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Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje

Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje is the first state university in the Republic of North Macedonia, established in 1949 with three faculties. Today, it represents a community of 23 faculties, 5 scientific institutes, 4 public scientific institutions as affiliated members, 1 affiliated higher education institution, and 7 affiliated organizations. Its operations are governed by the Law on Higher Education and the University Statute.

The University offers study programs in all scientific disciplines, including natural and mathematical sciences, technical and technological sciences, medical sciences and health, biotechnical sciences, social sciences, humanities, and the arts. In addition to the faculties, research activities are also conducted at the scientific institutes within the University.

The profile of the University "St. Cyril and Methodius" in Skopje, specifically, can be represented by the following figures: 23,738 students in the first cycle and 1,458 students in the second cycle of studies are involved in the teaching and educational process across all faculties. The third cycle – doctoral studies – is carried out within the School of Doctoral Studies at UCM, with a total of 1,745 students. Over 3,100 academic and research staff, as well as administrative personnel, participate in the educational and scientific process at the faculties and institutes.

In the University's development to date, 195,547 highly qualified professionals have been trained, including 22,487 masters and specialists, and 5,933 PhDs across all academic and scientific fields.

Beyond its academic and research activities, the University is characterized by its rich tradition of extracurricular involvement, including sports, arts, information, recreational, and other activities organized through various societies, unions, clubs, and similar organizations.