About the University

Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski” is a public research university located in Sofia, Bulgaria. Founded in 1888, it is the oldest and largest university in Bulgaria and one of the most prestigious higher education institutions in Southeast Europe. The university is known for its excellence in research, humanities, sciences, medicine, economics, law, and technology.

History

Sofia University was established in 1888 as Bulgaria’s first higher education institution. It began as the Higher School of Education and gradually expanded by introducing new faculties such as Law, Medicine, Physics, Mathematics, Humanities, and Economics. The university was named after St. Kliment Ohridski, a medieval Bulgarian scholar and one of the disciples of Saints Cyril and Methodius. Over the years, it has become a major academic and scientific centre in Bulgaria.

Campus Details

The main campus of Sofia University is located at 15 Tsar Osvoboditel Boulevard, Sofia, Bulgaria. The university has multiple academic buildings and facilities across Sofia.

Campus facilities include:

Modern lecture halls and classrooms
Research laboratories and scientific centres
University library and digital resources
Computer and technology facilities
Student accommodation
Cultural and academic centres
Sports facilities

The university consists of 16 faculties and several research centres, offering a wide range of academic disciplines.

Education Programmes Offered

Sofia University offers programmes at Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral levels.

Bachelor's Degree Programmes

Computer Science and Informatics
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Biotechnology
Economics and Business Administration
Law
Medicine
Psychology
Political Science
International Relations
Journalism and Communication
History and Archaeology
Foreign Languages and Linguistics
Geography and Environmental Studies

Master's Degree Programmes

Information Technology
Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
Business Administration
Economics and Finance
International Relations
Law
Psychology
Biotechnology
Environmental Sciences
European Studies
Education Management
Medical and Health Sciences

Doctoral (PhD) Programmes

Natural Sciences
Computer Science
Engineering and Technology
Medicine
Economics
Law
Humanities
Social Sciences
Education Sciences

Basic Admission Requirements for International Students

Bachelor's Degree

Completion of recognised secondary education.
High school diploma and academic transcripts.
Valid passport.
Proof of English or Bulgarian language proficiency.
Completed application form.
Entrance examination may be required for selected programmes.

Master's Degree

A recognised bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Academic transcripts and degree certificate.
Proof of language proficiency.
CV and motivation letter (if required).
Additional programme-specific documents.

Doctoral (PhD) Degree

A recognised master’s degree in a relevant field.
Research proposal.
Academic certificates and transcripts.
Language proficiency proof.
Interview or departmental evaluation.

Awards and Achievements

Recognised as the oldest and most prestigious university in Bulgaria.
Ranked among leading universities in Europe and globally for academic research and education quality.
Home to more than 20,000 students across various academic disciplines.
Strong international partnerships with universities and research institutions worldwide.
Known for excellence in science, technology, humanities, medicine, economics, and social sciences.
Produces graduates who contribute to academia, government, research organisations, and global industries.

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