METROCODE: THE STUDENT INITIATIVE FOR STUDENTS, WHICH IS CHANGING THE WAY TECHNOLOGY IS LEARNED
Preparing young people for the challenges of technology In a world where technology changes every aspect of life, programming skills have become more important than ever. To help high school students prepare for the challenges of the future, the University Metropolitan Tirana (UMT) has introduced MetroCode, an innovative program that offers the opportunity to learn […]
UMT and IZIIS certify young engineers in the Professional Course “Shake It Up”
University Metropolitan Tirana, in collaboration with the Institute of Earthquake Engineering and Engineering Seismology (IZIIS) from North Macedonia, successfully organized the certification ceremony for the first edition of the professional course “Shake It Up”. This specialized program aims to equip young engineers and industry professionals with advanced knowledge on the impact of earthquakes on infrastructure […]
Architecture students at UMT: A Three-Day Workshop on Architectural Heritage
University Metropolitan Tirana became the stage for a unique academic and creative experience as architecture students participated in a three-day workshop on the Architecture and Culture of the Renaissance and Baroque eras, led by Professor Andreas Giakoumacatos. During these intensive three days, participants had the opportunity to analyze the influence of key figures such as […]
Non-Public Universities in Albania: A New Front for Quality and Internationalization
Representatives from ten Albanian non-public universities gathered in Durrës for a retreat organized by the League of Entrepreneurship in Quality Higher Education in the non-public sector. This was not just an ordinary administrative meeting but a step toward a shared future—an effort to shape the destiny of non-public universities in Albania and define their role […]
UMT boosts student mobility with Erasmus+: 15 international students in Albania, 16 Albanians in Europe
During the 2024-2025 academic year, the University Metropolitan Tirana has further strengthened international partnerships by welcoming 15 international students and sending 16 Albanian students to the most prestigious universities in Europe, thanks to the Erasmus+ program. This increased mobility marks another step toward the internationalization of higher education in Albania, offering students the chance to […]
Key Skills for Success in the Age of Artificial Intelligence and the Leading Role of University Metropolitan Tirana
A recent Coursera report on workforce skills revealed one of the most significant transformations in global education: the extraordinary rise in interest in Generative Artificial Intelligence. With an 866% increase in enrollments in AI progrmas over the past year, it is clear that this technology is no longer a luxury but a necessity for every […]
UMT and AKR: A Partnership to Empower Albanian Students and Youth
The agreement aims to empower and support youth and students through the development of new strategies, the orientation of youth policies, and the promotion of educational, professional, and social activities that encourage their engagement and involvement in society. In a significant step towards strengthening the connections between higher education and Albanian youth, the Metropolitan University […]
The exhibition, UMT Designs Hospitality in Berat: A Significant Step for Architectural Innovation and heritage
University Metropolitan of Tirana, through the students of its Department of Architecture, organized a unique exhibition in the historic city of Berat, addressing essential themes such as hospitality, urban development, and cultural heritage. This event showcased student projects as a testament to their creative abilities and commitment to preserving and transforming the city’s values, renowned […]
Research Scholarship from the French Embassy Awarded to Two UMT Doctoral Students!
Anxhelo Shehu, Assistant Lecturer at the Faculty of Computer Science and IT, and simultaneously a doctoral student at the University Metropolitan Tirana has been awarded a research scholarship by the French Embassy under the RIFA program of the French government. During his stay in France, Anxhelo will work under the supervision of Prof. René Natowicz, […]
The best projects in “RoboTech” declared high schools winners in the first robotics competition
The winners among secondary schools in the RoboTech competition were announced in the final ceremony that brought together well-known names from the world of academia, policymaking, innovation, in a unique event dedicated to the capital’s youth and their passion for robotics. RoboTech, the first robotics competition among high schools in Tirana, crowned its winners […]