Besa Arifi

Besa Arifi is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Law, South East European University in Tetovo. She has been affiliated with the institution since 2004, progressing from Junior Assistant to Assistant Professor (2011) and Associate Professor (2016). Her academic journey began at St. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje where she completed her BA, MA, and PhD in Law with exceptional distinction.

Education:

• BA, MA, PhD from Faculty of Law "Iustinianus Primus", St. Cyril and Methodius University
• BA: Graduated as top student of generation (completed early)
• MA Thesis: "Mutual legal assistance in criminal matters" (2006)
• PhD Dissertation: "Victim’s position in criminal law" (2010)

Research Focus: Her work centers on criminal justice systems, with emphasis on international legal cooperation, criminal procedure frameworks, and victim-centered approaches in criminal law. This research direction is foundational to her thesis and dissertation work.

Awards:

• Best Student of Generation recognition at St. Cyril and Methodius University

Career Progression:

• Junior Assistant (2004-2011)
• Assistant Professor (2011-2016)
• Associate Professor (2016-Present)