Program Overview
The Social Informatics at University of Ljubljana is a MA programme in Social Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of social sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Social Informatics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Slovenia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: EUR 4,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Ljubljana, Slovenia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Social Informatics programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- New technologies in social science research
- Research seminar
- Information society phenomena
- Digital presence practicum
- Project management in Information society
- Statistics and data analysis
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Master study programme Social Informatics is open to:
- Graduates who have completed first level study programme from the following study disciplines: social sciences, journalism and information, business and administrative studies, teacher training and pedagogical disciplines, mathematics and statistics, computer science, humanities, law, technical sciences, production technology, architecture and construction, medicine, social work and environmental protection, and have gathered 240 ECTS; they can enrol in postgraduate Master Study programme without additional requirements.
- Graduates who have completed first level study programme from other study disciplines and have gathered 240 ECTS; however, they are required to fulfil study requirements essential for the continuation of study (30 ECTS): Introduction to Sociology, Introduction to Social Informatics, Statistics, Statistics II and Computer Data Analysis, Social Sciences Research Methods, Introduction to Informatics. Candidates can apply for recognition of the listed courses on the basis of their knowledge gained during former education.
- Graduates who have completed first level study programme from whichever study discipline and have gathered 180 ECTS are required to pass the courses in the scope of 60 ECTS from the framework of the Programme for upgrading social sciences related knowledge prior to their enrolment to the second level of study programme at the Faculty of Social Sciences. The selection of exams to be passed will be made in agreement with the programme coordinator.
Selection criteria in the case of restricted enrolment
Criteria for the selection of applicants in the case of restricted enrolment in Master study programmes comprise:- Grade point average in previous studies accounts for 50% of the final grade.
- Grade of oral selection exam in front of an expert committee from the discipline the candidate is applying for accounts for 50% of the final grade.
Higher education institution recognizes the knowledge, skills, abilities or competences obtained through formal, informal or empirical learning, which corresponds in content and complexity in part or completely with general or course-specific competences defined in individual study programmes as completed study obligation expressed in and evaluated with credit points.
In the framework of study programme, the knowledge obtained through formal, informal or empirical learning can be recognized as a part of completed study obligations. Certificates and other adequate documents or proofs are taken into consideration.Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 4,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: EUR 4,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Ljubljana directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Ljubljana
University of Ljubljana
Ljubljana, Slovenia
University of Ljubljana is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date 2017-10-03
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
