University of Latvia - Baltic Sea Region Studies - Master's graduate postgraduate

Baltic Sea Region Studies

Last updated on:2020-06-25

Type of study programme		Master degree
Degree		Master of Humanities in Baltic Sea Region Studies
Licence/accreditation		Study direction accredited until 30-Jun-2024

Duration		2 years
Study type		Full-time
Credit points		80 (ECTS: 120)
Study language		English (EN)
Study arrangements		During studies international students join groups of local students that follow the study program in English. A Latvian language course is integrated in the study program (at least 3 ECTS).
Fees		2100 EUR (EU/EEA/Swiss citizens and permanent residence holders) or 2365 EUR (Other countries citizens) per year (2020/21)
Grants		For more information go here>>>

Study programme description		This programme provides an opportunity to obtain an interdisciplinary Master’s Degree in Baltic Sea region issues. It offers education in humanities and several social and environmental disciplines, focusing on the Baltic Sea region countries. The programme is set up in cooperation with partner universities: University of Turku, University of Tartu, Vytautas Magnus University and this partnership enables student mobility within the programme. The following modules are offered: Baltic States and Europe, Policy and Human Rights, Society and Environment, Art and Literature Studies, Cultural History and Education. Besides, students are entitled to choose one of the following languages: Latvian, Swedish, Finnish, Estonian, or Lithuanian. The graduates obtain qualification to continue their academic research in PhD studies. The graduates of the programme will have a possibility to work in various state institutions, non-governmental and private institutions, diplomatic structures, representative offices at the international organisations, e. g. the United Nations, UNESCO, NATO, European Council, etc.
Study programme link		https://www.lu.lv/en/gribustudet/study/masters-study-programmes/baltic-studies/
Requirements		Bachelor’s degree or a diploma proving equivalent level of education from an institution of higher education. English language proficiency. For more information on language requirements go here>>>

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Number of International students: 538 (2018/19)

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Accommodation possibilities and costs: The University of Latvia offers university dormitories for all international students. International students are housed in single, double or triple rooms with a common kitchen for every 5 rooms. Linen, blankets and pillows are provided as well as some kitchen utensils. The costs start at 100 EUR per month (more information here).
If you do not wish to stay at a dormitory, it is advisable to make private housing arrangements beforehand.