International Burch University/IBU (P8) in Sarajevo is a higher education institution founded in 2008 which performs educational, scientific, artistic and research activities aimed at complete development of individuals, with respect to human rights, civil, academic, democratic and constitutional principles and freedoms. Being a first entrepreneurial University in the country, IBU’s mission is to support education, scientific research and training of highly qualified personnel to work in academic and professional areas through the development of contemporary curricula and creation of an environment to trigger creative, objective and critical thinking and continuous learning.
An important aspect is a friendly academic environment that encourages each individual to take a leading role in reaching their personal and intellectual potential. IBU participated in several local, international and EU funded projects. Currently IBU is implementing 4 Erasmus + Capacity Building for Higher Education projects (KA2) and on 1 project with a budget of more than 800 000 € IBU is the coordinator of a project. Equipped with state- of-the-art laboratories for genetics and bioengineering, IT, digital design, media and communication as well as business development. IBU provides to its students and staff the possibility for hands-on experience and practical work at all departments.