
general marketing management and brand/
product management
Course Outline
Year 1 (Core)
These modules are currently subject to validation.
A
nalysing Business and \ Environmental
Information
Year 2 (Options)
E
mployability and Project Management
Techniques (Enterprise, Entrepreneurialism
and Citizenship)
Professional Choice New Media Marketing
P
rofessional Choice Services and Relationship
Marketing or Work Experience
Year 3 (Core)
Managing Employees through Performance
and Reward
Managing and Coordinating the HR Function
Strategic Management in Organisations
Key Facts
School:
Department for
Programmes
at Riinvest College
Location:
Prishtina
Duration:
3 years full-time
Fee:
3900
Entry Requirements:
Kosovo Matura Exam
equivalent
TOEFL test or IELTS
Year 3 (Options)
Applied Business Research
P
rofessional Choice Marketing Metrics OR
New Media Marketing
P
rofessional Choice Services and Relationship Marketing or Brand Identities and
Communities or Work Experience
G
lobal Business Directions (CMI), GBD
Conference, CMI OR Global Business
Directions (International), GBD Conference,
International Business
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BA (HONS) BUSINESS AND HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Key Facts
School:
Department for
Programmes
at Riinvest College
Location:
Prishtina
Duration:
3 years full-time
Fee:
3900
Entry Requirements:
Kosovo Matura Exam
equivalent
TOEFL test or IELTS
Affiliation: Provides an
Intermediate Diploma
in HRM, awarded by
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OUR COURSES
At glance
Course Outline
Human Resource Management concerns

getting the best out of people within the
context of dynamic organisational situations.
The world we live in is rapidly changing and
to cope with such dynamism the award has
been designed to reflect theoretical and
contemporary issues in human resource and
organisational development. At its core is the
notion of business being about transformation
transformation of individuals and their lives,
transformation of organisations and, most
importantly, the role that you will have as a
business transformer in the future.
From experience, in business we know that
employers indicate specific skills (attributes)
they feel graduates should demonstrate
such as being good communicators, good
team workers, good problem solvers, critical
thinkers, having good interpersonal skills,
able to think and act independently, etc. You
can develop these attributes as a distinctive
part of your learning journey. Within this
context the award has at its central focus the
trend towards a global village. This trend is
generating a demand for people who have an
understanding of improving business performance through human capital and an ability
to implement change in diverse cultures and
situations to contribute to organisational success in a global environment.
You will learn about all key aspects of business
but will develop expertise in human resource
management. Key strands include, project
management, managing human capital and
strategic management of human resources.
Our graduates can progress into careers in human resource or general management in both
private and public sector organisations.
Key to this is involvement with practice and
research and academic staff that have a wide
range of both practice and research experience and have worked or consulted in HRM
within major organisations. We have links with
many major organisations and you have the
opportunity for internship in many well-known
local corporations.
Graduates from our Business and Human
Resource Management degree work in the
public and private sectors as well as out of the
country. They work in generalist management
roles as well as specialist HRM roles - in human resources, equality and diversity, recruitment consultancy, occupational psychology or
counselling. Some graduates work in service
or manufacturing industries, trade union or
health authority roles as well as in national or
international companies
Year 1 (Core)
Analysing Business and \ Environmental
Information
Year 2 (Core)
Employability and Project Management
Techniques
The Impact of HR
Year 3 (Core)
Managing Employees through Performance
and Reward
Managing and Coordinating the HR Function
Year 3 (Options)
Global Business Directions
Strategic Organisations (Risk Management
and Decision Making)

STAFFORDSHIRE UNIVERSITY
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MBA MASTERS IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION ( GENERAL OR FINANCE)

