Dr. Franjo Tuđman Defense and Security University
Zagreb, Croatia
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
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- Students
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- International students
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- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
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Overview
Dr. Franjo Tuđman Defense and Security University (SOIS FT) is the leading higher education and scientific research institution serving the Homeland Security and Defense System of the Republic of Croatia. Located in Zagreb, with a naval studies campus in Split, the university delivers academic programmes in military-defense and security-intelligence sciences. It offers undergraduate and graduate programmes in Military Engineering, Military Leadership and Management, and an integrated undergraduate and graduate programme in Military Naval Studies. Cadets receive full financial support including accommodation, meals, and a monthly scholarship, and are guaranteed officer employment in the Croatian Armed Forces upon graduation.
Fields of study
- Military Science & Defense
- Security Studies
- Military Engineering
- Naval Studies
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
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- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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- GPA (minimum)
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- Intakes
- Autumn 2026
- Application deadlines
- Varies by program
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- referada@sois-ft.hr
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
Varies by program
Domestic students
Varies by program
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
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| Military Engineering (Graduate) (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | 1 year | Varies | Varies | — |
| Military Engineering (Undergraduate) (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | Varies | Aug 14, 2026 | Fall |
| Military Leadership and Management (Graduate) (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | 1 year | Varies | Varies | — |
| Military Leadership and Management (Undergraduate) (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | Varies | Aug 14, 2026 | Fall |
| Military Naval Studies (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | 5 years | Varies | Aug 14, 2026 | Fall |
Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.