University of Latvia (LU)

Location: Latvia, LATVIA Address: 19 Raina Blvd., LV-1586, Riga, Latvia

The University of Latvia with its 15,000 students, 13 faculties, and more than 20 research institutes is one of the largest comprehensive and leading research universities in the Baltic States. The University offers more than 150 state-accredited academic and professional study programs. At University of Latvia, research is conducted in over 50 research fields which represent four main areas of inquiry: the humanities, sciences, social sciences, and education sciences. The University of Latvia pays great attention to the development of international collaboration. At present, the University of Latvia has signed more than 500 agreements with 326 institutions in 31 European countries within ERASMUS programme.

Description

The main task of the UL Career Centre is to offer support measures and services to all those interested in developing their career, and the main target group consists of the future and current students, as well as university graduates. The Career Centre offers the following services and activities:

  • individual career counselling, coaching, consultations in drafting a CV and an application letter;
  • workshop cycle "Creating Your Career Skills Portfolio" – interactive, practical workshops, which help to develop the skills required in professional life;
  • career choice seminars for pupils;
  • events organised in cooperation with potential employers (guest lectures, annual employers' exhibition "Career Opportunity Day", etc.);
  • UL Student Career Development Programme "Light Up the Future!"

Courses

B.Sc. Computer Science

University of Latvia (LU)

Latvia, LATVIA

Attribute
Faculty:
Computing
Study location LATVIA,Latvia
Type:
B.Sc. (Bachelor of Natural Sciences in Computer Science)
Study Language:
English
Duration:
4 years (240 ECTS)
Tuition Fee:
€2,900 per year
Entry Qualification:

High school / secondary education (or higher)

Grades in Mathematics must be no less than 4 in a 10 point grading system.

Please provide the secondary school leaving certificate in the original language. If the diploma is not issued in English, a certified translation should be provided. The document must be legalized/apostilled.

You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university.

It is necessary to have notarized certified documents translated, legalized and apostilled.

Language Requirements:

English
Accepted proof of proficiency: FCE or CAE, IELTS 5.5+ or TOEFL 69+

Language Cert International ESOL at least Level Communicator B2 (Written and Spoken exams);
TOEFL IBT – at least score 72
TOEFL Essential – at least 8 points
IELTS – at least score 5.5
PTE General – at least level B2
PTE Academic – at least 51 points
FCE – at least level B
CPE – Proficiency/C2 Proficiency: any level
CAE – C1 Advanced any level

Other Requirements:

At least 2 reference(s) must be provided.

A motivation letter must be added to your application.

If the secondary education document does not indicate a grade in mathematics, it can be replaced by a grade in the field of computer science (the grade must be at least 6 (on a 10-point scale).

As a part of the admission process, applicants will be asked to participate in an online interview.

Application fee of 200 Euros

Overview:

The program is designed according to recommendations of the ACM/IEEE Computing Curricula. It is awarded Euro-Inf Quality Label by European Quality Assurance Network for Informatics Education. After graduation students can continue studies on Master level.

BA. Biotechnology and Bioengineering in cooperation with Riga Technical University

University of Latvia (LU)

Latvia, LATVIA

Attribute
Faculty:
Biological Sciences
Study location LATVIA,Latvia
Type:
BA (Bachelor (Bachelor of Natural Sciences))
Study Language:
English
Duration:
3 years (180 ECTS)
Tuition Fee:
€3,200 per year
Entry Qualification:

High school / secondary education (or higher)

Grades in Biology or Nature science and Mathematics or Physics or Chemistry must be no less than 4 in a 10-point grading system.

You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university.

Grades in Biology or Nature science, Mathematics or Physics or Chemistry must be no less than 8 (or “very good”) in a 10-point grading system.
Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original.

Applicants must upload education documents in original language, as well as translations into English.

Diplomas and transcripts issued outside EU must be legalized with a legalization stamp or apostille. More information available HERE

Language Requirements:

English
Accepted proof of proficiency: FCE or CAE, IELTS 5.5+ or TOEFL 69+

Applicants must prove their English language knowledge. University accepts the following international language tests:
Language Cert International ESOL at least Level Communicator B2 (Written and Spoken exams);
TOEFL IBT – at least score 72
TOEFL Essential – at least 8 points
IELTS – at least score 5.5
PTE General – at least level B2
PTE Academic – at least 51 points
FCE – at least level B
CPE – Proficiency/C2 Proficiency: any level
CAE – C1 Advanced any level

If your previous studies have been obtained in English but not in the country listed below, then you have to present an official letter from your previous educational institution (secondary school, etc.) where is stated that all your studies were in English (medium of instruction is English), and you have to pass interview where the University of Latvia will evaluate your language skills.