This globally recognised MBA award annually attracts a range of graduate calibre applicants from
a variety of commercial, industrial and public sector organisations. Two features distinguish our
awards from those of other universities: these are our vocational relevance and internationalism.
Key Facts
School:
Department for
Programmes at
Riinvest College
Location:
Prishtina
Duration:
2 years part-time
Fee:
5500 per year
Entry Requirements:
A Bachelors Degree
Provide evidence of
satisfactory English
language skills for
candidates where
English is not their
first language, such as:
IELTS overall score of
6.0 or above (which
should include a
minimum score of
5.5 for the speaking,
writing and listening
modules);
TOEFL overall score
of 87 or above; or
Pearsons overall score
of 51 or above.
At glance
Course Outline
The overall aim of the MBA is to provide you

with a thorough grounding in the principles of
both leadership and management, and in the
main functional areas of business.
In the first teaching block you will study

modules in:
The MBA award has therefore been designed

to encompass three key themes:
The performing organisation
Contemporary and global strategic challenges
Research in action
The Human Capital Dimension

Marketing Innovations
Risk and Financial Analysis
Business Management Research
Thus in the first teaching block you will study

aspects of Human Resources, Marketing
Management , Risk and Financial Analysis
and Business Management Research. These
core modules are then followed by the
application of Global Strategic Management
principles and Change Leadership in the
second block. There is also the opportunity
to choose one module of your choice such as
Project Management, Creativity to Innovation,
International Finance, and International
Supply Chain Management. In the final block,
you will be able to develop and investigate
a special area of knowledge within a field of
your choice for the Masters Dissertation.
Your professional development is supported
by the breadth of experience reflected within
the cohort of your fellow students to support
and encourage personal growth and capability
by widening your professional horizons.
This is achieved through interactive class
discussions, group work and also attending
a residential event.
Work Experience is
Desired
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WELCOME

MBA MASTERS IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION ( GENERAL OR FINANCE)

You will experience a challenging and stimulating intensive course in management, with an
international perspective, to enhance your personal and career development.
Course Outline
In the second teaching block you will study:
Change Leadership
Global Strategic Management
An option module.
Additionally, business skills of leadership,
communication, teamwork and decisionmaking are the key focus of the one-week
residential (International study trip).
Key Features
Globally recognised MBA award
Vocationally relevant and career enhancing
Challenging and stimulating intensive
course in management, with an international
perspective
Share and reflect upon your experiences
alongside those of others in your during the
lectures
Integrating the main functional areas
through the application of global strategic
management
Business skills of leadership, communication,
teamwork and decision-making
One-week residential (International study trip)
Assessments that clearly reflect business
contexts
Where Next for Graduates with an MBA
General?
As the MBA provides exposure to the diverse
ideas necessary for success in any public or
business organisation, successful students
have gone on to enjoy dynamic and rewarding
careers in many industries and countries.
Some have followed a new career direction
whilst others have used their MBA to gain a
competitive advantage in their current field
and a few have set up their own businesses.
Where Next for Students Graduating with
an MBA Finance?
After completing this award, students
work in positions in many aspects of the
financial world. Positions include financial
analyst, financial consultant in organisations
such as international financial institutions,
stock markets, foreign exchange markets,
consultancy companies. Professional
qualifications to follow this award include
Chartered Institute of Management
Accountants (CIMA) and Association of
Chartered and Certified Accountants (ACCA).
Key Facts
School:
Department for
Programmes at
Riinvest College
Location:
Prishtina
Duration:
2 years part-time
Fee:
5500 per year
Entry Requirements:
A Bachelors Degree
Provide evidence of
satisfactory English
language skills for
candidates where
English is not their
first language, such as:
IELTS overall score of
6.0 or above (which
should include a
minimum score of
5.5 for the speaking,
writing and listening
modules);
TOEFL overall score
of 87 or above; or
Pearsons overall score
of 51 or above.
Work Experience is
Desired
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INTERNATIONAL
PARTNERSHIPS
Staffordshire University has an excellent reputation
for long established educational partnerships with
international universities, colleges and other organisations.
These partnerships are crucial to the future success of
Staffordshire University graduates. They provide the
opportunity for students in many countries in the world
to study for Staffordshire University awards in their home
country. We currently have a variety of collaborative
arrangements which enable students to study outside of
Kosova.
Students enrolled on Staffordshire University programmes
at Riinvest College can take a semester at Staffordshire
University campuses in the UK or in similar programmes at
any Staffordshire University partner in the world provided
that they cover their expenses of travel and stay. Award
leaders in each institution make sure that you are enrolled
in the appropriate level and course.
WHERE CAN I GO?

