Overview

The study program offers three specialized sub-programs: Data Science, Technology Mathematics, and Pure Mathematics.

Key features

University of Latvia's Mathematics and Data Science program collaborates with top-tier experts in Latvia within the fields of mathematics, statistics, and data science. Additionally, we host guest lecturers from international backgrounds and industry professionals, enriching the educational experience with diverse perspectives.

Students are encouraged to engage in exchange programs with numerous Erasmus partner universities, broadening their academic horizons. The curriculum is meticulously crafted to provide a robust foundation for students interested in pursuing doctoral studies or scientific research.

The main goal of the study program is to prepare flexible experts who excel in various industries, pursue advanced studies, and make meaningful contributions to the rapidly evolving fields of mathematics, statistics, and data science.

Potential Careers

Data Scientists, Engineers and Analysts

Quantitative Analysts in Finance and Economics, Actuaries, Risk Managers

Mathematical Modelling Engineers

Research or Academic Mathematicians

Programmers and IT Specialists, Biostatisticians and Medical Statisticians

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Asymptotic Statistics

High-Performance Computing for Data Science and Modelling

Business intelligence tools and data visualization

Selected Topics about Data Warehouses

Life Insurance Mathematics

Selected Chapters of Financial Mathematics

Stochastic Processes

Timeseries and signal analysis

Big data technologies

Nonparametric Statistics

Risk analysis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-20 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2025-07-23 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

Language

English

PTE Academic

51

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TOEFL^® IBT

72

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Mathematics Data Science & Big Data

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

PTE Academic

51

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TOEFL^® IBT

72

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

First-cycle higher education (bachelor's degree or second-level professional higher education or equivalent higher education) in mathematics; or first-cycle higher education (bachelor's degree or second-level professional higher education, or equivalent higher education) in natural sciences or engineering sciences and technologies, or social sciences and successfully completed study courses in the field of mathematics (at least 8 credit points).

The average grade in study courses must be 60% of the maximum.
English language proficiency.

Tuition Fee

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International

5400 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5400 EUR per year during 24 months.
EU/EEA

5400 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5400 EUR per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Riga

503 - 783 EUR /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Mathematics and Data Science.

Available Scholarships

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