Student exchange
Erasmus accreditation reference: (2021)1530211 - 27/2/2021
Erasmus ID code: SI NOVO-ME10
OID number: E10129692
Erasmus charter for heigher education 2021 – 2027
Erasmus Policy Statement (EPS) 2021 – 2027
The Faculty of Organisation Studies in Novo mesto warmly welcomes all international students who wish to join us through the Erasmus+ programme or other student exchange schemes. We invite you to experience a vibrant academic environment, discover Slovenia, and become part of a community that values knowledge, curiosity, cultural exchange, and personal growth.
Choosing FOS for your mobility means joining a supportive and student-focused faculty where individual attention, high-quality teaching, and practical learning come first. Your presence enriches our classrooms, strengthens international cooperation, and brings new perspectives that benefit our entire academic community.
For all students, professors, and staff coming to FOS for Erasmus mobility, we also offer our Course Catalogue, which provides detailed information on our courses and study programmes, and a Welcome Guide, containing all the essential information you will need upon arrival in Slovenia.
Our International Office is here to assist you every step of the way — from your first questions and application, through your arrival and studies in Novo mesto, to the completion of your mobility. We will ensure that your exchange experience is smooth, enjoyable, and academically rewarding.
We look forward to welcoming you to FOS and helping you make the most of your Erasmus+ journey!
What is Erasmus+?
1.1 What is Erasmus+?
Erasmus+ is the European Union’s programme supporting education, training, youth and sport.
It enables students to study or complete a traineeship abroad while encouraging cooperation and exchange between higher education institutions.
Through Erasmus+, students gain:
- international experience and intercultural skills,
- new knowledge and professional competences,
- language development,
- recognition of academic achievements completed abroad,
- and opportunities for personal growth and long-term international connections.
Types of Mobility
1.2 Types of Mobility
1.2.1 Study Mobility
Incoming students can study at FOS for one or two semesters. Courses are taught in English, and all completed and approved courses are approved by the student’s home institution through a Learning Agreement.
Students benefit from:
- tuition-free study at the host institution,
- financial support from their home institution,
- improved language skills,
- international academic experience,
- and participation in FOS academic and extracurricular activities.
1.2.2 Traineeship Mobility
FOS also welcomes students completing Erasmus+ traineeships in Slovenia. Traineeships are carried out in companies or institutions and must relate to the student's study field.
Traineeships can be completed:
- during studies, or
- up to 12 months after graduation (recent graduates).
1.2.3 Blended Intensive Programmes (BIP)
A BIP combines:
- short-term physical mobility (5–30 days), and
- virtual collaboration with students from partner institutions.
BIPs include project work, workshops, research tasks, and cultural exchange.
Current BIP opportunities are listed HERE.
Choosing FOS as Your Host Institution
1.3 Choosing FOS as Your Host Institution
FOS cooperates with a wide network of European partners. Incoming students can join us if their home institution has a valid Erasmus+ agreement with FOS.
Students should explore:
- course offerings in English,
- ECTS credits,
- course descriptions and semester availability,
- programme requirements and learning outcomes.
If your university does not yet have an Erasmus+ agreement with FOS, it may be possible to establish one – your Erasmus coordinator can contact us.
Inclusion and Additional Support
1.4 Inclusion and Additional Support
1.4.1 Students with Fewer Opportunities
Erasmus+ promotes equal access. Students with physical, mental or health-related conditions can receive additional financial or organisational support.
1.4.2 Language Support – OLS
Erasmus+ Online Language Support (OLS) provides:
- mandatory pre- and post-mobility language assessments,
- free online language courses,
- tools for improving English (or other mobility languages) before and during the stay.
- Language testing is performed through OLS at the home institution.
- If needed, students should complete the OLS English course before arrival.
Language results do not affect participation but help match students with appropriate support.
Learn more HERE.
Application Procedure for Erasmus+ Incoming Students
1.5 Application Procedure for Erasmus+ Incoming Students
You can apply to FOS as an Erasmus+ exchange student if your home university is a partner institution.
Step 1: Nomination by your home institution
Your Erasmus coordinator must nominate you by sending an email to: erasmus@fos-unm.si
Step 2: Application submission
After nomination, students must:
- complete the Application Form (OBR-FOS-093),
- sign it,
- and submit it by email (scanned copy is sufficient).
Step 3: Acceptance and Learning Agreement
After approval, FOS sends:
- Letter of Acceptance,
- signed Learning Agreement,
- information on studies, accommodation, and living in Novo mesto.
Study Programmes Offered at FOS
1.6 Study Programmes Offered at FOS
FOS offers accredited programmes in Quality Management across all study cycles. The full curriculum and course catalogue are available. Students should consult the curriculum when preparing the Learning Agreement.
- Professional Degree – 1st Cycle: Quality Management
- Master’s Degree Programme – 2nd Cycle: Quality Management
- Doctoral Study Programme – 3rd Cycle: Quality Management
Application Deadlines
1.7 Application Deadlines
- 10 May – for Winter Semester
- 10 November – for Summer Semester
Academic Information
1.8 Academic Information
- Academic Calendar
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1.8.1 Workload and ECTS Credits
- 1 academic year = 60 ECTS
- 1 semester = 1030 ECTS
- 1 ECTS = 25–30 hours of student workload
1.8.2 Grading System
| Grade | Description | Percentage |
| 10 | excellent | 91–100% |
| 9 | very good | 81–90% |
| 8 | very good | 71–80% |
| 7 | good | 61–70% |
| 6 | sufficient | 51–60% |
| 1-5 | fail | below 51% |
| ECTS Grade | % of Students | Description |
| A | 10% | Excellent |
| B | 25% | Very good |
| C | 30% | gOOD |
| D | 25% | Satisfactory |
| E | 10% | Sufficient |
| FX/F | - | Fail |
Contact Information
1.9 Contact Information
Erasmus Office – Faculty of Organisation Studies in Novo mesto
erasmus@fos-unm.si
+386 (0)59 082 060
We look forward to welcoming you to FOS and supporting your Erasmus+ mobility in Slovenia!