Students wishing to participate in Student mobility can only
attend institutions if we have a current bi-lateral agreement
with the institution and the relevant faculty. Contact the
International Office to find out which countries/institutions
we currently have agreements with.
UK, Turkey, Albania, Italy, Slovenia, Croatia, Greece.
SUNBEAM is an Erasmus Mundus Action

2 Strand 1 project with the aim to interlink
European and Western Balkans universities;
it fits into the European policies on higher
education by sharing the main objectives of such
policies, like promotion of European higher
education, improvement and enhancement of the
career prospects of students, promotion of the
intercultural understanding through cooperation
with third-countries and sustainable development
of third-countries in the field of higher education.
The project offers fully funded scholarships:
For students, researchers, academic and
administrative staff from the Western Balkans to
visit one of the EU partner universities.
For students, researchers, academic and
administrative staff from the EU partner
universities to visit one of the partner universities
in the Western Balkans.
http://www.sunbeam.univpm.it/EN/home
STUDENT MOBILITY PROGRAMMES

Students enrolled on Staffordshire University programmes
at Riinvest College can take part in Study Mobility.
You can apply in exchange programmes covered by
ERASMUS +, ERASMUS MUNDUS or Bilateral Cooperation
Agreements which are published in the webpage.
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INTERNATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS

INTERNATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS
EU PARTNER UNIVERSITIES
CROATIA - UNIVERSITY OF SPLIT
CROATIA - UNIVERSITY OF ZADAR
GREECE - UNIVERSITY OF IOANNINA
ITALY - ALMA MATER STUDIORUM UNIVERSIT DI BOLOGNA
ITALY - UNIVERSIT C FOSCARI VENEZIA
ITALY - UNIVERSIT DEGLI STUDI DI URBINO CARLO BO
ITALY - UNIVERSIT POLITECNICA DELLE MARCHE
SLOVENIA - UNIVERSITY OF LJUBLJANA
SLOVENIA - UNIVERSITY OF PRIMORSKA
NON EU PARTNER UNIVERSITIES

ALBANIA - AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY OF TIRANA
ALBANIA - ALEKSANDER XHUVANI UNIVERSITY OF ELBASAN
BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA - DZEMAL BIJEDIC UNIVERSITY OF MOSTAR
BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA - UNIVERSITY OF BANJA LUKA
BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA - UNIVERSITY OF SARAJEVO
BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA - UNIVERSITY OF TUZLA
KOSOVO - RIINVEST COLLEGE
MONTENEGRO - UNIVERSITY MEDITERRANEAN PODGORICA
MONTENEGRO - UNIVERSITY OF MONTENEGRO
SERBIA - UNIVERSITY OF ARTS IN BELGRADE
SERBIA - UNIVERSITY OF NOVI SAD
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INFORMATION
ABOUT KOSOVO
POPULATION:
KOSOVO 2,180,686 (2010 ESTIMATE)
PRISHTINA:
197,000 (2009 ESTIMATE)
ETHNIC GROUPS: ALBANIAN 92%, SERB 5,3%, OTHER 2,7%.

LOCATION: KOSOVO IS LOCATED IN
SOUTHEASTERN EUROPE IN THE
CENTRAL BALKAN PENINSULA.
Entirely surrounded by high mountains its terrain is varied,

ranging from high plains some 500 metres above sea level
to hills and mountains. The country is 10,908 km2 , while
Pristina covers 572 km2 and can be found between 535 and
580 metres above sea level.
Kosovo is bordered by four countries, namely Montenegro
(border length 78.6km) to the northwest, Serbia (border
351.6km) to the north and northeast, Macedonia (border
158.7km) to the south and Albania (border 111.8km) to the
west and southwest. The convenient road infrastructure
makes this region ideal for visiting the neighboring touristic
resources at Adriatic Sea (3 hour drive by car), and Lake
Ohrid in Macedonia (also only 3 hour drive by car).
To Adriatic Sea - 3 h 15 min

