Semester 1

• [C2790] [6 ECTS] General Psychology
  Course aims: Students will become familiar with basic concepts, approaches and topics in scientific psychology in preparation for following modules that offer in-depth knowledge in theoretical and applied psychological disciplines.
• [C2791] [6 ECTS] Language and Literary Education in the Albanian Language
  The course aims to develop students’ linguistic, literary, and pedagogical competencies by equipping them with theoretical and practical knowledge for the correct and functional use of the Albanian language, as well as for the analysis and interpretation of literary texts. The program seeks to foster critical and creative thinking, clear and accurate oral and written expression, and professional competencies for applying linguistic and literary knowledge in educational and cultural contexts.
• [C2816] [6 ECTS] Foundations of Pedagogy
  Students enrolling in the course “Foundations of Pedagogy” are expected to have basic knowledge of education and upbringing, an interest in pedagogical sciences, and elementary abilities to understand key concepts related to development, teaching, and learning. Basic skills in academic reading, writing, and analysis of scholarly texts are required, along with readiness for active participation in lectures and practical classes. To successfully pass the course, students must attend classes regularly, fulfill semester requirements, demonstrate understanding of fundamental pedagogical concepts, and achieve satisfactory results in the prescribed assessment activities.
• [3 ECTS] Albanian/Macedonian Language
  • [BAM1010] Albanian Language for Beginners 1
    Albanian Language course for beginners 1, 2 is prepared with the purpose to enable the students, who do not have basic knowledge of the Albanian language, to get to know the characteristics of this language, to gain knowledge of the linguistic structure of the Albanian language, and to extend and apply their knowledge in everyday situations. Correspondingly, they will gain knowledge of the structure of the Albanian language; They will also acquire a modest set of various lexical and grammatical categories which will enable them carry out simple conversations.
  • [BAM2010] Albanian Language for Beginners 2
    Albanian Language course for beginners 1, 2 is prepared with the purpose to enable the students, who do not have basic knowledge of the Albanian language, to get to know the characteristics of this language, to gain knowledge of the linguistic structure of the Albanian language, and to extend and apply their knowledge in everyday situations. Correspondingly, they will gain knowledge of the structure of the Albanian language; They will also acquire a modest set of various lexical and grammatical categories which will enable them carry out simple conversations.
  • [BS018] Macedonian Language for Beginners 1
    The programme Macedonian Language for beginners 1: reading, writing, listening and speaking. Through special exercises and lectures, introduction to basic communication in Macedonian language is provided, i.e., introducing, greeting, presentation, enriching vocabulary and write and understand short texts. When we created this program, we took into the consideration that students can apply the acquired knowledge further. The material is processed under the principle of combined lectures and exercises, and continuous tasks through which students are actively involved during class and participate with their questions and suggestions.
  • [BS152] Macedonian Language for Beginners 2
    The programme Macedonian Language for beginners 2 includes: reading, writing, listening and speaking activities. In this course the following issues are covered: daily routines, planning activities for the next period, description of persons, places and objects. When we created this program, we took into the consideration that students can apply the acquired knowledge further.
  • [MLIL-01] Macedonian Language Intermediate Level 1
    The curriculum for Macedonian Language intermediate level 1 includes: reading, writing, listening and speaking through which the students: will enrich the vocabulary through appropriate texts for daily activities (in a bank, in a library, in a ministry, etc.) and will improve the skills for professional writing and speaking that are necessary for clear and effective communication in their further professional career. A special, continuous emphasis on the overall activity is placed on the linguistic elements, that is, on the spelling and grammar of the Macedonian standard language. Experts as one of the key elements for good written expression state the correct use of language.
  • [MLIL-02] Macedonian Language Intermediate Level 2
    The curriculum for Macedonian Language intermediate level 2 includes: reading, writing, listening and speaking. Special emphasis is placed on the development of students' communication skills, or the use of language in daily activities and professional context, enriching the vocabulary and acquiring knowledge about the structure and types of professional texts. Different communication styles will be covered, with the goal being for students to establish good communication with the audience through their texts and to attract and retain their attention.
  • [MAPP1010] Macedonian Language for Professional Purposes 1
    Upon completion of the course Macedonian for Professional Purposes 1, students are expected to broaden and strengthen their abilities for more advanced written and oral expression in Macedonian in the context of the different professional settings. Students are expected to be able to read, write and comprehend various professional texts in Macedonian. They are also expected to acquire knowledge and skills about the general terminology from the field of law, business and economy, administration, computer sciences, language and communication and to be able to use that terminology in the framework of their future professions. Besides accomplishing these professional aims, students are expected to become more autonomous language learners and be able to think critically about different topics in a multilingual and multicultural environment.
  • [MAPP1020] Macedonian Language for Professional Purposes 2
    Upon completion of the course, Macedonian for professional purposes 2, students are expected to reconfirm and expand further their abilities for advanced written and oral expression in Macedonian, in the context of their future professions. They should be able to read, write and comprehend different kinds of professional texts in Macedonian, to analyse and discuss those texts, as well as to create their own documents, including professional biography in Macedonian (CV). They should also expand the knowledge of specific terminology from the field of law, business and economy, administration, computer sciences, language and communication and be able to use that terminology in simulation of authentic situations from the professional environment, in debates and exchange of opinion regarding different aspects of these professions.
• [3 ECTS] English Language
  • [E2532] English Language 1
    By the end of each level of this course determined by the placement test taken at enrolment, students are expected to be at different levels as determined by the Common European Framework (CEF) and should be able to understand and use familiar expressions and phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type; ask and answer questions about personal identification and personal relations; talk and write about their everyday lives, leisure, entertainment, finance, problems; ask and answer questions about university degrees, job skills and situations; invite and respond to invitations read and listen for gist, detail and comprehension; evaluate their own progress; participate in role plays and dialogues on familiar topics and produce a paragraph/ essay on topics related to the course material. By the end of this course students are expected to be at A1 level of the Common European Framework (CEF) and should be able to understand and use familiar expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type; ask and answer questions about personal identification and personal relations; students should be able to introduce themselves and others by using pronouns and possessives, use greetings, name things in the classroom, distinguish between singular and plural, recognize and use numbers from 1- 100. Students should be able to describe a typical day, recognize and use simple constructions in order to describe their daily routine; talk and write about their everyday lives, leisure; ask and answer questions about food and drink. students should be able to give dates, use appropriately the vocabulary related to months in the year, make polite requests, describe places, travel and personal histories; choose a destination and give directions; discuss likes and dislikes.
  • [E2533] English Language 2
    By the end of each level of this course determined by the placement test taken at enrolment, students are expected to be at different levels as determined by the Common European Framework (CEF) and should be able to understand and use familiar expressions and phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type; ask and answer questions about personal identification and personal relations; talk and write about their everyday lives, leisure, entertainment, finance, problems; ask and answer questions about university degrees, job skills and situations; invite and respond to invitations read and listen for gist, detail and comprehension; evaluate their own progress; participate in role plays and dialogues on familiar topics and produce a paragraph/ essay on topics related to the course material. By the end of this course students are expected to be at A1 level of the Common European Framework (CEF) and should be able to understand and use familiar expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type; ask and answer questions about personal identification and personal relations; students should be able to introduce themselves and others by using pronouns and possessives, use greetings, name things in the classroom, distinguish between singular and plural, recognize and use numbers from 1- 100. Students should be able to describe a typical day, recognize and use simple constructions in order to describe their daily routine; talk and write about their everyday lives, leisure; ask and answer questions about food and drink. students should be able to give dates, use appropriately the vocabulary related to months in the year, make polite requests, describe places, travel and personal histories; choose a destination and give directions; discuss likes and dislikes.
  • [E2534] English Language 3
    By the end of each level of this course determined by the placement test taken at enrolment, students are expected to be at different levels as determined by the Common European Framework (CEF) and should be able to understand and use familiar expressions and phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type; ask and answer questions about personal identification and personal relations; talk and write about their everyday lives, leisure, entertainment, finance, problems; ask and answer questions about different phenomena including crime and natural disasters, invite and respond to invitations read and listen for gist, detail and comprehension; evaluate their own progress; participate in role plays and dialogues on familiar topics and produce a paragraph/ essay on topics related to the course material. By the end of this course students are expected to be at B1 level of the Common European Framework (CEF). They should be able to ask and answer questions about university degrees, job skills and situations; invite and respond to invitations. Students should be able to ask about or describe family relationships and marital status and they should be able to recognize and use appropriately vocabulary related to degrees and university education, art, travelling and sport.
  • [E2535] English Language 4
    By the end of each level of this course determined by the placement test taken at enrolment, students are expected to be at different levels as determined by the Common European Framework (CEF) and should be able to understand and use familiar expressions and phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type; ask and answer questions about personal identification and personal relations; talk and write about their everyday lives, leisure, entertainment, environment finance, problems; ask and answer questions about university degrees, job skills and situations. They should be able to evaluate their own progress; participate in role plays and dialogues on familiar topics and produce a paragraph/ essay on topics related to the course material. By the end of this course students are expected to be at B2 level of the Common European Framework (CEF); They are expected to be independent users of English language and to implement some of the following language functions: give advice; ask and answer questions about university degrees, job skills and situations; invite and respond to invitations, read and listen for gist, detail and comprehension.
  • [E2536] English Language 5
    Academic English is a one semester course which aims to enable the students with skills which can facilitate their language learning and their study progress in an academic teaching and learning environment. The course should enable them to use those skills in both foreign language classroom as well as academic progress in content areas. The course incorporates language skills, study skills and generally applicable skills (listening, delivering oral presentations, constructing arguments) in specific assignments. Therefore, upon successful completion of the course, the students’ proficiency level should be at C1 according to Common European Framework. As a result, the students should be able to deliver successfully oral presentation, participate in an online debate/ discussion forum stating their opinion and arguments and give feedback to others in a constructive manner. In addition, the students should be able to listen and read for gist and detail and write an argumentative paragraph and essay stating their opinion. They should and write a problem solution paragraph and essay. They should be able to present visual information in a form of Power Point poster presentations. The students should be able to identify main ideas and supporting evidence in a text and to analyse and identify topic sentences in a paragraph. They should be able to identify a purpose of a text, patterns of organization in a text and apply them in their own writing.
  • [ESS-01] English for Social Sciences 1
    Aims of the course program: This course is offered with the aim of improving the four main language skills such as reading, writing, listening and speaking in the content-specific area as well as revision and advancement of selected intermediate and upper-intermediate grammatical items and vocabulary in the field of social sciences. This is done to enable students to comprehend more complicated texts in the said area and enable them to communicate fluently with colleagues and experts in the social sciences field.
  • [ESS-02] English for Social Sciences 2
    Aims of the course program: This course is offered with the aim of improving the four main language skills such as reading, writing, listening and speaking in the content-specific area as well as revision and advancement of selected intermediate and upper-intermediate grammatical items and vocabulary in the field of social sciences. This is done to enable students to comprehend more complicated texts in the said area and enable them to communicate fluently with colleagues and experts in the social sciences field.
• [6 ECTS] Elective/Digital Comptenecies
  • [E2610] Selected chapters in IT Skills
    The aim of this subject is: - To display the technical elements, the structure of the text and design of different papers during their studies. - To enable students to acquire IT skills knowledge that will be needed in preparing the scientific papers, professional papers and presentations. - To practically apply IT skills.
  • [EMOA-01] Microsoft Office Access
    Microsoft Official Academic Course (MOAC) for Access 2016 provides the hands-on experience to increase your personal productivity skills. This program is divided into 15 lessons cover all product areas required. to pass MOS exam 77-730.
  • [E2694] Microsoft Office Excel
    Microsoft Official Academic Course (MOAC) for Excel 2016 provides the hands-on experience to increase your personal productivity skills. This program is divided into 15 lessons cover all product areas required to pass MOS exam 77-727.  
  • [EMOPP-03] Microsoft Office PowerPoint
    Microsoft Official Academic Course (MOAC) for PowerPoint 2016 provides the hands-on experience to increase your personal productivity skills. This program is divided into 11 lessons resources cover all product areas required to pass MOS exam 77-729.
  • [EMOW-04] Microsoft Office Word
    Microsoft Official Academic Course (MOAC) for Word 2016 provides the hands-on experience to increase your personal productivity skills. This program is divided into 11 lessons resources cover all product areas required to pass MOS exam 77-725.
  • [EWC-01] Web Creation
    Aim of this course is developing even a simple web page according to current standards, requires knowledge of Hypertext Markup Language (XHTML) and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS). Most of the websites also use images, whether in the form of banners, buttons, logos, photos or scans. Adobe Fireworks is built as a tool to create and manipulate images from the web and to allow the makers to optimize these images in order to reduce the file size. Firework also provides an excellent integration with Dreamweaver. This series provides a comprehensive introduction to XHTML, CSS and creating web graphics.
  • [EDMD-02] Digital Media Design
    The aim of this course is designing and processing raster and vector graphics through the leading programs Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, as well as designing and publishing commercial materials for print using Adobe InDesign.
  • [E2609] Google Education Apps
    Conceptual overview with hands-on tutorials for harnessing the educational potential of G Suite. It identifies learning principles that guide the effective use of G Suite to create learning environments that improve educational communication. This course is organized into a series of modules. The modules are attached to a collapsible menu available at google for education site that organizes the modules in roughly the same order in which they will be discussed in class.
  • [E2741] IT Hardware and Software Fundamentals
    Students who complete this course will be able to describe the internal components of a computer, assemble a computer system, install an operating system, and troubleshoot using system tools and diagnostic software. Students will also be able to use various ICT applications and tools, explore the Internet, and address information systems security and issues relating to ethics and computer crime.
  • [E2742] Introduction to Cybersecurity
    This course will cover the most important aspects of stay safe online, by providing knowledge that students better understand online security and start to protect their digital life, whether at home or school. Recognizing threats that could harm you online is as important as the steps you can take to prevent and or overcome these threats. The course will also provide definitions, in-depth information about types of malwares, including viruses and trojans, as well as concepts such as network security, cryptography, identity theft and risk management.

