The Faculty of Medicine at the University of Ljubljana is a comprehensive higher education institution dedicated to addressing the challenges of medical education, research, and healthcare advancement in Slovenia and beyond.
Founded in 1919, this faculty represents the oldest and most established medical education institution in Slovenia, offering a holistic approach that includes education, research, and clinical practice, specifically tailored to meet the needs of healthcare professionals and the families of those they serve. It operates renowned degree programs and also manages specialized research centres that provide cutting-edge scientific support to students and researchers, with a specific focus on biomedicine and clinical sciences.
The faculty is distinguished by its significant contributions to medical science, leading numerous clinical trials and maintaining one of the largest research portfolios in Europe. Its academic efforts span various domains, including basic sciences, clinical studies, genomics, biomarkers, and medical imaging, all aimed at understanding and advancing medical knowledge.
Additionally, the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Ljubljana extends its educational initiatives beyond professional training, incorporating international exchange programs designed to better prepare students for global healthcare challenges and support future medical professionals in their career development.
Key Information:
- Type of entity: Higher Education Institution & Research Centre
- Country: Slovenia
- Programs: Medicine and Dental Medicine (6-year programs), Interdisciplinary Doctoral Program Biomedicine
- Students: Over 2,000 current students with 12,000+ graduates since founding
- International partnerships: 100+ medical faculties worldwide