Other Requirements:

At least 2 reference(s) must be provided.

A motivation letter must be added to your application.

Grades in Biology or Nature science, Mathematics or Physics or Chemistry must be no less than 8 (or “very good”) in a 10-point grading system.

As a part of the admission process, applicants will be asked to participate in an online interview.

Overview:

The joint academic bachelor’s “Biotechnology and bioengineering” program of the University of Latvia (UL) and Riga Technical University (RTU) enables students to acquire both theoretical and practical knowledge and skills in the field of biotechnology and bioengineering, acquire skills in the design of equipment and processes, and product development.

B.Sc. International Economics and Commercial Diplomacy

University of Latvia (LU)

Latvia, LATVIA

Attribute
Faculty:
Economy and Business management
Study location LATVIA,Latvia
Type:
B.Sc. (Bachelor of Social Sciences in International Economics)
Study Language:
English
Duration:
4 years (240 ECTS)
Tuition Fee:
€3,500 per year
Entry Qualification:

High school / secondary education (or higher)

Grade in Mathematics must be no less than 4 in a 10-point grading system.

Please provide the secondary school leaving certificate in the original language. If the diploma is not issued in English, a certified translation should be provided. The document must be legalized/apostilled.

You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university.

It is necessary to have notarized certified documents translated, legalized and apostilled.

Language Requirements:

English
Accepted proof of proficiency: FCE or CAE, IELTS 5.5+ or TOEFL 69+

It is mandatory to provide one of the certificates:

• The score of the TOEFL test should be at least 500 (61 iBT).

• Requested IELTS score: 5,5 or above.

• TOEIC test score: 700 or above.

• FCE (First Certificate in English): B.

• CAE/CPE (CAE=Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English/CPE=Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English) C.

• Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE A) total score: 46 or above.

Other Requirements:

If the secondary education document does not indicate a grade in mathematics, it can be replaced by a grade in the subject of economics/business management field (the grade must be at least 6 (on a 10-point scale).

As a part of the admission process, applicants will be asked to participate in an online interview.

Overview:

International Economics and Commercial Diplomacy is a unique multidisciplinary study program which not only aims to provide students with extensive knowledge regarding international economics and business but also regarding legislation, politics and foreign languages.

PhD. Natural Sciences (Biology)

University of Latvia (LU)

Latvia, LATVIA

Attribute
Faculty:
Science
Study location LATVIA,Latvia
Type:
PhD (Doctoral (Ph.D. equivalent) in Biology)
Study Language:
English
Duration:
3 years (216 ECTS)
Tuition Fee:
€6,500 per year
Entry Qualification:

Postgraduate diploma (or higher)

Master’s Degree or equivalent in Life Sciences, Medicine or Chemistry

The entry qualification documents are accepted in any languages (issued in or officially translated along with verified copies)

You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university.

Please provide bachelor’s diploma (for master studies) or master’s diploma (for doctoral studies) in the original language. If the diploma is not issued in English, a certified translation should be provided. The document must be legalized/apostilled

Language Requirements:

English

One of next variants, if you have no any of this certificates you can pass University or Baltic Center Exams:
Applicants must prove their English language knowledge. University accepts the following international language tests:
Language Cert International ESOL at least Level Communicator B2 (Written and Spoken exams);
TOEFL IBT – at least score 72;
IELTS – at least score 5.5;
PTE General – at least level B2;
FCE – at least level B;
CPE – satisfactory pass;
CAE – satisfactory pass.

If your previous studies have been obtained in English but in the country where English is not native language, then you have to present an official letter from your previous educational institution (secondary school, etc.) where is stated that all your studies were in English (medium of instruction is English), and you have to pass interview where the University of Latvia will evaluate your language skills.

If you don’t have any chance to take English test, University offers to take online Pearson test.

Other Requirements:

Successful pass of entrance examination where applicants will be invited to an interview via Skype.

