University of Ljubljana

Every new academic year offers new opportunities for academic and personal growth, and we are looking forward to encouraging you along this exciting journey of learning and discovery. We are happy to welcome you to this information package of our degree programs and hope you find something of your interest.

Choosing your studies is one of the most important decisions of your life. We suggest you think carefully about what you like, as it makes studying much easier. Visit our websites and social networks of the faculties you are interested in, learn all there is to know when choosing to study at our University, and prepare your questions. If you need any advice or help, do not hesitate to contact us. We will do our best to provide you with all the information and answers to any questions you may have.

Most of our members (academies and faculties) are located in Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia, except our Faculty of Maritime Studies and Transport which is located in Portorož by the Adriatic Sea.

Ljubljana is a very pleasant and youthful city to live in. We have many museums, galleries, theatres, cinemas, institutes, libraries, and one of the oldest philharmonic orchestras in the world. In the city center, you will find lots of pubs, restaurants, clubs, and shops. There are plenty of green spaces too. Kongresni trg (square) is one of the central squares in Ljubljana which is also the seat of the Rectorate of the University of Ljubljana.

Our degree programs range across all fields of study: Art, Fine Arts, Natural Science, Technology and Engineering, Social Sciences, Humanities, Medicine, Health Sciences, and Sport, which are designed in line with the Bologna Process guidelines. Within the University of Ljubljana and in cooperation with foreign universities, we provide joint, interdisciplinary, and multidisciplinary study programs in all three cycles. In addition to lectures, tutorials, and seminars, we place great emphasis on practical training, the inclusion of students in project work, international exchanges, career guidance, and extracurricular and other activities.

As our student, you will have a great opportunity to study in the diverse international community with many visiting professors and international students from all over the world. Each year around 40.000 students upgrade and develop their knowledge and skills at our institution, among them, we have 8%, are international students. The University of Ljubljana programs are completed by more than half of all bachelor graduates in Slovenia, more than two-thirds of master’s and specialization degree holders, and more than 80 percent of doctors of science.

Our commitment to academic excellence and diversity of activities is confirmed by the international university rankings and many other national and international recognition of the study and research achievements of our academic and research community.

A particular concern of the University of Ljubljana is the transfer of knowledge to the industry, for the safety of the environment, people’s health, the quality of life, and the wealthy economy, which is why we cooperate closely with many Slovenian and foreign companies. Our partners are prominent multinational corporations and top Slovenian organizations.