University of Ljubljana
University of Ljubljana is the oldest and largest institution of higher education and scientific research in Slovenia. The university with its rich tradition was founded in 1919. It has approximately 40,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students and employs approximately 6,000 higher education teachers, researchers, assistants and administrative staff in 23 faculties and three arts academies. The central building, all three academies and faculties are located in the centre of Ljubljana. Some of the most recent and modern buildings were constructed on the outskirts, giving the university and its students a ubiquitous presence in the city.
The University of Ljubljana covers a broad spectrum of knowledge and expertise related to waterborne technologies. At the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, knowledge and skills in engineering and machine design, fuel cells, batteries, welding and mechatronics are just some of the areas of expertise.
Furthermore, The Faculty of Mechanical Engineering of the University of Ljubljana is aware of its important role and social responsibility in achieving the goals of the European Green Deal. In response to the challenges facing economic entities and academic institutions today, the faculty has created four research platforms: Factories of the Future, Sustainable Energy, Green and Safe Mobility and Health. The research platforms address particular social and economic issues where our researchers can help with their competencies and state-of-the-art research equipment.
The Faculty of Maritime Studies and Transport in Portorož, an important member of the University of Ljubljana, is a leading educational and research institution in Slovenia dedicated to the fields of maritime studies, transportation, traffic and logistics. With more than six decades of experience, the Faculty offers a wide range of academic programs — from undergraduate to doctoral studies — that provide students with a solid foundation in theory and practice, particularly in the fields of navigation, marine engineering and transport logistics. In addition to its traditional academic strengths, the Faculty is increasingly focusing on the demands of the digital and green transitions that are reshaping the transportation and maritime industries. It plays a crucial societal role by preparing future professionals for digitalization, automation and the use of smart technologies in transport systems. At the same time, the faculty emphasizes sustainable practices and environmental responsibility, aligning its curriculum and research with the European Union’s Green Deal and overall climate goals. Through cutting-edge research, close cooperation with industry and the promotion of innovation, the Faculty of Maritime Studies and Transport actively contributes to the development of smarter, greener and more efficient transport solutions. In doing so, it supports Slovenia’s strategic position in international logistics while nurturing a new generation of experts capable of leading the digital and environmental transformation of the transport sector.