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Faculty Leadership

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Vice-Dean for Student Affairs

The Vice-Dean for Student Affairs at the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics plays an exceptionally significant role in the organization, management, and improvement of the teaching process. They are responsible for coordinating, planning, and ensuring the quality of education. The Vice-Dean for Teaching plays a key role in the development and implementation of new teaching methods and technologies. Additionally, they oversee the administrative aspects of teaching, including addressing student issues and creating a stimulating learning environment. Ultimately, the Vice-Dean for Teaching has a crucial role in supporting the development and training of teaching staff, contributing to the enhancement of the educational process at the Faculty.

Vice-Dean for Student Affairs

Dr. Aleksandra Petrašević, Full Professor
prodekan.nastava@pmf.unibl.org

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Dean

The Dean of the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics plays a crucial role in leading and managing the Faculty. As the highest academic leader, the Dean is responsible for setting the vision and strategy of the Faculty, ensuring the quality of education, research, and professional development of students and staff. They play a significant role in decision-making regarding the Faculty's policies, collaboration with other institutions, securing resources, and support for research projects. Additionally, the Dean is a key figure in representing the interests of the Faculty to the university administration and the public. Their leadership and dedication contribute to the success and reputation of the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics.

Dean

Dr. Radoslav Dekić, Full Professor
dekan@pmf.unibl.org

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Vice-Dean for Science and Research

The Vice-Dean for Scientific Research at the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics plays a crucial role in supporting and stimulating scientific research at the Faculty. They are responsible for enhancing the research environment, including securing necessary resources and infrastructure. To further stimulate the development of science at the Faculty, the Vice-Dean for Scientific Research encourages and supports the participation and activities of researchers in scientific projects and programs. Additionally, they coordinate scientific conferences and contribute to building a culture of research excellence. Embracing contemporary scientific trends, the Vice-Dean for Scientific Research promotes collaboration and an interdisciplinary approach in scientific research, contributing to the Faculty's enhanced reputation and visibility in international research circles.

Vice-Dean for Science and Research

Dr. Milana Grbić, Assistant Professor
prodekan.nir@pmf.unibl.org

Activities

The Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics in Banja Luka is one of the institutions covering the fields of natural, mathematical, and computer sciences in the Republic of Srpska. The study programs at the Faculty enable the realization of educational and scientific research work, contributing to the development of knowledge in the field of natural sciences and the application of research results in teaching and practice.

Educational activities are carried out in accordance with the Law on Higher Education and the principles of the Bologna Process. Within the study programs, according to the curriculum, subjects are organized as one-semester and two-semester courses. Each subject is assigned a specific number of ECTS points, and the total number of ECTS per semester is 30. The studies are organized in cycles. The first cycle (undergraduate studies) lasts four years, the second (master’s studies) one year, and the third (doctoral studies) three years.

Scientific research is implemented through theoretical and experimental research conducted by our staff in collaboration with a large number of scientists worldwide. We take pride in significant scientific results achieved in the previous period, leading to the recognition of the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics as an important scientific research institution in the country and beyond.

About the Faculty

The Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics was established by the decision of the National Assembly of the Republic of Srpska on September 12, 1996. FNSM emerged as a separation of a group of natural sciences from the Faculty of Philosophy, with its origins in the Pedagogical Academy and the Higher Pedagogical School founded in Banja Luka in 1950, where basic groups of natural and social sciences existed.

The building of the former Teacher Training School at 2 Mladen Stojanović Street was assigned to FNSM. It enrolled 287 regular and 389 part-time students, with classes commencing on October 7, 1996. The position of dean has been held by Prof. Dr. Zdravko Marijanac, Prof. Dr. Rajko Gnjato, and Prof. Dr. Goran Trbić. More about the history of PMF can be found in the Monograph.

Organization and Management

Our academic community is organized through study programs. The Study Program Council consists of teachers and collaborators employed in that study program. The Study Program Council is responsible for shaping the curriculum, proposing decisions on the engagement of teachers and collaborators, and providing guidelines for quality academic practice. Through collaboration and dialogue, council members contribute to the continuous improvement and adaptation of the program to meet the challenges of modern science and the needs of the job market. Generally, decisions made by the Study Program Council are forwarded to the Scientific and Teaching Council for further adoption procedures.

With eight study programs and numerous profiles, the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics (PMF) offers a rich learning experience that encourages diversity of interests and guides students towards achieving individual goals. This diversity allows us to create a creative and dynamic environment that supports interdisciplinary research, innovation, and continuous evolution in the fields of natural, mathematical, and computer sciences.

