Postgraduate diploma (or higher)

Applicants for Doctorate studies are required to have completed at least 3 years of Bachelor degree studies plus 2 year Master degree studies.

The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English / Latvian.

Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original.

Diplomas and transcripts issued outside EU must be legalized with legalization stamps or Apostille. More information available HERE

You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university.

English

Applicants must prove their English language knowledge. University accepts the following international language tests:
TOEFL IBT – at least score 80;
IELTS – at least score 5.5;
PTE General – at least level B2;
FCE – at least level B;
CPE – satisfactory pass;
CAE – satisfactory pass.

Applicants whose native language is English or previous education is obtained in English (in USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Great Britain, Scotland or Ireland) are exempt from this requirement.
Other language skills certificates will be considered to recognize or University can provide language test for additional payment.

Successful pass of entrance examination where applicants will be invited to an interview via Skype.

Applicants are obligated to upload:
1) A justification and framework (3-5 pages) for the chosen dissertation prepared and signed together with the prospective thesis advisor (no specific form defined);
2) Doctoral Theme application form available HERE
3) Filled out Curriculum Vitae available HERE