Ljubljana, Slovenia
Available for UniSA Business students only.
Established in 1919, University of Ljubljana is the oldest and largest higher education and scientific research institution in Slovenia. School of Economics and Business has become the first and only Triple Crown School in Slovenia and in the broader region to have been awarded the – EQUIS, AACSB and AMBA international accreditations. This achievement ranks the school among the top 1% of business and economics schools in the world.
The University of Ljubljana ranks among the top 3% of universities in the world. The Faculty of Economics and Business campus is 3.5 kms away from the University’s main campus which is the city centre next to the congress square.
Students of the University get free access to the sporting facilities on campus. These include access track sports, badminton, yoga and pilates studio, basketball, volleyball, swimming, alpine skiing and cross-country skiing and more.
Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia, is a relatively large central European city with approximately 300,000 inhabitants. Situated between the Alps and the Adriatic Sea, this city is the political and cultural heart of the Slovenian nation and most charming in summer.
Students make up one seventh of the population of Ljubljana, giving the city a vibrant and exuberant youthful character. In 2016 the city was the European Green Capital and the city centre is now mostly car-free.
Slovenia, officially the Republic of Slovenia, is a country located in central/south-eastern Europe. It is bordered by Italy, Austria, Hungary, Croatia, and the Adriatic Sea. Once part of Yugoslavia, Slovenia is a member nation of the European Union, United Nations, and NATO. The capital and largest city is Ljubljana.
Slovenia is home to approximately 2 million people, and has one of the lowest population densities in Europe at 101 people per square kilometre. The official and most common language is Slovene, however Hungarian and Italian are also official languages. Most Slovenians are also familiar and comfortable with English.
Slovenia’s terrain is mostly mountainous and half of the territory is covered by forests. Climates range through sub-Mediterranean to alpine, depending upon the area you're in. Slovenia has significant biological diversity and is one of the most water-rich countries in Europe. The mountains offer traditional snowsports, whereas warmer regions by the seaside boast beautiful old towns and clear waters for swimming. Slovenia is getting more and more tourists every year, but is still not nearly at the levels that countries such as Germany and France experience. This makes it a wonderful country to go for exchange, as people are used to visitors and English-speakers, but you're not navigating your way through crowds during your travels.
Slovenia is a great destination for those after adventure – you can zipline the steepest descent in the world, bungee jump off the longest train bridge built of stone blocks, go white water rafting and trek through mountains and forests.
Slovenia has historically been the crossroads of cultures, being part of many different states including the Roman Empire, Byzantine Empire, Carolingian Empire, the Habsburg Monarchy, the Republic of Venice and the Austro-Hungarian Empire. If you are looking for European history, you'll find it here!
Did you know?
In a population of just two million people, there are around 90,000 beekeepers. You could say beekeeping is part of the identity of the country. It’s one of the greenest countries in the world, with a remarkable 53.6% of Slovenia designated protected land.
August 1st to go on exchange in SP2
January 11th to go on exchange in SP5
Winter semester (SP5)
October to January
Spring Semester (SP2)
February to June
All students must meet standard exchange selection criteria and any host institution restrictions.
Only courses from the School of Economics and Business are available for exchange.
Credits are measured by the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) and the following applies:
It can sometimes be difficult to make up exactly 22.5 units (not all courses will be worth exactly 7.5 ECTS), but you should be able to get very close. Make sure you check with your PD if you don’t have exactly 22.5 ECTS.
Non-native English speakers must submit TOEFL score of 79 (IBT) or IELTS score of 6 for English, or any official certificate.
August 1st to go on exchange in SP2
January 11th to go on exchange in SP5
Weather
Autumn/Winter: -2°c to 8°c
Spring/Summer: 11°c to 20°c
Currency
€ Euro
Local language/s
Slovene
University of Ljubljana does not offer airport pick up. Students will need to make their own way to the campus from Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport.
More information on how to get to the campus can be found here.
There are very limited number of on-campus accommodation options at University of Ljubljana. Preference is given on “first come first serve” basis. More information on on-campus dormitories can be found here. Should you wish to apply to stay on-campus after you have been accepted by University of Ljubljana, please complete the online application form.
University of Ljubljana is also a partner of HousingAnywhere.com, the international student-to-student housing platform. Students who are coming from abroad to Ljubljana can find & book a student room on www.HousingAnywhere.com. The rooms on this platform are offered by our students that go abroad for a study abroad semester, exchange, Erasmus or internship. Using the platform itself is completely free for you as a student; when you confirm your booking, an administrative fee will be charged as a part of Housing Anywhere’s secure booking system.
Off-campus accommodation organised privately by yourself is also available. The Student Organization of the University of Ljubljana will help you in your search for private accommodation after your arrival to Ljubljana. To get started, please email: rooms@sou-lj.si for guidance.
As an exchange partner with the University of South Australia, you do not have to pay tuition fees to University of Ljubljana, instead you will pay tuition as you would normally at UniSA. Travel and living expenses are at your own cost. The table below gives an indication of costs you will incur:
Items | Approximate Cost (AUD) |
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Return flights from Adelaide | $2000 |
Accommodation | $200 - $300 per month |
Meals/Groceries | $300 per month |
Transportation | $150 per month |
Entertainment and incidentals including phone, laundry etc. | $250 per month |
More information can be found here.
You may be eligible to receive additional grants or scholarships to fund your experience. For more information please see the funding and scholarships website.
UniSA offers travel insurance as part of your exchange for up to 270 days (can be extended up to 365 days). For more information please see travel insurance website.
Please click here to read the travel insurance policy.
A list of Frequently Asked Questions can be found here.
If you have any further questions about travel insurance, please contact the UniSA Insurance Office on 08 8302 1678.
August 1st to go on exchange in SP2
January 11th to go on exchange in SP5
It is your responsibility to apply for your visa for your overseas study experience. You can refer to the relevant consulate regarding a specific countries visa requirement. UniSA is legally unable to provide visa advise. Please see below links for more information.
Australian Government DFAT brief on Slovenia is available here.
Slovenia embassy website can be found here.
University of Ljubljana student visa FAQ is available here.
To participate in an exchange experience, you must register your travel with International SOS (iSOS). We will provide instructions on how to do this throughout the process.
UniSA has partnered with iSOS to offer our students medical, safety and security advice, referrals, emotional support and routine and emergency assistance when travelling or living abroad.
For more information please visit the Travel Health and Safety Webpage.
Before your departure, we strongly encourage you to visit the Smartraveller website.
The website contains important information you need to know about travel documents, up to date travel advisories on destinations you may be travelling to on behalf of the University, travel tips and more.
August 1st to go on exchange in SP2
January 11th to go on exchange in SP5
Summer/Winter programs offered by this partner are not offered on an exchange basis. These are fee-paying programs. When making an application for this program you should select, ‘Short Term Study’ on the application form.
Ljubljana Summer School: Take the best from east and west | |
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Location: Ljubljana. Slovenia |
UniSA application deadline: TBA |
Program dates: TBA |
Credit: 6 to 7 ECTS |
Duration: 3 weeks |
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Eligibility: This program is available to UniSA Business students only. |
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Credit notes: 7.5 ECTS is equal to 4.5 UniSA units Bachelor courses 6 ECTS, Master courses 7 ECTS |
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Program brochure: Currently unavailable |
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