More information about the Study Programs can be found in the

Scientific and Teaching Council

The Scientific and Teaching Council of each faculty makes decisions related to the scientific and teaching processes at the faculty. The Scientific and Teaching Council of the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics consists of 50 members. Out of this number, 40 members are teachers and collaborators who are permanently employed at the University on a full-time basis. By delegating an equal number (five) of representatives from each study program, diversity and representation of all areas are ensured. The remaining 10 members are students, who are elected every year in student elections.

This composition allows the Scientific and Teaching Council to be a representative body that reflects diverse interests and perspectives within our academic community. Through a democratic process of selecting representatives, we ensure transparency and the participation of all relevant stakeholders in decision-making at our Faculty.

The list of members of the Scientific and Teaching Council for the academic year 2023/24 can be found

Faculty Members

Faculty members represent the foundation of our academic excellence.

Our faculty team consists of professors with extensive experience in teaching and research, as well as young researchers and experts from various fields of natural, mathematical, and computer sciences. Their dedication to students is reflected in an innovative approach to teaching, mentoring, and guiding research.

Faculty members at the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics are not just lecturers; they are mentors, guides through the world of science, ready to encourage critical thinking and a spirit of inquiry in their students. Collaborators at the Faculty actively contribute to scientific research, striving to meet high standards in their respective fields. More about the academic staff at the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics can be found here.

This community of lecturers, assistants, and laboratory staff forms the core of the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, creating an inspiring environment that fosters research and development. Their commitment to their work makes the Faculty not only a place of learning but also a source of continuous inspiration for future generations of scientists and professionals. More about collaborators and laboratory staff can be found here.

Administrative Services

In addition to the educational-scientific and scientific-research units of the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, the Faculty’s Statute establishes the existence of the Faculty Secretariat. The Secretariat is tasked with performing administrative-executive, legal, financial, material, general, auxiliary-technical, and other duties to fully achieve the goals of the Faculty. Within the Secretariat, three services are formed: Student Affairs Service, Financial and Material Affairs Service, and General and Legal Affairs Service. The Library, as an organizational unit, has a certain degree of autonomy but is also connected with the Faculty Secretariat.
The Secretary of the Faculty oversees the activities of the Secretariat. Branka Trninić (branka.trninic@pmf.unibl.org) holds the position of Faculty Secretary. More about administrative services can be found here.

Student Organization of the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics (SOFNSM)

The Student Organization of the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics was established in 1997. It brings together students from various study programs and provides them with a foundation for active participation and collective action. This body represents the voice of students and aims to guide their interests, enrich their student experience, and promote collaboration within the student community.

The Student Organization enables students to actively participate in various social, educational, and cultural initiatives. It organizes different events, workshops, seminars, and extracurricular activities that enrich the student experience and support their development.

Through its activities and projects, the Student Organization at the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics creates an inclusive community that supports diversity, allowing students to express their ideas, share experiences, and develop personal and professional skills. This organization is a key pillar for the student community and promotes collaboration, teamwork, and social activism.

Links to SOPMF social networks: Instagram, Facebook.

Quality Assurance

Quality assurance is a key aspect of the higher education reform in creating a European framework for higher education. The primary goal pursued by all European and global higher education institutions is focused on forming, encouraging, and ensuring a high-quality educational environment for students. The quality assurance system should guarantee the quality of content and implementation of study programs, as well as the overall quality of the Faculty’s work. The Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics actively participates in the development of internal quality assurance mechanisms and quality improvement. In this process, we adhere to standards and guidelines for quality assurance in the European context of higher education, emphasizing the significant socio-economic role of education in the local, national, and global context.

The Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics is responsible for quality assurance through the Quality Assurance and Improvement Committee. You can find the members of the committee by clicking on this

Within its responsibilities, the committee carries out

The coordinator for quality assurance at the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics is Prof. Dr. Dragan Matić.

The Office of the Vice-Rector for Teaching, Student Affairs, and Quality is responsible for the university’s quality assurance and improvement system. Read more on this link.

Contact

Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
Mladena Stojanovića 2
78000 Banja Luka
Phone/Fax: +387 51 319 142
info@pmf.unibl.org

Dean: dekan@pmf.unibl.org
Vice Dean for student affairs: prodekan.nastava@pmf.unibl.org
Vice Dean for Science and Research: prodekan.nir@pmf.unibl.org
SP Biology: biologija@pmf.unibl.org
SP Geography: geografija@pmf.unibl.org
SP Ecology and Environmental Protection: ekologijaizzs@unibl.org
SP Mathematics and Computer Science: matinf@pmf.unibl.org
SP Spatial Planning: prostorno@pmf.unibl.org
SP Technical education and Informatics: sptehnicko@pmf.unibl.org
SP Physics: fizika@pmf.unibl.org
SP Chemistry: sphemija@pmf.unibl.org
Student Service: studentska.sluzba@pmf.unibl.org +387 51 304 722
Library: biblioteka@pmf.unibl.org
Accounting: racunovdstvo@pmf.unibl.org