Applicants are obligated to upload:
1) A justification and framework (3-5 pages) for the chosen dissertation (no specific form defined);

2) Filled out Curriculum Vitae in Euro pass format

Application fee 300 Euros

Deposit €500 one-time

Overview:

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

The program provides research-based training in major fields of Biology: Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Botany, Cell Biology, Genetics, Ecology, Human and Animal Physiology, Hydrobiology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, and Zoology. The core part of the program is a research project under the supervision of experienced academicians. Acquisition of transferable and academic teaching skills is required; three theoretical examinations have to be passed: field, specialization and language. The degree is awarded based on a Thesis, which is presented in an open seminar. The research results have to be published beforehand. The graduates have wide opportunities for academic and industrial employment.

PhD. Human Factors, Occupational Safety and Health

University of Latvia (LU)

Latvia, LATVIA

Attribute
Faculty:
Social and behavioral science
Study location LATVIA,Latvia
Type:
PhD (Doctoral Degree of Science Doctor of Science (Ph.D.) in Social Sciences)
Study Language:
English
Duration:
3 years (216 ECTS)
Tuition Fee:
€3,500 per year
Entry Qualification:

Postgraduate diploma (or higher)

Postgraduate diploma (or higher)

Master’s degree in social sciences: economics and business, law, education, psychology, occupational safety, engineering, natural sciences: biology and chemistry, computer sciences and informatics, environmental management, medicine, pharmacy, health sciences or equivalent education

Work experience in the field at least two years

The entry qualification documents are accepted in any languages (issued in or officially translated along with verified copies)

You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university.

Please provide bachelor’s diploma (for master studies) or master’s diploma (for doctoral studies) in the original language. If the diploma is not issued in English, a certified translation should be provided. The document must be legalized/apostilled

Language Requirements:

English

Applicants must prove their English language knowledge. University accepts the following international language tests:
Language Cert International ESOL at least Level Communicator B2 (Written and Spoken exams);
TOEFL IBT – at least score 72
TOEFL Essential – at least 8 points
IELTS – at least score 5.5
PTE General – at least level B2
FCE – at least level B
CPE – Proficiency/C2 Proficiency: any level
CAE – C1 Advanced: any level

If your previous studies have been obtained in English but not in the country listed below, then you have to present an official letter from your previous educational institution (University, etc.) where is stated that all your studies were in English (medium of instruction is English), and you have to pass interview where the University of Latvia will evaluate your language skills.

Other Requirements:

At least 1 reference(s) must be provided.

A motivation letter must be added to your application.

Successful pass of entrance examination where applicants will be invited to an interview via Skype.

Applicants are obligated to upload:
1) A justification and framework (3-5 pages) for the chosen dissertation (no specific form defined);

2) Filled out Curriculum Vitae in Euro pass format.

Application fee of 300 Euros

Deposit €500 one-time

Overview:

Career opportunities

Career opportunities
After the successful completion of the study program and the awarding of the doctoral scientific degree (Ph.D.), graduates are ready to work in any sector of the economy both as leading-level specialists and as consultants, create their own companies and work at universities and higher education institutions as teaching staff and researchers in the field of human factors, safety at work, occupational health, occupational health, work environment risk management, labor protection, labor relations and management.

PhD. Economics and Business - Economics and Management

University of Latvia (LU)

Latvia, LATVIA

Attribute
Faculty:
Economy and Business management
Study location LATVIA,Latvia
Type:
PhD (Doctoral Degree of Science Doctor of Science (Ph.D.) in Social Sciences)
Study Language:
English
Duration:
3 years (216 ECTS)
Tuition Fee:
€3,170 per year
Entry Qualification:

Postgraduate diploma (or higher)

Postgraduate diploma (or higher)

1) Master’s degree in management science, economics and business, or comparable education;
2) Master’s degree in other social sciences, education sciences or comparable education, for person with at least two years of professional experience in management of enterprises and institutions;

 

Please also add your Bachelor’s degree diploma and its supplements

Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original.

Diplomas and transcripts issued outside EU must be legalized with legalization stamps or apostille.

You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university.

Language Requirements:

English

One of next variants, if you have no any of this certificates you can pass University or Baltic Center Exams:
Applicants must prove their English language knowledge. University accepts the following international language tests:
Language Cert International ESOL at least Level Communicator B2 (Written and Spoken exams);
TOEFL IBT – at least score 72;
IELTS – at least score 5.5;
PTE General – at least level B2;
FCE – at least level B;
CPE – satisfactory pass;
CAE – satisfactory pass.