Semester 2

• [C2817] [6 ECTS] History of Education
  The aim of the course is to equip students with systematic knowledge of the historical development of education and pedagogical thought, analyzing the relationship between education, society, culture, and dominant ideologies in different historical periods. Upon completion of the course, students will develop competencies in:  critical understanding of the evolution of educational institutions,  analysis of pedagogical ideas in historical context,  interpretation of educational reforms in relation to social changes.
• [C2796] [6 ECTS] Developmental Psychology
  The aim of the course is that through learning from lectures, reading assigned textbooks and research articles, participating in discussions or classroom activities, and completing assignments, students will be able to:  Gain knowledge of scientific achievements in the field of developmental psychology in childhood and youth, and develop skills for their practical application through programs for developmental stimulation.  Recognize stereotypes toward older adults.  Explain the main theories and perspectives in childhood and psychological aging.  Identify different research designs and methodological issues particularly relevant when studying childhood and aging.  Understand changes in sensation/perception, health, and cognition in childhood and aging.  Identify how diversity (e.g., gender and ethnicity) influences the experience of aging.  Explain how aging affects personality, interpersonal relationships, and mental health.  Use critical thinking and effective written communication skills.
• [C2818] [6 ECTS] Introduction to Philosophy
  The course aims to: • Introduce students to the main philosophical problems, traditions, and thinkers. • Develop skills of logical reasoning, argument analysis, and critical reflection. • Encourage philosophical inquiry relevant to education, knowledge, ethics, and society. Learning Outcomes (Students will be able to): 1. Explain basic philosophical concepts and questions. 2. Distinguish major branches of philosophy. 3. Analyze and construct philosophical arguments. 4. Apply philosophical thinking to educational and social issues. 5. Reflect critically on knowledge, values, and human action.
• [C2799] [3 ECTS] Sociology of Education
  This course examines education as a social institution embedded in broader structures of power, culture, economy, and politics. Drawing on classical and contemporary sociological theories, the course explores how education contributes to social reproduction and social change, how inequalities are produced and contested within educational systems, and how schooling intersects with class, gender, ethnicity, religion, nationhood, and globalization. By the end of the course, students will be able to:  Explain major sociological theories of education.  Analyze the relationship between education and social inequality.  Critically assess educational policies and reforms.  Understand education’s role in nation-building, citizenship, and identity formation.  Apply sociological concepts to real-world educational contexts.
• [3 ECTS] English Language
  • [E2532] English Language 1
    By the end of each level of this course determined by the placement test taken at enrolment, students are expected to be at different levels as determined by the Common European Framework (CEF) and should be able to understand and use familiar expressions and phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type; ask and answer questions about personal identification and personal relations; talk and write about their everyday lives, leisure, entertainment, finance, problems; ask and answer questions about university degrees, job skills and situations; invite and respond to invitations read and listen for gist, detail and comprehension; evaluate their own progress; participate in role plays and dialogues on familiar topics and produce a paragraph/ essay on topics related to the course material. By the end of this course students are expected to be at A1 level of the Common European Framework (CEF) and should be able to understand and use familiar expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type; ask and answer questions about personal identification and personal relations; students should be able to introduce themselves and others by using pronouns and possessives, use greetings, name things in the classroom, distinguish between singular and plural, recognize and use numbers from 1- 100. Students should be able to describe a typical day, recognize and use simple constructions in order to describe their daily routine; talk and write about their everyday lives, leisure; ask and answer questions about food and drink. students should be able to give dates, use appropriately the vocabulary related to months in the year, make polite requests, describe places, travel and personal histories; choose a destination and give directions; discuss likes and dislikes.
  • [E2533] English Language 2
    By the end of each level of this course determined by the placement test taken at enrolment, students are expected to be at different levels as determined by the Common European Framework (CEF) and should be able to understand and use familiar expressions and phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type; ask and answer questions about personal identification and personal relations; talk and write about their everyday lives, leisure, entertainment, finance, problems; ask and answer questions about university degrees, job skills and situations; invite and respond to invitations read and listen for gist, detail and comprehension; evaluate their own progress; participate in role plays and dialogues on familiar topics and produce a paragraph/ essay on topics related to the course material. By the end of this course students are expected to be at A1 level of the Common European Framework (CEF) and should be able to understand and use familiar expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type; ask and answer questions about personal identification and personal relations; students should be able to introduce themselves and others by using pronouns and possessives, use greetings, name things in the classroom, distinguish between singular and plural, recognize and use numbers from 1- 100. Students should be able to describe a typical day, recognize and use simple constructions in order to describe their daily routine; talk and write about their everyday lives, leisure; ask and answer questions about food and drink. students should be able to give dates, use appropriately the vocabulary related to months in the year, make polite requests, describe places, travel and personal histories; choose a destination and give directions; discuss likes and dislikes.
  • [E2534] English Language 3
    By the end of each level of this course determined by the placement test taken at enrolment, students are expected to be at different levels as determined by the Common European Framework (CEF) and should be able to understand and use familiar expressions and phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type; ask and answer questions about personal identification and personal relations; talk and write about their everyday lives, leisure, entertainment, finance, problems; ask and answer questions about different phenomena including crime and natural disasters, invite and respond to invitations read and listen for gist, detail and comprehension; evaluate their own progress; participate in role plays and dialogues on familiar topics and produce a paragraph/ essay on topics related to the course material. By the end of this course students are expected to be at B1 level of the Common European Framework (CEF). They should be able to ask and answer questions about university degrees, job skills and situations; invite and respond to invitations. Students should be able to ask about or describe family relationships and marital status and they should be able to recognize and use appropriately vocabulary related to degrees and university education, art, travelling and sport.
  • [E2535] English Language 4
    By the end of each level of this course determined by the placement test taken at enrolment, students are expected to be at different levels as determined by the Common European Framework (CEF) and should be able to understand and use familiar expressions and phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type; ask and answer questions about personal identification and personal relations; talk and write about their everyday lives, leisure, entertainment, environment finance, problems; ask and answer questions about university degrees, job skills and situations. They should be able to evaluate their own progress; participate in role plays and dialogues on familiar topics and produce a paragraph/ essay on topics related to the course material. By the end of this course students are expected to be at B2 level of the Common European Framework (CEF); They are expected to be independent users of English language and to implement some of the following language functions: give advice; ask and answer questions about university degrees, job skills and situations; invite and respond to invitations, read and listen for gist, detail and comprehension.
  • [E2536] English Language 5
    Academic English is a one semester course which aims to enable the students with skills which can facilitate their language learning and their study progress in an academic teaching and learning environment. The course should enable them to use those skills in both foreign language classroom as well as academic progress in content areas. The course incorporates language skills, study skills and generally applicable skills (listening, delivering oral presentations, constructing arguments) in specific assignments. Therefore, upon successful completion of the course, the students’ proficiency level should be at C1 according to Common European Framework. As a result, the students should be able to deliver successfully oral presentation, participate in an online debate/ discussion forum stating their opinion and arguments and give feedback to others in a constructive manner. In addition, the students should be able to listen and read for gist and detail and write an argumentative paragraph and essay stating their opinion. They should and write a problem solution paragraph and essay. They should be able to present visual information in a form of Power Point poster presentations. The students should be able to identify main ideas and supporting evidence in a text and to analyse and identify topic sentences in a paragraph. They should be able to identify a purpose of a text, patterns of organization in a text and apply them in their own writing.
  • [ESS-01] English for Social Sciences 1
    Aims of the course program: This course is offered with the aim of improving the four main language skills such as reading, writing, listening and speaking in the content-specific area as well as revision and advancement of selected intermediate and upper-intermediate grammatical items and vocabulary in the field of social sciences. This is done to enable students to comprehend more complicated texts in the said area and enable them to communicate fluently with colleagues and experts in the social sciences field.
  • [ESS-02] English for Social Sciences 2
    Aims of the course program: This course is offered with the aim of improving the four main language skills such as reading, writing, listening and speaking in the content-specific area as well as revision and advancement of selected intermediate and upper-intermediate grammatical items and vocabulary in the field of social sciences. This is done to enable students to comprehend more complicated texts in the said area and enable them to communicate fluently with colleagues and experts in the social sciences field.
• [6 ECTS] Elective/Digital Competencies
  • [E2610] Selected chapters in IT Skills
    The aim of this subject is: - To display the technical elements, the structure of the text and design of different papers during their studies. - To enable students to acquire IT skills knowledge that will be needed in preparing the scientific papers, professional papers and presentations. - To practically apply IT skills.
  • [EMOA-01] Microsoft Office Access
    Microsoft Official Academic Course (MOAC) for Access 2016 provides the hands-on experience to increase your personal productivity skills. This program is divided into 15 lessons cover all product areas required. to pass MOS exam 77-730.
  • [E2694] Microsoft Office Excel
    Microsoft Official Academic Course (MOAC) for Excel 2016 provides the hands-on experience to increase your personal productivity skills. This program is divided into 15 lessons cover all product areas required to pass MOS exam 77-727.  
  • [EMOPP-03] Microsoft Office PowerPoint
    Microsoft Official Academic Course (MOAC) for PowerPoint 2016 provides the hands-on experience to increase your personal productivity skills. This program is divided into 11 lessons resources cover all product areas required to pass MOS exam 77-729.
  • [EMOW-04] Microsoft Office Word
    Microsoft Official Academic Course (MOAC) for Word 2016 provides the hands-on experience to increase your personal productivity skills. This program is divided into 11 lessons resources cover all product areas required to pass MOS exam 77-725.
  • [EWC-01] Web Creation
    Aim of this course is developing even a simple web page according to current standards, requires knowledge of Hypertext Markup Language (XHTML) and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS). Most of the websites also use images, whether in the form of banners, buttons, logos, photos or scans. Adobe Fireworks is built as a tool to create and manipulate images from the web and to allow the makers to optimize these images in order to reduce the file size. Firework also provides an excellent integration with Dreamweaver. This series provides a comprehensive introduction to XHTML, CSS and creating web graphics.
  • [EDMD-02] Digital Media Design
    The aim of this course is designing and processing raster and vector graphics through the leading programs Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, as well as designing and publishing commercial materials for print using Adobe InDesign.
  • [E2609] Google Education Apps
    Conceptual overview with hands-on tutorials for harnessing the educational potential of G Suite. It identifies learning principles that guide the effective use of G Suite to create learning environments that improve educational communication. This course is organized into a series of modules. The modules are attached to a collapsible menu available at google for education site that organizes the modules in roughly the same order in which they will be discussed in class.
  • [E2741] IT Hardware and Software Fundamentals
    Students who complete this course will be able to describe the internal components of a computer, assemble a computer system, install an operating system, and troubleshoot using system tools and diagnostic software. Students will also be able to use various ICT applications and tools, explore the Internet, and address information systems security and issues relating to ethics and computer crime.
  • [E2742] Introduction to Cybersecurity
    This course will cover the most important aspects of stay safe online, by providing knowledge that students better understand online security and start to protect their digital life, whether at home or school. Recognizing threats that could harm you online is as important as the steps you can take to prevent and or overcome these threats. The course will also provide definitions, in-depth information about types of malwares, including viruses and trojans, as well as concepts such as network security, cryptography, identity theft and risk management.

Semester 3

• [C2819] [6 ECTS] General Didactics
  The course aims to provide students with theoretical and practical knowledge of General Didactics as a fundamental discipline within educational sciences. It develops competencies related to planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating the teaching–learning process, while promoting student-centered instruction, critical thinking, and contemporary pedagogical practices. Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to: - understand key concepts, principles, and theories of general didactics; - analyze the teaching–learning process and the roles of teachers and learners; - plan lessons and learning activities aligned with instructional objectives and learners’ needs; - apply contemporary teaching methods, strategies, and forms of instruction; - use various assessment methods and tools to evaluate learning outcomes; - critically reflect on didactic practices and propose improvements.
• [C2820] [6 ECTS] Educational Psychology
  Course aims: Mastering the concepts and terminology from the main areas of pedagogical psychology. Adoption of the theoretical aspects of the learning and teaching process and their organization, enabling the practical application of the acquired knowledge.
• [C2821] [6 ECTS] Methodology of Pedagogical Research
  Course objectives are: • To provide understanding of the basic concepts and the purpose of pedagogical research in education. • To enable students to formulate simple research problems and questions related to teaching and learning. • To develop skills for applying fundamental research methods (qualitative and quantitative) in pedagogical studies. • To prepare students to collect and interpret basic educational data using appropriate research tools. • To enable students to clearly and ethically present research findings in both written and oral forms.
• [C2822] [6 ECTS] Theory of Education
  The aim of this course is to enable students to develop theoretical knowledge and professional competencies in the field of education and pedagogy. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to: -understand and explain fundamental concepts of educational theory; -analyze major pedagogical approaches and models; -develop critical thinking toward contemporary educational practices; -apply theoretical principles to real educational contexts. -define key terms in educational theory; -compare different educational theories and concepts; -explain the role of education in individual and social development; -critically discuss current issues in education; -demonstrate analytical and reflective skills through academic assignments
• [C2069] [3 ECTS] Oral Communication
  Aims of the course program: - To develop verbal communication skills. - To be able to be actively involved in a discussion on a particular topic. - To master the techniques for successful communication. - To express their critical opinion on certain topics. - To apply the adopted techniques in their professional career.
• [3 ECTS] English Language
  • [E2532] English Language 1
    By the end of each level of this course determined by the placement test taken at enrolment, students are expected to be at different levels as determined by the Common European Framework (CEF) and should be able to understand and use familiar expressions and phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type; ask and answer questions about personal identification and personal relations; talk and write about their everyday lives, leisure, entertainment, finance, problems; ask and answer questions about university degrees, job skills and situations; invite and respond to invitations read and listen for gist, detail and comprehension; evaluate their own progress; participate in role plays and dialogues on familiar topics and produce a paragraph/ essay on topics related to the course material. By the end of this course students are expected to be at A1 level of the Common European Framework (CEF) and should be able to understand and use familiar expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type; ask and answer questions about personal identification and personal relations; students should be able to introduce themselves and others by using pronouns and possessives, use greetings, name things in the classroom, distinguish between singular and plural, recognize and use numbers from 1- 100. Students should be able to describe a typical day, recognize and use simple constructions in order to describe their daily routine; talk and write about their everyday lives, leisure; ask and answer questions about food and drink. students should be able to give dates, use appropriately the vocabulary related to months in the year, make polite requests, describe places, travel and personal histories; choose a destination and give directions; discuss likes and dislikes.
  • [E2533] English Language 2
    By the end of each level of this course determined by the placement test taken at enrolment, students are expected to be at different levels as determined by the Common European Framework (CEF) and should be able to understand and use familiar expressions and phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type; ask and answer questions about personal identification and personal relations; talk and write about their everyday lives, leisure, entertainment, finance, problems; ask and answer questions about university degrees, job skills and situations; invite and respond to invitations read and listen for gist, detail and comprehension; evaluate their own progress; participate in role plays and dialogues on familiar topics and produce a paragraph/ essay on topics related to the course material. By the end of this course students are expected to be at A1 level of the Common European Framework (CEF) and should be able to understand and use familiar expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type; ask and answer questions about personal identification and personal relations; students should be able to introduce themselves and others by using pronouns and possessives, use greetings, name things in the classroom, distinguish between singular and plural, recognize and use numbers from 1- 100. Students should be able to describe a typical day, recognize and use simple constructions in order to describe their daily routine; talk and write about their everyday lives, leisure; ask and answer questions about food and drink. students should be able to give dates, use appropriately the vocabulary related to months in the year, make polite requests, describe places, travel and personal histories; choose a destination and give directions; discuss likes and dislikes.
  • [E2534] English Language 3
    By the end of each level of this course determined by the placement test taken at enrolment, students are expected to be at different levels as determined by the Common European Framework (CEF) and should be able to understand and use familiar expressions and phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type; ask and answer questions about personal identification and personal relations; talk and write about their everyday lives, leisure, entertainment, finance, problems; ask and answer questions about different phenomena including crime and natural disasters, invite and respond to invitations read and listen for gist, detail and comprehension; evaluate their own progress; participate in role plays and dialogues on familiar topics and produce a paragraph/ essay on topics related to the course material. By the end of this course students are expected to be at B1 level of the Common European Framework (CEF). They should be able to ask and answer questions about university degrees, job skills and situations; invite and respond to invitations. Students should be able to ask about or describe family relationships and marital status and they should be able to recognize and use appropriately vocabulary related to degrees and university education, art, travelling and sport.
  • [E2535] English Language 4
    By the end of each level of this course determined by the placement test taken at enrolment, students are expected to be at different levels as determined by the Common European Framework (CEF) and should be able to understand and use familiar expressions and phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type; ask and answer questions about personal identification and personal relations; talk and write about their everyday lives, leisure, entertainment, environment finance, problems; ask and answer questions about university degrees, job skills and situations. They should be able to evaluate their own progress; participate in role plays and dialogues on familiar topics and produce a paragraph/ essay on topics related to the course material. By the end of this course students are expected to be at B2 level of the Common European Framework (CEF); They are expected to be independent users of English language and to implement some of the following language functions: give advice; ask and answer questions about university degrees, job skills and situations; invite and respond to invitations, read and listen for gist, detail and comprehension.
  • [E2536] English Language 5
    Academic English is a one semester course which aims to enable the students with skills which can facilitate their language learning and their study progress in an academic teaching and learning environment. The course should enable them to use those skills in both foreign language classroom as well as academic progress in content areas. The course incorporates language skills, study skills and generally applicable skills (listening, delivering oral presentations, constructing arguments) in specific assignments. Therefore, upon successful completion of the course, the students’ proficiency level should be at C1 according to Common European Framework. As a result, the students should be able to deliver successfully oral presentation, participate in an online debate/ discussion forum stating their opinion and arguments and give feedback to others in a constructive manner. In addition, the students should be able to listen and read for gist and detail and write an argumentative paragraph and essay stating their opinion. They should and write a problem solution paragraph and essay. They should be able to present visual information in a form of Power Point poster presentations. The students should be able to identify main ideas and supporting evidence in a text and to analyse and identify topic sentences in a paragraph. They should be able to identify a purpose of a text, patterns of organization in a text and apply them in their own writing.
  • [ESS-01] English for Social Sciences 1
    Aims of the course program: This course is offered with the aim of improving the four main language skills such as reading, writing, listening and speaking in the content-specific area as well as revision and advancement of selected intermediate and upper-intermediate grammatical items and vocabulary in the field of social sciences. This is done to enable students to comprehend more complicated texts in the said area and enable them to communicate fluently with colleagues and experts in the social sciences field.
  • [ESS-02] English for Social Sciences 2
    Aims of the course program: This course is offered with the aim of improving the four main language skills such as reading, writing, listening and speaking in the content-specific area as well as revision and advancement of selected intermediate and upper-intermediate grammatical items and vocabulary in the field of social sciences. This is done to enable students to comprehend more complicated texts in the said area and enable them to communicate fluently with colleagues and experts in the social sciences field.

