Published: 23 September 2025
Alan Hardie, Pro Vice-Chancellor signing the memorandum with Agron Bajraktari, Rector of the University of Applied Sciences in Ferizaj
As part of our growing international reach, we were pleased to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with the University of Applied Sciences in Ferizaj (UASF), Kosovo, earlier this month.
The agreement sets out plans to explore future academic and research collaborations across subject areas - including Business and Management, Engineering, Tourism and Environment.
This partnership brings together two innovative institutions with a shared vision for impactful, real-world education.
The agreement lays the foundation for joint initiatives such as the co-development of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, transactional education pathways, and collaborative research projects.
It also reflects our commitment to widening access to high-quality education, while supporting UASF's mission to blend academic theory with practical learning that benefits students, industry and society.
UASF Rector visits our university
On 16 September Agron Bajraktari, Rector of the University of Applied Sciences in Ferizaj (UASF), Kosovo, visited UoSiL to formally sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between our two institutions
The visit included a tour of our London campus, as well as meetings with academics and senior leadership.
Discussions centred on a shared vision for future collaboration and explored how both institutions can work together to create transformative educational opportunities for students.
The visit provided an excellent opportunity to begin laying the groundwork for collaborative projects and to further strengthen the relationship between our institutions.
“It was a pleasure to visit the UoSiL with the aim of fostering collaboration in knowledge exchange and enhancing the student experience.
Meeting staff and engaging with inspiring students was truly wonderful. We look forward to building on these meaningful connections.”
Agron Bajraktari, Rector of the University of Applied Sciences in Ferizaj (UASF)
Looking Ahead
Agron Bajraktari, Rector of the University of Applied Sciences in Ferizaj meeting with students during his visit
With the memorandum of understanding now in place, we will begin working closely with UASF to explore opportunities for joint academic programmes, transnational education, and research collaboration.
Agron Bajraktari, Rector of the University of Applied Sciences in Ferizaj (UASF), Kosovo, expressed his enthusiasm for collaboration, saying: “It was a pleasure to visit the university with the aim of fostering collaboration in knowledge exchange and enhancing the student experience. Meeting with staff and engaging with such inspiring students was truly wonderful, and we look forward to building on these meaningful connections."
Blerton Hyseni, Senior Lecturer and Programme Manager (Tourism &Hospitality) shared: “It was an honour and a true pleasure to host Agron. This marks the first step in what we hope will be a long-term, mutually beneficial relationship - with formal operational agreements to follow as collaborative opportunities are developed. "