Detailed introduction of Plovdiv University:

Introduction and Overview

The University of Plovdiv, full name Paisi Hirondarski University of Plovdiv, is the largest institution of higher education in southern Bulgaria and the third largest university in the country. It offers bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs in a variety of fields including natural sciences, humanities, social sciences and economics.

History and Establishment

The history of the university dates back to 1945, when the University of Plovdiv was established by the decree of the Regent Council on August 4, initially with two faculties: medicine and agriculture and forestry. In 1961, the Faculty of Agriculture and Forestry was reorganized into the Higher Normal College of Natural and Mathematical Sciences. In 1972, the college was promoted to university status by government decree and renamed "Paisi Hirondarski" University of Plovdiv.

School Strength

Faculty: It has 561 academic staff, including 34 full professors, 167 associate professors and 360 assistant professors.

Scientific research achievements: It is the center of modern science. The professors' contributions to scientific research are recognized through hundreds of successfully defended doctoral dissertations and dozens of research projects with domestic and foreign partners.

International cooperation: It actively carries out international cooperation, has established cooperative relations with universities and institutions in many countries, participates in international exchange projects, and provides a broad international exchange platform for students and teachers.

Nature of the institution

Public university.

Educational philosophy

Focus on cultivating students' comprehensive quality and innovation ability, emphasize the combination of knowledge imparting and practical ability cultivation, and is committed to providing students with high-quality education so that they have the ability to adapt to social development and professional needs, while actively creating conditions to ensure the high-quality development of scientists.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key laboratories: It has multiple scientific research departments and centers, such as the "Science and Project Activities" department, research department, technology center, etc., to support the school's education and research activities.

Key disciplines: It has competitive advantages in natural sciences, mathematics and informatics, social sciences, economics, law, education and humanities.

Faculty

It is divided into nine colleges, namely the College of Biology, the College of Economics and Social Sciences, the College of Mathematics and Information, the College of Education, the College of Physics, the College of Languages ​​and Literature, the College of Philosophy and History, the College of Chemistry, and the College of Law.

Ranking

Ranked 2nd in the 2024 Bulgarian University Rankings.

Expenses

The lowest annual tuition fee for Bulgarian citizens is US$552, and the annual tuition fee for international students is about US$5,000 for undergraduates and about US$3,240 for masters. In addition, there is a one-year preparatory course with a tuition fee of 3,000 euros, and a Bulgarian language course for foreign students for 60 hours for 300 Bulgarian levs, etc.

Campus Environment

Geographic location: Located in Plovdiv, Bulgaria, the city is the second largest city in Bulgaria, with rich historical and cultural heritage and modern urban facilities, providing students with a good learning and living environment.

Campus Facilities: There are service units and departments such as libraries, technology centers, and university information centers on campus to support education and research activities, providing students with rich learning resources and convenient learning conditions.