To Ohrid Lake - 3 h 37 min
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INFORMATION ABOUT KOSOVO
Kosovo Museum
Photo: Nick Doyle
Riinvest is located in the centre of Prishtina in the vicinity

of Old City Centre. From Riinvest College you can reach
in walking distance of 10 to 15 minutes the new buildings
of Parlaiment, Kosovo Government, EU, Main Banks and
the main Prishtina street. In the same area you meet with
the old bazar, arshia Mosque (Xhamia e arshis) , Clock
Tower (Sahat Kulla) , Fatih Mosque (Xhamia e Mbretit) ,
Great Hamam (Hamami i Madh),Jashar Pasha Mosque,
Kocadishi House (Kosovo Institute for the Protection
of Monuments) , Pirinaz Mosque (Xhamia e Pirinazit) ,
Shadrvani Fountain, Independence Museum (Kosovo
Independence) and Kosovo Museum, and Ethnographic
Museum.
The Prishtina in your pocket Guide qualified Prishtina as a
city with unexpected night life and Bradt Kosovo guide
describes Kosovo as an enjoying tourist renaissance that
offers delight for every type of traveler. Students studying
in Prishtina will enjoy the lively Caf culture, night life, and
rich cultural heritage sites.
Pristinas has very good connections with other cities within

Kosovo and with bordering countries. The bus station
serves all Kosovo and international destinations. Buses in
Kosovo run frequently, are reasonably fast, clean and good
value. You can visit all places in Kosova such as
Peja , Gjakova ,Prizren ,Mitrovica,Gjilan, Gracanica,
Ferizaj. From Prishtina you can also visit some of the
remarkable places such as Rugova Gorge, Shar Mountains,
Cursed Mauntains, Mirusha Waterfalls and many more.
There are also good connections with reasonable prices to

Albania, Montengro, Macedonia and Serbia. In short being
in Prishtina is actually a four hour drive to other destinations
such as Durres, Ulcinj.
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FUNDING
YOUR STUDY
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FUNDING YOUR STUDIES

Prishtina
Prishtina
FUNDING
YOUR STUDY
With a low cost of living and a very competitive fees
structure it pays to study at the Department for
Staffordshire University Programmes in Prishtina.
The most common way to fund your undergraduate study
is with a student loan. This is a loan from the banks that
covers your tuition fees. It means you dont have to pay
anything to the College up front. And in fact, you dont
have to pay anything back until youve graduated. We
have such agreements with two well-known banks such
as: Raiffeisen Bank and NLB Bank.
Various scholarships are also available for early
applicants and for students with an outstanding
performance.
STAFFORDSHIRE UNIVERSITY PROGRAMMES AT RIINVEST COLLEGE
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APPLYING
FOR FULL TIME
Full-time undergraduates or part-time

graduates should apply online at http://
riinvest.net/Staffordshire/ or through
Riinvest Colleges Admissions Service or by
visiting our offices.
When applying online, you must select
the programme you are applying for. A
confirmation e-mail providing all the
necessary data will be sent to you shortly
after your application is completed
confirming your application review. You
will then be asked to provide the necessary
documentation to fulfill admission to the
Staffordshire University Programmes at
Riinvest college.
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HOW TO APPLY

WHEN TO APPLY
The closing date for all undergraduate applications is 30
August. If you miss this deadline dont panic, call us on 038
224 322. The closing date for all graduate applications is 30
November.
DEFERRED ENTRY
If you wish to defer entry to your chosen course for one year
well still welcome your application.
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?

After weve considered your application, we will notify you
of our decision. If youre successful, well also invite you
to visit us. In some cases, you may be invited to attend an
interview before we decide whether to offer you a place.
AFTER RECEIVING YOUR RESULTS

