PhD in Natural sciences (Physics, Astronomy and Mechanics)

University of Latvia

Riga, Riga, LatviaWorld Rank #1,784

PhD in Natural sciences (Physics, Astronomy and Mechanics) at University of Latvia in Riga, Latvia is a doctorate programme. The programme runs for 3 years, delivered on campus. Teaching is in English. Tuition for international students is EUR 6,400 per year.

At a glance

Degree: Doctorate
Duration: 3 years
Delivery: On Campus
Language: English
International tuition: EUR 6,400 / year

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet. — it helps other students.

Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last reviewed May 2026 ·

Program details

Overview

The goal of Physics, Astronomy and Mechanics Doctoral Study Programme is to ensure obtaining the of the scientific qualification in the following scientific sub-sectors of physics, astronomy or mechanics: Solid state physics, Didactics of physics, Physics of condensed environment, Chemical physics, Laser physics and spectroscopy, Materials’ physics, Medical physics, Atomic and molecular physics. Depending on the sub-sector chosen for the studies, the PhD student must demonstrate a high level of theoretical and practical qualification in materials’ and semiconductor physics, physics of condensed environment, topics of polymer mechanics, general conceptions and methodology issues of chemical physics, the general principles of mathematical modelling of irreversible processes in the framework of continuum, fundamentals of atomic and molecular optics, the sub-sector of laser physics and spectroscopy, the physical progresses in live organisms, as well as various sub-sectors of astrophysics and fundamental astronomy, and didactics of physics.

About University of Latvia

Type: University
Control: Public
World rank: #1,784
Programs: 191
Location: Riga, Riga, Latvia
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does PhD in Natural sciences (Physics, Astronomy and Mechanics) award?

University of Latvia awards a Doctorate on completion of this programme.

How long does PhD in Natural sciences (Physics, Astronomy and Mechanics) take?

The programme runs for 3 years.

How much does PhD in Natural sciences (Physics, Astronomy and Mechanics) cost?

Tuition for international students is EUR 6,400 per year.

Can PhD in Natural sciences (Physics, Astronomy and Mechanics) be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at University of Latvia.

What language is PhD in Natural sciences (Physics, Astronomy and Mechanics) taught in?

The programme is taught in English.

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