University of Žilina

The University of Žilina is a public university located in Žilina, Slovakia.

It first began as the College of Railways in 1953 and was subsequently renamed the University of Transport in 1959. It has been operating under its current name since 1996.

The university offers undergraduate, graduate and doctoral courses in wide range of subjects ranging from transport to marketing and humanities.

The University of Zilina is the only university located in the north western region of Slovakia.

The university is well known for its engineering programs and has research partnerships with universities across the world.

The university is involved in a wide array of scientific projects such as the TEMPUS, COST, National Scholarship Programme, and the DAAD. The university also actively organises several scientific and professional events and is working to deepen its engagement through its University Science Park and Research Centre.

The university has a large and modern campus located near the serene forest park in Žilina. It offers students a wide range of amenities such as relaxation zones, libraries, dormitories and cafeterias. There is are active student clubs which organise a wide range of events and activities every year.