The University of Ljubljana is renowned for its quality social and natural sciences and technical study programmes, structured in accordance with the Bologna Declaration. Our projects keep pace with the latest developments in the areas of arts, sciences and technology at home and abroad. The University of Ljubljana is listed amongst the top 500 universities in the world according to the ARWU Shanghai, Times THES-QS and WEBOMETRICS rankings.
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Top reasons to study here
- Academic excellence and the highest possible quality.
- The University of Ljubljana has close ties with Slovenian companies and foreign enterprises.
- By 2020, the University will be recognized as an internationally open and excellent research university, creatively contributing to the quality of life.
Master's Programmes
Social Sciences (8)
- M.A. European Studies
- M.A. Social Informatics
Business & Management (3)
Computer Science & IT (3)
- M.Sc. MathematicsFaculty of Mathematics and Physics
- M.A. Social Informatics
Engineering & Technology (2)
- Faculty of Mechanical Engineering - Laboratory for Tribology and Interface Nanotechology
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (2)
- M.Sc. MathematicsFaculty of Mathematics and Physics
- Faculty of Mechanical Engineering - Laboratory for Tribology and Interface Nanotechology
Education & Training (1)
About
History
University of Ljubljana is the oldest and largest higher education and scientific research institution in Slovenia. University with its rich tradition was founded in 1919.
Education
More than half of all undergraduate students in Slovenia finish their studies at the University of Ljubljana, as well as two thirds of masters degree students or specialists, and more than eighty percent of doctors of science.
At the University of Ljubljana we make sure that all studies are carried out in a positive learning environment. In addition to lectures, practical lectures and seminars, considerable attention is paid to practical education, international exchanges, extra-curricular activities, career consulting and other student activities.
Research
University of Ljubljana every year traditionally opens the University Week with the presentation of the most prominent research achievements. The purpose of the event is to emphasize the university’s focus on research and to present those researchers who achieved especially visible results this year.
When selecting the creators of the ten most prominent research achievements of the University of Ljubljana, the commission primarily takes into account international prominence, which is evident from quotations and the influence of the journal in which the work was published.
Career
- career consultations on an individual basis and in groups (advice on choosing a study programme, on entering into employment, on preparing a career plan);
- free workshops and other additional education for students to obtain further competencies and practical knowledge for more effective entry into the labour market;
- information on first-, second- and third-cycle studies;
- information on employment opportunities after graduation;
- presentations of employers and employment opportunities in their organisations for the purpose of establishing contact between students and potential employers even before graduation;
- study visits to organisations where students get to see first-hand the real working environment.
University Ranking
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2018
394
2017
-
2016
-
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2018
401
2017
401
2016
401
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2019
601
2018
601
2017
601
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2019
651
2018
651 -50
2017
601
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
The International Office is a part of the Student Organization of University of Ljubljana (ŠOU v Ljubljani), which takes care of Slovenian and foreign exchange students who study at the University of Ljubljana.
The International Office helps foreign exchange students with arranging subsidized student meals, public transfer tickets (LPP – Ljubljana public transport) and student ID cards. We also organize events that spice up your social life while on exchange.
We are always looking forward to visits from international students, so do not be afraid to drop by!
Housing services
University of Ljubljana does not offer housing capacities for students. The fact makes the concern about housing during the studies all the more important. There are three possibilities of residing during the studies in Ljubljana:
- student dormitories at Študentski domovi v Ljubljani,
- renting a room or a flat please contact Študentska svetovalnica
- Students in postgraduate study programmes can also see for possibilities of housing at the House of Postgraduates.
Library services
There are 38 academic libraries at the faculties and academies of the University of Ljubljana. The University’s library system also incorporates the Central Technological Library at the University of Ljubljana and the National and University Library. The coordination of libraries’ activities is carried out by the Vice-rector, the Library Council and the University Office of Library Services.
Student Life
Campus life
The central building, all three academies and faculties are located in the centre. Some of the most recent and modern buildings were constructed on the outskirts of Ljubljana, giving the university and its students a ubiquitous presence in the city.
Sports facilities
The basic mission of the University of Ljubljana in the field of students’ sports activities is to provide organizational, personnel, material and financial conditions for the growth and development of students’ sports activities, particularly those enabling the widest possible involvement of the student population.
It is also an important segment of the mission of creating better conditions for studying student athletes, in cooperation with the Sports Association of the University of Ljubljana and the Slovenian University Sports Association to ensure conditions for the development of competitive sports for students at our university, Slovenian and wider international arena.
The Global Study Awards
Together with the ISIC Association and British Council IELTS, StudyPortals offers you the chance to receive up to £10000 to expand your horizon and study abroad. We want to ultimately encourage you to study abroad in order to experience and explore new countries, cultures and languages.
Student Reviews
Quality education
Anonymous rated 3 out of 5 stars
I learned a lot, although, with different organisation and grading system or logic, I think I would've learned even more. The professor - student relations are sometimes affecting the grade (too much), which should be eliminated through some control mechanism or re-structuring of exam system.
Standing out from the crowd
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
Studying, experiencing, having fun.
Study in Ljubljana, Slovenia!
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
I think it is amazing studying there, it is a student town, many parties. The faculty is very good, quite well equipped, though some improvements could be made. Professors are nice, kind, helpful. I very much enjoy studying here.
