RTU is the largest science-based university in the Baltic States established in 1862.

Location
We are in the heart of Riga, the capital city of Latvia. Latvia borders the Baltic Sea along with Germany, Sweden and other countries.

Tradition
RTU has over 150 years of history as a centre of scientific excellence and has Nobel Prize winners, Presidents and Prime Ministers as former professors and students.

Opportunity
We provide an extensive range of engineering, business study and architecture related courses. Local and visiting professors deliver study programmes to local and overseas students in English.

Accreditation
Latvia has long been recognised as a country of high educational standards. RTU Bachelor, Master and Doctoral degrees are recognised across the globe. RTU has been awarded European University Quality Mark and EU Diploma Supplement Label.

Value
Latvian education is accessible to international students due to its affordable tuition fees and moderate living costs. The tuition fees and other expenses for those who study in Latvia are low compared to most other European countries.

Welcome
Latvia is a country noted for its safety and religious/cultural tolerance. Open arms welcome all RTU students, be they from across the world or from a neighbouring country. Support is provided throughout the whole enrolment and study period.

Key facts about Latvia

Official name: Republic of Latvia

Capital: Riga

Population: 1 968 957 (as of 01.2016)

Area: 64 589 sq.km or 24 937 sq.miles

Language: Latvian (official), Russian, English and German are also widely spoken

Highest point: Gaiziņa Kalns 312 m

Currency: 1 EUR = 100 cents

Time zone: GMT +2, from April to November – GMT +3

Internet domain: .lv

International phone code: +371

Maritime climate: warm in summer (20oC), cold in winter (-5oC)