English Name: Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies
Control Type: Public
World Rank: #3794
Rank in Latvia: #4
Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies runs as a public institution in Jelgava, Latvia. The institution functions as a higher-education provider within Latvia's higher-education sector.
The institution offers programmes across multiple qualification levels. Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies's academic structure spans multiple faculties, supporting a broad programme catalogue.
Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies occupies position #3794 globally and #4 within Latvia. The institution participates in Latvia's academic ecosystem alongside other higher-education providers.
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Academic Year: September to June (September-January; February-June)
Accrediting Agency: Ministry of Education and Science (Izglītības un Zinātnes Ministrija)
Admission Requirements: Secondary school leaving certificate; Certificate of English proficiency or interview; Entrance examination; Letter of recommendation
Degrees
Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies's qualifications are listed below by level, so you can quickly find the route that matches your study stage. Some levels feed naturally into the next, while others stand alone.
Other27 programs
Agricultural Economics
Agricultural Engineering
Agriculture
Business and Commerce
Civil Engineering
Computer Science
Control Engineering
Economics
Energy Engineering
Environmental Engineering
Finance
Food Science
Food Technology
Forestry
Hotel Management
Human Resources
Industrial Design
Information Technology
Landscape Architecture
Management
Mechanical Engineering
Nutrition
Public Administration
Surveying and Mapping
Veterinary Science
Water Management
Wood Technology
Faculties & Divisions
Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies's teaching divisions and their subject focus. Departmental ownership of programmes determines who handles admissions queries, scholarship questions, and timetable issues.
Agriculture and Food Technology (Faculty) 14 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
Agricultural Business
Agricultural Management
Agriculture
Agronomy
Animal Husbandry
Crop Production
Food Science
Food Technology
Horticulture
Hotel Management
Nutrition
Plant and Crop Protection
Soil Management
Soil Science
Common Career Paths
Agricultural Scientist
Agronomist
Farm Manager
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Economics and Social Development (Faculty) 12 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
Accountancy
Administration
Anthropology
Business and Commerce
Economics
Entrepreneurship
Finance
Management
Marketing
Political Sciences
Real Estate
Sociology
Common Career Paths
Economist
Policy Analyst
Financial Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Engineering and Information Technologies (Faculty) 12 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
Agricultural Engineering
Computer Engineering
Computer Science
Control Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Electronic Engineering
Energy Engineering
Information Technology
Mechanics
Metallurgical Engineering
Power Engineering
Telecommunications Engineering
Common Career Paths
Engineer
Project Manager
Technical Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Forest and Environmental Sciences (Faculty) 13 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
Agriculture
Civil Engineering
Environmental Engineering
Environmental Management
Environmental Studies
Fishery
Forestry
Landscape Architecture
Materials Engineering
Surveying and Mapping
Transport Engineering
Water Management
Wood Technology
Common Career Paths
Environmental Consultant
Sustainability Officer
Climate Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Veterinary Medicine (Faculty) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
Veterinary Science
Common Career Paths
Physician
Medical Researcher
Clinical Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Programs Offered
Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies's teaching offering by degree level. Programmes archived in past intakes may still appear on search engines; the live list here is the current source of truth.
Bachelor's Degree
28 programmes
There are 28 programmes to choose from at Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies for undergraduates. A bachelor's degree builds the broad disciplinary foundation most employers and postgraduate courses expect.
The importance of Forestry sector is increasing every year. If you enjoy time in forest and you are looking for a rewarding career, where you can provide professional advice to the land-based forestry sector and help secure our forests for future generations to enjoy, then this course is for you.Forestry as sustainable resource studies has been developing in Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies for decades to give the instil in you an awareness of the complexities inherent in forest land management and to help you develop as an involved citizen as well as a professional forest manager.
