Study
Practical Information
Language requirements
It is vital to note that fluency in English is a prerequisite for successful studies at the Faculty of Medicine. Students who do not meet these requirements will not be considered for admission. While knowledge of Slovene is not obligatory, it is strongly recommended that students participate in the Slovene language courses offered by the University of Ljubljana prior to the commencement of their exchange. This will facilitate closer contact with patients during their exchange at the Faculty of Medicine.
Applicants must submit a language certificate to verify their English language proficiency. Proficiency in English is defined as level B2 on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
Evidence of language proficiency in English can be provided in one of the following ways:
- Submitting a transcript of records from the home university that lists the language skills;
- Submitting a language certificate that includes the CEFR scale;
- Submitting an TOEFL score of 79 (IBT) or an IELTS score of 6, or any other official certificate;
- Submitting results from the OLS (Online Language Support);
- Submitting any other official certificates.
Slovene Language Courses
The Centre for Slovene as a Second or Foreign Language organises an intensive three-week course of Slovene every year prior to the commencement of the semester for Erasmus+ incoming students. Applications can be submitted directly to the Centre. Centre.
Should attendance at the Slovene language courses at the centre not be feasible, it is possible to learn Slovene by using their Slovene online tool. The tool is currently available in seven different language options, which is a commendable initial step towards facilitating the acquisition of fundamental Slovene vocabulary.
The Faculty of Medicine organises a Slovenian medical vocabulary workshop with the assistance of students, which is held during the first week of each semester. The objective of the workshop is to provide students with a foundation of basic medical terminology, enabling them to communicate effectively with patients during their clinical practice. In addition, students have the option of utilising the provided tool. MEDINElingua which offers medical vocabulary in several languages.
Accommodation
The Faculty of Medicine does not provide accommodation for Erasmus+ incoming students. The central international office of the University of Ljubljana is responsible for providing basic information. A limited number of places are available in student dormitories, and the central office can provide practical information on how and where to find private accommodation. It is imperative that applications are submitted in a timely manner. Due to the city's increasing popularity, it is essential to ensure that arrivals are made in a timely fashion and that sufficient time is allocated for securing accommodation. Further information can be found at the following link: University webpage.
Medical Insurance
Sport Activities
ORGANIZED SPORTS ACTIVITIES AT THE FACULTY OF MEDICINE 2024/25
The Faculty of Medicine provides students with a selection of sporting activities, including football, basketball, volleyball, badminton, fitness, group exercises, functional workouts, aerobics, swimming, and cardio workouts. These activities are available in the sports hall located in Rožna dolina.
The Faculty of Sports offers a diverse programme, encompassing aerobics, endurance training, functional workouts, and swimming (for details, please refer to the schedule). Individuals interested in endurance training or in acquiring proficiency in triathlon training have the opportunity to participate in these activities at the sports park adjacent to the Faculty of Sports.
Registration for all sporting activities is required and can be completed in a timely manner. Registration for these activities commences on Monday, 6th October.
The commencement of organised sports practice in the halls is scheduled for Monday, 6th October 2025. It is important to note that each student may register for only one sport activity.
Students commencing their studies in the academic year 2025/2026 have the option of selecting the organised sporting activities offered by the Faculty of Medicine.
Description of sport activities:
Endurance training running + triathlon (Thursday):
The training programme caters to runners with varying degrees of experience, ranging from novice to experienced participants. Individuals contemplating the pursuit of triathlon training are also encouraged to enrol, as the programme is led by Klemen Laurenčak, a seasoned educator and national team coach for triathlon. He is an expert associate in the Athletics 1 course at the Faculty of Sports and a long-term running coach for Polet.
Functional training, Aerobics + SLB (stomach, legs, buttocks):
It is asserted that both exercises are suitable for all students who wish to experience variety without the necessity of specific prior knowledge. Furthermore, it is asserted that the exercises do not condition the level of physical fitness. The performer is our long-term colleague, Liza Jovičević, a Ph.D. student at the Faculty of Sports, with many years of experience in the field of group guided exercises. In both exercises, participants will also learn about a set of exercises for a healthy spine (mobility) and various relaxation techniques.
Cardio exercise, Fitness-guided exercise;
In the midst of the inaugural term in Rožna dolina (between 7:30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m.), within the present academic year, a collaborative endeavour will be undertaken. This initiative, which is set to take place in conjunction with a physical education professor hailing from the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, will encompass the aforementioned exercise. The undertaking will be overseen by Sport teacher Saša Ogrizovič, whose professional experience encompasses collaborations with numerous clubs and national teams, both domestic and international (KK Olimpija, Croatian national basketball team, among others). His expertise in the domain of athlete fitness training is poised to be a valuable source of knowledge.
Exercises at Biotechnical faculty (BF) and Faculty of Chemistry and Chemical Technology (FKKT):
To be decided
SPORTS ACTIVITIES WITHIN UL (Center for University Sport):
UL MF students also participate in competitions (league and individual competitions) organized by the Sports Association of the University of Ljubljana www.unisport.si. I invite all students, especially freshmen to join the MF teams and with their sports knowledge contribute to the success and visibility of the UL MF. In the 2018/19 academic year, our basketball players became champions of the university league, volleyball players won second place, and basketball players were third. These achievements place our faculty and its sports teams at the top of the most successful at UL.
The Center for Extracurricular Activities - COD organizes free practice for all students of the University of Ljubljana during exam periods (September, January, February, June) and various sports programs during the study period. Most of the activities take place in the sports hall in the student settlement in Rožna dolina. More information is available on their webpage.
SPORTS ACTIVITIES UNDER THE AUSPICES OF DSMS
The Sports project connects UL MF students with various sports interests, and teams are also organized to represent the Faculty of Medicine at university competitions. Students of the Faculty of Medicine participate in university league competitions and championships in football, basketball, volleyball, handball and many individual sports where they compete for the highest places.
They also participate in international sports events (Medicinijada, sports and entertainment meeting of medical faculties from the former Yugoslavia). You can get more information at the following web links and at the e-mail address:
http://www.dsms.net/ and FB page http://www.dsms.net/projekti-2/projekt-sport/ e-mail:
Ksenija Filipic Jeras
Office hours: Tuesday 12:00 - 15:00
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