Study in Serbia for Pakistani Students

Serbia is a country in Central Europe and is famous for its hospitality, rich heritage, and culture. Study in Serbia for Pakistani students is one of the best study destinations to pursue an undergraduate and postgraduate degree like study in Italy. IELTS is required with a minimum score of 6. It usually depends on the university. Serbian universities have an affordable fee structure for Pakistani students along with various scholarship programs.

The average tuition fee in Serbia is around 500 to 3000 Euros per year. Some more details are mentioned below regarding study in Serbia.

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Why Study in Serbia?

There are many reasons for Pakistani students to choose Serbia as their study destination. Some of the reasons are highlighted below

• Tuition fees cost are very affordable for Pakistani students. Serbia universities provide high-quality education with low tuition fees. Tuition fee mostly depends on the program and course selected.
• Serbian universities provide a variety of study programs for national and international students. Over 130 programs are offered by Serbian universities. Most study program is taught in English.
• Pakistani students improve their career prospects by obtaining a degree from a recognized Serbian university.
• Students can create a global network of friends and connections from different countries while studying in Serbia, and get a chance to interact with Serbian students and their culture.
• Serbia is renowned for having excellent safety, and quality of life, making it a desirable destination to live.
• Pakistani students can find employment in Serbia in many fields after completing their studies.
• The cost of living is much more reasonable than in any other European country. Pakistani students can easily manage their living expenses with tuition fees.
• Serbian universities and organizations provide scholarships, grants, and financial aid for international students.
• An embassy interview is not required for a Serbian student visa.

Scholarships in Serbia for Pakistani students

Students from Pakistan who are keen to pursue their academic and professional careers in Serbia are being offered fully paid scholarships. On the other hand, overseas students, including those from Pakistan, are required to pay low tuition fees at various public universities in Serbia. Scholarships in Serbia for Pakistani students are mentioned here.

1. Erasmus Mundus Joint Master degree scholarship
2. European Commission Marie Sklodowska
3. World in Serbia Scholarship
4. University of Novi Sad Scholarship
5. ELSYS Eastern Europe Scholarship
   

1. Erasmus Mundus scholarship

The scholarship is available for a master's degree only. The amount of scholarship depends upon the course. This scholarship provides travel costs, monthly allowance, and health insurance.

2. European Commission Marie Sklodowska

The scholarship is available for Ph.D. students. The scholarship provides full tuition fee exemption, living allowance, and also funds for training and research activities.

3. World in Serbia Scholarship

Ministry of Education offers fully funded scholarships for international students. This scholarship is available for bachelor's and master's programs. IELTS is required to get this scholarship. The scholarship covers tuition fees, a monthly allowance of 150 USD, accommodation, health insurance, and a free Serbian language course.

4. University of Novi Sad Scholarship

The university provides scholarships for master's and bachelor's students in their 3^rd or 4^th year of study. Every year this university provides various scholarships for national and international students. The scholarship amount may vary according to the program and course selected by the students.

5. ELSYS Eastern Europe Scholarship

This scholarship is one of the best scholarships in Serbia for international students. Students can apply for this scholarship in their fourth year of study. The scholarship is available for technical science and electrical engineering students. The scholarship provides hands-on training experience and gives a monthly stipend of 150 USD to international students.

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Universities in Serbia

Pakistani students can get a chance to study in renowned Serbian Universities which include the following:

1. University of Nis
2. University of Novi Sad
3. University of Belgrade
4. University of Kragujevac
5. Novi Pazar State University
6. Megatrend University
7. Singidunum University
8. Belgrade University of Arts
9. Union University
10. International University of Novi Pazar

1. University of Nis

The university was established in 1965. The university provides undergraduate and graduate studies in law, medicine, engineering, architecture, arts, agriculture, and physical education. The university has a world ranking of #1201-1400. IELTS is required with a minimum score of 5.5-6. The average tuition fee is around 650 to 5500 Euros per year. The university has an acceptance rate of 83%.

2. University of Novi Sad

The university has many faculties that provide excellent education in agriculture, education, medicine, law, philosophy, technical science, and engineering. Novi Sad University teaches various programs in the English language and has a world ranking of #1001-1200. The university also offers scholarships for international students. IELTS is required with a minimum score of 5.5. An average tuition fee is around 500 to 3000 Euros per semester. Tuition fee varies according to the program. The acceptance rate is 80%. 

3. University of Belgrade

The university was founded in 1808. The university offers programs in forestry, medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, economics, and engineering. These programs are often taught in English. The world ranking of this university is #721-730. IELTS is required with a minimum score of 6. The average tuition fee is around 1150-6500 Euros per year. The tuition fee depends on the course. The acceptance rate of Belgrade University is 76%. 