Semester 4

• [C2070] [3 ECTS] Written communication
  Course objectives: - To gain knowledge about the writing process (stages in creating a text). - To approve the standard language norms. - To achieve an academic level for written expressions in Albanian, Macedonian or English, which will apply the previously acquired knowledge of the standard language. - Encourage student motivation for written expressions regardless of text types and forms. - To approve the criteria of textuality, which are essential for a text. - Acquisition of materials search skills (libraries and online resources).
• [C2826] [6 ECTS] Communication and Interpersonal Relationships
  Course objective is to enable students to acquire fundamental knowledge from the theory and practice of interpersonal communication. Through this course, students will analyze the communication process, evaluate the importance of communication and interpersonal relationships, and understand its role in building and developing effective human relationships. Additionally, they will address communication barriers and strategies for managing conflicts in interpersonal relationships.
• [C2824] [6 ECTS] Statistics in Educational Research
  Course objectives are: • To provide understanding of the role and importance of statistics in educational research. • To develop analytical skills for processing, analyzing, and interpreting educational data.
• [C2823] [6 ECTS] Social Pedagogy
  The course “Social Pedagogy” aims to provide students with in-depth knowledge of educational processes in social contexts such as family, community, and social institutions. It aims to develop competencies for analyzing social issues and designing educational interventions grounded in the values of social justice, equality, and inclusion. Students will develop skills to identify social needs, communicate with at-risk groups, and plan educational and social programs aimed at promoting the well-being and development of individuals and communities. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to: 1. Explain the basic concepts of social pedagogy and its role in society. 2. Analyze the influence of social factors on the educational development of individuals. 3. Identify and interpret social problems and the needs of at-risk groups. 4. Use models and methods of social pedagogy for educational and social interventions. 5. Design plans and programs that support the development and well-being of individuals and communities. 6. Apply the principles of social justice, equality, and inclusion in educational practices.
• [C2825] [6 ECTS] Curriculum and Instructional Planning
  By the end of the course, students should be able to: develop an understanding of the concept, nature, and scope of curriculum; be able to plan instruction systematically and scientifically; be able to translate curriculum objectives into classroom practice; promote effective teaching–learning processes through proper planning; be prepared to meet diverse learner needs using appropriate instructional strategies and foster reflective and professional teaching practices.
• [3 ECTS] English Language
  • [E2532] English Language 1
    By the end of each level of this course determined by the placement test taken at enrolment, students are expected to be at different levels as determined by the Common European Framework (CEF) and should be able to understand and use familiar expressions and phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type; ask and answer questions about personal identification and personal relations; talk and write about their everyday lives, leisure, entertainment, finance, problems; ask and answer questions about university degrees, job skills and situations; invite and respond to invitations read and listen for gist, detail and comprehension; evaluate their own progress; participate in role plays and dialogues on familiar topics and produce a paragraph/ essay on topics related to the course material. By the end of this course students are expected to be at A1 level of the Common European Framework (CEF) and should be able to understand and use familiar expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type; ask and answer questions about personal identification and personal relations; students should be able to introduce themselves and others by using pronouns and possessives, use greetings, name things in the classroom, distinguish between singular and plural, recognize and use numbers from 1- 100. Students should be able to describe a typical day, recognize and use simple constructions in order to describe their daily routine; talk and write about their everyday lives, leisure; ask and answer questions about food and drink. students should be able to give dates, use appropriately the vocabulary related to months in the year, make polite requests, describe places, travel and personal histories; choose a destination and give directions; discuss likes and dislikes.
  • [E2533] English Language 2
    By the end of each level of this course determined by the placement test taken at enrolment, students are expected to be at different levels as determined by the Common European Framework (CEF) and should be able to understand and use familiar expressions and phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type; ask and answer questions about personal identification and personal relations; talk and write about their everyday lives, leisure, entertainment, finance, problems; ask and answer questions about university degrees, job skills and situations; invite and respond to invitations read and listen for gist, detail and comprehension; evaluate their own progress; participate in role plays and dialogues on familiar topics and produce a paragraph/ essay on topics related to the course material. By the end of this course students are expected to be at A1 level of the Common European Framework (CEF) and should be able to understand and use familiar expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type; ask and answer questions about personal identification and personal relations; students should be able to introduce themselves and others by using pronouns and possessives, use greetings, name things in the classroom, distinguish between singular and plural, recognize and use numbers from 1- 100. Students should be able to describe a typical day, recognize and use simple constructions in order to describe their daily routine; talk and write about their everyday lives, leisure; ask and answer questions about food and drink. students should be able to give dates, use appropriately the vocabulary related to months in the year, make polite requests, describe places, travel and personal histories; choose a destination and give directions; discuss likes and dislikes.
  • [E2534] English Language 3
    By the end of each level of this course determined by the placement test taken at enrolment, students are expected to be at different levels as determined by the Common European Framework (CEF) and should be able to understand and use familiar expressions and phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type; ask and answer questions about personal identification and personal relations; talk and write about their everyday lives, leisure, entertainment, finance, problems; ask and answer questions about different phenomena including crime and natural disasters, invite and respond to invitations read and listen for gist, detail and comprehension; evaluate their own progress; participate in role plays and dialogues on familiar topics and produce a paragraph/ essay on topics related to the course material. By the end of this course students are expected to be at B1 level of the Common European Framework (CEF). They should be able to ask and answer questions about university degrees, job skills and situations; invite and respond to invitations. Students should be able to ask about or describe family relationships and marital status and they should be able to recognize and use appropriately vocabulary related to degrees and university education, art, travelling and sport.
  • [E2535] English Language 4
    By the end of each level of this course determined by the placement test taken at enrolment, students are expected to be at different levels as determined by the Common European Framework (CEF) and should be able to understand and use familiar expressions and phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type; ask and answer questions about personal identification and personal relations; talk and write about their everyday lives, leisure, entertainment, environment finance, problems; ask and answer questions about university degrees, job skills and situations. They should be able to evaluate their own progress; participate in role plays and dialogues on familiar topics and produce a paragraph/ essay on topics related to the course material. By the end of this course students are expected to be at B2 level of the Common European Framework (CEF); They are expected to be independent users of English language and to implement some of the following language functions: give advice; ask and answer questions about university degrees, job skills and situations; invite and respond to invitations, read and listen for gist, detail and comprehension.
  • [E2536] English Language 5
    Academic English is a one semester course which aims to enable the students with skills which can facilitate their language learning and their study progress in an academic teaching and learning environment. The course should enable them to use those skills in both foreign language classroom as well as academic progress in content areas. The course incorporates language skills, study skills and generally applicable skills (listening, delivering oral presentations, constructing arguments) in specific assignments. Therefore, upon successful completion of the course, the students’ proficiency level should be at C1 according to Common European Framework. As a result, the students should be able to deliver successfully oral presentation, participate in an online debate/ discussion forum stating their opinion and arguments and give feedback to others in a constructive manner. In addition, the students should be able to listen and read for gist and detail and write an argumentative paragraph and essay stating their opinion. They should and write a problem solution paragraph and essay. They should be able to present visual information in a form of Power Point poster presentations. The students should be able to identify main ideas and supporting evidence in a text and to analyse and identify topic sentences in a paragraph. They should be able to identify a purpose of a text, patterns of organization in a text and apply them in their own writing.
  • [ESS-01] English for Social Sciences 1
    Aims of the course program: This course is offered with the aim of improving the four main language skills such as reading, writing, listening and speaking in the content-specific area as well as revision and advancement of selected intermediate and upper-intermediate grammatical items and vocabulary in the field of social sciences. This is done to enable students to comprehend more complicated texts in the said area and enable them to communicate fluently with colleagues and experts in the social sciences field.
  • [ESS-02] English for Social Sciences 2
    Aims of the course program: This course is offered with the aim of improving the four main language skills such as reading, writing, listening and speaking in the content-specific area as well as revision and advancement of selected intermediate and upper-intermediate grammatical items and vocabulary in the field of social sciences. This is done to enable students to comprehend more complicated texts in the said area and enable them to communicate fluently with colleagues and experts in the social sciences field.