However confident you are about achieving the results you
need, things dont always go to plan. Prepare for all eventualities. If you dont meet the precise conditions of the offer
we made you, dont worry. It may still be possible for us
to offer you a place on your chosen course. Contact us for
advice as soon as you can.
ENROLMENT/ADMISSION
Enrolment for full-time and part-time courses usually takes
place in September and November, with teaching starting
soon after. As some courses do vary, please check out the
enrolment times for your particular course. Dont worry,
when you apply you will be given all the details so you will
know where to go, at what time and on what day.
Contact
Department for Staffordshire University Programmes at
Riinvest College
e-mail: staffsuni@riinvest.net t: 038 224 322
Str. Lidhja e Prizrenit No.42
10000, Prishtina
Republic of Kosova
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INTERNATIONAL
STUDENTS
STEP 1: ACCEPT YOUR OFFER
STEP 3: PAY YOUR DEPOSIT/TUITION FEE
Refer to your offer letter to see if you are accepted or

conditionally accepted.
The conditions will vary from case to case but typically
a student will be made a conditional offer where he/
she has not fulfilled all entry requirements for their
chosen programme. The
conditions will be set out clearly in the offer letter.
By accepting your offer, you will be asked to sign
a contract and determine your tuition payment
instalments.
Refer to your offer letter for your tuition fee and

information on any deposit required as the rules and
procedures regarding payment of fees and/or deposits
can vary depending on the programme you have been
accepted to.
Please e-mail staffsuni@riinvest.net for further

information.
STEP 2: OPEN A BANK ACCOUNT

This is valid for international students applying
directly to Staffordshire University programmes
at Riinvest College and not through Scholarship
Schemes.
There are many banks located near Riinvest.
Banka Ekonomike
NLB Prishtina
ProCredit Bank,
Raiffeisen Bank,
TEB Bank,
BKT etc.
You will need the following documentation to open a
bank account:
ID
SU student identity card
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NAL
O
I
T
RNA T S
INTE T U D E N
S
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
If you are required to pay a deposit, deposit payment

will be deducted from your annual tuition
fee.
All annual tuition fees or instalments, unless
otherwise stated in your contract, must be paid in full
before you can register as a student at SU.
Students who need to transfer funds from overseas
should do so by wire transfer, as it is the quickest and
most cost effective way to do so. Contact finance office
for further details.
STEP 4: ATTEND ORIENTATION

Check your email for dates, times and venues for
orientation and schedule.
We organize a comprehensive orientation programme
for all new students at Riinvest College.
The programme starts with Campus Tour, Library
Tours including support for students with
disabilities, library, computer services and financial
matters.
To find out more visit: http://riinvest.net/
Staffordshire/
STEP 5: STUDENT REGISTRATION

Students registering should submit a photo in jpeg
format with application.

A student name should be quoted when emailing a

photo. Students can also submit a photo to the
Administration Services on the ground floor of the
SU . All students must also submit a passport-type
photograph to be attached to their contract.
STEP 6: PURCHASE HEALTH INSURANCE
It is important to notice that if you plan to come to

Kosovo and arrange documents from here, you need
to have an invitation from someone else and apply
as a visitor. Depending on visa longevity, you may
stay in the country up to 90 days but you will then be
required to apply for a student visa.
(FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS)
Upon arrival in Kosovo, students must apply for

the student residence with the Ministry of Internal
Affairs at the following address:
Health Insurance Companies in Kosovo are:
Street: Luan Haradinaj n.n.
Sigkos - - www.sigkos.com
10000 Prishtina, Republic of Kosovo
Sigal - www.sigal-ks.com
For more detailed information about the emigration

procedures you may visit this website:
STEP 7: IMMIGRATION INFORMATION

(FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS)
http://www.mpb-ks.org/?page=1,112
With the exception of citizens of Republic of Albania,

Macedonia and Serbia all students wishing to study
in SU awards in Kosovo must possess an invitation
by someone who lives in Kosovo if they want to come
and complete registration procedures alone or a
letter from the University if they wish to be assisted
with immigration procedures:
Necessary documents for foreign students are:
Valid Passport
Copy of the passport of the person who makes the
invitation
Warranty sheet, certified by municipality court.
Information for foreigner that wants to come for a visit
Certificate about dwelling/emplacement in Kosovo
(from the local community) or evidence of hotel
accommodation.
Health insurance certificate
Certificate that the person isnt under investigation
at the country of the origin
Evidence for financial sufficient means for living.
Visa Fee for the Ministry of Internal Affairs
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Department for Staffordshire University Programmes Riinvest College

Lidhja e Prizrenit, no. 42. 10000 Prishtina, Kosovo.
www.riinvest.net / staffsuni@riinvest.net
038- 224 322
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