4. University of Kragujevac

The university is a public university that was established in 1976. The university provides various bachelor's, master's, and doctorate programs in English, including pharmacy, bioengineering, medicine, and information technology. The university has ranked #1001-1200 by Times Higher Education. IELTS is required with a minimum score of 6.5-7. The average tuition fee is around 3000 Euros per year. The acceptance rate lies at 76%.

5. Novi Pazar State University

The university is a public university in Serbia that was established in 2006. The university offers courses such as philosophy, arts, law science, economic science, and biomedical science. The world ranking of this university is #6777. The IELTS requirement is a minimum of 6 scores. The average tuition fee is around 2500 Euros per year. The acceptance rate is 83%. 

6. Megatrend University

Megatrend University was established in 1989 and is a private university in Serbia. The university offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in journalism, law, administration, economics, finance, and public relations. The world ranking of this university is #5469. IELTS is required with a minimum score of 6.5. The average tuition fee is around 4500 to 5500 Euros per year. The tuition fee can be varied according to the course. The acceptance rate is 75-80%. 

7. Singidunum University

The university offers high-quality education with modern teaching methods in various undergraduate and postgraduate programs. The university provides courses like tourism management, pharmacy, engineering, business, and technical science. The university ranked #134 in Europe. IELTS is required with a minimum score of 5.5. The average tuition fee is around 4728 Euros per year. The acceptance rate is 90-94%.

8. Belgrade University of Arts

This university is a public university that was established in 1957. The university offers courses in Fine arts, music, dramatic arts, and applied arts. To get admission to an arts university, students must submit their CV and portfolio at the time of admission along with other required documents. The world ranking of this university is #6892. The average tuition fee is around 3000 Euros per year. IELTS is required with a minimum score of 5.5-6. The acceptance rate of this university is 85%.

9. Union University

The university was founded in 2005. The university offers courses like banking, law, business, programming, and computer science. The world ranking of this university is #10976 with an acceptance rate of 87%. IELTS is required with a minimum score of 6. The average tuition is around 4804 Euros per year. 

10. International University of Novi Pazar

The university was founded in 2002. The university offers various programs in computer science, law, psychology, arts, and economics. The world ranking of this university is #7638. The average tuition fee ranges between 1000 to 7000 Euros per year. The acceptance rate of this university is 80%. 

Admission requirements and documents list

Here are the general requirements for Pakistani students regarding admission to Serbian universities

• Birth certificate
• English language proficiency certificates
• Completed and filled application form
• Transcripts and certificates of previous education
• Valid passport and travel document of the applicant
• Two recommendation letters
• For Masters studies, a High School testimonial, a university degree, and a motivational letter are required
• For Ph.D. studies, published paper, or research work all the above document is required

Visa requirements and documents for Pakistani Students

For a long-term stay in the country, Pakistani students need a Serbian study visa after getting admission to a Serbian university. A fee of 60 Euros is charged for the Serbian visa fee. The visa processing time is 5 to 21 days. The success ratio for a Serbian visa is 97%. The required documents for a visa are mentioned below.

• Valid passport
• Visa application form
• Two recent photographs of the applicant
• Bank statement of around 1500 Euros for the last 3-6 months
• Medical certificate
• Police certificate with no criminal record
• Travel insurance and return ticket
• Letter of acceptance from the university
• Students must show a course registration certificate from Serbian university
• Payment receipt of visa fee
  

Cost of Living in Serbia for Pakistani Students

The cost of living in Serbia for Pakistani students is described below

• Accommodation costs can vary if a student wants to live with flat mates or live alone. A triple bedroom per person costs around 220 Euros per month with all utilities included.
• Food costs around 6 Euro per person for 3 meals a day from the dormitory. The total cost of food is around 40-70 Euros per month.
• Transportation student pass cost is 15 Euros per month.
• Students need an amount of 450-600 Euros per month to live comfortably in Serbia. This amount will cover their costs of utilities, meals, accommodation, transportation, and other personal expenses.
  

Part-time working hours and income

During the academic year, international students are permitted to work up to 20 hours a week. Depending on the job's nature and the student's qualifications, the earnings from part-time employment can vary. Student part-time jobs often pay 230 RSD (1.96 Euro) per hour.

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Work permits and future opportunities for Pakistani Students

Pakistani students can apply for work permits after completing their studies in Serbia. This visa allows them to stay in Serbia and seek employment opportunities. Students with temporary residence permits can easily apply for work visas. Students can do various jobs in public and private sectors according to their field. Engineers and language experts are high in demand in Serbia. The average salary in Serbia is around 14,231 Euros annually. 

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