Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Zagreb

What Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Zagreb does

The Faculty's revenue model is that of a public higher-education institution: core operating funds flow from Croatian state allocations via the University of Zagreb, supplemented by student participation fees (participacija, set annually per programme), modest tuition from lifelong-learning programmes (e.g., the Program for Basic Andragogical Competencies at EUR 550 per participant), and project-based income from the Croatian Science Foundation, EU programmes (Erasmus+, Horizon Europe, NPOO), and the UNIC alliance. Customer segments are primarily domestic undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students in humanities and social sciences, with secondary segments including international/Erasmus+ exchange students, lifelong learners, and adult-education professionals seeking andragogical credentials. Go-to-market is delivered through on-campus instruction at the Zagreb headquarters, supplemented by blended and online components (UNIC Virtual Campus, CivEnhance online courses, free A1.HR/A2.HR Croatian MOOCs) and extensive international mobility via the UNIC alliance (10 European universities), CEEPUS networks (20+ Central European universities), and Erasmus+ bilateral agreements.

Name

Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Zagreb

Legal name

Filozofski fakultet Sveučilišta u Zagrebu

Website

https://ffzg.unizg.hr

Company type

Public

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Research Universities with Comprehensive Graduate & Professional Schools (EDAHAAAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Study Abroad Program Management & Administration (for Institutions) (EDAIAAAJ), Faculty-Led Study Tours & Embedded Short Programs (Home Institution-Led) (EDAIAIAJ)

Keywords

• Higher education programs
• Humanities and social sciences
• Croatian language instruction
• University degree programs
• Academic research programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Zagreb

HQ country

Croatia

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Public Higher Education Funding: As a constituent faculty of the University of Zagreb, a public state university, the Faculty operates primarily through government funding allocations for education and research activities. Core operations are financed by the Croatian government via the University.
2. Student Participation Fees: Students pay participation contributions (participacija) toward the costs of undergraduate, graduate, and integrated studies. Fees vary by academic year and program, with specific amounts determined per enrollment cycle.
3. Lifelong Learning Program Fees: Continuing education programs such as the Program for Basic Andragogical Competencies charge tuition fees. The Program for Basic Andragogical Competencies costs 550 EUR per participant.

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Faculty provides undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, and lifelong learning programs across humanities and social sciences disciplines. It also operates Croaticum, a dedicated centre offering Croatian language and culture courses to international students, including semester, summer, and online programs. Student support services, library access, and research infrastructure are integral components of the academic offering.

Product overview

The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Zagreb (Filozofski fakultet Sveučilišta u Zagrebu) is a comprehensive academic institution offering a broad portfolio of educational products and services. At its core are undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs across humanities and social sciences disciplines. The faculty operates Croaticum – a dedicated centre for Croatian as a Second and Foreign Language – which provides semester courses, seasonal language schools (summer, autumn, winter), one-month intensives, Erasmus+ short courses, free online courses (A1.HR and A2.HR), Croatian language testing, and published textbooks. The faculty is an active member of the UNIC – European University of Post-Industrial Cities alliance (a network of 10 European universities), participating in its Virtual Campus, InterTeach professional development programs, CityLabs collaborative urban labs, and joint summer schools. Additional offerings include lifelong learning programs (such as the Program for Basic Andragogical Competencies), student project funding, research support, library services, and student welfare services. Digital education products include the LearnCro mobile/web application for Croatian language learning and the Rural Service Learning Lab online course platform.

Differentiator

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Brands

• Croaticum – Centre for Croatian as a Second and Foreign Language: A dedicated centre at the Faculty offering Croatian language and culture programs for international students, including semester courses, summer school, autumn school, winter school, and free online courses (A1.HR and A2.HR).

Products and services

• Undergraduate Studies (Prijediplomski studiji) Bachelor-level degree programs across humanities and social sciences disciplines for prospective students seeking higher education qualifications.
• Graduate Studies (Diplomski studiji) Master-level degree programs, both single-subject and combined, including specialized programmes such as Clinical Linguistics and Phonetics, for students seeking advanced academic training.
• Postgraduate Studies (Poslijediplomski studiji) Doctoral and specialist university study programmes for advanced academic research and academic career preparation.
• Lifelong Learning Programs Continuing education offerings including the Program for Basic Andragogical Competencies (550 EUR per participant), open course catalogues, and teacher training through the Centre for Teacher Education.
• Croaticum – Centre for Croatian as a Second and Foreign Language A dedicated centre within the Faculty offering comprehensive Croatian language and culture programs for international students and foreign language learners, including semester courses, short-term intensives, and seasonal language schools.
• Croatian Language Tests Standardized assessment and certification of Croatian language proficiency for learners and institutions requiring proof of Croatian language competency.
• Library Services Comprehensive academic library with access to collections, research support, and study spaces for students and academic staff.
• Student Support Services Student welfare services including counselling services, support office for students with disabilities, health services, scholarships, student associations, and student ombudsman.
• Student Projects Program Structured student project funding and development program supporting academic, research, and organizational skill development for students across the Faculty's disciplines.
• Research and Project Support Institutional support for research projects, EU projects, scientific journals (including FF Open Press), and dissertations for faculty researchers and doctoral students.