Duration:3 years
Credits:180 ECTS credits
Delivery:On-campus
International tuition:3,000 EUR/year
Information Technologies for Sustainable Development4 years240 ECTS creditsOn-campusEnglish
The latest research in the Europe Union shows that in the next 5 years there will be shortage of a half of million ICT field specialists. Programmer is one of the most demanded profession. ICT field in the Nordic countries is blooming. In Latvia for past years the programmer is the most demanded profession and demand is greater than supply. This study programme offers to acquire programming engineering skill during studies and 26 week internship in local and international ICT companies focused on ICT solution development for other disciplines’ sustainable development.
Duration:4 years
Credits:240 ECTS credits
Delivery:On-campus
International tuition:2,750 EUR/year
Geoinformatics and Remote Sensing Bachelor4 yearsOn-campusEnglish
Everything we do takes place in the space and time of the Earth, both in planning activities and in implementing them and evaluating the results. Therefore, the acquisition of spatial information and the ability to use this information effectively is essential. Engineers who know geospatial data acquisition and processing technologies, as well as know how to develop various types of geospatial solutions, are in great demand in various sectors of the economy.
Duration:4 years
Delivery:On-campus
International tuition:3,000 EUR/year
Biosystems Machinery and Technologies3 years180 ECTS creditsOn-campusEnglish
The field of knowledge that an engineer is required to possess has been constantly increasing. Furthermore, the opportunities for designing equipment and machinery are expanding. Alongside engineering knowledge, it is necessary to estimate global challenges and find solutions that are compatible with green thinking and sustainable development.This programme combines the acquisition of engineering design, mechatronics and programming skills, as well as basic knowledge of biosystems in the fields of agriculture, wood processing, food production and animal husbandry. Knowledge of CNC manufacturing technologies and an understanding of the manufacturing process will ensure a technologically advanced design of the equipment and machinery.
Duration:3 years
Credits:180 ECTS credits
Delivery:On-campus
International tuition:3,300 EUR/year
Economics4 years240 ECTS creditsOn-campusEnglish
To enable students to acquire academic education in economics through creative teaching and research, to create preconditions for acquiring knowledge and to develop high-quality intellectual, analytical and professional skills in their chosen specialization.
Duration:4 years
Credits:240 ECTS credits
Delivery:On-campus
International tuition:2,500 EUR/year
Vide un ūdenssaimniecībaEnvironmental SciencesOn-campusLatvian
Delivery:On-campus
Zemes ierīcībaCivil Engineering & ConstructionOn-campusLatvian
Delivery:On-campus
Zemes ierīcība un mērniecībaCivil Engineering & ConstructionOn-campusLatvian +1
Delivery:On-campus
Pārtikas produktu tehnoloģijaIndustrial & Systems EngineeringOn-campusLatvian
Delivery:On-campus
Pārtikas kvalitāte un inovācijasIndustrial & Systems Engineering4 yearsOn-campusLatvian +1
Duration:4 years
Delivery:On-campus
Organizāciju un sabiedrības pārvaldes socioloģijaSociologyOn-campusLatvian +1
Delivery:On-campus
MežinženierisAgricultureOn-campusLatvian
Delivery:On-campus
Mašīnu projektēšana un ražošanaMechanical EngineeringOn-campusLatvian
Delivery:On-campus
Informācijas tehnoloģijas ilgtspējīgai attīstībaiComputer Sciences4 yearsOn-campusLatvian +1
Duration:4 years
Delivery:On-campus
KokapstrādeIndustrial & Systems EngineeringOn-campusLatvian
Delivery:On-campus
Komercdarbība un uzņēmuma vadībaManagement & LeadershipOn-campusLatvian
Delivery:On-campus
Lauksaimniecības inženierzinātneMechanical Engineering2 yearsOn-campusLatvian
Biosistēmu mašinērija un tehnoloģijasMechanical Engineering3 yearsOn-campusEnglish +1
Duration:3 years
Delivery:On-campus
Ainavu arhitektūra un plānošanaCivil Engineering & Construction4 yearsOn-campusLatvian +1
Duration:4 years
Delivery:On-campus
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Master's Degree
26 programmes
Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies provides 26 programmes at master's level for graduates who want to specialise further or strengthen their standing for doctoral applications.
