Study in Latvia

Latvia is one of Europe’s hidden gems for higher education: With its safe and welcoming cities and spectacular coastline it is ideal for students and visitors alike. Located on the Baltic Sea, Latvia is somewhat of a crossroads between East and West, and in this cosmopolitan country, a lot of languages are spoken - Latvian, Russian, German, and of course English

Studying in Latvia is certainly a brilliant experience that connects students to a multinational culture. It not only offers world-class education but also diverse research opportunities for students. The comprehensive curriculum with a global perspective helps students enhance their exposure. The higher education at Latvia also ensures students’ apt personal development that will open avenues to better employment opportunities.

Study in Latvia is a great opportunity because:

It offers a comprehensive curriculum and global perspective to the students

Bachelors/Master/Doctorate level Programs taught in the English Language

Admired Internationally Recognized Degrees

Valuable Exchange Programs

Low Tuition Fee in comparison to ‘western countries’

On-campus student lodgings

Affordable living costs

Great choice of recreational and sports activities

Valuable IT and Engineering study opportunities

EU member (students can easily get their credentials recognized)

Students can substitute English or Russian languages with the Latvian language

Easy access to the country

Extensive transport intra-city network

Popular Study Courses for Masters or Doctoral Degree include:

Information Technology

Hotel Management

Mechanical Engineering

Health Management

Environmental Science

Medical

Physics

Business Management

Aviation

Transport

Computer Systems

Medicine

Geomatics

Chemistry

Electrical Technologies

Telecommunications

Food

Science

Civil Engineering

Real Estate

Construction Management

Technical Translation

Mechatronics

Agriculture

Pedagogy

Entrepreneurship & Management

Latvia’s higher education institute research and teaching faculty are sourced from many different countries. Study in Latvia is highly recommended for students due to the affordable tuition fee and living cost. Latvia universities offer the best bachelor, master’s, and Ph.D. degree programs in English which are duly recognized by the European Union member states..

Latvian history and areas of interest

Latvia has had a turbulent past, being incorporated into Russia for most of the last 700 years. It had a brief fling with independence after World War I, but the Singing Revolution brought about the changes needed to make it an autonomous state in 1991. It is quite a small country with a population of around two million. Its capital Riga has a rich cultural heritage, including opera, ballet, art galleries and museums.

Universities in Latvia

Although a small country, Latvian universities have readily adopted to the demands of international students. Well over 200 English-taught study programmes are available to choose from - many of them even at the Bachelor level.

Riga is the capital as well as the largest city, and here you will find the majority of the universities, the largest of which is the University of Latvia. It is almost 100 years old, and teaches a number of courses in English, including medicine and dentistry.

Riga Stradins University has the largest cohort of international students in Latvia. They number 25% of the overall student population, and come from 50 different countries.

Alternative university towns are Daugavpils with its stunning architectural heritage, and Liepāja, famed for its Blue Flag beaches on the Baltic coast.

Student life in Latvia

If you like the outdoors, there is plenty to do in Latvia. From the famous white sandy beaches near Liepāja, to hiking or skiing in the pine forests, there are many places to enjoy the beautiful scenery. That is all before you even consider wind-surfing, water-skiing and bobsledding; just make sure you don’t forget to study.

The cost of living is very low in Riga, particularly when you compare it to other European capital cities. However, if you are studying in any of the other large cities around Latvia, you will find it to be even cheaper.

Riga, as the largest of the cities, has a burgeoning nightlife where you will always find something to do. It was the European Capital of Culture in 2014, and there are many cultural events and entertainment. Eating out is very reasonably priced compared to the rest of Europe. Many of the cafés and coffee shops have free wi-fi as well, allowing for impromptu study sessions in convenient surroundings.

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Universities in Latvia

• Baltic International Academy
 
• BA School of Business and Finance
 
• Daugavpils University
 
• ISMA University of Applied Sciences
 
• Jāzeps Vītols Latvian Academy of Music
 
• Latvian Academy of Culture
 
• Latvian Academy of Sport Education (LASE)
 
• Latvian Christian Academy
 
• Latvian Maritime Academy
 
• Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies
 
• Liepaja University
 
• Rezekne Academy of Technologies
 
• Riga Aeronautical Institute
 
• Riga Business School at Riga Technical University
 
• Riga Graduate School of Law
 
• Rīga Stradiņš University
 
• Riga Technical University
 
• RISEBA University of Business, Arts and Technology
 
• Stockholm School of Economics in Riga
 
• Transport and Telecommunication Institute
 
• Turība University
 
• University College of Economics and Culture
 
• University of Latvia
 
• Ventspils University College