Study Medicine in Riga

Rīga Stradiņš University · Latvia

Medicine and Dentistry taught in English in the Latvian capital.

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Overview

At a glance

The key facts about this university at a glance.

Programmes

Medicine, Dentistry, Pre-Med

Tuition fees

Medicine 6,750 EUR per semester, Dentistry 7,750 EUR per semester

Duration

6 years (Dentistry 5 years)

Language of instruction

English

Admission process

Entrance exam in biology and chemistry, no grade cut-off

Intake

Autumn and spring semester

Recognition

Automatically recognised across the EU

Living costs

approx. 650 to 850 EUR per month

Total students

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6 years (Dentistry 5 years)

Climate

Climate in Varna

In Varna, daytime highs reach 20°C and above from May to September. It gets warmest in August, averaging 28°C.

Placement without a grade cut-off — we place you regardless of your school-leaving grades. We go through the specific requirements together.

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Location

Where this university is

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56.9496, 24.1052
Why here

Why study medicine here?

Die Rīga Stradiņš University geht auf die 1919 eingerichtete medizinische Fakultät zurück, wurde 1950 als eigenständiges Institut geführt und trägt seit 2002 ihren heutigen Namen. Der Schwerpunkt liegt auf Gesundheitsberufen; die Hochschule gliedert sich in acht Fakultäten. Humanmedizin und Zahnmedizin werden als englischsprachige Programme angeboten, die Studierenden stammen aus mehr als 60 Ländern.

  • Programmes: Medicine, Dentistry, Pre-Med
  • Language of instruction: English
  • Standard duration: 6 years (Dentistry 5 years)
  • Start of studies: Autumn and spring semester
  • Requirement: General higher-education entrance qualification. Check in a free study consultation whether you meet the requirements for placement at this university through Medschool Experts.
Programmes

Programmes and languages of instruction

Structure, duration, language of instruction and degree — for every programme at this university.

  • Medicine: The Medicine programme leads to a medical degree. The pre-clinical phase establishes the scientific foundations; the clinical phase adds patient-facing work.
  • Dentistry: Dentistry is practical from the outset: phantom courses in the pre-clinical phase, then supervised patient treatment.
  • Pre-Med: Programme taught in English at Rīga Stradiņš University.
Campus

Study conditions and campus life

Die Humanmedizin ist auf sechs Jahre angelegt, die Zahnmedizin auf fünf. Die ersten beiden Jahre bilden den vorklinischen Abschnitt mit Anatomie, Physiologie, Biochemie, Histologie und Embryologie. Ab dem dritten Jahr verlagert sich der Unterricht in die Klinik: Innere Medizin, Chirurgie, Pädiatrie, Gynäkologie, Neurologie und Psychiatrie werden von Praktika an den Lehrkliniken begleitet. Das letzte Studienjahr ist rein praktisch ausgerichtet und entspricht im Aufbau dem deutschen Praktischen Jahr.

Admission

Admission and entrance exam

The basic requirement for placement at this location is a general higher-education entrance qualification. When placed through Medschool Experts, there is no separate entrance test. Get in touch to find out whether we can place you at this university, and book a free study consultation.

NC-freie Medizinstudienplätze im In- und Ausland

Persönlich begleitet von Zahnarzt Marcel Kloos, vom ersten Gespräch bis zum Berufseinstieg.
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  • Betreuung bei Studienstart, Vorbereitung & Wohnungssuche
  • Unterstützung beim Wechsel nach Deutschland
  • Begleitung bis zum Berufseinstieg in DE oder CH
Preparation

Preparing properly with Medschool Experts

We handle the complete application, including all formalities, and submit it on time. We guide you through the study visa, enrolment, and administrative requirements on the ground. Because Latvia is an EU member state, recognition of your degree within the EU is generally straightforward — we advise you on the requirements for your specific target country. We remain your point of contact after your studies begin.

Costs

Tuition fees and living costs

The tuition fee is Medicine 6,750 EUR per semester, Dentistry 7,750 EUR per semester. Before making any decision, ask the International Office to confirm the amount in writing, specifying whether accommodation, insurance, and registration fees are included.

Additional one-off costs include the application fee, visa, health insurance, travel, and usually a deposit for accommodation. Budget approx. 650 to 850 EUR per month for living costs.

