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Riga Technical University

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world rank  1655

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Overview

Founded in 1862, the Rigas Tehniska universitate (Riga Technical University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Riga (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants). This institution also has branch campuses in Daugavpils, Liepaja, Ventspils and Cesis. Officially recognized by the Latvijas Republikas Izglitibas un zinatnes ministrija (Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Latvia), Rigas Tehniska universitate (RTU) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational Latvian higher education institution. Rigas Tehniska universitate (RTU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 162-year-old Latvian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. RTU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Riga Technical University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Riga Technical University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Riga Technical University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Riga Technical University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Profile

Name (English)
Name Riga Technical University
Colours Green, black and white
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Campus Location

Address Kalku Street 1
Riga
1658 Riga
Latvia
Riga Technical University Phone Number +371 (67) 089 300
Riga Technical University Fax Number +371 (67) 089 302
Other locations Daugavpils, Liepaja, Ventspils and Cesis

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Riga Technical University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Riga Technical University's academic range and degree level offering.




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Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees represent the cost that a student is billed by a university for one academic year of full-time study. Check out our guide article on tuition fees and financial aid options to gain further insights.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Riga Technical University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Riga Technical University.

Riga Technical University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)

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Admission Info

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Policy

uniRank publishes below some basic Riga Technical University's admission information.

Riga Technical University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Riga Technical University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Riga Technical University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Riga Technical University's acceptance rate range is not reported.


Riga Technical University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Riga Technical University has more than 2200 international students.

Riga Technical University's Admission Office Admission Office

Kalku Street 1
Riga 1658
670 89333


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Profile and Size

Introduction

When deciding on a university or evaluating its worth, university size and profile hold significance. Here are potential reasons why university size and profile can influence students' choices.


Profile and Size

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Riga Technical University.

Riga Technical University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Riga Technical University has an enrollment range of 10,000-14,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Riga Technical University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 300-399 academic employees (Faculty).


Riga Technical University's Control Type Control Type

Riga Technical University is a public higher education institution.


Riga Technical University's Entity Type Entity Type

Riga Technical University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Riga Technical University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Riga Technical University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Riga Technical University does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

Curious about the most prevalent university facilities and services? Delve into our two guide articles on University Facilities and University Services for more insights.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Riga Technical University's main facilities:


Riga Technical University's Library University Library

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Riga Technical University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


Riga Technical University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.


University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Riga Technical University's main services:


Riga Technical University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Riga Technical University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Riga Technical University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


Riga Technical University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Riga Technical University's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


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Accreditation and Recognition

Introduction

Various countries have diverse types of legal recognition and quality assessment for higher education institutions, depending on their legal and higher education systems... explore our article on university accreditation and recognition for further information.


Riga Technical University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Accreditation or Recognition

Riga Technical University is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Latvijas Republikas Izglitibas un zinatnes ministrija

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2007


Programmatic or Specialized Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Riga Technical University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • European Quality Assurance Network for Informatics Education (EQANIE)


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Affiliations and Memberships

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Riga Technical University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • European University Association (EUA)
  • Baltic Sea Region University Network (BSRUN)
  • Baltic University Programme (BUP)
  • European Association for International Education (EAIE)
  • European Union Universities of Small States Association (EU²S²)
  • European Universities Public Relations and Information Officers (EUPRIO)

Academic Divisions

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Divisions

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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