Who says you have to choose just one?

Choose your path. Shape the future.

Tomorrow’s innovations aren’t built by specialists who stay in one lane. They’re created by people who combine scientific expertise, digital technologies, and leadership.

The new Bachelor’s programme in Materials Engineering at Riga Technical University, developed in collaboration between Riga Business School and RTU Faculty of Natural Sciences and Technology, prepares exactly these professionals. Study materials science together with artificial intelligence, programming, entrepreneurship, and technology management to create the next generation of sustainable materials, breakthrough technologies, and global innovations.

Science gives you the knowledge.

Technology gives you the tools.

Leadership gives you the ability to create impact.

Duration of the program:

3 years of full time studies

Program language:

Latvian & English

Degree:

Bachelor of Engineering in Materials Engineering

State-Funded Study Places:

30

Why Study Materials Engineering?

The world needs engineers who understand more than materials.

From biomaterials and clean energy to medical technologies and advanced manufacturing, today’s breakthroughs are powered by data, artificial intelligence, and innovation.

This programme combines:

  • Materials Science
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Programming & Data Analytics
  • Innovation & Entrepreneurship
  • Technology Leadership

You’ll graduate with the skills to transform scientific discoveries into real-world solutions.

Build your future around your ambitions

Starting from a strong scientific foundation, you can specialise in one of two directions.

No matter which direction you choose, you’ll work on real industry challenges alongside researchers and companies.

Advanced Materials

Discover and develop the materials that will shape tomorrow.

Focus areas include:

  • Biomaterials
  • Sustainable Materials
  • Circular Economy
  • Advanced Manufacturing
  • Materials Characterisation

Digital Technologies for Materials Innovation

Learn how digital technologies accelerate scientific discovery through:

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Data Analytics
  • Programming
  • Technology Management
  • Digital Transformation
  • Project Management

From the laboratory to the marketplace

Theory is only the beginning. Throughout your studies you will:

  • Work in modern research laboratories

  • Participate in real research projects

  • Collaborate with industry partners

  • Develop innovative products and technologies

  • Build practical skills from your first year

International opportunities

Expand your experience beyond Latvia. Students have the opportunity to study internships at international universities, research centres, and companies, building valuable global experience and professional networks.

Program

YEAR 1

Introduction to Materials Science
Physics
Biological Reactors
College Calculus II
Statistics
Methods for Materials Analysis
Sustainable Technologies and Processes
First Year Seminar
Optional Courses

YEAR 2

General Chemistry
Introductory Biotechnology and Protein Biology
Introduction to Computer Science I
Design and Manufacturing
Structure and Properties of Materials
Environment and Climate Roadmap
Advanced Topics in Materials Engineering
Writing for Intercultural Communication

YEAR 3

Materials Chemistry
Civil Protection
Project Management
Software Engineering
Ethical Use of AI and Data in Business
Business Development Lab
Programming in Business
Sustainable Polymer Materials
Basics of Biomaterials
Biomaterials Engineering

* The schedule is tentative. Riga Business School reserves the right to change the program structure, faculty resources and the course descriptions.
Students also can enroll in various elective courses.

YEAR 1

YEAR 2

YEAR 3

Introduction to Materials Science
General Chemistry
Materials Chemistry
Physics
Introductory Biotechnology and Protein Biology
Civil Protection
Biological Reactors
Introduction to Computer Science I
Project Management
College Calculus II
Design and Manufacturing
Software Engineering
Statistics
Structure and Properties of Materials
Ethical Use of AI and Data in Business
Methods for Materials Analysis
Environment and Climate Roadmap
Business Development Lab
Sustainable Technologies and Processes
Advanced Topics in Materials Engineering
Programming in Business
First Year Seminar
Writing for Intercultural Communication
Sustainable Polymer Materials
Optional Courses
Basics of Biomaterials
Biomaterials Engineering

* The schedule is tentative. Riga Business School reserves the right to change the program structure, faculty resources and the course descriptions.
Students also can enroll in various elective courses.

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