Program Overview
The Tribology of Surfaces and Interfaces - TRIBOS at University of Ljubljana is a MSc programme in Humanities over 24 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 humanities. 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 Tribology of Surfaces and Interfaces - TRIBOS 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 8,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 8,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Ljubljana, Slovenia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Tribology of Surfaces and Interfaces - TRIBOS programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Lubrication and Lubricants
- Oilfield Chemistry and Corrosion
- Materials Selection and Failure Analysis
- Engineering Computational Methods
- Tribology
- Contact Engineering
- Nanotechnology
- Technical Diagnostics
- Maintenance Technologies
- Material Selection and Processing
- Protection and Degradation of Surfaces
- Advanced Characterization Techniques
- Design of Surface Contacts
- Advanced Machine Elements
- Simulations in Tribology
- Design of Lubricated Contacts
- Master Thesis Project
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
A MINIMUM OF A BACHELOR DEGREE
(equivalent of 180 ECTS and comparable to the University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering RRP programme), with an average grade of at least 80% (grade point average GPA) in engineering, materials science, physical sciences or chemistry.
SELECTION CRITERIA
- Criterion 1: Academic education 50%
- Criterion 2: Language skills 20%
- Criterion 3: Letter of motivation 10%
- Criterion 4: Previous relevant professional experience 20%
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 8,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 8,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 8,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 8,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
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- Application Deadline 2031-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-10
- Language English
- Duration 24 months