Information science is a popular field that may involve both technical computer skills and an understanding of the interaction between technology and society. Coursework can include software engineering, database management, and the ethics and laws of contemporary information technology.

Slovenia (Slovenija) is a member of the European Union, Schengen Agreement and NATO. Previously one of Yugoslavia's six constituent republics, present-day Slovenia became independent in 1991. Slovenia has four universities, located in Ljubljana, Maribor, Nova Gorica and Koper.