University of Primorsk

Overview

With campuses in Koper, Izola and Portorož, the University of Primorsk (Universe na Primorskie) is a public university built for students who want a modern, interdisciplinary education in Slovenia’s Adriatic region. Founded in January 2003, UP currently serves about 6,000 students, including around 23% international students from nearly 45 countries.

UP is organized across six faculties and offers 79 degree programmes at bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral levels. Notably, 17 of these programmes are delivered entirely in English, including tracks in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Conservation Biology, Management, Tourism Enterprise and Sustainable Built Environments.

2. General Information

3. Fee Structure

Tuition at UP depends mainly on your study level and citizenship status. While EU, Slovenian and certain regional students may study full-time tuition-free, non-EU students should review programme-specific fees for the most accurate figure.

If you are comparing options across Slovenia, you may also want to review how fees and tuition models differ at other public universities like the University of Ljubljana and the University of Maribor.

4. Academic Programs

• Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctoral degrees across six faculties
• English-taught programmes including Anthropology, Cultural Heritage, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Management, Tourism, Data Science, Sustainable Built Environments, Conservation Biology, Suicidology and Mental Health
• Disciplines span humanities, science, management, education, health, tourism and technology
• Over 250 English-language course modules available to mobile and full-degree students

Because the curriculum includes both fully English-taught degrees and English-language modules, UP is often a good fit for students who want flexibility – for example, choosing a home degree in one track while taking electives in related fields. For additional context on how Slovenian universities structure degrees, you can also compare UP’s approach with other institutions such as the Alma Mater Europaea University.

5. Facilities

• Campuses in Koper, Izola and Portorož with modern lecture halls and labs
• University research centres including InnoRenew CoE and the Andrej Marušič Institute, supporting innovation and regional development
• 24/7 library access, study spaces, career centre, psychological support and student clinic
• Strong Erasmus+ and international exchange infrastructure with over 70 partner institutions in 67 countries

For students considering an exchange experience, UP’s course availability and Erasmus+ network are often a deciding factor. It may also help to compare mobility opportunities with other nearby universities in the region, including programs and learning environments at the University of Nova Gorica.

6. Accommodation

Accommodation for international and Erasmus students is offered in university-managed dormitories in Koper. Places are limited and allocated by application. Shared rooms typically include utilities and Wi‑Fi, with access to communal kitchens. Many students also choose private rentals nearby, where typical rent is around €250/month including expenses. Living costs in the Koper area are generally more affordable than in larger European capitals, but students should still budget for utilities and transport.

• Student dorm Prisoje and Barka: shared rooms, private bathroom, kitchen, free Wi‑Fi (~€160/month)
• Private shared apartment: ~€250/month including utilities

7. Contact Information

• Email: info@upr.si (general enquiries)
• Phone: available via University’s central directory
• Address: Glagoljaška ulica 8, 6000 Koper, Slovenia

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