Overview

The Information Technology programme from Turiba University offers in-depth insight into complex programming languages, innovations, software development, and the integration and automation of IT operations (DevOps).

This master’s study programme is open to both those who already have education in the IT field and those who wish to change their professional area to information technology.

Students with prior education and experience in the IT field can study in the sub-programme "Lead Programming Engineer" (duration 1.5 or 2 years), while those whose previous education is not related to IT but who want to retrain and build their career in the IT sector can study in the sub-programme "Systems Analyst" (duration – 3 years).

Career opportunities

Lead Software Engineer in organizations and companies

Systems Analyst in organizations

IT Project Manager

Head of IT Department

Programme Structure

In the first year of Information Technology studies, you will acquire professional knowledge and competencies on how to use the basics of IT to achieve higher efficiency in software and system operations. You will learn the fundamentals of database management systems, discrete mathematics, an introduction to computer architecture, software engineering, computer systems, and more.

At a professional level, you will acquire skills and competencies in business financing. You will have the opportunity to study subjects related to brain-computer interfaces and enterprise resource planning systems. Using the theoretical and practical knowledge gained, you will develop and defend a master's thesis on a chosen information technology topic.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-02-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English, Latvian

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100

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72

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PTE Academic

51

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IELTS

5.5

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Credits

90 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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100

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72

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51

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IELTS

5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

1.5 years in the Latvian language – in the sub-programme “Lead Programming Engineer” (47484): First-cycle professional higher education (professional bachelor's degree) or equivalent professional higher education in Information Technology or a related scientific field, completed in full-time studies by finishing at least a four-year (240 ECTS) study programme with the qualification of Programming Engineer.

1.5 years in English – in the sub-programme “Lead Programming Engineer” (47484): First-cycle professional higher education (professional bachelor's degree) or equivalent professional higher education in Information Technology or a related scientific field, completed in full-time studies by finishing at least a four-year (240 ECTS credits) study programme with the qualification of Programming Engineer. English language proficiency at least at B2 level.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

3550 EUR / year

≈ 3550 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

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EU/EEA Nationals

3090 EUR / year

≈ 3090 EUR / year

Living costs

Riga

Latvia

503 - 783 EUR / month

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