Obrisani Korisnik — Fri, 08 May 2026 07:06:25 GMT

The regulations of the University of Zagreb and FFTB govern most answers to the questions below

Students familiarise themselves at the beginning of their studies with the provisions of the following documents:

Statute
Regulations on Undergraduate and Graduate Studies
Code of Ethics
Student Code of Conduct

During their studies, students are encouraged to consult other University and FFTB documents, as well as the Information Package.

Request to the Vice Dean for Education

Download OB-US-07 form (PDF)

A request to the Vice Dean for Education may be submitted for the following purposes:

suspension of student rights/status (military service, pregnancy, illness, maternity leave, exchange programs, athletes)
transfer to another study program within the Faculty
third enrollment in a course
exemption from payment of tuition/participation fees
enrollment in a course from another study programme (Elective B)
enrollment in more than 35 ECTS credits (maximum 50 ECTS credits)
recognition of passed examinations for students who studied at another higher education institution prior to enrollment at the Faculty (in accordance with Article 29, Paragraph 7, and Article 36, Paragraphs 10 and 11 of the Regulations on Studies)
additional information for the Diploma Supplement and other purposes

Submission:
The completed form should be submitted to the Registry office (room P04).

Decision:
A decision is issued within two weeks, and the student will be informed through the Student Office.

Which study programs can I enroll in at FFTB?

Most information can be found on the Admissions subpage. A list of study programs is available HERE.

Which documents are required for enrollment?

The required documents are specified in the Call for Applications, published at least six months before the start of classes for undergraduate programs, and at least three months before the start of classes for graduate programs.

Is an entrance examination required for enrollment?

An entrance examination is required only for admission to graduate programs for applicants who have completed a corresponding professional study program.

Is part-time enrollment possible?

No, except for students enrolled in a bridging semester/year when entering a graduate program.

Do full-time Croatian students pay tuition fees?

Full-time students do not pay tuition fees if they are enrolling in the first year for the first time, or if they have earned 55 or more ECTS credits in the previous academic year.

What is the enrollment fee and what does it cover?

The enrollment fee for the first year of undergraduate and graduate programs is EUR 55.00, while the enrollment fee for each subsequent year of undergraduate and graduate study is EUR 35.00.

The fee covers student insurance, funding for the Student Council of FFTB, the Tehnologijada, student associations, and various administrative costs.

Can tuition fees be paid in instalments?

Yes. Tuition fees for the first year may be paid in two instalments:

First instalment: EUR 583.98
Second instalment: EUR 530.89

What is the difference between full-time and part-time student status?

A full-time student studies according to the full course load. A part-time student covers the full cost of their studies.

Loss of Full-Time Status

A student who loses full-time status due to repeating a year may continue their studies as a part-time student, provided that the total duration of study does not exceed twice the prescribed duration.

Part-Time Status – Key Information

Studies are conducted according to the full teaching schedule
Typically, 30–60 ECTS credits are enrolled per academic year
The student bears the full cost of tuition
Students are not entitled to standard student benefits (except for student employment and health insurance)

Returning to Full-Time Status

A return to full-time status is possible if the student:

regularly fulfills their study obligations
has a grade average equal to or higher than the programme average
is able to complete the programme within twice the prescribed duration of study

How long does student status last?

Student status remains valid until 30 September of the last enrolled academic year. It may be terminated through withdrawal from studies or upon completion of the study program.

What is suspension of studies?

Student rights and obligations may be suspended in the following cases:

non-active military service
pregnancy
parenthood (until the child reaches one year of age)
maternity and parental leave
illness or other justified reasons lasting longer than 3 months
international mobility longer than 30 days during the teaching period, if no ECTS credits are awarded
other justified cases in accordance with the law

How to request suspension of studies?

a written request (application to the Vice Dean for Education) must be submitted with supporting documentation within 3 months from the date the reason occurred
suspension may be granted for one semester or one academic year

Important information

during the suspension period, students may take exams if they have met the requirements
students may not attend classes or earn ECTS credits
most student rights are suspended (except health insurance)
the suspension period is not counted towards the total duration of studies
if the study program changes during the suspension period, the student must complete any additional requirements (i.e. attend and pass newly introduced courses)

How many times may I repeat an academic year?

