History
The history of Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU) dates back to 1 September 1950. On that day in Riga, at 12 Z. A. Meierovica bulvāris (at that time named Padomju bulvāris), in the building that was donated by the pre-war patron Kristaps Morbergs for educational purposes, the forerunner of the RSU – Rīga Medical Institute (RMI) opened its doors for the first time.
Education
- 68 study programmes
- 11 programmes in English
- 35 study bases
Undergraduate Programmes:
- Medicine
- Dentistry
- Pharmacy
- Nursing
- Physiotherapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Health Management
- Public Health
- Social Work with Children and Youth
- International Governance and Diplomacy
Research
Riga Stradinš University (RSU) is a leading academic research institution in the fields of medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, rehabilitation and nursing sciences in the Republic of Latvia. RSU also carries out significant research in various fields of the social sciences, humanities and law, as well as technical sciences in relation to application in medicine.
Main fields of research
- Oncology
- Occupational and environmental health
- Infectious diseases and immunology
Career
Career Center
We offer individual and group career counseling to students, graduates and employees as well as opportunities to cooperate with employers.Short Courses
University Ranking
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2024
901 -100
2023
801
2022
801
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2024
1501 -900
2023
601 -100
2022
501
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Student services
The RSU SU is the Rīga Stradiņš University Student Union - an organisation whose objective is to represent the interests of the university students in academic, material and cultural life.
Housing services
RSU Student Hostel Dzirciems
- Located right next to the RSU main building
- Different room options
- Study and recreation facilities
- Lockable bicycle storage
- On-site laundry facilities
RSU Student Hostel Āgenskalns
- Located 10 minute's drive from the RSU main building
- Different room options
- Lockable bicycle storage
- On-site laundry facilities
- Rehearsal Hall for dance, exercise and other activities
Library services
The RSU Library is an Official State Level Library working in the unified library information system, following the best practices of European university libraries in the organization of work, with collection of high quality information resources, professional staff, a well-organized work environment and contemporary world-class technologies.
ICT services
IT Service Centre at RSU
Medical services
RSU Health Centre (Ambulance) is located on the ground floor of the RSU main building. Here you can receive treatment in case of illness or injury, see a GP, physiotherapist or podologist, receive various types of vaccinations (including those prior to the clinical study years), as well as find a doctor for infectious and sexual health issues.
Campus life
- The new RSU student accommodation houses students right next to the RSU main building. The location of the housing facilities makes it possible for students to roll out of bed and be ready for class in a couple of minutes without the need to think of the shortest transport route to get there. The new three-story hostel comprises 135 rooms, four of which are adjusted to the needs of people with disabilities.
- The Student Hostel is located about 5 min. walk away from Pauls Stradiņš Clinical University Hospital.
- The Student Hostel has over 200 rooms with beds for approximately 600 people.
Student clubs
The International Students' Association (ISA) is a non-profit student voluntary organisation for students by students. It is designed to help promote integration and a school spirit among International students as well as Latvian students of Riga Stradinš University. We also aim to provide opportunities for students to apply and develop their talents, skills, and interests.
The universities, including the Rīga Stradiņš University, are nationally accredited by the Ministry of Education and Science, with the presence of international experts. The degrees of the RSU are officially being accredited every six years.