Semester 5

• [C2827] [6 ECTS] Methodology of Educational Work
  This course aims to develop students’ theoretical and practical competencies in the methodology of educational work and teaching. Upon completion, students will be able to: -understand the principles and core concepts of educational work methodology; -plan and organize teaching activities according to didactic standards; -employ modern teaching methods and techniques; -evaluate the effectiveness of teaching and learning processes; -develop critical thinking and reflective skills regarding educational practice. -prepare lesson plans and educational programs based on methodological principles; -apply a variety of teaching methods and didactic techniques in real classroom settings; -analyze and assess student achievement and the teaching process; -communicate effectively and collaborate in educational activities; -reflect critically on teaching experiences and propose improvements.
• [C2828] [6 ECTS] Educational Evaluation and Assessment
  Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:  Explain the basic concepts and principles of educational evaluation and assessment.  Apply basic methods and techniques for assessing students’ knowledge and achievements.  Design and use simple assessment instruments such as tests, rubrics, and checklists.  Analyze and interpret assessment results in order to improve the teaching process.  Apply ethical principles and fairness in the assessment process.
• [C2829] [6 ECTS] Family Pedagogy
  The course aims to develop students’ theoretical knowledge and professional competencies related to the role of the family in education and upbringing. The course equips students with the ability to understand family structures, functions, and dynamics, and to analyze the educational role of the family within different social, cultural, and developmental contexts. Emphasis is placed on linking pedagogical theory with family practices and contemporary challenges affecting family life. By the end of the course, the student will be able to explain the role and importance of the family in the educational and developmental process of children and young people, identify and analyze different family structures, functions, and parenting styles, understand the relationship between family, school, and society in education and upbringing, apply theoretical concepts of family pedagogy to real-life family and educational contexts, and critically reflect on contemporary challenges faced by families and their implications for education and upbringing.
• [6 ECTS] Elective from other unit
  • [CPA-101 ] Introduction to Public Administration
    Public administration is an area of special scientific interest. The course Introduction to Public Administration will provide students with knowledge regarding the basic concepts of public administration. Special attention will be devoted for acquiring knowledge about the evolution of public administration, as well as the envisaged reforms of the public administration in our country. Furthermore, the students will have the opportunity to understand and critically analyse the phenomena’s that public administration is challenged with. Since the study area of this course is subject to continuous change, a special focus will be given to new developments and study classical theories of public administration. In this course we will investigate the following concepts: definitions and basic knowledge about the principles and institutions of public administration, the role and importance of public administration in an organized society; genesis and historical development of public administration, public administration, organizational structures, functioning of institutions of administration public administration services; Decision Making in AP, public administration service for the protection and realization of human rights, public administration reforms in RNM etc.
  • [CPA-201] Public Leadership and Organizational Development
    Administrata publike paraqet një fushë të veçantë me interes shkencor. Lënda: Hyrje në Administrimin Publik duhet t’u ofrojë studentëve njohuri mbi konceptet themelore të administratës publike. Kujdes i posaçëm do t’i kushtohet ofrimit të njohurive për evoluimin e administratës publike, si dhe të reformave të parapara të administratës publike në vendin tonë. Gjithashtu, studentët do të kenë mundësi të njoftohen dhe në mënyrë kritike ta analizojnë zhvillimin dhe fenomenet në administratën publike. Meqë lëmi i studimit është objekt i ndryshimit të pandërprerë, kujdes i veçantë do t’u kushtohet zhvillimeve të reja si dhe teorive klasike të studimit të administratës publike. Materia hulumtuese e kësaj lënde konsiston në: përkufizimet dhe njohuritë themelore për parimet dhe institucionet e administratës publike, rolin dhe rëndësinë e administratës publike në shoqërinë e organizuar, gjenezën dhe zhvillimin historik të administratës publike, strukturat organizative të administratës publike, funksionimin e institucioneve të administratës publike, shërbimet e administratës publike, vendimmarrjen në AP.
  • [CPA-302] Introduction to Public Policies
    The Course aims to provide students easier understanding and mastery of public policy; its principles for creating and running a particular policy; and the analysis, implementation, evaluation and development of policy. Management of public policies is a discipline for problem solving that draws upon knowledge of basic theories and methodologies of social sciences, the social professions and the philosophy of politics.
  • [CLE-101] Introduction to Law
    Aims of the course program: Students gain basic knowledge about the law and the State; Empower students in acquiring theoretical knowledge related to the various forms of the State; Critical review of the law as a social phenomenon; Encourage analytical review by students related to the problems now facing the State and the law in terms of globalization and European integration; At the end of the course students will be able to distinguish the basic forms of the State and the law; To explain the basic notions of the State and the law and their connection with real life; To gain a basic, introductory and general knowledge of the State and the law that will be needed for their further studies in general legal sciences;
  • [ELE-708] Introduction to Criminalistics
    In this course, students will acquire and deepen their knowledge in criminalistics. This discipline in a wide sense contributes to fighting crime aiding its detection and prevention. The program of criminalistics will be elaborated in a theoretical and practical aspect (through consultation, reference literature, debates and discussions with students). The purpose of this course is to prepare and train the students for use and application of modern criminalistics tools and methods employed to detect and explain the various crimes as well as in regard to crime prevention.
  • [E2843] Labour and social security law
    Aims of the course program: • To provide students with relevant knowledge on labor law and social security as a positive branch of law and as a science; • Students will acquire solid theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of labor relations, and other rights arising from the labor relationship, i.e. rights from social insurance. Students will also gain a more detailed overview of rights, obligations and responsibilities from the employment relationship and social security rights. • To provide students with theoretical knowledge on the main notions and institutes of labor law and social security; • To become familiar with the corpus of issues and problems studied and regulated by labor law and social security, with the path of historical development of labor law and social security institutions, as well as with its rise and fall over time; • To encourage the students with analytical and critical thinking regarding the problems faced today by the right to work and social security in RNM. • To enable students to make the appropriate theoretical and practical distinctions of notions and phenomena with a labor character in the legal system of the RNM, to distinguish their basic and essential characteristics, as well as to notice their importance and operation in practice; • To be part of contemporary developments in the field of labor law, students will be informed about the development, role and importance of the International Labor Organization (ILO), which is the creator and relevant controller in the implementation of international labor standards. The protection of rights from the labor relationship is realized not only at the national level but also at the international level, therefore one of the objectives of this course is for students to acquire the program from this course by consulting and analyzing the cases from the practice of the courts in the country, but also the cases by the European Court of Human Rights.
  • [E2842] International law on human rights
    Aims of the course program: The struggle for human rights begins with the historic efforts to identify them. Over the time, the corpus of rights and freedoms that are incriminated by laws or international treaties is expanding but it certainly does not prove that the same are respected in practice. Human rights at the first were considered as internal matters of states (under the principle of absolute sovereignty of states) and only in more recent times have gained the title of jus cogens norms. This course will study how to develop doctrine on human rights, types and categories of human rights and will be studied the relevant documents that regulate certain rights. The purpose of this course is: to introduce students to the concept of international law on human rights, implementation of the same, influence in the formulation of national policies; This will encourage students to critically reflect on the relationship between international law and national law; make them aware of current international events, how they affect the daily lives of people in the world; encourage students to contribute in matters of drafting laws for the protection of human rights.
  • [ELE-607] Intellectual property law
    Course aims: Within the course Intellectual property law, students will gain in-depth knowledge in the field of intellectual property. By studying the program of this subject, students will gain knowledge about copyright and related rights, as well as industrial property rights. The course program includes topics related to the concept, origin, and development of intellectual property rights, as well as the different types of domestic and international sources of intellectual property. Greater attention will be paid to the study of different types of intellectual property rights, their transfer, and ways of protecting these rights. Students will gain knowledge of the basics of intellectual property law, the types of rights, and the holders of these rights. At the same time, they will be trained to recognize and distinguish intellectual property rights and the need for their protection in everyday life situations. As for the rights subject to registration, students will be trained on how to complete an application form for a patent, trademark, industrial design, etc. Students will be able to distinguish creators (authors, inventors) from rights holders, physical and legal persons, but also understand what rights they have (moral, material, and other rights). By gaining knowledge about the rights that belong to the holders, students will gain practical knowledge of how the circulation of intellectual property rights is carried out, understanding the importance and economic value of these rights in the world and in our country. In particular, they will acquire skills for negotiating and drafting agreements for the transfer of intellectual property rights, such as license contracts, franchising contracts, technology transfer contracts, publishing contracts, film work agreements, contracts for public performance, contracts for the author's work from an employment relationship, etc. As a result of the acquired knowledge, students will be able to recognize and identify everyday violations of intellectual property rights (counterfeiting and piracy), but will also study the causes of these phenomena, as well as other types of anti-competitive conduct. As a logical conclusion of this course, students will be able to gain knowledge about the protection of these rights. The aim of the course Intellectual property law is to enable students to: - understand the complex system of intellectual property rights, as well as their legal regulation - understand the different types of intellectual property rights and how to create, realize and protect them - be able to put intellectual property rights into circulation in the right way - prepare for giving professional exams for representatives in this field - acquire the ability to efficiently implement the legal framework in this field, as a new and promising field of law.
  • [E2996] New Reproductive Technologies and Law
    The aim of the course “New Reproductive Technologies and the Law” is to enable students to acquire advanced knowledge and competencies regarding the legal, bioethical, medical, and social aspects of contemporary reproductive technologies, as well as their impact on the concepts of family, parenthood, and human rights. The specific objectives of the course are: to provide knowledge on the emergence, development, and application of new reproductive technologies and their impact on modern society; to ensure understanding of the fundamental legal concepts related to reproduction, parenthood, and family relationships; to analyze the national and international legal framework governing medically assisted reproduction; to develop the ability to identify and address complex legal issues related to: (the legal status of children born through these technologies, the rights and obligations of parents and donors, the conflict between the child’s right to know their origin and the donor’s right to anonymity); to enhance understanding of bioethical dilemmas related to the creation of life, scientific research, and the limits of medical intervention;to foster critical thinking regarding the balance between reproductive autonomy and the protection of the public interest and the best interests of the child; to promote an interdisciplinary approach in the analysis of legal issues related to biotechnology and reproductive medicine; to develop the capacity for critical evaluation of legislation and judicial practice.
  • [ELE-408] Domestic Violence
    Domestic violence is a social phenomenon of wide scale and widespread in contemporary society. It is present in all states and societies regardless of their development and emancipation. Immune to this phenomenon is neither our country nor the region in which we live. Therefore, law students through this course gain knowledge of what is domestic violence, the forms in which it is manifested, the legal arrangements in the country, the region and the international sphere as well as the ways of preventing it. Through this course, students at the end of the course will be able to identify domestic violence, identify criminal offenses that are incriminated in the Criminal Code as domestic violence, and develop critical thinking about this problematic. This course enables the future jurisdiction to handle issues of this sphere of high sensitivity as well as to provide the most adequate assistance and protection for the victims of these criminal offenses in the exercise of his future profession as a judge, prosecutor or lawyer.
  • [CCS-101] Introduction to Computer Sciences
    This course presents a wide, integrated introduction to fundamental concepts of computer sciences. The following subjects are covered: history of computing; digital logic and digital systems; introduction to computer architectures, basic algorithms, problem solving and data structures; introduction to programming languages, operating systems, databases, networks, web and software engineering; application types, including specific software descriptions (word processors, database, browsers, etc.); traditional and multimedia data processing.
  • [CCS-102] Internet Technologies
    The main objective of the course is to give students a practical knowledge of basic mechanisms, services and protocols of the global network - Internet. The course provides mastering of the overall architecture of an effective, scalable and secured web page. The students will acquire deep technical knowledge of XML, XHTML (lists, tables, figures, multimedia and forms), CSS (formatting, styles and layouts), and JavaScript (variables, conditions, loops and functions).
  • [CCS-402] Applied Probability and Statistics
    The course objective is to provide students with the required knowledge of probabilities and statistics that have direct application in computer sciences. The goal is to learn about the processing of statistical data, their rules and presentation, and the laws for appropriate conclusions based on processed data. Furthermore, the students will learn about basic principles of probability and their application in different areas of everyday life, especially in the field of computer science.
  • [ECS-500] E-Commerce
    Course Objectives: To introduce students to the fundamentals of e-commerce as an intersection of business, technology, and society. To provide knowledge of digital business models, e-commerce infrastructure, and online platforms. To analyze the economic, social, and regulatory implications of e-commerce. To develop skills for evaluating e-commerce market strategies, technologies, and trends. To encourage critical thinking about issues of trust, security, privacy, and ethics in the digital economy. To provide students with practical tools for designing and implementing e-commerce solutions. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to: Define and explain key concepts and theories of e-commerce.  Identify and evaluate different e-commerce business models and revenue generation strategies.  Analyze the role of internet, web, and mobile infrastructure in enabling e-commerce.  Assess marketing strategies, advertising, and consumer behavior in e-commerce.  Apply knowledge of payment systems, security, and regulatory frameworks in practice.  Conduct case study analyses of real-world e-commerce companies.  Design and present an e-commerce project or business plan.  Work collaboratively to propose solutions to digital transformation challenges.
  • [CISM2021] Introduction to Information Systems
    Aims of the course program: To learn the basic concepts and the terminology of Information Systems: - Basic Information Systems concepts: hardware, software, networks; - E-World: e-business and e-commerce; - Developing Processes; To learn about the Information Systems and technologies that improve business values and various processes inside organizations; Applying IS concepts with various managing disciplines, during analysis, interpretation, assessments and decisions; To understand the process of redesigning organizations by using information systems; To describe the role of information systems in decision making; To examine information security, ethical, and social issues; To be familiar with the Internet, electronic commerce, and e-business; To prepare students to work on small scale projects, individual or group work, who by nature could fall into these categories: case studies, scientific research project, development projects or internship projects;
  • [ECS3060] IT Professional Ethics
    This course provides a comprehensive overview of the current ethical issues in Information Technology (IT) use. It examines an array of long-standing and emerging issues facing IT users ranging from free speech, privacy, intellectual property, hacking, and the digital divide, to ethics in social networking and online communities. The course discusses the ethical dilemmas and responsibilities of IT professionals, and promotes the critical examination and responsible usage of IT.
  • [EFE-129] Albanian Language and Writing Culture
    The course, Albanian language and writing culture, is a synthesis of rules and guidelines for improvement of the skills for written and oral expression in Albanian. Students are expected to improve these skills by becoming familiar with the spelling and punctuation rules, some morphological norms, as well as the Albanian syntax, all in order to achieve proper use of the language. An accent will be put on motivating them for fluent speaking and raising their awareness for use of the Albanian pure standard language. A special attention will also be paid to encouraging students to advance the process of writing and increasing their understanding about the differences between specific genres. The issue of academic integrity (plagiarism) will also be tackled, as well as the specific terminology of the different areas of specialization. All these topics will be offered as separate lessons, that is, as rules, guidelines and exercises, which complement each other.
  • [EFE-105] German Language 1-4
    After completing this course, students will be able to gain appropriate knowledge according to the European Language Framework (specifically and concretely determined by level). In addition, students are expected to become more autonomous and more responsible language learners. By the end of the course, students will be able to think critically and make conclusions about different topics based on the texts that they have read, as well as to express their thoughts and opinions in written and spoken German.
  • [EEL-613] Multiculturalism in Teaching English Language
    Course objectives: Getting to know the basic principles of culture, cultural relativism, intercultural and multicultural education and addressing these issues in the context of teaching English as a foreign language. Learning about efficient models for promotion of multiculturalism in the educational process where learning English plays a crucial role being a neutral language for the students regardless of the ethnic background. Students should be able to present their opinions regarding culture and globalization and the influence that these processes have in education. They should be able to discuss issues related to the themes of tolerance, understanding, and accommodating diversity. They will also work towards producing essays treating the issues of cultural relativism, stereotypes, prejudices, as well as the development of concepts like intercultural cooperation and multicultural education. Creating educational models for multicultural cooperation and their application in the process of teaching English as a second language. Developing an educational strategy that would prove successful in situations where there might be tensions among students due to the lack of tolerance.
  • [EFE-108 ] Intercultural Studies
