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Student councils for each year of study, for students in the additional year before graduation, and for doctoral students are elected by general, direct and secret ballot from among the respective groups of students. Nominations must be submitted by the end of the nomination period, no later than Monday, 19. 10. 2026, at 23:59. The link to the nomination form is included in the decision announcing the elections […]

The Faculty of Medicine at the University of Maribor received a national silver award from the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Slovenia for its innovation, the Biopharmaceutical Training Center Lendava. The center is a key component of a strategic investment in state-of-the-art production of active pharmaceutical ingredients for biosimilars. Using cutting-edge technology and equipment, it trains employees to work in one of the region's most advanced biopharmaceutical plants. The program, developed […]

Dear first-year students! Start your studies with orientation week and explore the varied program. Selected workshops are open to all students. You are about to begin one of the most exciting periods of your life: your university years. We are delighted that you have chosen to spend them at the University of Maribor. Are you already wondering where your classes will take place, where […]

Welcome to the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Maribor! Starting your studies is an important step toward one of the most rewarding and responsible professions. To make your first day at the faculty as welcoming, relaxed and informative as possible, we invite you to the MF UM orientation day on 30 September 2026 at 9 a.m. in lecture hall P12 at the Faculty of Medicine […]

EndoVia Therapeutics, a biotechnology company based in Maribor and a spin-out of the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Maribor, was successful in the EIC Pre-Accelerator pilot call. In a highly competitive selection process, the European Innovation Council (EIC) supported PRECISION-ECS, a project to develop a platform for predicting how individual tumors respond to cannabinoid treatment. Its idea impressed the evaluators among thousands of applications […]

On 12 May 2026, the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Maribor held its second career fair for students of medicine, dental medicine and pharmacy, students completing their degrees, and recent graduates. The event brought together numerous healthcare providers, from health centers and hospitals to public healthcare institutions and pharmacies, offering a comprehensive overview of career opportunities after graduation. Once again, the fair attracted considerable student interest and offered opportunities to make direct contact [...]

The Faculty of Medicine and the Faculty of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at the University of Maribor received the prestigious Lekova zvezda award for 2025, presented by Lek d.d., a member of the Sandoz Group. The award reflects the University of Maribor's close, long-standing collaboration with industry and recognizes its important contribution to the development of knowledge and skilled professionals in pharmacy and biopharmaceuticals. More information is available on the University of Maribor website.

Best CPR Team is an international emergency medical care competition for students, paramedics and physicians. It tests knowledge and, above all, practical skills in responding to life-threatening situations, and emphasizes the importance of teamwork and effective communication under pressure. At this year's competition in Ljubljana, Slovenian teams of paramedics and students were joined by teams from Austria and North Macedonia and a group of family physicians from the Czech Republic. Our faculty was represented by two

Detailed job description: Education according to KLASIUS: 170 higher education, 2nd cycle, university higher education (former) etc., 0919 Health, other Alternative education: 170 higher education, 2nd cycle, university higher education (former) etc., 0599 Natural sciences, mathematics and statistics, other Duration of employment: fixed term, expected from October 1, 2026 until obtaining a doctorate, or until September 30, 2030 at the latest Type of employment: […]

Welcome to the Faculty of Medicine, UM! The information day will be held in person at the Faculty of Medicine, UM, Taborska ulica 8 (lecture hall 1N6) on Monday, May 11, 2026, at 2 p.m. Program of events on the information day: Get-together with doctoral students and PhD holders Doctoral students and PhD holders will gladly share their experience of postgraduate study at the Faculty of Medicine […]

You are cordially invited to the 35th jubilee international conference MEDICINE, LAW AND SOCIETY on the topic: Sustainable Development of Healthcare. The conference will take place on March 26 and 27, 2026, at the University of Maribor, Slomškov trg 15, 2000 Maribor. The event is held under the honorary patronage of the President of the Republic of Slovenia, Dr. Nataša Pirc Musar. The program and more information about the conference can be found in the attachment.

The Call for nominations for UM awards has been published, which aims to reward students' creative activity in various fields: The call is intended for successful athletes at the international level and in university sports, for students who develop activities at UM with above-average commitment, for cultural creators actively involved in cultural activities, for big-hearted volunteers who selflessly devote their time to helping others […]