A full-time student may repeat each academic year only once.

Is transfer to another study program (within the Faculty or from another higher education institution) possible?

Transfer to another study program (within the Faculty or from another higher education institution) is possible, provided that the student has passed all examinations in the previously enrolled program.

Transfer Procedure

The student submits a request to the Vice Dean for Education stating the reason for the transfer.

The following documents must be attached:

a certified transcript of records
a certified study program syllabus (students of FFTB are not required to submit these documents)

The request must be submitted no later than seven days before the enrollment deadline for the academic year.

Ranking of Applications (if the number of requests exceeds available places)

If the number of applications exceeds available capacity, a ranking list will be established based on the following criteria:

grade point average
number of passed examinations
earned ECTS credits
duration of studies

Recognition of Examinations

Previously passed courses may be recognized.

To request recognition of examinations, the student must submit a written request to the Vice Dean for Education.

Request to the Vice Dean

Recognition of courses from other higher education institutions

The student submits a written request to the Vice Dean for Education for the recognition of previously passed examinations, along with:

a certified transcript of records from the previous study program
a certified, detailed course description (syllabus)

Class schedules and exam dates

They are available via Studomat and the Sceduly system. All schedules are governed by the Academic calendar.

Where can I find course literature?

Course literature is available through the Merlin system and course webpages. It can also be borrowed from the FFTB Library or the National and University Library in Zagreb.

Exam registration and withdrawal

Exams must be registered for or withdrawn from via Studomat no later than three working days before the exam.

Differences in assessment methods

Assessment methods are determined autonomously by the course instructor in accordance with the intended learning outcomes.

What if I believe I was treated unfairly in an exam?

A student has the right to appeal a grade within 24 hours and the right to request an examination before an examination committee.

Deadlines for thesis registration?

Undergraduate (Bachelor’s) thesis: by the beginning of the 6th semester
Graduate (Master’s) thesis: by the end of the 3rd semester

Who can serve as a supervisor?

Bachelor’s thesis: a person holding a doctoral degree (PhD)
Master’s thesis: a faculty member with the academic rank of Assistant Professor (docent) or higher

Thesis defence procedure

Bachelor’s thesis: a 5-minute presentation
Master’s thesis: a 25–30 minute defence before an examination committee

Issuance of diploma

After the thesis defence and entry of the final grade, a certificate is issued and remains valid until the formal graduation ceremony.

Student rights and obligations

Students have the right to high-quality teaching and freedom of thought. They are obliged to comply with the regulations and official acts of the Faculty.

Student Office opening hours

Address: Pierottijeva 6, Zagreb
Office hours: Monday–Friday, 10:00–13:00
Phone: +385 1 4605 007

What is ECTS?

European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) is a measure of student workload.

1 ECTS credit = 29–30 hours of student work.

Is the diploma recognized abroad?

Yes, the diploma is generally recognized abroad. However, additional certification (an Apostille) is often required, which is issued by municipal courts.

Scholarships and awards

Academic excellence is recognized through the Rector’s Award and various scholarships.

Adapted learning for students with disabilities

Students should contact the Office for Students with Disabilities and provide relevant medical documentation.

Language of instruction and completion rate

The language of instruction is Croatian. The completion rate for graduate programs is high, at 97%.
There is also a study in English.

- FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Request

Enrollment

Student Status

Examinations

Completion of Studies

Miscellaneous

Request to the Vice Dean for Education

Loss of Full-Time Status

Part-Time Status – Key Information

Returning to Full-Time Status

Student rights and obligations may be suspended in the following cases:

How to request suspension of studies?

Important information

Transfer Procedure

Ranking of Applications (if the number of requests exceeds available places)

Recognition of Examinations

- FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Request

Enrollment

Student Status

Examinations

Completion of Studies

Miscellaneous

Request to the Vice Dean for Education

Enrollment

Student status and related regulations

Loss of Full-Time Status

Part-Time Status – Key Information

Returning to Full-Time Status

Student rights and obligations may be suspended in the following cases:

How to request suspension of studies?

Important information

Transfer Procedure

Ranking of Applications (if the number of requests exceeds available places)

Recognition of Examinations

Study Delivery, Assessment and Examinations

Completion of Studies

Miscellaneous