Recognition

Recognition and career prospects

Lettland ist Mitglied der Europäischen Union, und damit greift für die Abschlüsse der Rīga Stradiņš University in Riga die Berufsanerkennungsrichtlinie 2005/36/EG. Der sechsjährige Abschluss in Humanmedizin wie auch der fünfjährige in Zahnmedizin werden in Deutschland automatisch anerkannt. Eine Gleichwertigkeitsprüfung oder eine Kenntnisprüfung musst du nicht ablegen.

Die ärztliche oder zahnärztliche Approbation beantragst du bei der Approbationsbehörde des Bundeslandes, in dem du arbeiten willst. Verlangt wird dort ein Nachweis deutscher Sprachkenntnisse auf Fachsprachniveau. Wie lange die Prüfung des Antrags dauert, ist von Bundesland zu Bundesland verschieden. In Österreich führt der Weg über die Österreichische Ärztekammer, in der Schweiz über die MEBEKO, jeweils nach derselben EU- beziehungsweise EFTA-Regel.

Danach steht dir die Facharzt- oder die zahnärztliche Weiterbildung an Kliniken und Praxen mit Weiterbildungsbefugnis offen, gleichgestellt mit Absolventen deutscher Fakultäten. Da in Riga auf Englisch unterrichtet wird und die Jahrgänge Studierende aus mehr als 60 Ländern zusammenbringen, bleibt neben Deutschland auch der Schritt in andere EU-Staaten oder zurück ins Baltikum eine reale Option.

Alumni now practising internationally

Former students of this university who, according to publicly available sources, now work as doctors or dentists internationally. Anonymised overview — not an indication of any cooperation with Medschool Experts.

We are not currently aware of any publicly known alumni from this university practising as doctors or dentists internationally.
On the ground

The city as a place to study

Riga is located in Latvia. Living costs of approx. 650 to 850 EUR per month are well below Western European levels. We go through the specifics of accommodation, daily life alongside a demanding medical programme, and what it actually costs in a consultation — we prefer to give you reliable figures rather than advertising promises.

  • City: Riga
  • Country: Latvia
  • Living costs: approx. 650 to 850 EUR per month
  • Entry: Student visa required

About the author

Profilbild Marcel Kloos

Marcel Kloos

Federally recognised dentist, founder and owner of Medschool Experts

Marcel Kloos founded the company while still studying abroad himself; since then more than 500 study places have been arranged. Originally from Stuttgart, he studied dentistry in Sofia from 2015 to 2021 and is a federally recognised dentist.

He now lives in Bern and runs the company full-time as its owner. He visits the partner universities in person on a regular basis.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about this university

What are the entry requirements for Rīga Stradiņš University in Riga?

You need a general higher-education entrance qualification (A-levels or equivalent). There is no numerus clausus, so your school-leaving grade does not determine your place. You will also need a sufficient command of English and a student visa.

How do I apply through Medschool Experts?

Medschool Experts handles placement at this location without a grade-based admission cap. Whether we can place you with your profile is something we clarify in a free, no-obligation consultation — where we also discuss which university is the best fit for you.

What does it cost to study at Rīga Stradiņš University?

The tuition fee is Medicine 6,750 EUR per semester, Dentistry 7,750 EUR per semester. Additional costs include the application fee, visa, health insurance, travel, and accommodation. Always ask the International Office to confirm every figure in writing — figures quoted by third-party portals can vary significantly.

How much money do I need per month in Riga?

Budget approx. 650 to 850 EUR per month for living costs. This is well below Western European levels. The exact amount depends mainly on whether you live in student accommodation or privately.

How is the programme structured and how long does it take?

The programme lasts 6 years (Dentistry 5 years). First comes the pre-clinical phase with the theoretical foundations, then the clinical phase with examination courses and placements at affiliated hospitals. The final year is primarily practical in focus.

Is the degree recognised in the EU?

As Latvia is an EU member state, medical degrees are automatically recognised across the EU under the Professional Qualifications Directive, provided graduation requirements are met. For non-EU countries you wish to practise in, confirm requirements separately.

Will I receive a transcript of records?

Yes. Your performance is recorded in a transcript showing subjects, examinations, and grades. This is exactly the document the authorities need later for the equivalence assessment. Keep all semester certificates and grade reports safely — they are difficult to obtain retrospectively.

Can I transfer to a university in my home country during my studies?

There is no automatic transfer route. A transfer to a domestic faculty involves an individual credit-recognition process and depends on available places in higher semesters. Plan your studies as a complete path to graduation.

How does Medschool Experts support you on the ground?

We organise the application and all documents, support you through enrolment, accommodation, and administrative requirements, and remain your contact after your studies begin. We also tell you upfront where the weaknesses of this particular location lie.

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