    Having completed this course, the students will be able to identify global questions and problems from the perspectives of different cultures, the communication dynamics in the other cultures, the similarities and the differences between their values and those of other cultures, as well as the similarities and differences between their communication practices and those from other cultures. In addition, students are expected to become more aware of the stereotypes that society has for different cultures and as a result will better understand their place in the global community. The students will start thinking critically about topics related to their ethnicity, gender identity, class, religion, national origin, age and other demographic characteristics and their impact on the communication process. After finishing Intercultural Studies, the students will also gain communication skills for working in groups through participation in research projects and will acquire the necessary skills to present their research projects.
  • [E2539] Critical Reasoning and Thinking
    At the end of this course, students will become able to improve the quality of their thinking by capturing the inherent structures of the act of thinking and by making them subjects to their intellectual and academic standards. They will develop strategies for decision making based on reflection, reason and logic. Through this course, students will learn the tendencies, approximations and assumptions on which their reflections are based, and the conditions and the outcomes derived from their ways of thinking. This reflective thought is the active, careful and persistent examination of all beliefs in the light of the fundamentals that support them and their conclusions. Students will be equipped with knowledge and skills needed to bring reasoned decisions which are required in everyday circumstances, and which are related to the jobs they will perform.
  • [E2841] Media and Information Literacy
  • [EPRNM-02] Public Relations and New Media
    The course focuses on the development of those communication skills and techniques that are essential for effective functioning in the era of globalization. Students will elaborate the process of globalization, social, political, economic and cultural aspects of modern phenomenon, the consequences and impacts in the communication sphere marked an era of postmodernism, particularly the impact of new social media, their structure, Multilanguage functions of social networks, the effects and consequences in the modern world communication realities.
  • [ECM-602] Media and Society
    Media and Society introduces students to the discipline which studies the complex relationship between media and society, as well as the role of mass media as mediating technologies for mass and global communication. The main aims of this course are the political, economic, social and cultural implications of media on society.
  • [CBE-101] Introduction to Economics and Business
    The primary purpose of this course is to develop a basic understanding of the major economic concepts and theories used in analysing economic issues. This course is designed in a way to equip students with basic principles, concepts and techniques in doing economic analysis. At the end of the course, the students should be able to “think like an economist”. This course provides a survey of the principles of micro- and macroeconomics with a focus on applied managerial decision-making in a global setting. Upon completion of the course, students should be able to: utilize the demand and supply model to determine the impact of changes in demand or supply on price and quantity; define GDP and describe its measurement, uses, and limitations as a measure of economic wellbeing; define Inflation and describe its measurement, consequences, and how to adjust for it; as well as describe the role and tools of a central bank.
  • [CBE-103] Parimet e menaxhmentit
    The purpose of this course is to familiarize students with the basics of management, its genesis, definition and basic principles which should be based on the work of any future manager. This course also aims to acquaint students with knowledge of the basic functions of management as planning, organizing, coordinating, motivating and controlling. Mastery of this subject will provide students with the ability: - To learn the basics of management and to enable them to give concrete examples. - To be able to see the mastery of this subject as the need and acquiring knowledge to be in the context of practical application of learning. - To think of an effective way this will help them to face with business problems in their future life.
  • [EBE-408] Project Management
    This course aims to introduce students to the world of modern projects and prepare them to face the opportunities and real-life economic challenges involved in designing and implementing projects that meet actual needs. It focuses on understanding the phases of project development, as well as the essential role of the project manager in defining needs, scope, implementation activities, and the complexity of modern project design. In addition, the course aims to equip students with the skills to use contemporary project management tools and techniques, transforming an idea or need into a real, structured, and documented project. In this way, students develop creativity, innovation, and greater competitiveness in the labour market.
  • [EBE-409] Corporate Social Responsibility and Ethics
    The course aims to: - Provide students with general knowledge in the field of corporations and corporate operations. - Equip students with advanced knowledge regarding the social responsibility of modern corporations. - Enable students to critically approach corporate social responsibility programs of modern corporations, particularly in terms of their underlying goals and motives. - Enable students to conduct critical analyses of the involvement of modern corporations in social responsibility activities. - Enable students to design and develop corporate social responsibility programs.
  • [EBEM-503] Business Communication
    Contents of the curriculum: In recent years more and more companies apply the techniques of business communication as a key tool to respond to competition in the global market. This subject is an attempt to improve the communication skills of students with theoretical and above all, and practical indication of the correct way of communicating in an organizational environment with employees and managers as well as holding meetings, interviewing, how to respond when interviewing, negotiating and motivating those around them.
  • [EBE-403] Business Plan
    The aim of the course is to assist students in understanding the behaviour of conscious enterprise in modern economic conditions
  • [EF999] French Language 1-2-3
    The purpose of this course is for students to strengthen their language skills and competencies, as well as to develop four communication competencies, particularly in the following areas: • to be able to express an opinion, • to be able to express their feelings, • to understand the essence of an expression, thought or idea, • to be able to argue and defend their opinion. • to manage different situations, • to maintain a simple and coherent speech, • to tell an event, • to talk about a dream or experience, • to present the reasons for a project or idea, • to communicate spontaneously.
  • [BSIL3010] Italian Language 1-2-3
    The purpose of the course is for students to get acquainted with the Italian culture, the Italian civilization and the Italian language. The idea is for students to know a slightly different reality, which may help them to become aware of themselves, as well as in creating a better picture for themselves and for their future. Corresponding to the level (from A1 to B2), which students choose, or the levels that they will follow in the semesters they have at their disposal for a free elective subject, the matter progresses deeper. The first level starts from basic settings such as: orthography (spelling), pronunciation, vocabulary for managing simple, everyday language situations (personal presentation, presentation of others, orientation in space and in time, communication expressions in a bar, restaurant, supermarket, on the market), and it is reaching more complex constructions in the continuing stages, which refer to the expression of attitude, desire, need, telling past events, talking about future actions, etc. Grammar is introduced inductively (through awareness of situations (audio recordings, videos, films, various texts) and conclusions), in which the students themselves playing the key role, with their active participation in the lectures.
  • [EFE-102] Academic Writing in English
    In this course, students’ academic writing skills will be enhanced in a variety of ways. Students will be enabled to communicate their ideas in a clear, fluent and effective way in order to produce a piece of writing. Students’ academic writing skills will be developed through activities that promote writing such as writing different types of paragraphs and essays. In addition, students will be introduced to paraphrasing and citing rules as well as will be made aware of what plagiarism is. Giving feedback on students’ pieces of writing will involve self-correction, peer-correction and teacher-correction of content, organization and language errors.
  • [E2529] Communication Skills in a Professional Setting in English
    The purpose of the course is to develop the communication skills that are essential for effective functioning in the professional world in English. The course objectives focus on a wide range of professional settings and issues. Students will study the process for analysis of different communication situations and will accordingly comprehend them.
  • [EDOL-03] Digital and Online Literacy
    Digital and Online Literacy is a one-semester course meeting 3 class hours per week, offered in the undergraduate studies. The course is designed according to students’ needs and it includes several 21st century skills related to using technology appropriately and effectively. The course will encompass the three categories of the 21st century skills. By the end of the course students will be able to search for and access online information successfully using variety of digital tools, critically evaluate the reliability of online resources and distinguishing between credible and untrustworthy sources, demonstrate understanding of ethical issues related to academic context, understand proper referencing in order to avoid plagiarism, learn how to effectively communicate in a professional manner, understand the basics of being safe online and the positive and negative aspects of creating an online identity, investigate cyber bullying and identify possible solutions for reducing online harassment.
  • [ECE-02] Conversational English
    Conversational English is a one semester course designed for intermediate-level English speakers and above and will be available to students in all semesters. English is an international language that facilitates communication in a variety of contexts around the world, ranging from business meetings and transactions to casual conversations between friends and interactions during travel. Conversational English will build students’ listening and speaking skills, providing grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and fluency practice needed for common types of spoken English interactions. This course will cover topics related to professional conversation, casual conversation, and everyday interactions, providing students with conversational confidence in a variety of contexts. Professional conversation will include formal and polite varieties of speech used in contexts such as work meetings or discussions with colleagues. Casual conversation will include practice with language used while socializing with friends or family and other informal situations and will include slang and informal speech. Everyday interactions will include conversations at stores, during travel, and asking for or providing assistance. Methods of learning will focus on practice and will include listening activities, dialogues, role-plays and simulations, debates, and discussions.
  • [E2530] Fiction and Fun
    The course aims to explore a range of attractive and popular literary texts (novels, excerpts, readers and short stories) so as to understand and enjoy the characteristics of different and popular genres, including science fiction, young adult literature and fantasy. Among the course objectives, the following can be included: to develop students’ confidence, fluency and interest in reading in English, to read different types of novels and respond thoughtfully and critically, verbally and in writing, by drawing connections between personal experience, world knowledge and/or other sources (lectures, readings, films) and the assigned text. In addition, the aims are to transfer advanced reading skills to the second language classroom and develop these skills, making the students better readers in both languages. Reading skills include skimming, scanning, predicting, guessing words from context and reading for detailed comprehension.
  • [E2531] English Literature and Film
    Course aims: - to help students develop critical thinking skills through film analysis - to discuss, evaluate and write critical reviews - to critically analyse literary and informational texts - to discuss and analyse students’ work and give peer review - to present different perspectives, support claim, use sensory language
  • [E2540] Macedonian Language for Legal and EU terminology
    The aim of the course is to train students for language competence and language performance in the professional field (i.e., in the field of law and the EU). It is a learner-centred approach that is focused on developing communication skills in specific areas, i.e., deepening and strengthening the skills for advanced written and oral expression in a standard Macedonian language. The intended material includes contents related to professional disciplines, as well as authentic documents and materials. Particular attention is paid to mastering professional terminology and its application in an appropriate language context and to the development of digital skills. Students are expected to become more autonomous in learning the language and to be able to think critically on various topics, as well as to acquire the ability to communicate in Macedonian in a multilingual and multicultural environment.
  • [E2739] Ethics in Public Institutions
    Objectives of the curriculum (competencies): - Has knowledge and understands the semantics and the concepts of morality to ethics, standards of behaviour, moral judgment and moral philosophy. - Develop a position on the moral position in professional life. - Set up clear views on the rights and responsibilities of the employee in state-public administration. - Able to face with ethical problem situations. - Has sense for the character that is required in the profession of administrator. - Is informed through literature, on ethics in the field of public institutions. Ready to use communication tools and to respect ethical standards in working with state institutions and public actors.
  • [E2997] Common Sense Economics
    The aim of the course "Common Sense Economics" is to provide students with a practical understanding of fundamental economic principles, helping them to apply economic reasoning in everyday decision-making, both personally and professionally. The course emphasizes the importance of individual responsibility, market processes, sound economic policies, and the role of institutions in promoting economic well-being.
• [6 ECTS] Elective course
  • [E3049] The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in teaching
    The aim of the course is to enable students to understand the concepts and principles of artificial intelligence and its role in education, as well as to identify opportunities for its integration into the planning, implementation, and evaluation of teaching. The course also aims to develop students’ skills in creating AI-supported teaching activities and resources adapted to different learning styles and student needs, using AI tools for learning analysis, progress tracking, and personalized feedback, as well as developing professional and ethical competencies through the critical evaluation of the benefits and risks of applying AI in teaching.
  • [E3050] Inclusive education and special educational needs
    The aim of the course is for students to understand the concepts and principles of inclusive education, including rights, ethics, and the legal framework, as well as to develop competencies for planning teaching activities that support diversity and equality in learning through the application of differentiated methods and strategies. The course also aims to enable students to implement inclusive teaching adapted to the needs of learners with different abilities and learning styles, to use assessment and feedback techniques that support the individual progress of each student, and to develop professional and ethical competencies for collaboration with students, parents, and colleagues in an inclusive educational environment.
  • [E3051] Innovations in teaching methodologies
    The aim of the course is to enable students to develop advanced competencies in the use of innovative teaching methods and strategies, the integration of digital technology, creative lesson planning, and effective assessment of the teaching and learning process, based on contemporary pedagogical practices and scientific research in the field of education. Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to identify and apply innovative teaching methods and strategies, use digital technology and contemporary teaching tools in the learning process, design lesson plans and creative activities tailored to students’ needs, analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of different teaching and learning methods, and critically reflect on teaching practice and propose evidence-based improvements grounded in pedagogical research.
  • [E3052] Emotional intelligence and psychosocial support
    The course focuses on developing students’ emotional, social, and communication competencies by addressing concepts related to self-awareness, emotional self-regulation, empathy, social skills, and psychological well-being, as well as the role of psychosocial support in educational and broader social contexts. The aim of the course is for students to understand the concept of emotional intelligence, develop skills in self-awareness and emotional regulation, improve empathy and interpersonal skills, understand the importance of psychosocial support, and be trained to provide it to individuals in different life situations.
  • [E3053] Educational policy and leadership
    The aim of the course is for students to gain knowledge of educational policies and leadership in education, as well as to develop analytical and critical skills for the creation, implementation, and evaluation of educational policies. The course also aims to develop leadership competencies for the effective management of educational institutions and processes.
  • [E3054] STEM and creative sciences in schools
    The aim of the course is to enable understanding of fundamental scientific, mathematical, and technological concepts, as well as to develop students’ critical, logical, and creative thinking. The course also aims to encourage teamwork, communication, and innovation, preparing students to apply knowledge in practical and research contexts. Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to identify and explain fundamental scientific concepts and laws, plan and conduct experiments or research using a scientific approach, apply mathematical and technological tools to solve practical problems, develop creative solutions and innovative ideas for projects and assignments, and work in a team while presenting and discussing the results of their work.
  • [E3055] Critical thinking in education
    The course aims to develop students’ ability to:  Understand key theories and models of critical thinking.  Apply critical thinking skills in educational contexts and practice.  Analyze arguments, assumptions, and evidence in educational discourse.  Foster critical thinking skills in learners.
  • [E3056] E-learning and online pedagogy
    The aim of the course is for the student, upon completion, to acquire theoretical knowledge of e-learning and online pedagogy as a new dimension of the teaching process, as well as to develop skills in analyzing different online learning models and strategies (synchronous and asynchronous). The course also aims to enable students to design and implement learning activities in digital learning environments (LMS and educational platforms), to use digital tools and information technologies in a didactic manner in line with the principles of effective teaching, to evaluate the online learning process using formative, summative, and self-assessment instruments, and to continuously reflect on and improve their professional practice in the context of online and hybrid learning.
  • [E3057] Preschool pedagogy in the contemporary world
    The aim of the course is to enable students to develop advanced competencies in planning, implementing, evaluating, and reflecting on educational activities for preschool-aged children, based on contemporary theories of development and early childhood pedagogy, pedagogical research, and inclusive practices.
  • [E3058] Digital safety and the protection of children on social media
    The aim of the course is for students to acquire knowledge and skills in identifying and discussing the risks of children’s use of social networks, defining measures for digital safety and privacy protection, recognizing online violence, misuse, and harmful content, as well as critically analyzing digital behavior and media content. The course also aims for students to understand and apply legal, ethical, and pedagogical principles for the protection of children in the digital environment, and to develop strategies for education, prevention, and response to digital risks, thereby contributing to the creation of a safe digital environment and the improvement of children’s digital literacy and culture.
  • [E3059] Drama and play as tools for language communication
    The aim of the course is for students to develop theoretical and practical competencies in the use of drama and play as methods of language communication, to be trained in interpreting, staging, and analyzing dramatic texts, and to improve their verbal and non-verbal communication skills, creativity, collaboration, and confidence in performance.
  • [E3060] Student mental health and well-being
    The aim of the course is to provide students with theoretical and practical knowledge about students’ mental health in the educational context. The course aims to develop competencies in understanding the psychological, social, and educational factors that influence the mental well-being of children and adolescents, as well as in identifying, analyzing, and addressing mental health challenges in the school environment. Students will also develop professional skills for preventive, supportive, and collaborative approaches in pedagogical practice.

