Dual Award Programme in Computer Science

The objective of the Bachelor’s programme in Computer Science is to pre-pare specialists who are able to design and develop complex applications and information systems.

The programme tasks:

1. to provide basic knowledge in the computer industry in general and in the chosen degree programme,
2. to provide basic knowledge in the foundations of mathematics of com-puter science,
3. to provide knowledge, develop skills necessary for the design and devel-opment of complex applications and information systems,
4. to develop the first skills of scientific research work, which will allow to participate in research projects, to continue studies in the Master’s degree,
5. to develop skills necessary for independent continuation of education, renewing knowledge and professional development.

The University of Latvia Bachelor's degree study programme “Computer Science” has already twice been accredited at the European level and is the only study programme in Latvia awarded the "Euro-Inf Quality Label". In an annual survey, employers recognise the study programme “Computer Science” as the best among not only IT programmes, but also study programmes of all fields.

A student at the University of Latvia will enrol on and study a local programme that has been evaluated to ensure that the module learning outcomes were equivalent to those delivered at the University of Lincoln. On graduation the student will receive two certificates: one for the University of Latvia degree programme and one for the equivalent University of Lincoln programme. The award transcript will be designed to make clear that the qualification had be gained through a dual award mechanism.

Students have the opportunity to start their carrier during the studies. The study programme includes a compulsory internship in the industry, which already starts in the 2nd year of studying, so all graduates of the bachelor's programme already have actual work experience. Graduates can fully integrate into the international scope of IT specialists. After graduation, they receive promotions and work on complex international projects. After graduation, students can continue their studies at the Master’s level.  

Secondary education

Admission requirements for Latvian students

General rules (here)

Competition criteria for persons with an obtained secondary education on year 2004 and onwards:

CE in Maths
CE in English
CE in Latvian
The average score of the CE, calculated of the person's CEs passed in all subjects

Competition criteria for persons with an obtained secondary education up to year 2004 (not included) as well as persons who have obtained their secondary education abroad and persons who are exempt from taking the CE:
   
final grade in Maths (or the average grade of Algebra and Geometry)
final grade in English
Average grade in certain subjects
 

Special conditions:
1) grade in mathematics (the grade must be no lower than 6 (in a 10 point grading system).
2) all grades must be passing (at least 4 in a 10 point grading system).
3) the average grade in all subjects must be no lower than 7 (in a 10 point grading system).
4) English language proficiency is required - CE in English at least at level B2 (as well as the optimal level CE must have at least 65 percent in each part, the highest level CE must have at least 50 percent in each part), or demonstrated by the following international English language tests (except in cases where secondary education was obtained in a country where English is the official language):
- IELTS Academic minimum score of 6 overall and minimum score of 5.5 in each section​​​​​​​​​;
- TOEFL IBT minimum score of 79 overall and at least 18 points in the reading section, 17 points in the listening section, 20 points in the speaking section and 20 points in the writing section;
- PTE Academic at least 65 points overall and at least 59 points in each of the sections;
- LanguageCert International at least level B2 and at least 33 points in each section.

Admission requirements for international students:

1. General secondary high school diploma;
2. Special conditions:
1) grade in mathematics (the grade must be no lower than 6 (in a 10 point grading system).
2) all grades must be passing (at least 4 in a 10 point grading system).
3) the average grade in all subjects must be no lower than 7 (in a 10 point grading system).
4) English language proficiency is required, as demonstrated by the following international English language tests (except in cases where secondary education was obtained in a country where English is the official language):
- IELTS Academic minimum score of 6 overall and minimum score of 5.5 in each section​​​​​​​​​;
- TOEFL IBT minimum score of 79 overall and at least 18 points in the reading section, 17 points in the listening section, 20 points in the speaking section and 20 points in the writing section;
- PTE Academic at least 65 points overall and at least 59 points in each of the sections;
- LanguageCert International at least level B2 and at least 33 points in each section.

ERASMUS + study mobility 
ERASMUS + traineeship moblity  

Additional information and study plan

For more information regarding study programmes in English: studiesdf@lu.lv
For more information regarding ERASMUS: erasmusdf@lu.lv