Student Life

The University of Maribor offers its students a vibrant and varied student life. It provides a wide selection of extracurricular activities (some of which are also credit-valued) in the field of culture, sports, and humanitarian activities. Enrich your free time and spend it well! You can join student associations and meet new friends. You will gain new experiences in extracurricular activities at the UM. Do not forget about mobility and exchange options!

UŠC Leon Štukelj

Looking for ways to stay active and meet new people during your studies? The Leon Štukelj University Sports Centre (UŠC) has a range of activities for all students. Check out UŠC's infographic (PDF; 528 KB) for information on how to get your membership, prices and schedules, explore the variety of sports activities they offer, and make the most of your university sports experience. Don't miss out on this opportunity for a healthy and fun student life!

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The Leon Štukelj University Sports Center was opened for students and staff at the University of Maribor in June 1995. In February 2000 it was named after our Olympian Leon Štukelj, who cut the ribbon at the symbolic reopening ceremony. On the occasion of his 100^th birthday (in November 1998), a bust of him was erected in the gallery of the hall.

The University Sports Hall has the following facilities:

Large hall (34.60 m x 55.60 m, 1898 m² net area), can be divided into three sectors and allows the implementation of various sports: volleyball, basketball, badminton, handball, football and table tennis;
Martial arts hall (113 m²), allows the implementation of martial arts, such as aikido, karate and judo, as well as physical training and yoga;
Aerobics and dance hall (113 m²), intended for aerobics, dance and rhythmics;
Squash hall (two rooms of 125 m² each);
Fitness hall (two rooms, a total of 130 m²);
Climbing wall City Wall (160 m²);
Sauna (dry Finnish sauna for 6 people).

The accompanying infrastructure comprises eight changing rooms with toilets for athletes and eight cabinets for teachers, coaches, and judges. A small lecture hall with 20 seats and a large lecture hall with 80 seats are available for the implementation of the theoretical part of the pedagogical process. Tribunes with over 800 seats and stands in the gallery are intended for spectators.

National mobility

National mobility enables students to complete one semester of study at another Slovenian university, i.e. the University of Ljubljana, the University of Primorska or the University of Nova Gorica.

International Exchange

What is studying abroad like? What do you gain by studying abroad? How many universities can you study at? Among 117 institutions on 4 continents you will surely find something that matches your interest. Search for more information on international exchange.

Summer and Winter Schools

UM members organize winter and summer schools during the winter and summer holidays, with which you can supplement or upgrade your knowledge.

International Summer School of Logistics (June 2014)

Participation in Projects

For the participation in projects at individual faculties of the University of Maribor students should contact the course coordinator or the intended mentor/supervisor of their final work. For more opportunities to participate in projects, you can turn to the international organisation DEMOLA, which encourages participation in projects between university students and companies, both locally and internationally.

UM Student Council

The UM Student Council (ŠS UM) deals with problems related to students, is engaged in their well-being, and committed to the study quality. The ŠS UM consists of representatives of individual faculties, who equally represent all members of the university. It works on the principle "From students to students". In addition to participating in bodies, giving, and defending student opinions, they also prepare various extracurricular activities with the aim of spending quality extracurricular time and encouraging socializing among students. High-profile projects include:

UM Student raft competition,
University sports league for the UM champion,
Aerobics marathon,
UM Blood donation campaigns,
Health Week,
Collecting sweets and toys.

University Sports League for the UM Champion

For several academic years, the University Sports League for the Champion of the UM, which takes place at the Leon Štukelj University Sports Center has been organized and is intended for all students at the University of Maribor. Student teams from individual faculties can compete in football, basketball, and volleyball, while female students compete in volleyball. Competitions take place from November to April. Join us and compete or simply cheer for your faculty!

The University Sports League for the Champion of the University of Maribor

UM Student raft competition

During the Lent Festival, just before the summer and before the end of the summer exam period, a rowing competition of student teams on the Drava River is being organized. An important part of the competition is also gathering of students from the faculties of the University of Maribor, which is intended to relieve the burden on students during the exam period.