does not copy the existing universities in the Republic of Croatia and the financing which grants complete integration of the University; Departments for studies and professional courses, with organisation and implementation of scientific and highly professional work in a given field; Realisation of educational plans and programs that are completely compatible with the Bologna Declaration; Guarantee of transfer of ECTS credits and of mobility of students and lecturers; Stimulation of active involvement of students in the education process, governing bodies and research projects, and extra–curricula activities; Continuous monitoring of the quality of educational activities based on mutual evaluation of students and lecturers; Stimulation of educational and scientific improvement of lecturers and their assistants; Implementation and improvement of quality control of work and business (HRN EN ISO 9001 :2002); Monitoring needs of the economy and of the social community in the preparation of new educational plans and programs which are based on the cultural tradition of Dubrovnik, while, at the same time, introducing new modern programs which should create new traditions; Openness towards the international cooperation with the aim of attracting international programs and foreign students. In the academic year 2004/2005 the University of Dubrovnik had twelve university and six professional courses in the following fields: science of navigation, marine engineering, marine electrical engineering and communication technologies, business and applied information technology, aquaculture and mariculture, economy and business studies, tourism and mass communication. The institution also offers practical advice for students who seek accommodation. including hotels, dormitory and private accommodation. In the academic year 2010/11 there were 1,975 students enrolled at the university. The number of people engaged in lecturing, professional and scientific activities at the university adds to 151. See also Education in Croatia Dubrovnik References External links University of Dubrovnik University of Dubrovnik Educational institutions established in 2003 2003 establishments in Croatia Buildings and structures in Dubrovnik Organizations based in Dubrovnik