Master's in Computer Systems

Riga Technical University is a leading university in the Baltic states and is known for its strong research and teaching programs. The university has over 100 research laboratories and centers, and its research has been funded by the European Union, the Latvian government, and private companies. RTU is also a popular choice for international students. It offers a number of scholarships and financial aid programs to help students from other countries study at the university.

Academic Master study programme “Computer Systems” is 2 years long and provides students with advanced knowledge in computer science with focus on modeling and development of computer systems, software engineering and systems theory and analysis. Laboratories, practical and individual works allow acquiring practical skills for development of the whole spectrum of computer systems, in particular information, database, intelligent and software systems. The important part of the study programme is scientific workshops where students supervised by professors acquire research and result presentation skills. There are 3 concentration areas: 1) computer systems design; 2) applied computer systems software; 3) applied computer science. The aim of the study programme is to prepare specialists with deep knowledge in computer science, software engineering, computer systems development theory, database technologies, programming languages, software development environments and artificial intelligence, as well as with ability to participate in software development project, fulfilling different (including manager) roles and complying with IT industry standards and professional ethics. To prepare students so that after graduation they could start working in the university, scientific research organizations, as well as continue studies at Doctoral study programme.