University Overview
Established in 1954, Rīgas Tehniskā universitāte (Riga Technical University) is a for-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Liepaja (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Kurzeme. Officially recognized by the Izglitibas un zinatnes ministrija (Ministry of Education and Science), Rīgas Tehniskā universitāte (RTU) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 3,000-3,999 students) coeducational Latvian higher education institution. Rīgas Tehniskā universitāte (RTU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 71-year-old Latvian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. RTU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
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| Name | Rīgas Tehniskā universitāte |
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| Name (English) | Riga Technical University |
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| Acronym | RTU |
| Founded | 1954 |
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| Address | Liela Street 14 Liepaja 3401 Kurzeme Latvia |
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(634) 07762 |
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(634) 24223 |
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