Riga Technical University (Rigas Tehniska universitate, RTU) is the oldest and most prestigious technical university in the Baltic region, founded in 1862 in Riga, the capital of Latvia. Starting as Riga Polytechnicum and taking its current name in 1990, the university offers education in STEM fields such as engineering, computer science, architecture, and materials science with its 9 faculties. With approximately 14,000 students, 5,500 of whom are international, RTU stands out with its English and Latvian programs. With a staff of over 600 academics, the university, which is ranked 721-730 in the QS World University Rankings, is internationally recognized for its industry collaborations, research-oriented projects, and sustainability efforts.

Bachelor Programs

• Civil Engineering
• Engineering Technology, Mechanics and Mechanical Engineering
• Aviation Transportation
• Medical Engineering and Medical Physics
• Financial Management Information Systems
• Environmental Engineering
• Materials Engineering
• Computer Systems
• Telecommunication Technologies and Data Transmission Engineering
• Computer Sciences
• Smart Electronics Systems
• Business
• Entrepreneurship and Management

Master's Programs

• Smart Electronic Systems
• Information Technology
• Computer Systems
• Environmental Engineering
• Digital Humanities
• Education Sciences
• Industrial Engineering and Management
• Financial Engineering and Mathematics
• Entrepreneurship and Management
• Business Finance
• Chemistry and Chemical Technology
• Logistics and Supply Engineering
• Logistics and Supply Chain Security
• Materials Science and Nanotechnologies
• Engineering Technology, Mechanical and Mechanical Engineering
• Cyber Security Engineering
• Telecommunications Technologies and Networks Management

English Preparation Programs

Bachelor Programs

Master Programs

• Passport
• Diploma and transcript
• English proficiency certificate (minimum IELTS 5.0, TOEFL iBT 56, Cambridge English B1, PTE Academic 43 or Duolingo 80)
• Motivation letter
• CV / Curriculum Vitae
• Online application form
• Application fee receipt

Application Fee: 150 EUR

Dormitories are located close to the campuses and create an economical and safe living space for students.
Main accommodation options offered by the university:

• Kipsala Student Dormitory
• Olaines Student Dormitory
• Skolas Student Dormitory
• Laimdotas Student Dormitory