Riga Technical University - Aviation Transport - Master's graduate postgraduate

Aviation Transport

Last updated on:2021-02-19

Type of study programme		Professional master degree
Degree		Professional Master Degree in Aviation Transport and Qualification of Mechanical Engineer in Transport Aircraft Technical Maintenance or Avionics Engineer in Transport Aircraft Technical Maintenance
Licence/accreditation		Study programme accredited until 30-Jun-2022

Duration		Full time - 2 years (4 terms) or 3 years (6 terms) depending on the previous degree
Study type		Full-time
Credit points		80 (ECTS: 120) or 121 (ECTS: 181,5)
Study language		English (EN)
Study arrangements		International students study in English according to an individual plan in special groups formed for international students. International students are offered a Latvian language course (4,5 ECTS) in the framework of the study program.
Fees		3900 EUR per year (2021/22)
Grants		For information on scholarships go here>>>

Study programme description		The aim of the study programme is to equip experienced aviation industry personnel with the necessary knowledge of the complex disciplines and an understanding of the technical, operational and maintenance pressures impacting flight operations. Studies are organised in the form of lectures, seminars, project works and discussion groups. The programme prepares students for work in the construction and maintenance of aviation transportation infrastructure, operation and maintenance service for aircraft mechanical systems and technical systems of avionics, system operation analysis and design. Aviation specialists can work in a variety of positions including aircraft operation and maintenance engineers in airports, engineers-designers in aircraft and aviation system production companies, engineers in aviation maintenance companies, researchers in research centres and airfreight logistics specialists in logistic companies. In addition, the specialists can perform analytical and managerial work as well as scientific research work.
Study programme link		international.rtu.lv/masters-studies/aviation-transport-masters/
Requirements		• Professional Bachelor Degree in Aviation Transport and /or 5th Level Professional Qualification in Aviation Transport (2 years) or Bachelor Degree of Engineering Science in Mechanical Engineering (for studies majoring in Aviation Transport) or Electrical Engineering (for studies majoring in Avionics) (3 years). • Proficiency in the English language • Video interview For detailed entry requirements: go here>>>

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Riga Technical University

Higher Education Institution

Kalku street 1, Riga, LV-1050, Latvia

Phone:+371 67089766; +371 67089020

E-mail:admission@rtu.lv international.rtu.lv

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Riga Technical University (RTU) is the oldest university in Latvia, and it has long-standing traditions dating back to 1862. It is an accredited, fully state owned, internationally recognized European level university. According to the requirements of the European Space for Higher Education, RTU offers academic and professional study programmes at three levels – bachelor, master and doctoral studies. RTU is the only engineering university providing engineering programmes and business studies in Latvia. At present it is one of the largest technical universities in the Baltic Sea region and gathers nearly 16 000 students at eight faculties in various study programmes.

RTU has a leading role in number of research projects financed by the EU. Among university alumni there are presidents, prime-ministers and ministers of several European countries, key figures in Latvia’s business and industry. All European countries according to the Lisbon Convention recognize the diplomas issued by the Riga Technical University, on Recognition of Qualification Concerning Higher Education in the European Region, signed in April 1997. RTU degrees are also recognized in the United States, Canada, India, Pakistan, Lebanon, Syria, Nepal, Cameroon, Nigeria and other countries. In 2002 several of RTU engineering programs were approved by United States, Department of Veteran Affairs as eligible for «G. I. Bill» financial benefits.

Population in the city of Riga: 632 614

Total number of students: 14 383 (2019/20)

Number of International students: 1888 (2019/20)

Number of academic staff: 930 (2019/20)

Accommodation possibilities and costs: RTU residences
• From 69,50 EUR per person in shared room per month (3 persons).
• From 124,50 EUR per person in shared room per month (2 persons).
• From 295.50 EUR a month in a single room.