Riga
Latvia
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Overview
Year Established
1974
Courses Offered
MBBS
Accreditation
The Medicīnas un Dzīvības Zinātņu Fakultāte (Faculty of Medicine and Life Sciences) at the University of Latvia represents a groundbreaking integration of academic disciplines. Established in 2024, this faculty merges the previously separate Faculties of Biology, Chemistry, and Medicine, along with several specialized institutes, including the Institute of Biology, Institute of Microbiology and Biotechnology, Institute of Cardiology and Regenerative Medicine, and the Institute of Clinical and Preventive Medicine.
1,100 beds (Pauls Stradiņš Clinical University Hospital)
BEDDED HOSPITAL
IN CAMPUS
19
DEPARTMENTS
DIFFERENT NATIONALITY
STUDENTS
About
This innovative approach to education and research creates a unique environment where students can explore the full spectrum of life sciences, from molecular biology to advanced medical practices. The faculty's curriculum spans a wide range of programs, covering everything from the study of living organisms to the impact of chemical substances on health and cutting-edge medical technologies.
Highlights
At its core, the faculty aims to inspire students to understand the complexities of life while fostering scientific research that pushes the boundaries of health care and life sciences. Its mission is twofold: to provide high-quality education and to prepare students for successful careers dedicated to improving public health and well-being.
The faculty offers a comprehensive selection of study programs across various levels. Bachelor's and short-cycle studies include programs such as Occupational Health and Safety, Medicine (in both Latvian and English), Biotechnology and Bioengineering, Biology, Pharmacy, Chemistry, Nursing, Radiography, and Dentistry. For those pursuing advanced degrees, the faculty provides master's programs in Biology, Work Environment Protection and Expertise, Epidemiology and Medical Statistics, Pharmacy, Chemistry, Nursing, Sports Science, and Nutrition Science. Doctoral studies are available in Natural Sciences (Chemistry and Biology), Human Factors, Occupational Safety and Health, and Medicine and Health Sciences.
The faculty's physical presence is split between two main locations in Riga: Jelgavas iela 1, which hosts biology and chemistry study programs, and Jelgavas iela 3, where medical and healthcare studies take place. This strategic layout facilitates interdisciplinary collaboration and resource sharing, enhancing the overall learning and research experience.
Through its integrated approach, the Medicīnas un Dzīvības Zinātņu Fakultāte at the University of Latvia is poised to make significant contributions to scientific knowledge and healthcare advancements, preparing the next generation of scientists, healthcare professionals, and researchers to address the complex challenges of the 21st century.