Semester 6

• [C2830] [6 ECTS] Pedagogical Strategies in Schools
  The aim of the course is to equip students with knowledge of the general principles of the teaching process and to enable them to plan, analyze, and evaluate teaching practice. The course aims to help students understand the principles and trends of modern teaching as a specific cognitive process, as well as to acquire fundamental pedagogical concepts and different forms of organizing instruction. Furthermore, it prepares students for planning, implementing, and evaluating the teaching process, as well as for applying modern methodological and innovative approaches in teaching.
• [C2831] [6 ECTS] Counselling and Mentoring Practice
  The aim of the course is to provide students with theoretical and practical knowledge of counseling and mentoring in the educational process, as well as to enable them to plan, implement, and evaluate counseling and mentoring activities. The course aims to develop competencies in effective communication, support, and professional development of students and teaching staff, as well as an understanding of the fundamental concepts, models, and principles of these processes. Furthermore, students will be trained to apply appropriate counseling and mentoring techniques in educational contexts, to plan and conduct individual and group counseling, to analyze and evaluate the impact of mentoring on personal development, and to act professionally and ethically in counseling and mentoring practice.
• [C2832] [6 ECTS] Pedagogical Practice I
  The aim of the course “Pedagogical Practice I” is to enable students to gain initial practical experience in teaching by applying basic theoretical and didactic knowledge in a real classroom environment, as well as to develop competencies for observing, planning, and implementing teaching activities under the supervision of mentor teachers. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to understand and apply the teaching process in accordance with theoretical concepts from pedagogy and didactics, observe and analyze teaching activities by identifying key elements of effective instruction, participate in the planning and implementation of teaching activities under mentorship, use basic tools for assessing learning and provide constructive feedback, and develop professional and ethical competencies, including communication with students, respect for rules, and responsibility in teaching practice.
• [6 ECTS] Elective from other unit
  • [CPA-101 ] Introduction to Public Administration
    Public administration is an area of special scientific interest. The course Introduction to Public Administration will provide students with knowledge regarding the basic concepts of public administration. Special attention will be devoted for acquiring knowledge about the evolution of public administration, as well as the envisaged reforms of the public administration in our country. Furthermore, the students will have the opportunity to understand and critically analyse the phenomena’s that public administration is challenged with. Since the study area of this course is subject to continuous change, a special focus will be given to new developments and study classical theories of public administration. In this course we will investigate the following concepts: definitions and basic knowledge about the principles and institutions of public administration, the role and importance of public administration in an organized society; genesis and historical development of public administration, public administration, organizational structures, functioning of institutions of administration public administration services; Decision Making in AP, public administration service for the protection and realization of human rights, public administration reforms in RNM etc.
  • [CPA-201] Public Leadership and Organizational Development
    Administrata publike paraqet një fushë të veçantë me interes shkencor. Lënda: Hyrje në Administrimin Publik duhet t’u ofrojë studentëve njohuri mbi konceptet themelore të administratës publike. Kujdes i posaçëm do t’i kushtohet ofrimit të njohurive për evoluimin e administratës publike, si dhe të reformave të parapara të administratës publike në vendin tonë. Gjithashtu, studentët do të kenë mundësi të njoftohen dhe në mënyrë kritike ta analizojnë zhvillimin dhe fenomenet në administratën publike. Meqë lëmi i studimit është objekt i ndryshimit të pandërprerë, kujdes i veçantë do t’u kushtohet zhvillimeve të reja si dhe teorive klasike të studimit të administratës publike. Materia hulumtuese e kësaj lënde konsiston në: përkufizimet dhe njohuritë themelore për parimet dhe institucionet e administratës publike, rolin dhe rëndësinë e administratës publike në shoqërinë e organizuar, gjenezën dhe zhvillimin historik të administratës publike, strukturat organizative të administratës publike, funksionimin e institucioneve të administratës publike, shërbimet e administratës publike, vendimmarrjen në AP.
  • [CPA-302] Introduction to Public Policies
    The Course aims to provide students easier understanding and mastery of public policy; its principles for creating and running a particular policy; and the analysis, implementation, evaluation and development of policy. Management of public policies is a discipline for problem solving that draws upon knowledge of basic theories and methodologies of social sciences, the social professions and the philosophy of politics.
  • [CLE-101] Introduction to Law
    Aims of the course program: Students gain basic knowledge about the law and the State; Empower students in acquiring theoretical knowledge related to the various forms of the State; Critical review of the law as a social phenomenon; Encourage analytical review by students related to the problems now facing the State and the law in terms of globalization and European integration; At the end of the course students will be able to distinguish the basic forms of the State and the law; To explain the basic notions of the State and the law and their connection with real life; To gain a basic, introductory and general knowledge of the State and the law that will be needed for their further studies in general legal sciences;
  • [ELE-708] Introduction to Criminalistics
    In this course, students will acquire and deepen their knowledge in criminalistics. This discipline in a wide sense contributes to fighting crime aiding its detection and prevention. The program of criminalistics will be elaborated in a theoretical and practical aspect (through consultation, reference literature, debates and discussions with students). The purpose of this course is to prepare and train the students for use and application of modern criminalistics tools and methods employed to detect and explain the various crimes as well as in regard to crime prevention.
  • [E2843] Labour and social security law
    Aims of the course program: • To provide students with relevant knowledge on labor law and social security as a positive branch of law and as a science; • Students will acquire solid theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of labor relations, and other rights arising from the labor relationship, i.e. rights from social insurance. Students will also gain a more detailed overview of rights, obligations and responsibilities from the employment relationship and social security rights. • To provide students with theoretical knowledge on the main notions and institutes of labor law and social security; • To become familiar with the corpus of issues and problems studied and regulated by labor law and social security, with the path of historical development of labor law and social security institutions, as well as with its rise and fall over time; • To encourage the students with analytical and critical thinking regarding the problems faced today by the right to work and social security in RNM. • To enable students to make the appropriate theoretical and practical distinctions of notions and phenomena with a labor character in the legal system of the RNM, to distinguish their basic and essential characteristics, as well as to notice their importance and operation in practice; • To be part of contemporary developments in the field of labor law, students will be informed about the development, role and importance of the International Labor Organization (ILO), which is the creator and relevant controller in the implementation of international labor standards. The protection of rights from the labor relationship is realized not only at the national level but also at the international level, therefore one of the objectives of this course is for students to acquire the program from this course by consulting and analyzing the cases from the practice of the courts in the country, but also the cases by the European Court of Human Rights.
  • [E2842] International law on human rights
    Aims of the course program: The struggle for human rights begins with the historic efforts to identify them. Over the time, the corpus of rights and freedoms that are incriminated by laws or international treaties is expanding but it certainly does not prove that the same are respected in practice. Human rights at the first were considered as internal matters of states (under the principle of absolute sovereignty of states) and only in more recent times have gained the title of jus cogens norms. This course will study how to develop doctrine on human rights, types and categories of human rights and will be studied the relevant documents that regulate certain rights. The purpose of this course is: to introduce students to the concept of international law on human rights, implementation of the same, influence in the formulation of national policies; This will encourage students to critically reflect on the relationship between international law and national law; make them aware of current international events, how they affect the daily lives of people in the world; encourage students to contribute in matters of drafting laws for the protection of human rights.
  • [ELE-607] Intellectual property law
    Course aims: Within the course Intellectual property law, students will gain in-depth knowledge in the field of intellectual property. By studying the program of this subject, students will gain knowledge about copyright and related rights, as well as industrial property rights. The course program includes topics related to the concept, origin, and development of intellectual property rights, as well as the different types of domestic and international sources of intellectual property. Greater attention will be paid to the study of different types of intellectual property rights, their transfer, and ways of protecting these rights. Students will gain knowledge of the basics of intellectual property law, the types of rights, and the holders of these rights. At the same time, they will be trained to recognize and distinguish intellectual property rights and the need for their protection in everyday life situations. As for the rights subject to registration, students will be trained on how to complete an application form for a patent, trademark, industrial design, etc. Students will be able to distinguish creators (authors, inventors) from rights holders, physical and legal persons, but also understand what rights they have (moral, material, and other rights). By gaining knowledge about the rights that belong to the holders, students will gain practical knowledge of how the circulation of intellectual property rights is carried out, understanding the importance and economic value of these rights in the world and in our country. In particular, they will acquire skills for negotiating and drafting agreements for the transfer of intellectual property rights, such as license contracts, franchising contracts, technology transfer contracts, publishing contracts, film work agreements, contracts for public performance, contracts for the author's work from an employment relationship, etc. As a result of the acquired knowledge, students will be able to recognize and identify everyday violations of intellectual property rights (counterfeiting and piracy), but will also study the causes of these phenomena, as well as other types of anti-competitive conduct. As a logical conclusion of this course, students will be able to gain knowledge about the protection of these rights. The aim of the course Intellectual property law is to enable students to: - understand the complex system of intellectual property rights, as well as their legal regulation - understand the different types of intellectual property rights and how to create, realize and protect them - be able to put intellectual property rights into circulation in the right way - prepare for giving professional exams for representatives in this field - acquire the ability to efficiently implement the legal framework in this field, as a new and promising field of law.
  • [E2996] New Reproductive Technologies and Law
    The aim of the course “New Reproductive Technologies and the Law” is to enable students to acquire advanced knowledge and competencies regarding the legal, bioethical, medical, and social aspects of contemporary reproductive technologies, as well as their impact on the concepts of family, parenthood, and human rights. The specific objectives of the course are: to provide knowledge on the emergence, development, and application of new reproductive technologies and their impact on modern society; to ensure understanding of the fundamental legal concepts related to reproduction, parenthood, and family relationships; to analyze the national and international legal framework governing medically assisted reproduction; to develop the ability to identify and address complex legal issues related to: (the legal status of children born through these technologies, the rights and obligations of parents and donors, the conflict between the child’s right to know their origin and the donor’s right to anonymity); to enhance understanding of bioethical dilemmas related to the creation of life, scientific research, and the limits of medical intervention;to foster critical thinking regarding the balance between reproductive autonomy and the protection of the public interest and the best interests of the child; to promote an interdisciplinary approach in the analysis of legal issues related to biotechnology and reproductive medicine; to develop the capacity for critical evaluation of legislation and judicial practice.
  • [ELE-408] Domestic Violence
    Domestic violence is a social phenomenon of wide scale and widespread in contemporary society. It is present in all states and societies regardless of their development and emancipation. Immune to this phenomenon is neither our country nor the region in which we live. Therefore, law students through this course gain knowledge of what is domestic violence, the forms in which it is manifested, the legal arrangements in the country, the region and the international sphere as well as the ways of preventing it. Through this course, students at the end of the course will be able to identify domestic violence, identify criminal offenses that are incriminated in the Criminal Code as domestic violence, and develop critical thinking about this problematic. This course enables the future jurisdiction to handle issues of this sphere of high sensitivity as well as to provide the most adequate assistance and protection for the victims of these criminal offenses in the exercise of his future profession as a judge, prosecutor or lawyer.
  • [CCS-101] Introduction to Computer Sciences
    This course presents a wide, integrated introduction to fundamental concepts of computer sciences. The following subjects are covered: history of computing; digital logic and digital systems; introduction to computer architectures, basic algorithms, problem solving and data structures; introduction to programming languages, operating systems, databases, networks, web and software engineering; application types, including specific software descriptions (word processors, database, browsers, etc.); traditional and multimedia data processing.
  • [CCS-102] Internet Technologies
    The main objective of the course is to give students a practical knowledge of basic mechanisms, services and protocols of the global network - Internet. The course provides mastering of the overall architecture of an effective, scalable and secured web page. The students will acquire deep technical knowledge of XML, XHTML (lists, tables, figures, multimedia and forms), CSS (formatting, styles and layouts), and JavaScript (variables, conditions, loops and functions).
  • [CCS-402] Applied Probability and Statistics
    The course objective is to provide students with the required knowledge of probabilities and statistics that have direct application in computer sciences. The goal is to learn about the processing of statistical data, their rules and presentation, and the laws for appropriate conclusions based on processed data. Furthermore, the students will learn about basic principles of probability and their application in different areas of everyday life, especially in the field of computer science.
  • [ECS-500] E-Commerce
    Course Objectives: To introduce students to the fundamentals of e-commerce as an intersection of business, technology, and society. To provide knowledge of digital business models, e-commerce infrastructure, and online platforms. To analyze the economic, social, and regulatory implications of e-commerce. To develop skills for evaluating e-commerce market strategies, technologies, and trends. To encourage critical thinking about issues of trust, security, privacy, and ethics in the digital economy. To provide students with practical tools for designing and implementing e-commerce solutions. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to: Define and explain key concepts and theories of e-commerce.  Identify and evaluate different e-commerce business models and revenue generation strategies.  Analyze the role of internet, web, and mobile infrastructure in enabling e-commerce.  Assess marketing strategies, advertising, and consumer behavior in e-commerce.  Apply knowledge of payment systems, security, and regulatory frameworks in practice.  Conduct case study analyses of real-world e-commerce companies.  Design and present an e-commerce project or business plan.  Work collaboratively to propose solutions to digital transformation challenges.
  • [CISM2021] Introduction to Information Systems
    Aims of the course program: To learn the basic concepts and the terminology of Information Systems: - Basic Information Systems concepts: hardware, software, networks; - E-World: e-business and e-commerce; - Developing Processes; To learn about the Information Systems and technologies that improve business values and various processes inside organizations; Applying IS concepts with various managing disciplines, during analysis, interpretation, assessments and decisions; To understand the process of redesigning organizations by using information systems; To describe the role of information systems in decision making; To examine information security, ethical, and social issues; To be familiar with the Internet, electronic commerce, and e-business; To prepare students to work on small scale projects, individual or group work, who by nature could fall into these categories: case studies, scientific research project, development projects or internship projects;
  • [ECS3060] IT Professional Ethics
    This course provides a comprehensive overview of the current ethical issues in Information Technology (IT) use. It examines an array of long-standing and emerging issues facing IT users ranging from free speech, privacy, intellectual property, hacking, and the digital divide, to ethics in social networking and online communities. The course discusses the ethical dilemmas and responsibilities of IT professionals, and promotes the critical examination and responsible usage of IT.
  • [EFE-129] Albanian Language and Writing Culture
    The course, Albanian language and writing culture, is a synthesis of rules and guidelines for improvement of the skills for written and oral expression in Albanian. Students are expected to improve these skills by becoming familiar with the spelling and punctuation rules, some morphological norms, as well as the Albanian syntax, all in order to achieve proper use of the language. An accent will be put on motivating them for fluent speaking and raising their awareness for use of the Albanian pure standard language. A special attention will also be paid to encouraging students to advance the process of writing and increasing their understanding about the differences between specific genres. The issue of academic integrity (plagiarism) will also be tackled, as well as the specific terminology of the different areas of specialization. All these topics will be offered as separate lessons, that is, as rules, guidelines and exercises, which complement each other.
  • [EFE-105] German Language 1-4
    After completing this course, students will be able to gain appropriate knowledge according to the European Language Framework (specifically and concretely determined by level). In addition, students are expected to become more autonomous and more responsible language learners. By the end of the course, students will be able to think critically and make conclusions about different topics based on the texts that they have read, as well as to express their thoughts and opinions in written and spoken German.
  • [EEL-613] Multiculturalism in Teaching English Language
    Course objectives: Getting to know the basic principles of culture, cultural relativism, intercultural and multicultural education and addressing these issues in the context of teaching English as a foreign language. Learning about efficient models for promotion of multiculturalism in the educational process where learning English plays a crucial role being a neutral language for the students regardless of the ethnic background. Students should be able to present their opinions regarding culture and globalization and the influence that these processes have in education. They should be able to discuss issues related to the themes of tolerance, understanding, and accommodating diversity. They will also work towards producing essays treating the issues of cultural relativism, stereotypes, prejudices, as well as the development of concepts like intercultural cooperation and multicultural education. Creating educational models for multicultural cooperation and their application in the process of teaching English as a second language. Developing an educational strategy that would prove successful in situations where there might be tensions among students due to the lack of tolerance.
  • [EFE-108 ] Intercultural Studies
    Having completed this course, the students will be able to identify global questions and problems from the perspectives of different cultures, the communication dynamics in the other cultures, the similarities and the differences between their values and those of other cultures, as well as the similarities and differences between their communication practices and those from other cultures. In addition, students are expected to become more aware of the stereotypes that society has for different cultures and as a result will better understand their place in the global community. The students will start thinking critically about topics related to their ethnicity, gender identity, class, religion, national origin, age and other demographic characteristics and their impact on the communication process. After finishing Intercultural Studies, the students will also gain communication skills for working in groups through participation in research projects and will acquire the necessary skills to present their research projects.
  • [E2539] Critical Reasoning and Thinking
    At the end of this course, students will become able to improve the quality of their thinking by capturing the inherent structures of the act of thinking and by making them subjects to their intellectual and academic standards. They will develop strategies for decision making based on reflection, reason and logic. Through this course, students will learn the tendencies, approximations and assumptions on which their reflections are based, and the conditions and the outcomes derived from their ways of thinking. This reflective thought is the active, careful and persistent examination of all beliefs in the light of the fundamentals that support them and their conclusions. Students will be equipped with knowledge and skills needed to bring reasoned decisions which are required in everyday circumstances, and which are related to the jobs they will perform.
  • [E2841] Media and Information Literacy
  • [EPRNM-02] Public Relations and New Media
    The course focuses on the development of those communication skills and techniques that are essential for effective functioning in the era of globalization. Students will elaborate the process of globalization, social, political, economic and cultural aspects of modern phenomenon, the consequences and impacts in the communication sphere marked an era of postmodernism, particularly the impact of new social media, their structure, Multilanguage functions of social networks, the effects and consequences in the modern world communication realities.
  • [ECM-602] Media and Society
    Media and Society introduces students to the discipline which studies the complex relationship between media and society, as well as the role of mass media as mediating technologies for mass and global communication. The main aims of this course are the political, economic, social and cultural implications of media on society.
  • [CBE-101] Introduction to Economics and Business
    The primary purpose of this course is to develop a basic understanding of the major economic concepts and theories used in analysing economic issues. This course is designed in a way to equip students with basic principles, concepts and techniques in doing economic analysis. At the end of the course, the students should be able to “think like an economist”. This course provides a survey of the principles of micro- and macroeconomics with a focus on applied managerial decision-making in a global setting. Upon completion of the course, students should be able to: utilize the demand and supply model to determine the impact of changes in demand or supply on price and quantity; define GDP and describe its measurement, uses, and limitations as a measure of economic wellbeing; define Inflation and describe its measurement, consequences, and how to adjust for it; as well as describe the role and tools of a central bank.
  • [CBE-103] Parimet e menaxhmentit
    The purpose of this course is to familiarize students with the basics of management, its genesis, definition and basic principles which should be based on the work of any future manager. This course also aims to acquaint students with knowledge of the basic functions of management as planning, organizing, coordinating, motivating and controlling. Mastery of this subject will provide students with the ability: - To learn the basics of management and to enable them to give concrete examples. - To be able to see the mastery of this subject as the need and acquiring knowledge to be in the context of practical application of learning. - To think of an effective way this will help them to face with business problems in their future life.
  • [EBE-408] Project Management
    This course aims to introduce students to the world of modern projects and prepare them to face the opportunities and real-life economic challenges involved in designing and implementing projects that meet actual needs. It focuses on understanding the phases of project development, as well as the essential role of the project manager in defining needs, scope, implementation activities, and the complexity of modern project design. In addition, the course aims to equip students with the skills to use contemporary project management tools and techniques, transforming an idea or need into a real, structured, and documented project. In this way, students develop creativity, innovation, and greater competitiveness in the labour market.
  • [EBE-409] Corporate Social Responsibility and Ethics
    The course aims to: - Provide students with general knowledge in the field of corporations and corporate operations. - Equip students with advanced knowledge regarding the social responsibility of modern corporations. - Enable students to critically approach corporate social responsibility programs of modern corporations, particularly in terms of their underlying goals and motives. - Enable students to conduct critical analyses of the involvement of modern corporations in social responsibility activities. - Enable students to design and develop corporate social responsibility programs.
  • [EBEM-503] Business Communication
    Contents of the curriculum: In recent years more and more companies apply the techniques of business communication as a key tool to respond to competition in the global market. This subject is an attempt to improve the communication skills of students with theoretical and above all, and practical indication of the correct way of communicating in an organizational environment with employees and managers as well as holding meetings, interviewing, how to respond when interviewing, negotiating and motivating those around them.
  • [EBE-403] Business Plan
    The aim of the course is to assist students in understanding the behaviour of conscious enterprise in modern economic conditions
  • [EF999] French Language 1-2-3
    The purpose of this course is for students to strengthen their language skills and competencies, as well as to develop four communication competencies, particularly in the following areas: • to be able to express an opinion, • to be able to express their feelings, • to understand the essence of an expression, thought or idea, • to be able to argue and defend their opinion. • to manage different situations, • to maintain a simple and coherent speech, • to tell an event, • to talk about a dream or experience, • to present the reasons for a project or idea, • to communicate spontaneously.
  • [BSIL3010] Italian Language 1-2-3
    The purpose of the course is for students to get acquainted with the Italian culture, the Italian civilization and the Italian language. The idea is for students to know a slightly different reality, which may help them to become aware of themselves, as well as in creating a better picture for themselves and for their future. Corresponding to the level (from A1 to B2), which students choose, or the levels that they will follow in the semesters they have at their disposal for a free elective subject, the matter progresses deeper. The first level starts from basic settings such as: orthography (spelling), pronunciation, vocabulary for managing simple, everyday language situations (personal presentation, presentation of others, orientation in space and in time, communication expressions in a bar, restaurant, supermarket, on the market), and it is reaching more complex constructions in the continuing stages, which refer to the expression of attitude, desire, need, telling past events, talking about future actions, etc. Grammar is introduced inductively (through awareness of situations (audio recordings, videos, films, various texts) and conclusions), in which the students themselves playing the key role, with their active participation in the lectures.
  • [EFE-102] Academic Writing in English
    In this course, students’ academic writing skills will be enhanced in a variety of ways. Students will be enabled to communicate their ideas in a clear, fluent and effective way in order to produce a piece of writing. Students’ academic writing skills will be developed through activities that promote writing such as writing different types of paragraphs and essays. In addition, students will be introduced to paraphrasing and citing rules as well as will be made aware of what plagiarism is. Giving feedback on students’ pieces of writing will involve self-correction, peer-correction and teacher-correction of content, organization and language errors.
  • [E2529] Communication Skills in a Professional Setting in English
    The purpose of the course is to develop the communication skills that are essential for effective functioning in the professional world in English. The course objectives focus on a wide range of professional settings and issues. Students will study the process for analysis of different communication situations and will accordingly comprehend them.
  • [EDOL-03] Digital and Online Literacy
    Digital and Online Literacy is a one-semester course meeting 3 class hours per week, offered in the undergraduate studies. The course is designed according to students’ needs and it includes several 21st century skills related to using technology appropriately and effectively. The course will encompass the three categories of the 21st century skills. By the end of the course students will be able to search for and access online information successfully using variety of digital tools, critically evaluate the reliability of online resources and distinguishing between credible and untrustworthy sources, demonstrate understanding of ethical issues related to academic context, understand proper referencing in order to avoid plagiarism, learn how to effectively communicate in a professional manner, understand the basics of being safe online and the positive and negative aspects of creating an online identity, investigate cyber bullying and identify possible solutions for reducing online harassment.
  • [ECE-02] Conversational English
    Conversational English is a one semester course designed for intermediate-level English speakers and above and will be available to students in all semesters. English is an international language that facilitates communication in a variety of contexts around the world, ranging from business meetings and transactions to casual conversations between friends and interactions during travel. Conversational English will build students’ listening and speaking skills, providing grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and fluency practice needed for common types of spoken English interactions. This course will cover topics related to professional conversation, casual conversation, and everyday interactions, providing students with conversational confidence in a variety of contexts. Professional conversation will include formal and polite varieties of speech used in contexts such as work meetings or discussions with colleagues. Casual conversation will include practice with language used while socializing with friends or family and other informal situations and will include slang and informal speech. Everyday interactions will include conversations at stores, during travel, and asking for or providing assistance. Methods of learning will focus on practice and will include listening activities, dialogues, role-plays and simulations, debates, and discussions.
  • [E2530] Fiction and Fun
    The course aims to explore a range of attractive and popular literary texts (novels, excerpts, readers and short stories) so as to understand and enjoy the characteristics of different and popular genres, including science fiction, young adult literature and fantasy. Among the course objectives, the following can be included: to develop students’ confidence, fluency and interest in reading in English, to read different types of novels and respond thoughtfully and critically, verbally and in writing, by drawing connections between personal experience, world knowledge and/or other sources (lectures, readings, films) and the assigned text. In addition, the aims are to transfer advanced reading skills to the second language classroom and develop these skills, making the students better readers in both languages. Reading skills include skimming, scanning, predicting, guessing words from context and reading for detailed comprehension.
  • [E2531] English Literature and Film
    Course aims: - to help students develop critical thinking skills through film analysis - to discuss, evaluate and write critical reviews - to critically analyse literary and informational texts - to discuss and analyse students’ work and give peer review - to present different perspectives, support claim, use sensory language
  • [E2540] Macedonian Language for Legal and EU terminology
    The aim of the course is to train students for language competence and language performance in the professional field (i.e., in the field of law and the EU). It is a learner-centred approach that is focused on developing communication skills in specific areas, i.e., deepening and strengthening the skills for advanced written and oral expression in a standard Macedonian language. The intended material includes contents related to professional disciplines, as well as authentic documents and materials. Particular attention is paid to mastering professional terminology and its application in an appropriate language context and to the development of digital skills. Students are expected to become more autonomous in learning the language and to be able to think critically on various topics, as well as to acquire the ability to communicate in Macedonian in a multilingual and multicultural environment.
  • [E2739] Ethics in Public Institutions
    Objectives of the curriculum (competencies): - Has knowledge and understands the semantics and the concepts of morality to ethics, standards of behaviour, moral judgment and moral philosophy. - Develop a position on the moral position in professional life. - Set up clear views on the rights and responsibilities of the employee in state-public administration. - Able to face with ethical problem situations. - Has sense for the character that is required in the profession of administrator. - Is informed through literature, on ethics in the field of public institutions. Ready to use communication tools and to respect ethical standards in working with state institutions and public actors.
  • [E2997] Common Sense Economics
    The aim of the course "Common Sense Economics" is to provide students with a practical understanding of fundamental economic principles, helping them to apply economic reasoning in everyday decision-making, both personally and professionally. The course emphasizes the importance of individual responsibility, market processes, sound economic policies, and the role of institutions in promoting economic well-being.
• [6 ECTS] Elective course
  • [E3049] The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in teaching
    The aim of the course is to enable students to understand the concepts and principles of artificial intelligence and its role in education, as well as to identify opportunities for its integration into the planning, implementation, and evaluation of teaching. The course also aims to develop students’ skills in creating AI-supported teaching activities and resources adapted to different learning styles and student needs, using AI tools for learning analysis, progress tracking, and personalized feedback, as well as developing professional and ethical competencies through the critical evaluation of the benefits and risks of applying AI in teaching.
  • [E3050] Inclusive education and special educational needs
    The aim of the course is for students to understand the concepts and principles of inclusive education, including rights, ethics, and the legal framework, as well as to develop competencies for planning teaching activities that support diversity and equality in learning through the application of differentiated methods and strategies. The course also aims to enable students to implement inclusive teaching adapted to the needs of learners with different abilities and learning styles, to use assessment and feedback techniques that support the individual progress of each student, and to develop professional and ethical competencies for collaboration with students, parents, and colleagues in an inclusive educational environment.
  • [E3051] Innovations in teaching methodologies
    The aim of the course is to enable students to develop advanced competencies in the use of innovative teaching methods and strategies, the integration of digital technology, creative lesson planning, and effective assessment of the teaching and learning process, based on contemporary pedagogical practices and scientific research in the field of education. Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to identify and apply innovative teaching methods and strategies, use digital technology and contemporary teaching tools in the learning process, design lesson plans and creative activities tailored to students’ needs, analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of different teaching and learning methods, and critically reflect on teaching practice and propose evidence-based improvements grounded in pedagogical research.
  • [E3052] Emotional intelligence and psychosocial support
    The course focuses on developing students’ emotional, social, and communication competencies by addressing concepts related to self-awareness, emotional self-regulation, empathy, social skills, and psychological well-being, as well as the role of psychosocial support in educational and broader social contexts. The aim of the course is for students to understand the concept of emotional intelligence, develop skills in self-awareness and emotional regulation, improve empathy and interpersonal skills, understand the importance of psychosocial support, and be trained to provide it to individuals in different life situations.
  • [E3053] Educational policy and leadership
    The aim of the course is for students to gain knowledge of educational policies and leadership in education, as well as to develop analytical and critical skills for the creation, implementation, and evaluation of educational policies. The course also aims to develop leadership competencies for the effective management of educational institutions and processes.
  • [E3054] STEM and creative sciences in schools
    The aim of the course is to enable understanding of fundamental scientific, mathematical, and technological concepts, as well as to develop students’ critical, logical, and creative thinking. The course also aims to encourage teamwork, communication, and innovation, preparing students to apply knowledge in practical and research contexts. Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to identify and explain fundamental scientific concepts and laws, plan and conduct experiments or research using a scientific approach, apply mathematical and technological tools to solve practical problems, develop creative solutions and innovative ideas for projects and assignments, and work in a team while presenting and discussing the results of their work.
  • [E3055] Critical thinking in education
    The course aims to develop students’ ability to:  Understand key theories and models of critical thinking.  Apply critical thinking skills in educational contexts and practice.  Analyze arguments, assumptions, and evidence in educational discourse.  Foster critical thinking skills in learners.
  • [E3056] E-learning and online pedagogy
    The aim of the course is for the student, upon completion, to acquire theoretical knowledge of e-learning and online pedagogy as a new dimension of the teaching process, as well as to develop skills in analyzing different online learning models and strategies (synchronous and asynchronous). The course also aims to enable students to design and implement learning activities in digital learning environments (LMS and educational platforms), to use digital tools and information technologies in a didactic manner in line with the principles of effective teaching, to evaluate the online learning process using formative, summative, and self-assessment instruments, and to continuously reflect on and improve their professional practice in the context of online and hybrid learning.
  • [E3057] Preschool pedagogy in the contemporary world
    The aim of the course is to enable students to develop advanced competencies in planning, implementing, evaluating, and reflecting on educational activities for preschool-aged children, based on contemporary theories of development and early childhood pedagogy, pedagogical research, and inclusive practices.
  • [E3058] Digital safety and the protection of children on social media
    The aim of the course is for students to acquire knowledge and skills in identifying and discussing the risks of children’s use of social networks, defining measures for digital safety and privacy protection, recognizing online violence, misuse, and harmful content, as well as critically analyzing digital behavior and media content. The course also aims for students to understand and apply legal, ethical, and pedagogical principles for the protection of children in the digital environment, and to develop strategies for education, prevention, and response to digital risks, thereby contributing to the creation of a safe digital environment and the improvement of children’s digital literacy and culture.
  • [E3059] Drama and play as tools for language communication
    The aim of the course is for students to develop theoretical and practical competencies in the use of drama and play as methods of language communication, to be trained in interpreting, staging, and analyzing dramatic texts, and to improve their verbal and non-verbal communication skills, creativity, collaboration, and confidence in performance.
  • [E3060] Student mental health and well-being
    The aim of the course is to provide students with theoretical and practical knowledge about students’ mental health in the educational context. The course aims to develop competencies in understanding the psychological, social, and educational factors that influence the mental well-being of children and adolescents, as well as in identifying, analyzing, and addressing mental health challenges in the school environment. Students will also develop professional skills for preventive, supportive, and collaborative approaches in pedagogical practice.

