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Ajla Pedljič
Automation and Robotics“I chose mechanical engineering because I had always been interested in what goes on behind the scenes with tools …”
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Alenka Rojnik
Civil Engineering“I had already completed a university degree in geoinformatics, so I had experience of a different way of studying. I …”
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Aljoša Medved
Security Engineering“I chose this course because it is the most closely connected to my current work in the Slovenian Armed Forces. At the same time, the …”
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Katja Novak
Systems Engineering“I chose to study at Academia mainly because of the option of distance learning. At the same time I felt that this …”
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Miša Mulec
Graphic Design“I chose graphic design because art has always excited and inspired me. Through creating I can express …”
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Ognjen Vučković
Digital Marketing and Sales“I chose it mainly because of the link between digital marketing and sales. I am interested in analytics, creativity and …”
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Saša Gril
Human Resource Management“I used to work in tourism and then started working in human resources, which was something quite new for me …”
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Tina Jerot
Photography“I chose this course because I have loved photography since I was little. I also collect old cameras and …”
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Urša Marolt
3D Animation“I first came across 3D modelling in landscape architecture, and the field really attracted me. I knew I wanted …”
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Viktorija Sokolenko
Accounting“In Ukraine I had already gained a qualification in accounting, so I decided to continue in Slovenia in …”
Story →Martina Denkova
Civil Engineering · Erasmus+ placement at CEMOSA, Córdoba (laboratory)“I wanted to step out of my comfort zone and prove myself in a demanding laboratory environment.”
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Alen Kresojevič
Video Production“I was drawn to the world of media production – photography, video, the whole creative space that opens up here. I was looking …”
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Bor Zupanič
3D Animation“I was looking for a 3D modelling course in Slovenia and could not find another school that really offered one. Academia …”
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Breda Zorec
Civil Engineering“I work in Ptuj, so being close to Maribor mattered. I am also a firm believer in studying in person. And it …”
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Denis Narat
Data Science“Honestly, because Academia was the only one offering a Data Science module. The option of studying from home …”
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Filip Milošević
Software Engineering“Since I already work as a software engineer, being able to combine my studies with my job was very important to me, and …”
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Jan Jereb
Systems Engineering“I chose to study at Academia because I was looking for distance learning and, at the same time, something in eastern Slovenia, as I am …”
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Janja Stolić
Accounting“For me the key was the option of distance learning, since I live quite far from Maribor. That flexible …”
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Katja Kremžer
Photography“I chose the course because Academia gives me flexibility. Not every study process is the same or simple, but here you can …”
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Nika Korez
Graphic Design“I was choosing between two options: Academia and the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Engineering (NTF) in Ljubljana. I chose Academia …”
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Timotej Rotovnik
Security Engineering“For me the key was being able to watch lectures afterwards. Because of work and other commitments I could not …”
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Vid Herodež
Production Management“Because mechanical engineering had always interested me, I started moving towards this field, and I heard about Academia through a …”
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Andraž Fistravec
Civil Engineering · Lumar“Since successfully completing my studies, the biggest change I notice is that I have been able to carry some of what I gained …”
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Gašper Fistravec
Civil Engineering“Looking back, what I remember most about studying at Academia is the team around us: it was never a problem to register …”
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Gorazd Vozlič
Software Engineering · employed in a three-shift job“I work in a demanding job with three shifts. I had always wanted to get out of that routine, and studying at Academia gave me the …”
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Mirjam Avguštin
Video Production“I am not employed yet, but I have already had a lot of projects – including working with Disney and with a studio from England.”
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Sara Kink
Digital Marketing and Sales · Pro Plus“I work at Pro Plus, where I am a project manager.”
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Sebastjan Javoršek
Digital Marketing and Sales“My mother-in-law was in one of the first generations at Academia and receives the newsletter. One day she brought it over …”
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Srđan Čestić
Production Management · AVL (Graz) – first graduate of the joint Academia + FH …“I wanted to combine the engineering knowledge I gained in Maribor and Graz with an understanding of artificial …”
Story →Karin Žlebir
Graphic Design · Erasmus+ exchange in Prague (one year)“The exchange in Prague was an invaluable experience for me, one that will stay a part of me for ever.”
Story →Lucija Macuh
Graphic Design · Erasmus+ placement at ÉCU – The European Independent …“I learnt first-hand how theory is effectively translated into practice. My design work for the festival taught …”
Story →Martina Karova
Digital Marketing and Sales · Erasmus+ placements in Barcelona (2024) and Vietnam (2026)“I gained new skills that allowed me to face challenges with greater confidence. I also became more grateful for …”
Story →Metka Volmajer
Graphic Design · Erasmus+ placement at Vision Factory, Barcelona“My first tasks were related to content creation, mainly writing articles with SEO elements and …”
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Taina Cvetko
Graphic Design · Erasmus+ placement at Vision Factory, Barcelona (6 …“I started my practical training on 14 October, and my work involves writing two articles a week on different …”
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David Mihalič
Software Engineering“The main reason I chose the Software Engineering module at Academia was the option of distance learning, which allowed …”
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Emilijano Dančić
Energy Engineering“I had already worked at several companies and always lacked that finishing touch to perfect my knowledge in my field; at the …”
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Greta Štumberger
Graphic Design“One of Academia's main advantages is the flexible timetable, which lets me fit my studies around my other …”
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Kristijan Šmid
Audio Production“I chose to study at Academia mainly out of a desire to progress. I have a good job that …”
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Megi Rosić
Photography“I chose to study at Academia mainly because of the curriculum itself and because it is close to home. Another important …”
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Nik Maher
Systems Engineering“I chose to study at Academia because of how well Academia informs prospective students, and because of the availability …”
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Simon Zimič
Video Production“In my free time I started working on video production and soon afterwards decided to upgrade my knowledge and …”
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Tin Novak Koletić
3D Animation“I chose to study at Academia because of the high-quality 3D Animation programme, which was presented …”
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Tina Maučec
Accounting“I definitely chose the vocational course at Academia because of the option of distance learning, which was a …”
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Tomaž Smrekar
Civil Engineering“A major influence on my decision was the option of attending lectures online and the fact that the course is …”
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Urša Rakovič
Digital Marketing and Sales“I chose Academia mainly because of the way lectures are delivered, the personal approach and the availability of staff – here a …”
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