Other - Faculty Specifics
Organization and Governance
The Faculty of Law of the University of Montenegro operates through two key bodies:
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The Faculty Council, a professional body responsible for major decisions concerning study programs, academic titles, teaching organization, and student-related matters.
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The Dean, who manages the Faculty, represents it, and is accountable for ensuring legal compliance and implementing development plans.
In addition, the Dean’s Collegium supports the Dean in day-to-day decision-making and coordinating internal processes.
Study Programs
Each study program is overseen by a designated coordinator, responsible for organizing instruction, monitoring its implementation, and proposing improvements in the quality of teaching.
Administrative Support
The Faculty has a well-structured administrative system, which includes:
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Legal, Human Resources, and General Affairs Office
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Student Affairs Office
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Library Services
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Accounting Services
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Information and Communication Support Office
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Maintenance, Safety, and Security Services
These offices provide essential support to both students and academic staff, ensuring smooth operation of all activities.
Library
The Library is a vital academic resource, offering a rich collection of literature in law and related social sciences. Students and staff have access to a wide range of electronic databases, funded through Faculty projects and University subscriptions.
Information Technologies
Information and communication technologies are an integral part of the Faculty’s operations – supporting teaching, student services, and administrative efficiency. The rapid development of digital tools requires continuous implementation and adaptation.
Student Life and Student Organizations
The Faculty hosts several active student organizations that enrich academic and extracurricular life.
As the largest and only representative student organization, the Student Council of the Faculty of Law holds a special place in the life of our Faculty. In addition to the Student Council, other organizations also operate at our Faculty (ELSA, ADAMAS, and others).
Students have access to common areas for socializing, as well as opportunities to participate in Legal Clinics and other practice-oriented activities that bridge theory and real-world legal work.
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Human Rights Centre
The Human Rights Centre was established in 2000 as the first university institution in Montenegro dedicated to education, research, and the promotion of human rights.
The Centre actively cooperates with national and international institutions, and through lectures, conferences, publications, and projects, addresses topics such as freedom of expression, personal data protection, gender equality, and other current issues.
Within the Centre, the Office for Gender Issues was established in 2022, with the aim of implementing the Gender Equality Plan of the University of Montenegro.
Publishing Activity
The Faculty of Law has a rich publishing activity that includes:
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The Faculty of Law Proceedings – a scientific journal published since 1976, featuring scholarly articles in the fields of law, economics, and related disciplines.
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Ius Forum – a thematic journal launched in 2000 in cooperation with the Institute for Comparative Law.
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Working Papers – monographic publications presenting the results of scientific research.
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"Baština" Library – a series of publications dedicated to the works of distinguished jurists and professors of the Faculty of Law in Podgorica, whose work focuses on the study of legal heritage.