Biotehniška fakulteta
Ljubljana, Slovenia
Quick facts
- World rank
- #601
- 2026
- Acceptance rate
- —
- Students
- 2,881
- International students
- 7%
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 1947
Overview
The Biotechnical Faculty (Biotehniška fakulteta) of the University of Ljubljana is a leading Slovenian public institution for higher education and research in the life sciences. Its teaching and research covers biology, microbiology, agronomy, forestry, animal science, food science and technology, wood science and technology, landscape architecture, and biotechnology. The faculty operates across 13 locations, including its main campus in Ljubljana, and enrols approximately 2,900 students. It is a constituent member of the University of Ljubljana and plays a central role in educating experts for sustainable management of natural resources.
Fields of study
- Agronomy
- Biology
- Biotechnology
- Forestry
- Wood Science and Technology
- Food Science and Technology
- Animal Science
- Landscape Architecture
- Microbiology
- Horticulture
- Bioinformatics
- Nutrition
Accreditation: NAKVIS (Slovenian Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education)
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- October
- Application deadlines
- March 18 (first period for non-EU/Bachelor)
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- referat@bf.uni-lj.si
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
€8,000 / year
From about $8,640 / year
Domestic students
€2,500 – €4,500 / year
Tuition is free for Slovenian and EU citizens in full-time 1st and 2nd cycle programs. Fees apply to non-EU students and part-time students.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Official fee source (opens in a new tab)Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture - agronomy (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| Agriculture - agronomy and horticulture (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| Agriculture - animal husbandry (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| Agriculture - animal production (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| Agronomy (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | 2 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| Animal science (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | 2 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| Biosciences (opens in a new tab)Full Time | PhD | 4 years | Varies | Varies | — |
Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.