Veterinary Medicine6 yearsOn-campusEnglish
Veterinary medicine is a scientifically-practical branch, that studies animal diseases, diagnoses them, carries out treatments, prophylaxis and abatement, as well as supervises and controls hygiene of food products and prevents illnesses common for both people and animals. It deals with environment protection form pollution, as well as takes care of ethical, esthetical and economical needs of pet and animal owners. Specialists of the branch solve problems connected with maintenance and provision of animal health, as well as quality and control of food products in the country. A very important field nowadays is food hygiene and specialists within it deal with various technologies of products processing, production and distribution in order to provide the production and use of harmless and healthy products.You will gain knowledge of the structure and function of healthy animals, of their husbandry, reproduction, hygiene and their feeding, knowledge of the behaviour and protection of animals, knowledge of the causes, nature, course, effects, diagnosis and treatment of the animal diseases, including a special knowledge of the diseases which may be transmitted to humans, knowledge of preventive medicine, knowledge of the hygiene and technology involved in the production, manufacture and putting into circulation of animal foodstuffs or foodstuffs of animal origin intended for human consumption.By choosing the study programme 'Veterinary medicine' you will have the possibilities to study in a modern environment, to meet sophisticated professors and to perfect you knowledge abroad corresponding to today’s requirements.
Duration:6 years
Delivery:On-campus
International tuition:9,000 EUR/year
Sociology of Organizations and Public Administration3 years180 ECTS creditsOn-campusEnglish
Our LBTU study programme “Sociology of Organizations and Public Administration” offer you an interactive study process with dynamic and experienced academic staff, opportunities for e-learning, and organized weeks of guest lectures, field trips, and discussions. We ensure a student-centered approach to the study process and focus specifically on your needs and interests in each study course to provide knowledge and skills on the contemporary social world.AimThis program aims to educate highly qualified specialists providing students with the knowledge and skills on how to analyze the performance of organizations and institutions in public, private, and non-governmental sectors, and how to develop reasonable and sound proposals in order to address problems in the sphere of organizations and public administration.
Duration:3 years
Credits:180 ECTS credits
Delivery:On-campus
International tuition:3,300 EUR/year
Landscape Architecture and Planning2 years120 ECTS creditsOn-campusEnglish
You will have the opportunity to study in an international and multidisciplinary environment since there is cooperation with the Estonian, Lithuanian, Norwegian and Swedish universities. Within the framework of the Erasmus+, Bova network and LE: NOTRE Institute, students have an opportunity to participate in international study courses online and get acquainted with the international experience
Duration:2 years
Credits:120 ECTS credits
Delivery:On-campus
International tuition:4,000 EUR/year
Human Resource Management2 yearsOn-campusEnglish
The programme aims to educate highly qualified specialists who are able to perform the duties of a career counsellors in human resources management in accordance with the requirements of the profession standard.
Duration:2 years
Delivery:On-campus
International tuition:3,300 EUR/year
Geoinformatics and Remote Sensing Master2 yearsOn-campusEnglish
You will become a highly qualified engineer for scientific and pedagogical, as well as professional and managerial work in the field of geoinformatics and remote sensing. You will be able to navigate scientific research and be competent to solve scientific and practical issues related to the geo-informative provision of agriculture and forestry, spatial administration of land, and spatial organization of crisis management.
Duration:2 years
Delivery:On-campus
International tuition:3,300 EUR/year
Business Management2 years90 ECTS creditsOn-campusEnglish
Professional master’s degree programme “Business Management” is designed to adapt to the changing environment of the labour market and demands for the development of skills and competencies with a particular emphasis on interdisciplinary skills (use of resources, assessment of regional differences in economic decision-making and the cross-sectoral context of the bioeconomy) as well as soft skills, such as teamwork, decision making in changing situations, leadership development.
