From May 18 to May 22, 2026, master’s students of computer science from the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Maribor participated in an international Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) at Turība University in Riga, Latvia. A total of seven FERI students represented the faculty during this intensive international week, taking part in three different programmes alongside more than 60 participants from countries including Latvia, Finland, the Czech Republic, Poland, Spain, and Slovenia.
Three Programmes, Three Challenges
- Gaja Gujt, Adam Kac, Tevž Starovašnik, and Niko Ogrizek (1st year master’s students) participated in the Security and Crisis Management programme, which focused on managing security risks and crisis response within organizations. Through practical workshops and collaborative problem-solving of real-life scenarios, they gained valuable competencies in cybersecurity and organizational resilience.
- Tia Žvajker and Elena Bežan (2nd year master’s students) attended the Challenges of Artificial Intelligence in Law programme, dedicated to the legal and ethical challenges brought by artificial intelligence — from personal data protection to modern dilemmas of digital regulation. The programme offered a unique interdisciplinary perspective at the intersection of law, technology, and society.
- Jaša Jernej Rakun Kokalj (2nd year master’s student) took part in the Leadership and Critical Thinking programme, which focused on developing leadership, critical thinking, and decision-making skills in complex and unpredictable situations — competencies that are essential in today’s dynamic technological environment.
A Week of Intensive Learning and International Networking
During the intensive week, students participated in lectures, practical workshops, study visits, and group project work in international teams. In addition to the academic programme, they explored Riga, one of the most beautiful capitals of the Baltic region, and experienced Latvian culture and student life at Turība University. Congratulations to all seven master’s students, and we wish them that the knowledge and experiences gained will enrich their future academic and professional journeys!