If your previous studies have been obtained in English but in the country where English is not native language, then you have to present an official letter from your previous educational institution (secondary school, etc.) where is stated that all your studies were in English (medium of instruction is English), and you have to pass interview where the University of Latvia will evaluate your language skills.

If you don’t have any chance to take English test, University offers to take online Pearson test.

Other Requirements:

At least 1 reference(s) must be provided.

A motivation letter must be added to your application.

Successful pass of entrance examination where applicants will be invited to an interview via Skype.

Applicants are obligated to upload:
1) A justification and framework (3-5 pages) for the chosen dissertation (no specific form defined);

2) Filled out Curriculum Vitae in Euro pass format.

Application fee of 300 Euros

Deposit €500 one-time

Overview:

To master research methodology, theoretical concepts, latest research methods in economics and business.
To develop independent original research in the field of economics and business, using state-of-the-art methods of analysis and data processing, obtaining scientifically original and verifiable results at the level of internationally quoted publications, thus demonstrating their competence in carrying out research work and introduction of innovations.

Dentistry

University of Latvia (LU)

Latvia, LATVIA

Attribute
Faculty:
Health Science
Study location LATVIA,Latvia
Type:
(Doctor of Dental Medicine)
Study Language:
English
Duration:
5 years (300 ECTS)
Tuition Fee:
€16,500 per year
Entry Qualification:

High school / secondary education (or higher)

Grades in Biology, Chemistry and Physics or Natural Sciences must be no less than 6 (almost good) in a 10-point grading system.

The entry qualification documents are accepted in any languages (issued in or officially translated along with verified copies)

You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university.

Your average application grade will be made up by your secondary education Chemistry (40%), Biology (40%) and English (20%) grade OR your Natural sciences (80%) and English (20%) grade if you haven’t studied Chemistry or Biology. The better the average grade, the better your chances for being offered a study place.

Your application will only be considered if the final grade in each of the subjects mentioned (Chemistry, Biology (or Natural sciences) and English) will be equivalent to 60% or more.
Please provide bachelor’s diploma (for master studies) or master’s diploma (for doctoral studies) in the original language. If the diploma is not issued in English, a certified translation should be provided. The document must be legalized/apostilled

Language Requirements:

English
Accepted proof of proficiency: FCE or CAE, IELTS 5.5+ or TOEFL 69+

Language Cert International ESOL at least Level Communicator B2 (Written and Spoken exams);
TOEFL IBT – at least score 72
TOEFL Essential – at least 8 points
IELTS – at least score 5.5
PTE General – at least level B2
PTE Academic – at least 51 points
FCE – at least level B
CPE – Proficiency/C2 Proficiency: any level
CAE – C1 Advanced: any level

Other Requirements:

At least 2 reference(s) must be provided.

A motivation letter must be added to your application.

• Incomplete applications or e-mail submissions will not be considered
• Complete applications will receive feedback within 2 weeks of applying
• The final results will be available approximately in mid-July
• We are not able to provide official results before that because the competition can be influenced by each new application, we receive
• Candidates will be expected to accept or decline a study place. If the university doesn’t receive a decision within the given deadline, it will be considered declined and as such – not available at later time
• The university is not obliged to give detailed explanations on its decision if the applicant has not met the necessary conditions to receive an offer
• The university reserves the right to withdraw an offer if its conditions are not met and will not be liable for any material or immaterial loss the applicant may have as a result

 All applicants should attend and pass ZOOM interview (10-15 min)

Specific requirements for non-EU applicants:

1. Passport
2. A scanned copy of the LU medical report filled out and signed by your physician (Not a family member!).
3. Transcript of final grades and state examinations – both in English and the original language. Both copies need to be verified with a notary stamp and signature, and apostilled or verified by the Foreign Affairs ministry or relevant of your country and the Embassy of Latvia closest to you!
4. Your high school diploma if it’s issued separately – both in English and the original language. Both copies need to be verified with a notary stamp and signature, and apostilled or verified by the Foreign Affairs ministry or relevant of your country and the Embassy of Latvia closest to you!
5. Proof of English language proficiency
6. Payment receipt after paying for your application, uploaded along with other documents

Application fee of 200 Euros

Overview:

The dental curriculum leads to the dentist degree, and forms the basis for specialist education or scientific (PhD) studies. The aim of the study program is to prepare qualified specialists with theoretical and practical skills appropriate to commence independently practicing general dentistry.

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