Duration:2 years
Credits:90 ECTS credits
Delivery:On-campus
International tuition:3,300 EUR/year
Uzturzinātne2 yearsOn-campusLatvian
LBTU, LATVIJAS UNIVERSITĀTES UN RĪGAS STRADIŅA UNIVERSITĀTES KOPĪGĀ STUDIJU PROGRAMMA.Katras valsts izaugsmei un attīstībai ir nepieciešami veseli, enerģiski un darbīgi cilvēki. Studiju programma "Uzturzinātne" rūpējas par cilvēka dzīvē nozīmīgāko, proti, veselību. Pārtikai ir noteicošā loma veselības veicināšanā un slimību profilaksē, tāpēc arvien aktuālāks kļūst pieprasījums pēc programmas absolventiem sabiedrības veselības ilgtspējai un pasaules un Eiropas uzturpolitikas mērķu sasniegšanai. KO TU IEGŪSI?Spēsi veikt zinātniskās pētniecības darbu uztura, pārtikas, bioķīmijas un toksikoloģijas jomā, analizēt un ģenerēt jaunas idejas un pieejas sabiedrības veselības veicināšanai un ar uzturu saistīto slimību riska novēršanai. KARJERAS IESPĒJAS?Studiju programmas absolventi ir nodarbināti zinātniskās institūcijās, klīnikās, rehabilitācijas centros, pārtikas uzņēmumos, sabiedrības veselības institūcijās, sporta asociācijās un komandās, darbojas kā eksperti uztura jautājumos medijos. Programmas absolventi ar ārstniecības personas sertifikātu var konsultēt pacientus, strādāt iestādēs, kur nepieciešami speciālisti ar atbilstīgu sertifikātu.
Cilvēkresursu vadība un karjeras konsultēšanaManagement & Leadership2 yearsOn-campusLatvian +1
Duration:2 years
Delivery:On-campus
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Doctorate
14 programmes
At the highest level, Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies runs 14 programmes. These doctoral programmes are built around a sustained research project rather than taught coursework.
The study programme is aimed to prepare qualified specialists for research work with a competence corresponding to the landscape architecture science.Studies are organised as lectures, discussion with supervisor and individual studies.The main courses offered include theoretical and empirical research methodology, scientific terminology of landscape architecture sciences, problems and theories in the field of landscape architecture sciences research, theoretical and practical innovations/novelties in the field.Students in this programme acquire the skills to do theoretical and empirical investigations in landscape architecture science in cooperation with other persons involved in the investigation, participating and presenting results in scientific conferences, able to develop new knowledge on existing knowledge and practically implementing investigation results, prepare internationally indexed publications.
Duration:3 years
Credits:180 ECTS credits
Delivery:On-campus
International tuition:5,000 EUR/year
Information Technologies2 years120 ECTS creditsOn-campusEnglish
Besides the basic skills of computer literacy, the necessity to carry out complicated research and modeling of business processes, to solve tasks of systemic analysis, as well as to work out an unconventional use of information technologies in the production computer management, biotechnology, medicine, ecology and other fields, become of vital importance. To fulfill these tasks, well-prepared specialists, experts of computer networks, programmers, system analysts and other professionals, who are able to adjust to rapid changes in the branch of information technologies, are needed more and more.
The study programme is aimed to educate the new generation of scientists for dealing with the scientific problems of agriculture, obtaining more profound theoretical knowledge and acquiring the research methods. Studies are organised as lectures, seminars, discussion with supervisor and individual studies.The main courses offered include scientific sub-discipline or the specialisation course of the trend of sub-discipline, research methodology in agricultural engineering, course in research trend, scientific language/terminology.Students in this programme acquire the skills in studies of scientific literature, presentation and scientific writing, knowledge of research in agricultural energetic, agricultural technics, transport, machinery and engineering. Educating knowledgeable and capable scientists in various spheres of economy, integrating modern technologies in the study process, promoting competitiveness in the local and international market.