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration3 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• CEEPUS Network – Slavic Philology and Its Cultural ContextscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2025The Faculty participates in the CEEPUS (Central European Academic Mobility Programme) network 'Slavic Philology and Its Cultural Contexts', which involves over twenty universities from Central Europe. The Faculty serves as a coordinating institution through its Croaticum centre, facilitating student and staff exchanges among member universities. Mobility within this network covers language studies, cultural studies, and related humanities disciplines.
• UNIC – European University of Post-Industrial CitiescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 April 2024The University of Zagreb and its Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences are members of UNIC, a European university alliance of ten universities dedicated to promoting mobility and inclusion for societal impact. The alliance is supported by the European Commission and aims to be a leading international institution celebrating European roots while maintaining an open and inclusive environment. The Faculty actively participates in UNIC thematic conferences, CityLabs, virtual campus initiatives, staff and student mobility schemes, joint curriculum development (e.g., SEOS joint study), and collaborative research networks across post-industrial urban contexts.
• Erasmus+ Programme PartnerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 18 April 2024The Faculty participates extensively in Erasmus+ (SMS for study mobility, SMP for staff mobility, and CBHE for structural projects). Erasmus+ partnerships span bilateral agreements with universities across Europe, enabling student exchanges, staff teaching assignments, and professional development mobilities. The Faculty also hosts incoming Erasmus+ students through its dedicated course catalogue and guest student information pages.
• Embassy of the Republic of Chile in CroatiaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAmbassador Rodrigo Donos visited the Faculty in April and May 2026 to discuss academic and cultural cooperation in Croatian and Spanish language, literature, and culture. The collaboration includes a project funded through NPOO (National Recovery and Resilience Plan) under the Institutional Projects component of the University of Zagreb's Programme Agreement.
• Embassy of the Republic of Lithuania in CroatiaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Lithuanian language has been studied at the Faculty since the 1875/1876 academic year. Ambassador Eduardas Borisovas visited the Faculty for a farewell meeting with the Dean to discuss the Faculty's long-standing connection to Lithuanian language and culture, and possibilities for further cooperation.
• University of Zagreb (as institutional parent)coreOthersThe Faculty is a constituent unit of the University of Zagreb, operating under the University's governance, strategy, and institutional frameworks. The University provides overarching administrative services, coordinates international agreements, and manages institutional-level projects including those under the NPOO. The Faculty participates in University-wide initiatives such as UNIC.
• University College Cork (UCC), IrelandminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUCC is a key partner within the UNIC alliance, collaborating on student recruitment events (Postgraduate Expo), staff mobility weeks, joint conferences (e.g., on migration, diversity, and belonging), and career development initiatives. The Faculty participates in UCC-led UNIC working groups on diversity, inclusion, and teaching quality.
• University of Łódź, PolandminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity of Łódź is a UNIC alliance partner and coordinates several joint activities including the UNIC Staff Week, summer schools, research networks, and thematic conferences. The Faculty collaborates on joint events, student mobilities, and academic exchange through Łódź-based coordination within UNIC.
• Erasmus University Rotterdam, NetherlandsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerErasmus University Rotterdam, a UNIC partner, collaborates with the Faculty on joint teaching initiatives, virtual exchange workshops (CTL), challenge-based learning training, and entrepreneurship education (Academia to Entrepreneurial Impact programme). The Faculty's staff and students participate in Rotterdam-led UNIC professional development activities.
• Faculty of Slavic Studies, Sofia University St. Kliment OhridskiminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStudents from the Faculty of Slavic Studies at Sofia University visited the Faculty in May 2026 under the CEEPUS network 'Slavic Philology and Its Cultural Contexts'. The mobility included joint classes, cultural activities, and professional development, strengthening ties between the two institutions in Slavic philology and cultural studies.
• CROATICUM – Centre for Croatian as a Second and Foreign LanguagecoreOthersCroaticum is a specialized unit within the Faculty that offers Croatian language and culture programmes to international students, including semester courses, summer/autumn/winter schools, free online courses (A1.HR, A2.HR), and Croatian language proficiency testing. Croaticum also coordinates CEEPUS mobilities and international academic exchanges related to Croatian language instruction.
• Yamaguchi University, JapanminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Faculty conducted discussions regarding academic cooperation with Yamaguchi University, indicating potential bilateral exchange or joint academic activities between the two institutions in humanities or social sciences disciplines.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Rijeka: Another Croatian regional peer, the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences of the University of Rijeka offers a similar portfolio of humanities and social sciences programmes and competes for the same domestic student pool.
• University of Pécs, Faculty of Humanities: Hungarian regional public humanities faculty with comparable programme structure and active CEEPUS participation; supports similar Central European academic mobility dynamics.
• Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Split: Croatian regional peer — the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences of the University of Split offers comparable humanities and social sciences programmes in the same country, competing for domestic students and Croatian Science Foundation funding.

Broad incumbents

• Faculty of Humanities, University of Amsterdam: A leading Western European humanities faculty with extensive international course offerings and research output; comparable disciplinary scope but substantially larger resources and a more international student base.
• Faculty of Arts, University of Vienna: A large, well-resourced Central European humanities faculty with comparable disciplinary breadth and Erasmus+ partnerships; serves as a broader incumbent reference point for scale, research output, and programme depth.
• Faculty of Arts, University of Warsaw: A large Polish humanities faculty, comparable in scale and disciplinary breadth, operating within a major EU member-state university with substantial international research funding.
• School of Humanities, University of Glasgow: A broad Western European humanities school with established international partnerships and online offerings; relevant peer for benchmarking digital/programme strategy and research scale.

Direct peers

• Faculty of Arts, University of Ljubljana: Slovenia's largest humanities and social sciences faculty at the University of Ljubljana, operating as a public regional university faculty with overlapping disciplines and active participation in CEEPUS and Erasmus+ mobility networks.
• Faculty of Arts, Charles University: The Faculty of Arts of Charles University in Prague is a direct peer — a large public humanities and social sciences faculty of a leading Central European university, offering comparable undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programmes with extensive international exchange participation.
• Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Jagiellonian University: Polish public humanities faculty at Jagiellonian University, one of Central Europe's oldest universities, with overlapping humanities/social sciences disciplines and active participation in Erasmus+ and CEEPUS mobility.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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