Riga Technical University (RTU)
Quick answer: Riga Technical University (RTU) is Latvia’s main technical university. Its application portal lists €5,030 a year for the BSc Computer Systems and €6,150 for the MSc Computer Systems. There is a €165 application fee and a one-off €500 deposit. You need IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL iBT 72, and the deadline for the spring intake was 15 November 2026.
RTU teaches English-language bachelor’s and master’s programmes in engineering, IT, architecture and technology. A modest language threshold and two intakes a year (autumn and spring) make it accessible for Azerbaijani applicants aiming at technical subjects.
Fees and charges
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| BSc Computer Systems | €5,030 per year |
| MSc Computer Systems | €6,150 (unit not stated on the page) |
| Application fee | €165 (once) |
| Deposit | €500 (once) |
Source: apply.rtu.lv — BSc Computer Systems, apply.rtu.lv — MSc Computer Systems (2026/27, spring intake) — checked 11/2026.
The portal does not show separate EU and non-EU prices, so confirm the rate with the admissions office; other programmes may cost more or less. On official figures, the first year of the BSc Computer Systems comes to €5,695: €165 to apply, the €500 deposit and €5,030 tuition. Housing, insurance and the residence permit are extra.
Entry requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| English | TOEFL iBT 72+, IELTS 5.5+, TOEIC 780+, Cambridge B2 First or PTE Academic 59+; fully English-taught previous education may also count |
| Bachelor’s | School certificate and transcript |
| Master’s | Bachelor’s diploma in a relevant field and transcript |
| Intakes | Autumn and spring; spring start 25 January 2027, deadline 15 November 2026 |
Source: apply.rtu.lv — MSc Computer Systems, apply.rtu.lv — BSc Computer Systems — checked 11/2026.
IELTS 5.5 sits below the 6.5 many European universities ask for, and the same threshold applies to master’s applicants. For the MSc Computer Systems a bachelor’s in computing or a related field is expected; if your degree is in another area, ask which subjects are required. If your schooling was entirely in English, get written confirmation from admissions that it will be accepted and keep a certificate as a fallback.
Application steps and timing
- Choose a programme on apply.rtu.lv.
- Upload your translated certificate or diploma, transcript, language proof, passport, motivation letter and CV, then pay the €165 fee.
- After the offer, pay the €500 deposit, which is separate from tuition.
- Prepare residence permit documents according to PMLP’s official requirements, then register and pay tuition on arrival.
Spring intakes start in January and are applied for in autumn; autumn intakes start in September, with applications usually in spring and exact dates on each programme page. Not every programme offers a spring start, so do not confuse the November deadline with the autumn one.
RTU or another university in Riga?
Students usually pick RTU for technical fields, Rīga Stradiņš University for medicine and health (its business bachelor’s costs €3,300, rsu.lv) and RISEBA for business and management, where non-EU bachelor’s students pay €6,000. Compare the business option on our RISEBA page and read the overview of studying in Latvia.
Frequently asked questions
How much does RTU charge?
According to the portal, €5,030 a year for the BSc Computer Systems and €6,150 for the MSc Computer Systems.
Does RTU have a spring intake?
Yes; applications for the intake starting 25 January 2027 closed on 15 November 2026.
Do I need a certificate if I studied in English?
The portal says fully English-taught previous education can count as proof, but the university decides, so get its confirmation first.
What is RTU strongest in?
Engineering, computer systems, IT and technology.
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