Vision and Mission
The FVO Development Strategy 2025–2030 sets out where we are heading and how we will achieve our goals.
FVO’s vision, mission and values are set out in the FVO Development Strategy 2025–2030, adopted by the Senate and the Management Board in February 2026. The strategy defines six areas, measurable goals for 2030 and our slogan: We protect the environment through knowledge!
Vision
Where are we heading?
To be Slovenia’s leading and an internationally recognised higher education institution in environmental education and the creation and transfer of applied knowledge, producing sought-after, highly employable graduates.
Mission
What do we do and for whom?
The eight tasks of our mission, summarised in four points.
Study Programmes and Professionals
We develop high-quality study programmes in environmental sciences and educate professionals to address environmental, social and economic challenges. We work to ensure that the ecotechnologist profession is recognised and valued.
Research and Consultancy
Through scientific and applied research, we advance the field, provide consultancy and transfer new knowledge to those who use it.
The Region and Sustainability
Through our activities, education and awareness-raising, we contribute to sustainable development in the region and beyond.
Mobility and Lifelong Learning
We promote student and staff mobility, international cooperation and lifelong learning in line with employers’ needs.
Values
How do we work?
The twelve values of our organisational culture are autonomy, professionalism, responsibility, excellence in our work, creativity and innovation, a practical approach, a sense of belonging, adaptability and communication, respect, kindness, tolerance and accessibility, environmental awareness, ambition and relevance.
We place a responsible attitude towards the environment ahead of the interests of capital and pay particular attention to students with special needs.
Strategy 2025–2030
Goals for 2030
The strategy covers six areas: education, research, professional activities, international cooperation, quality, and community engagement and social responsibility. It sets goals and indicators for each area, using 2024 as the baseline.
| Indicator | 2024 baseline | 2030 target |
|---|---|---|
| Education | ||
| Accredited study programmes (first, second and third cycles) | 2 | 3 |
| Graduates per year | 24 | ≥ 30 |
| Graduate employment rate six months after graduation | 90 % | ≥ 80 % |
| Progression from the first to the second year (full-time study) | 64 % | >70 % |
| Research | ||
| Registered researchers in the FVO research group | 15 | ≥ 20 |
| Scientific articles and equivalent publications per year | 23 | ≥ 30 |
| Contributions to international scientific conferences | 30 | ≥ 40 |
| International Cooperation | ||
| Student mobilities per year (incoming and outgoing) | 4 | ≥ 8 |
| Cooperation agreements with foreign institutions | 32 | ≥ 40 |
| Quality and Partnerships | ||
| Items of research equipment worth more than EUR 1,000 | 15 | ≥ 30 |
| Smart classroom | no | yes |
| FVO is a member of a university | no | yes |
Source: FVO Development Strategy 2025–2030.
How do we put the strategy into practice?
We incorporate the goals into our annual work programmes and compare achievements against them in annual and self-evaluation reports (Quality and Reports). The Director and Dean are responsible for implementation; we usually update the strategy after two or three years.
Last updated: October 2026
Share this page
Study at FVO
Study that sparks change
If you’re interested in the environment, nature, technology and the challenges ahead, FVO is your next step.
Explore study options, practical training and career paths in environmental protection.
