DoctoralEnvironmental Engineering
Latvia, Jelgava
| Study location | Latvia, Jelgava |
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| Type | Doctoral, full-time |
| Nominal duration | 3 years (180 ECTS) |
| Study language | English |
| Awards | Doctoral (Doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in Environmental Engineering and Energy) |
| Accreditation | Augusts 3, 2029 |
| Tuition fee | €4,200 per year |
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| Application fee | €160 one-time Non refundable |
| Deposit | €500 one-time |
| Dormitory fee | €127 per month It requires to pay additional 100 EUR for Dormitory deposit. |
| Entry qualification | Postgraduate diploma (or higher) Master’s degree in Environmental Science or Water Management. The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English / Latvian. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university. |
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| Language requirements | English Need to submit a document that states your English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL, DET etc.). IELTS – (6.0 score) The said document is not attached if: |
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| Other requirements | A motivation letter must be added to your application. Curriculum Vitae Recommendation Letter An overview of funding sources for non EU citizens (for tuition fees, costs of living and research costs). |
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Overview
Academic profile
The aim of the doctoral study programme is to prepare highly qualified specialists for scientific research, organizational and academic work in the environmental engineering and water management. The acquired knowledge enables problem solving opportunities within the interdisciplinary environmental issues.
The following research areas are offered in the study programme:
- Soil water balance and modelling of hydrological processes;
- Assessment of agricultural run-off quality, measures for the pollution control and mitigation;
- Greenhouse gas and air pollutant emissions;
- Wastewater management;
- Rainwater management;
- Protection of cities against the flooding.
Career opportunities
Graduates of the doctoral degree studies are entitled to work in the field of environment in higher education institutions, research institutes (scientific institutions) and private organizations.