The Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu (ULBS) is a prominent state-funded public university located in the historic city of Sibiu, Romania. Officially established in its modern form in 1990, it builds upon a rich higher education tradition in the region spanning over 225 years. The university is named after the renowned 20th-century Romanian philosopher, poet, and playwright, Lucian Blaga. [1, 2, 3, 4]
Core Academic Profile
- Student Body: Hosts over 15,000 students, including roughly 11,000 undergraduate, 2,700 graduate, and 450+ PhD candidates.
- Faculty & Programs: Employs over 650 teachers across 9 distinct faculties, offering 81 undergraduate and 58 graduate study programs.
- Global Standings: Ranked among the top 10 universities in Romania and falls within the #1401+ bracket globally in the QS World University Rankings
Key Programs & International Appeal
- Medical Studies: The Faculty of Medicine is highly sought after by international students. It features a 6-year general medicine program taught entirely in English. Clinical training is conducted at the affiliated Emergency County Hospital of Sibiu. [1, 2]
- Language & Technology: ULBS prioritizes courses delivered in languages of international circulation, utilizing the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) for streamlined global mobility. [1]
- Global Partnerships: The university coordinates active student exchanges through the Erasmus+ network and is a member of the European University Association (EUA). [1, 2]