Semester 7

• [C2833] [6 ECTS] Andragogy (Adult Education)
  The aim of the course is to develop students’ understanding of adult learners, their characteristics, motivation, learning needs, and life experiences, as well as to strengthen competencies in critical reading, analysis, and reflection on adult education literature. The course also aims to improve students’ ability to apply theories of adult learning and development in real educational, professional, and social contexts, to prepare them to analyze, design, and improve adult learning programs in formal, non-formal, and informal settings, and to encourage reflective and ethical practice by linking theory with personal and professional experience.
• [C2834] [6 ECTS] Media and Digital Pedagogy
  The aim of the course is to develop students’ competencies in the critical use of media and digital technologies in education, as well as to enable them to plan and implement teaching strategies that integrate digital and media-based tools. The course also aims to support the analysis and critical evaluation of media content in an educational context, as well as the application of digital tools to improve the teaching and learning process.
• [C2835] [6 ECTS] Pedagogical Practice II
  The aim of the course “Pedagogical Practice II” is to enable students to plan and organize advanced teaching activities through the application of advanced didactic principles, as well as to independently carry out the teaching process while adapting to different educational situations and students’ needs. The course also aims to develop skills in using effective assessment and feedback techniques to improve teaching and learning, to analyze and critically reflect on their own teaching practice by identifying strengths and areas for development, and to demonstrate professional and ethical behavior, effective communication, and cooperation with students, teachers, and other participants in the educational process.
• [6 ECTS] Elective course
  • [E3049] The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in teaching
    The aim of the course is to enable students to understand the concepts and principles of artificial intelligence and its role in education, as well as to identify opportunities for its integration into the planning, implementation, and evaluation of teaching. The course also aims to develop students’ skills in creating AI-supported teaching activities and resources adapted to different learning styles and student needs, using AI tools for learning analysis, progress tracking, and personalized feedback, as well as developing professional and ethical competencies through the critical evaluation of the benefits and risks of applying AI in teaching.
  • [E3050] Inclusive education and special educational needs
    The aim of the course is for students to understand the concepts and principles of inclusive education, including rights, ethics, and the legal framework, as well as to develop competencies for planning teaching activities that support diversity and equality in learning through the application of differentiated methods and strategies. The course also aims to enable students to implement inclusive teaching adapted to the needs of learners with different abilities and learning styles, to use assessment and feedback techniques that support the individual progress of each student, and to develop professional and ethical competencies for collaboration with students, parents, and colleagues in an inclusive educational environment.
  • [E3051] Innovations in teaching methodologies
    The aim of the course is to enable students to develop advanced competencies in the use of innovative teaching methods and strategies, the integration of digital technology, creative lesson planning, and effective assessment of the teaching and learning process, based on contemporary pedagogical practices and scientific research in the field of education. Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to identify and apply innovative teaching methods and strategies, use digital technology and contemporary teaching tools in the learning process, design lesson plans and creative activities tailored to students’ needs, analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of different teaching and learning methods, and critically reflect on teaching practice and propose evidence-based improvements grounded in pedagogical research.
  • [E3052] Emotional intelligence and psychosocial support
    The course focuses on developing students’ emotional, social, and communication competencies by addressing concepts related to self-awareness, emotional self-regulation, empathy, social skills, and psychological well-being, as well as the role of psychosocial support in educational and broader social contexts. The aim of the course is for students to understand the concept of emotional intelligence, develop skills in self-awareness and emotional regulation, improve empathy and interpersonal skills, understand the importance of psychosocial support, and be trained to provide it to individuals in different life situations.
  • [E3053] Educational policy and leadership
    The aim of the course is for students to gain knowledge of educational policies and leadership in education, as well as to develop analytical and critical skills for the creation, implementation, and evaluation of educational policies. The course also aims to develop leadership competencies for the effective management of educational institutions and processes.
  • [E3054] STEM and creative sciences in schools
    The aim of the course is to enable understanding of fundamental scientific, mathematical, and technological concepts, as well as to develop students’ critical, logical, and creative thinking. The course also aims to encourage teamwork, communication, and innovation, preparing students to apply knowledge in practical and research contexts. Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to identify and explain fundamental scientific concepts and laws, plan and conduct experiments or research using a scientific approach, apply mathematical and technological tools to solve practical problems, develop creative solutions and innovative ideas for projects and assignments, and work in a team while presenting and discussing the results of their work.
  • [E3055] Critical thinking in education
    The course aims to develop students’ ability to:  Understand key theories and models of critical thinking.  Apply critical thinking skills in educational contexts and practice.  Analyze arguments, assumptions, and evidence in educational discourse.  Foster critical thinking skills in learners.
  • [E3056] E-learning and online pedagogy
    The aim of the course is for the student, upon completion, to acquire theoretical knowledge of e-learning and online pedagogy as a new dimension of the teaching process, as well as to develop skills in analyzing different online learning models and strategies (synchronous and asynchronous). The course also aims to enable students to design and implement learning activities in digital learning environments (LMS and educational platforms), to use digital tools and information technologies in a didactic manner in line with the principles of effective teaching, to evaluate the online learning process using formative, summative, and self-assessment instruments, and to continuously reflect on and improve their professional practice in the context of online and hybrid learning.
  • [E3057] Preschool pedagogy in the contemporary world
    The aim of the course is to enable students to develop advanced competencies in planning, implementing, evaluating, and reflecting on educational activities for preschool-aged children, based on contemporary theories of development and early childhood pedagogy, pedagogical research, and inclusive practices.
  • [E3058] Digital safety and the protection of children on social media
    The aim of the course is for students to acquire knowledge and skills in identifying and discussing the risks of children’s use of social networks, defining measures for digital safety and privacy protection, recognizing online violence, misuse, and harmful content, as well as critically analyzing digital behavior and media content. The course also aims for students to understand and apply legal, ethical, and pedagogical principles for the protection of children in the digital environment, and to develop strategies for education, prevention, and response to digital risks, thereby contributing to the creation of a safe digital environment and the improvement of children’s digital literacy and culture.
  • [E3059] Drama and play as tools for language communication
    The aim of the course is for students to develop theoretical and practical competencies in the use of drama and play as methods of language communication, to be trained in interpreting, staging, and analyzing dramatic texts, and to improve their verbal and non-verbal communication skills, creativity, collaboration, and confidence in performance.
  • [E3060] Student mental health and well-being
    The aim of the course is to provide students with theoretical and practical knowledge about students’ mental health in the educational context. The course aims to develop competencies in understanding the psychological, social, and educational factors that influence the mental well-being of children and adolescents, as well as in identifying, analyzing, and addressing mental health challenges in the school environment. Students will also develop professional skills for preventive, supportive, and collaborative approaches in pedagogical practice.
• [6 ECTS] Elective course
  • [E3049] The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in teaching
    The aim of the course is to enable students to understand the concepts and principles of artificial intelligence and its role in education, as well as to identify opportunities for its integration into the planning, implementation, and evaluation of teaching. The course also aims to develop students’ skills in creating AI-supported teaching activities and resources adapted to different learning styles and student needs, using AI tools for learning analysis, progress tracking, and personalized feedback, as well as developing professional and ethical competencies through the critical evaluation of the benefits and risks of applying AI in teaching.
  • [E3050] Inclusive education and special educational needs
    The aim of the course is for students to understand the concepts and principles of inclusive education, including rights, ethics, and the legal framework, as well as to develop competencies for planning teaching activities that support diversity and equality in learning through the application of differentiated methods and strategies. The course also aims to enable students to implement inclusive teaching adapted to the needs of learners with different abilities and learning styles, to use assessment and feedback techniques that support the individual progress of each student, and to develop professional and ethical competencies for collaboration with students, parents, and colleagues in an inclusive educational environment.
  • [E3051] Innovations in teaching methodologies
    The aim of the course is to enable students to develop advanced competencies in the use of innovative teaching methods and strategies, the integration of digital technology, creative lesson planning, and effective assessment of the teaching and learning process, based on contemporary pedagogical practices and scientific research in the field of education. Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to identify and apply innovative teaching methods and strategies, use digital technology and contemporary teaching tools in the learning process, design lesson plans and creative activities tailored to students’ needs, analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of different teaching and learning methods, and critically reflect on teaching practice and propose evidence-based improvements grounded in pedagogical research.
  • [E3052] Emotional intelligence and psychosocial support
    The course focuses on developing students’ emotional, social, and communication competencies by addressing concepts related to self-awareness, emotional self-regulation, empathy, social skills, and psychological well-being, as well as the role of psychosocial support in educational and broader social contexts. The aim of the course is for students to understand the concept of emotional intelligence, develop skills in self-awareness and emotional regulation, improve empathy and interpersonal skills, understand the importance of psychosocial support, and be trained to provide it to individuals in different life situations.
  • [E3053] Educational policy and leadership
    The aim of the course is for students to gain knowledge of educational policies and leadership in education, as well as to develop analytical and critical skills for the creation, implementation, and evaluation of educational policies. The course also aims to develop leadership competencies for the effective management of educational institutions and processes.
  • [E3054] STEM and creative sciences in schools
    The aim of the course is to enable understanding of fundamental scientific, mathematical, and technological concepts, as well as to develop students’ critical, logical, and creative thinking. The course also aims to encourage teamwork, communication, and innovation, preparing students to apply knowledge in practical and research contexts. Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to identify and explain fundamental scientific concepts and laws, plan and conduct experiments or research using a scientific approach, apply mathematical and technological tools to solve practical problems, develop creative solutions and innovative ideas for projects and assignments, and work in a team while presenting and discussing the results of their work.
  • [E3055] Critical thinking in education
    The course aims to develop students’ ability to:  Understand key theories and models of critical thinking.  Apply critical thinking skills in educational contexts and practice.  Analyze arguments, assumptions, and evidence in educational discourse.  Foster critical thinking skills in learners.
  • [E3056] E-learning and online pedagogy
    The aim of the course is for the student, upon completion, to acquire theoretical knowledge of e-learning and online pedagogy as a new dimension of the teaching process, as well as to develop skills in analyzing different online learning models and strategies (synchronous and asynchronous). The course also aims to enable students to design and implement learning activities in digital learning environments (LMS and educational platforms), to use digital tools and information technologies in a didactic manner in line with the principles of effective teaching, to evaluate the online learning process using formative, summative, and self-assessment instruments, and to continuously reflect on and improve their professional practice in the context of online and hybrid learning.
  • [E3057] Preschool pedagogy in the contemporary world
    The aim of the course is to enable students to develop advanced competencies in planning, implementing, evaluating, and reflecting on educational activities for preschool-aged children, based on contemporary theories of development and early childhood pedagogy, pedagogical research, and inclusive practices.
  • [E3058] Digital safety and the protection of children on social media
    The aim of the course is for students to acquire knowledge and skills in identifying and discussing the risks of children’s use of social networks, defining measures for digital safety and privacy protection, recognizing online violence, misuse, and harmful content, as well as critically analyzing digital behavior and media content. The course also aims for students to understand and apply legal, ethical, and pedagogical principles for the protection of children in the digital environment, and to develop strategies for education, prevention, and response to digital risks, thereby contributing to the creation of a safe digital environment and the improvement of children’s digital literacy and culture.
  • [E3059] Drama and play as tools for language communication
    The aim of the course is for students to develop theoretical and practical competencies in the use of drama and play as methods of language communication, to be trained in interpreting, staging, and analyzing dramatic texts, and to improve their verbal and non-verbal communication skills, creativity, collaboration, and confidence in performance.
  • [E3060] Student mental health and well-being
    The aim of the course is to provide students with theoretical and practical knowledge about students’ mental health in the educational context. The course aims to develop competencies in understanding the psychological, social, and educational factors that influence the mental well-being of children and adolescents, as well as in identifying, analyzing, and addressing mental health challenges in the school environment. Students will also develop professional skills for preventive, supportive, and collaborative approaches in pedagogical practice.

