European Faculty of Law Nova Gorica

The European Faculty of Law is an independent and private higher education institution. It was the first law Faculty in Slovenia that developed its study programmes in correspondence with the European Bologna model of studies. The Faculty was founded by the Institute for Human Rights, Advice and Education. In July 2005, the Council for Higher Education of the Republic of Slovenia granted accreditation to the European Faculty of Law in July 2005. Faculty’s head office is located in Nova Gorica. It also has its’ branch office located in the capital city Ljubljana. Lectures are held in both locations. Linking theory with practice, practical applicability of knowledge, innovation, professionalism and friendly academic environment are undoubtedly those elements that put the European Faculty of Law among top education institutions in Slovenia. Its success lies in a student-friendly and innovative learning process emphasizing the combination of theory and practice. Lectures and seminars in small groups are held by top Slovenian lecturers and lawyers from the ranks of judiciary, diplomacy, attorneys, public administration and other professions in the field of real estate. The Faculty is, following its vision, developing as an internationally recognized higher education institution in the areas of law and real estate management. Its main goals are academic excellence, competent and specialized departments as well as international recognition. For this purpose, the Faculty has obtained the Erasmus Charter for Higher Education to guarantee international exchange of students, professors and staff members. All study programmes are state-approved. They correspond with and develop according to the needs of national and international environment, and cover all three Bologna cycles. The overall study process is geared towards providing high quality, professional and useful knowledge and skills, which serve graduates and employers as added value in domestic and international labour market.