MA/MS in Sporta zinātne

This academic master's programme in sport science is taught at the University of Latvia in Riga. Full-time study lasts four semesters and 120 ECTS credits and leads to a master's degree in health sciences in health and sport science. The number of places is shared between the Latvian-language and English-language study streams. The programme draws on several groups of disciplines: medicine and life sciences, social and legal sciences, and the exact sciences. Students can research, analyse and develop the physical, mental, emotional and social benefits of sport and physical activity, which improve health and quality of life for people of all ages, from children and young people to older adults. Both state-funded budget places and fee-paying places are offered. Tuition is charged for each academic year, and citizens of the EU, the European Economic Area and Switzerland pay a lower rate than citizens of other countries.