Program Overview

University Program Information

The Department of Geotechnology, Mining and Environment is one of four departments of the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Engineering, located at Aškerčeva cesta 12 in Ljubljana.

About the Department

The department offers various study programs, including Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral degrees.

Study Programs

• Bachelor's degree
  • Geotechnology and Environmental Engineering (UN)
  • Geotechnology and mining (VS)
  • Pre-Bologna programs
• Master's Degree
  • Geotechnology (MAG)
• Doctoral Degree
  • Materials Science and Engineering

Enrollment Conditions

Candidates for the PhD studies in Materials Science and Engineering are expected to meet one of the following criteria:

• Completed undergraduate second-cycle programme with Engineer Diploma
• Completed uniform MSc study programme with a total of 300 ECTS
• Completed former university undergraduate study programme
• Completed former study Programme with MSc degree (60 ECTS can be recognised, final enrolment is approved by the Programme Council)
• Completed former Specialisation programme, provided that the candidate has previously completed an undergraduate higher professional programme, with additional obligations (bridging programme), with a total of 10 to 60 ECTS and pending the decision of the Programme Council
• Completed studies at another domestic or foreign university according to the requirements that apply to students studying in Slovenia

Selection Criteria

Enrolment is limited to 40 students. Should there be more than 40 applicants, candidates will be selected according to the following methodology:

• Average grade of previous studies (50%)
• Scientific and/or research and specialist publications, rewards and important practical experience (40%)
• Average grade for chosen course (10%)

Recognition of Knowledge and Skills

Prior learning through formal, informal or experiential education will be recognised according to Paragraph 9 of the Rules for curricula accreditation in case of limited enrolment. The Programme Council makes decisions about recognition of knowledge and skills acquired through previous education of the candidate.

Curriculum

The curriculum for each study program is as follows:

• Bachelor's degree
  • Geotechnology and Environmental Engineering (UN)
    • General information
    • Enrollment conditions
    • Other information
      • Grading method
      • Student obligations
      • Transfer between programmes
      • External electives and mobility
    • Curriculum
      • 1st year
      • 2nd year
      • 3rd year
    • About diploma degree
    • Timetables
  • Geotechnology and mining (VS)
    • General information
    • Enrollment conditions
    • Other information
      • Grading method
      • Student obligations
      • Transfer between programmes
      • External electives and mobility
    • Curriculum
      • 1st year
      • 2nd year
      • 3rd year
    • Practical Training
    • About diploma degree
    • Timetables
• Master's Degree
  • Geotechnology (MAG)
    • General information
    • Enrolment conditions
    • Other information
      • Grading method
      • Student obligations
      • Transfer between programmes
      • External electives and mobility
    • Curriculum
      • 1st year
      • 2nd year
    • About master degree
    • Timetables
• Doctoral Degree
  • Materials Science and Engineering
    • General information
    • Enrollment conditions
    • Other information
      • Student obligations
      • Grading method
      • Conditions for Concluding Study
      • Transfer between programmes
      • Mobility
    • Curriculum
    • Lecturers of the courses and mentors
    • About doctoral thesis

Research Areas

The department is involved in various research areas, including materials science and engineering, geotechnology, and mining.

Faculty and Staff

The department has a team of experienced lecturers, assistants, and staff who are dedicated to providing high-quality education and research opportunities.

Library and Resources

The department has access to a library and other resources, including laboratories and equipment, to support student learning and research.