Overview

The aim of the Telecommunications program at Riga Technical University is to prepare specialists who are characterized by the ability to think systematically, analyse, develop and implement engineering solutions, as well as manage telecommunication systems.

In addition, to develop students' ability to perform scientific work, participate in local and international projects and continue Doctoral studies. Students are provided with in-depth academic, practical and professional knowledge in the fields of telecommunications management, fibre optics and wireless transmission, and information technology.

Career options

Graduates can become managers, leading specialists, engineers, designers in telecommunication and ICT companies, data transmission infrastructure specialists, telecommunication systems analysis specialists, telecommunication technology and solution development and implementation specialists, competent scientists.

The knowledge acquired during the studies allows establish your own companies, hold leading positions in private companies or public institutions, as well as to manage high-level engineering projects in the required fields of modern technologies.

Potential employers:• Telecommunications companies;• IT companies;• Higher education institutions, universities;• Scientific research institutions;• Production units in the field.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Physics of Optical Information Processing

Telecommunications Theory (special course)

Fibre Optics Transmission Systems

Telecommunications Marketing
Research Seminars

Transmission Systems (special course)

Design and Maintenance of Telecommunications Networks

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-08-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2027-07-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2028-01-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-12-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2027-11-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Riga, Latvia

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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OR

72

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59

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5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor degree of engineering science in telecommunication engineering or comparable education (60% or higher);

English language certificate (B2 level proficiency);

Curriculum Vitae;

A copy of your passport;

Motivation letter;

References;
Every student must pass a video interview.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

6150 EUR / year

≈ 6150 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

6150 EUR / year

≈ 6150 EUR / year

Living costs

Riga

Latvia

503 - 783 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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