Semester 8

• [C2836] [6 ECTS] Comparative Pedagogy
  The aim of the course is to develop students’ knowledge and analytical competencies in the field of comparative study of educational systems, policies, and practices. The course equips students with the theoretical foundations and methodological tools necessary for analyzing educational phenomena in different national, cultural, and social contexts, with an emphasis on critical comparison, evidence-based research, and the evaluation of educational systems from an international perspective.
• [C2837] [6 ECTS] Research Seminar
  The aim of the course is to enable students to write essays and scientific papers, developing their skills in individual and collaborative academic writing. The course also aims to equip students with knowledge of how to use references and academic citations, as well as the ability to correctly apply academic writing standards in research papers.
• [C2838] [6 ECTS] Professional Ethics
  Qëllimi i lëndës është të aftësojë studentët për shkrimin e eseve dhe punimeve shkencore, duke zhvilluar aftësitë e tyre për shkrim akademik individual dhe kolektiv. Lënda synon gjithashtu t’i pajisë studentët me njohuri mbi mënyrën e përdorimit të referencave dhe citimeve shkencore, si dhe me aftësi për zbatimin korrekt të standardeve të shkrimit akademik në punime kërkimore.
• [6 ECTS] Elective course
  • [E3049] The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in teaching
    The aim of the course is to enable students to understand the concepts and principles of artificial intelligence and its role in education, as well as to identify opportunities for its integration into the planning, implementation, and evaluation of teaching. The course also aims to develop students’ skills in creating AI-supported teaching activities and resources adapted to different learning styles and student needs, using AI tools for learning analysis, progress tracking, and personalized feedback, as well as developing professional and ethical competencies through the critical evaluation of the benefits and risks of applying AI in teaching.
  • [E3050] Inclusive education and special educational needs
    The aim of the course is for students to understand the concepts and principles of inclusive education, including rights, ethics, and the legal framework, as well as to develop competencies for planning teaching activities that support diversity and equality in learning through the application of differentiated methods and strategies. The course also aims to enable students to implement inclusive teaching adapted to the needs of learners with different abilities and learning styles, to use assessment and feedback techniques that support the individual progress of each student, and to develop professional and ethical competencies for collaboration with students, parents, and colleagues in an inclusive educational environment.
  • [E3051] Innovations in teaching methodologies
    The aim of the course is to enable students to develop advanced competencies in the use of innovative teaching methods and strategies, the integration of digital technology, creative lesson planning, and effective assessment of the teaching and learning process, based on contemporary pedagogical practices and scientific research in the field of education. Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to identify and apply innovative teaching methods and strategies, use digital technology and contemporary teaching tools in the learning process, design lesson plans and creative activities tailored to students’ needs, analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of different teaching and learning methods, and critically reflect on teaching practice and propose evidence-based improvements grounded in pedagogical research.
  • [E3052] Emotional intelligence and psychosocial support
    The course focuses on developing students’ emotional, social, and communication competencies by addressing concepts related to self-awareness, emotional self-regulation, empathy, social skills, and psychological well-being, as well as the role of psychosocial support in educational and broader social contexts. The aim of the course is for students to understand the concept of emotional intelligence, develop skills in self-awareness and emotional regulation, improve empathy and interpersonal skills, understand the importance of psychosocial support, and be trained to provide it to individuals in different life situations.
  • [E3053] Educational policy and leadership
    The aim of the course is for students to gain knowledge of educational policies and leadership in education, as well as to develop analytical and critical skills for the creation, implementation, and evaluation of educational policies. The course also aims to develop leadership competencies for the effective management of educational institutions and processes.
  • [E3054] STEM and creative sciences in schools
    The aim of the course is to enable understanding of fundamental scientific, mathematical, and technological concepts, as well as to develop students’ critical, logical, and creative thinking. The course also aims to encourage teamwork, communication, and innovation, preparing students to apply knowledge in practical and research contexts. Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to identify and explain fundamental scientific concepts and laws, plan and conduct experiments or research using a scientific approach, apply mathematical and technological tools to solve practical problems, develop creative solutions and innovative ideas for projects and assignments, and work in a team while presenting and discussing the results of their work.
  • [E3055] Critical thinking in education
    The course aims to develop students’ ability to:  Understand key theories and models of critical thinking.  Apply critical thinking skills in educational contexts and practice.  Analyze arguments, assumptions, and evidence in educational discourse.  Foster critical thinking skills in learners.
  • [E3056] E-learning and online pedagogy
    The aim of the course is for the student, upon completion, to acquire theoretical knowledge of e-learning and online pedagogy as a new dimension of the teaching process, as well as to develop skills in analyzing different online learning models and strategies (synchronous and asynchronous). The course also aims to enable students to design and implement learning activities in digital learning environments (LMS and educational platforms), to use digital tools and information technologies in a didactic manner in line with the principles of effective teaching, to evaluate the online learning process using formative, summative, and self-assessment instruments, and to continuously reflect on and improve their professional practice in the context of online and hybrid learning.
  • [E3057] Preschool pedagogy in the contemporary world
    The aim of the course is to enable students to develop advanced competencies in planning, implementing, evaluating, and reflecting on educational activities for preschool-aged children, based on contemporary theories of development and early childhood pedagogy, pedagogical research, and inclusive practices.
  • [E3058] Digital safety and the protection of children on social media
    The aim of the course is for students to acquire knowledge and skills in identifying and discussing the risks of children’s use of social networks, defining measures for digital safety and privacy protection, recognizing online violence, misuse, and harmful content, as well as critically analyzing digital behavior and media content. The course also aims for students to understand and apply legal, ethical, and pedagogical principles for the protection of children in the digital environment, and to develop strategies for education, prevention, and response to digital risks, thereby contributing to the creation of a safe digital environment and the improvement of children’s digital literacy and culture.
  • [E3059] Drama and play as tools for language communication
    The aim of the course is for students to develop theoretical and practical competencies in the use of drama and play as methods of language communication, to be trained in interpreting, staging, and analyzing dramatic texts, and to improve their verbal and non-verbal communication skills, creativity, collaboration, and confidence in performance.
  • [E3060] Student mental health and well-being
    The aim of the course is to provide students with theoretical and practical knowledge about students’ mental health in the educational context. The course aims to develop competencies in understanding the psychological, social, and educational factors that influence the mental well-being of children and adolescents, as well as in identifying, analyzing, and addressing mental health challenges in the school environment. Students will also develop professional skills for preventive, supportive, and collaborative approaches in pedagogical practice.
• [6 ECTS] Elective course
  • [E3049] The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in teaching
    The aim of the course is to enable students to understand the concepts and principles of artificial intelligence and its role in education, as well as to identify opportunities for its integration into the planning, implementation, and evaluation of teaching. The course also aims to develop students’ skills in creating AI-supported teaching activities and resources adapted to different learning styles and student needs, using AI tools for learning analysis, progress tracking, and personalized feedback, as well as developing professional and ethical competencies through the critical evaluation of the benefits and risks of applying AI in teaching.
  • [E3050] Inclusive education and special educational needs
    The aim of the course is for students to understand the concepts and principles of inclusive education, including rights, ethics, and the legal framework, as well as to develop competencies for planning teaching activities that support diversity and equality in learning through the application of differentiated methods and strategies. The course also aims to enable students to implement inclusive teaching adapted to the needs of learners with different abilities and learning styles, to use assessment and feedback techniques that support the individual progress of each student, and to develop professional and ethical competencies for collaboration with students, parents, and colleagues in an inclusive educational environment.
  • [E3051] Innovations in teaching methodologies
    The aim of the course is to enable students to develop advanced competencies in the use of innovative teaching methods and strategies, the integration of digital technology, creative lesson planning, and effective assessment of the teaching and learning process, based on contemporary pedagogical practices and scientific research in the field of education. Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to identify and apply innovative teaching methods and strategies, use digital technology and contemporary teaching tools in the learning process, design lesson plans and creative activities tailored to students’ needs, analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of different teaching and learning methods, and critically reflect on teaching practice and propose evidence-based improvements grounded in pedagogical research.
  • [E3052] Emotional intelligence and psychosocial support
    The course focuses on developing students’ emotional, social, and communication competencies by addressing concepts related to self-awareness, emotional self-regulation, empathy, social skills, and psychological well-being, as well as the role of psychosocial support in educational and broader social contexts. The aim of the course is for students to understand the concept of emotional intelligence, develop skills in self-awareness and emotional regulation, improve empathy and interpersonal skills, understand the importance of psychosocial support, and be trained to provide it to individuals in different life situations.
  • [E3053] Educational policy and leadership
    The aim of the course is for students to gain knowledge of educational policies and leadership in education, as well as to develop analytical and critical skills for the creation, implementation, and evaluation of educational policies. The course also aims to develop leadership competencies for the effective management of educational institutions and processes.
  • [E3054] STEM and creative sciences in schools
    The aim of the course is to enable understanding of fundamental scientific, mathematical, and technological concepts, as well as to develop students’ critical, logical, and creative thinking. The course also aims to encourage teamwork, communication, and innovation, preparing students to apply knowledge in practical and research contexts. Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to identify and explain fundamental scientific concepts and laws, plan and conduct experiments or research using a scientific approach, apply mathematical and technological tools to solve practical problems, develop creative solutions and innovative ideas for projects and assignments, and work in a team while presenting and discussing the results of their work.
  • [E3055] Critical thinking in education
    The course aims to develop students’ ability to:  Understand key theories and models of critical thinking.  Apply critical thinking skills in educational contexts and practice.  Analyze arguments, assumptions, and evidence in educational discourse.  Foster critical thinking skills in learners.
  • [E3056] E-learning and online pedagogy
    The aim of the course is for the student, upon completion, to acquire theoretical knowledge of e-learning and online pedagogy as a new dimension of the teaching process, as well as to develop skills in analyzing different online learning models and strategies (synchronous and asynchronous). The course also aims to enable students to design and implement learning activities in digital learning environments (LMS and educational platforms), to use digital tools and information technologies in a didactic manner in line with the principles of effective teaching, to evaluate the online learning process using formative, summative, and self-assessment instruments, and to continuously reflect on and improve their professional practice in the context of online and hybrid learning.
  • [E3057] Preschool pedagogy in the contemporary world
    The aim of the course is to enable students to develop advanced competencies in planning, implementing, evaluating, and reflecting on educational activities for preschool-aged children, based on contemporary theories of development and early childhood pedagogy, pedagogical research, and inclusive practices.
  • [E3058] Digital safety and the protection of children on social media
    The aim of the course is for students to acquire knowledge and skills in identifying and discussing the risks of children’s use of social networks, defining measures for digital safety and privacy protection, recognizing online violence, misuse, and harmful content, as well as critically analyzing digital behavior and media content. The course also aims for students to understand and apply legal, ethical, and pedagogical principles for the protection of children in the digital environment, and to develop strategies for education, prevention, and response to digital risks, thereby contributing to the creation of a safe digital environment and the improvement of children’s digital literacy and culture.
  • [E3059] Drama and play as tools for language communication
    The aim of the course is for students to develop theoretical and practical competencies in the use of drama and play as methods of language communication, to be trained in interpreting, staging, and analyzing dramatic texts, and to improve their verbal and non-verbal communication skills, creativity, collaboration, and confidence in performance.
  • [E3060] Student mental health and well-being
    The aim of the course is to provide students with theoretical and practical knowledge about students’ mental health in the educational context. The course aims to develop competencies in understanding the psychological, social, and educational factors that influence the mental well-being of children and adolescents, as well as in identifying, analyzing, and addressing mental health challenges in the school environment. Students will also develop professional skills for preventive, supportive, and collaborative approaches in pedagogical practice.