Duration:3 years
Credits:180 ECTS credits
Delivery:On-campus
International tuition:4,000 EUR/year
Agrarian and Regional Economics3 years180 ECTS creditsOn-campusEnglish
The study programme is aimed to promote the formation of a new generation of scientists, who have qualifications meeting international standards in economics, especially in the sub-branches of agrarian economics and regional economics by enabling students to acquire theoretical knowledge of a higher level, learn methods of research work and the principles of its management, to elaborate a doctoral dissertation and obtain an internationally recognised doctoral degree.The programme is designed to be dynamic, during the study process doctoral students obtain knowledge on how to research and describe changes in the economy, so that the most urgent problems regarding the economic and international situation in the country are tackled. The programme covers theoretical knowledge in international and global economics, macroeconomics, company economics (microeconomics), entrepreneurship, agricultural and regional economics and related fields. The study programme is completed with the elaboration and defence of a Doctoral thesis.
The aim of the doctoral study programme is to prepare highly qualified specialists for scientific research, organizational and academic work in the environmental engineering and water management. The acquired knowledge enables problem solving opportunities within the interdisciplinary environmental issues.The following research areas are offered in the study programme:- Soil water balance and modelling of hydrological processes;- Assessment of agricultural run-off quality, measures for the pollution control and mitigation;- Greenhouse gas and air pollutant emissions;- Wastewater management;- Rainwater management;- Protection of cities against the flooding.
Food and beverage industry is one of biggest and steady growing manufacturing sector in terms of jobs and value added. Over the last century, the global population has quadrupled and food demand is expected to increase anywhere between 59% to 98% by 2050. More and more qualified specialists will be needed who can analyse the nutritional content of food, discover new food products, and research ways to make processed foods safe and healthy. The master's degree program will provide a one-time opportunity to acquire new competitive theoretical knowledge, scientific-research experience, experience working in a team, opportunities to study abroad (as part of the Erasmus+ program), the opportunity to participate in voluntary practice, make new friends, and in the future find a workplace for professional growth and development.
Doctoral study programme Civil Engineering is designed to prepare a generation of young scientists for research and academic work in civil engineering field, as well as for work in state and private institutions at a high level of professionalism with a clear, targeted development perspective
Duration:3 years
Credits:180 ECTS credits
Delivery:On-campus
International tuition:4,000 EUR/year
Vides inženierijaEnvironmental Sciences3 yearsOn-campusLatvian +1
Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies lists 2 programmes outside the standard bachelor-to-doctorate ladder — vocational and pathway awards that often carry credit toward a later full degree.
How to apply to Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies
How to apply to Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies — a five-step structure with notes on documents, channels, and timing for each phase.
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Identify the right programme
Start by exploring the programmes section on this page. Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies runs 70 active programmes across multiple degree levels. Narrow by qualification tier and read each programme description before shortlisting.
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Standard documents: official transcripts, identity proof, language test results, personal statement, and references. Confirm exact requirements with Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies's admissions office before assembling, as expectations vary by programme.
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Lodge your application through the official website (www.lbtu.lv). Online forms are the standard route. Save your draft frequently and submit before the programme deadline.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies
Concise answers to the most-searched questions about Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies, useful as a quick orientation before exploring the rest of the profile.
In which city is Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies?
Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies is based in Jelgava, Latvia.
What is Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies's control type?
It is a public higher-education institution.
How is Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies ranked?
Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies is ranked #3794 globally and #4 in Latvia.
Is Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies accredited?
Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies is accredited by Ministry of Education and Science (Izglītības un Zinātnes Ministrija).
What is Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies's official website?
Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies's official website is www.lbtu.lv.
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