Bachelor's programme in Physics

 

Level of study:
bachelor

 

Duration:
six (6) semesters

Form of study:
full time

Language:
Latvian

Credits:
180 ECTS

Location:
Rīga, Academic center

Degree:
Bachelor of Science in Physics

Tuition fee:
2700 EUR 

Amount of spaces:
50 state funded/
30 self funded

The Bachelor’s programme in Physics develops students’ understanding of the fundamental laws that govern the physical world and modern technologies. It fosters creativity, critical thinking, experimental skills, and the ability to apply physical and mathematical modelling. Graduates are prepared for careers in research, industry, education, and many other fields.

The knowledge and skill level gained during the programme enables students to continue their studies in a Master’s programme in Physics or a related field — including at some of the world’s leading universities — or to apply their expertise immediately in innovative companies.

Studies take place in modern lecture halls and laboratories. The learning process is student-centred and makes use of contemporary teaching methods.

The lecturers are internationally active researchers who have earned their doctoral degrees and gained professional experience at reputable universities abroad.

In the mandatory part of the programme, you will study general physics, modern physics, programming, experimental data processing, experiment management, astronomy and astrophysics, chemistry, biology. If you wish, you will be able to study electronics, nanoscience, elementary particle physics, higher mathematics, application of computer modelling and machine learning in physics, as well as history of physics. You will have a chance to apply the acquired knowledge through an internship in a company or a scientific institute, and you will conduct a study for your bachelor's thesis. You will gain international study experience by taking the opportunity to study part of the programme at partner universities in other European countries.

 

 

Students begin to work in the sphere of their specialisation from the first year of studies or within the internship courses and, at the end of their studies, all graduates have work experience in the field of physics. Bachelors of physics are employed by companies, institutes, public administration, schools and universities in Latvia and abroad, as well as form their own companies and startups. It is an interesting and dynamic work environment that provides opportunities for further development.

You can find out about the admission requirements for the study program by switching to the Latvian version of the website.

Sintija Siliņa sintija.silina@lu.lv 

PHYSICS = LU

ANALYTICAL THINKING

DATA AND MODELS

EXPERIMENTS AND DISCOVERIES

RESEARCH IN LABORATORIES

TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

WIDE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Alumni review

When I chose to study physics, I already knew I wanted to become a scientist. But after completing the Bachelor’s programme in Physics, I realised that the possibilities are much broader than I had imagined. During the programme, students don’t just learn the laws of physics and the mathematical language used to describe the Universe. They also develop logical thinking and problem-solving skills, and gain practical abilities in programming, machine learning, electronics, and various ICT tools — along with many other competencies that are valuable across different industries. Through elective courses, it is even possible to earn certificates that formally confirm specific skills. One of the most valuable things my physics degree has given me is the ability to ask questions — and to ask them well. Physics has also taught me not to be intimidated by complex challenges. After all, if I can solve complicated physics equations, why should anything else seem too difficult?

Estere Agnese Tēbergsa
BSc "Physics" alumni

Director of the programme

Asoc. prof. Jeļena Kosmača

jelena.kosmaca@lu.lv

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