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European Studies

University of Latvia
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition EUR 2,150 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,150 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Degree MSc
Duration 24 months
Deadline Jan, 2027
Delivery On-campus
Location Riga, Latvia
Language English

Program Overview

The European Studies at University of Latvia is a MSc programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the European Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Latvia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 5.5
  5. Tuition: EUR 2,150 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,150 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
  6. Location: Riga, Latvia

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the European Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. EU: Government and Institutions
  2. European Economic Integration
  3. EU Regional Policy and Social Dimension
  4. EU Funds and Project Management
  5. Economies of the Baltic States
  6. EU External Policy
  7. Research Methodology Seminar
  8. Master Thesis

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Admission requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree or a diploma proving equivalent level of education from an institution of higher education.
  • English language proficiency.
  • Quality of CV.
  • Quality of Motivation letter.

English Proficiency: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

EUR 2,150 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,150 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

Tuition fees: EUR 2,150 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,150 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

IELTS requirement: 5.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of Latvia directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About University of Latvia

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University of Latvia

Riga, Latvia

University of Latvia(Latvian:Latvijas Universitāte, shortenedLU) is apublicresearch universitylocated inRiga,Latvia. The university was established in 1919. It is one of the largest and most...

University Profile
  • Application Deadline Jan, 2027
  • Start Date Sep, 2026
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months