PhD in Lāzertehnoloģijas

This doctorate prepares specialists for manufacturing companies, research laboratories and scientific institutions that work with lasers. Study combines theory on how lasers function, their different types and their uses across economic sectors with hands-on research training: candidates learn scientific research methods and techniques, take part in academic seminars and conferences, and publish their results. The subject area extends into applications such as welding, cutting, heat treatment, surface modification and photochemistry in manufacturing, as well as uses in biology, medicine, imaging, measurement and process control. Alongside the research itself, candidates build skills in analysing scientific literature, writing and presenting academic papers, and publishing in highly-cited journals. On completion, graduates can continue into postdoctoral research at universities or scientific institutions, move into laser-related industry roles spanning electrical engineering, healthcare or environmental engineering, or take on leadership positions such as chief engineer at companies developing or improving products.