About the university
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences (VUAS, also known as Venta) is a small public university of applied sciences in Ventspils, Latvia. It has about 900 students, three faculties and 14 study programmes, and has been accredited since at least December 1999.
VUAS is best known for information technology and for space research: it runs the Ventspils International Radio Astronomy Centre (VIRAC) at Irbene and gained scientific institution status in 2013. It works closely with Ventspils City Council and local companies, which help fund and shape programmes and offer apprenticeships, and it is part of the COLOURS European University Alliance.
For Indian students the main options are English-taught bachelor's and master's degrees in Computer Science, Business Administration and Start-up Management. Fees are low, at €3,000 a year for the Computer Science bachelor's and €4,490 for the master's in 2027/28, and Ventspils City Council funds ICT scholarships of €250 a month.
The campus is at Inženieru 101 in Ventspils, with teaching buildings and a student dormitory on site.
- Type
- Public university of applied sciences, with a constitution approved by Latvia's parliament
- Students
- About 900
- Faculties
- 3: Information Technologies; Economics and Management; Translation Studies
- Programmes
- 14 bachelor's, master's and doctoral programmes; 5 bachelor's and master's in English
- Research
- Scientific institution status since 2013; runs the Ventspils International Radio Astronomy Centre (VIRAC) at Irbene
- Intake
- September only
- Fees (non-EU)
- €3,000–€5,000 a year for English-taught bachelor's and master's (2027/28)
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- €3,000
- Duration
- 3 years
- Intakes
- September only (deadline for visa-required applicants 30 April, or 30 March for countries flagged for extra checks)
- English
- IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 72 (paper 543) or LanguageCert B2 Communicator; waived with an official letter confirming English-medium study
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €4,490
- Duration
- 2 years
- Intakes
- September only (deadline for visa-required applicants 30 April, or 30 March for countries flagged for extra checks)
- English
- IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 72 (paper 543) or LanguageCert B2 Communicator; waived with an official letter confirming English-medium study
- Undergraduate
Business Administration (Academic Bachelor's)
- Fee / year
- €3,500
- Duration
- 3 years
- Intakes
- September only (deadline for visa-required applicants 30 April, or 30 March for countries flagged for extra checks)
- English
- IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 72 (paper 543) or LanguageCert B2 Communicator; waived with an official letter confirming English-medium study
- Undergraduate
Start-up Management (Professional Bachelor's)
- Fee / year
- €5,000
- Duration
- 4 years
- Intakes
- September only (deadline for visa-required applicants 30 April, or 30 March for countries flagged for extra checks)
- English
- IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 72 (paper 543) or LanguageCert B2 Communicator; waived with an official letter confirming English-medium study
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (EUR) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science (Bachelor's) | 3 years | €3,000 | ≈ ₹3.2 lakh |
| Computer Science (Master's) | 2 years | €4,490 | ≈ ₹4.8 lakh |
| Business Administration (Academic Bachelor's) | 3 years | €3,500 | ≈ ₹3.7 lakh |
| Start-up Management (Professional Bachelor's) | 4 years | €5,000 | ≈ ₹5.3 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Ventspils University of Applied Sciences with similar universities in Latvia.
Scholarships
- Computer science or electronics students
Ventspils City Council scholarship
Value: €250 a month for 10 months
Eligibility: Up to ten awards a year for excellence in ICT. Nationality rules are not stated, so confirm that international students can apply.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Enrolled students
Professor Andris Klauss scholarship
Value: Up to €3,000 per study year (the page also mentions €1,500)
Eligibility: Good academic standing and activity in study, research or public work; apply by 30 November.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Business and electronics students after the first year
Company scholarships (Bucher Municipal, HansaMatrix Ventspils)
Value: €150 a month
Eligibility: Limited places; set application windows in September and October.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Class 12 certificate with an average of at least 60%, and passing grades in maths and English.
- An online interview and/or entrance test for the chosen programme.
- CV and motivation letter.
- English: IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 72 or LanguageCert B2, or an official letter that your schooling was in English.
- Application fee €150. After assessment you are invoiced for first-year tuition plus a €500 security deposit.
Postgraduate
- A bachelor's degree with an average of at least 60%.
- An online interview and/or entrance test, CV and motivation letter.
- English at B2 level (IELTS 5.5 or equivalent), or proof of English-medium study.
- Recognition of foreign qualifications takes about six weeks, so apply well before the April deadline.
Documents
- Online application at apply.venta.lv
- Class 12 or bachelor's certificates (originals or certified copies) with notarised English translations if needed
- CV and motivation letter
- Passport copy marked "Submitted for use by Ventspils University of Applied Sciences" with date and time
- English certificate (issued in the last five years) or medium-of-instruction letter
- Notarised name-change document if names differ across documents
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 5.5 |
| TOEFL | iBT 72 or paper-based 543 |
| LanguageCert ESOL | B2 Communicator, at least 25 |
| Waiver | If your secondary or higher education was in English, with an official letter from the school or university |
Accommodation and living costs
VUAS has a student dormitory in the same building as the university at Inženieru 101. International students who ask for a bed in the application form are booked into a double room automatically. Rooms are furnished, with Wi-Fi and shared kitchens; bed linen, dishes and a fridge are not included. First-year international students pay a deposit of six months' rent on arrival.
| Item | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Bed in a double roomSeptember to June; 12% more in July and August | €72per month | ≈ ₹7,632 |
| Bed in a triple roomLimited availability | €56per month | ≈ ₹5,936 |
| Security depositSix months' rent for a double-room bed | €432one-off | ≈ ₹45,792 |
| Fridge rentalOptional | €6per month | ≈ ₹657 |
Campus and location
VUAS has a compact campus at Inženieru 101, Ventspils, with teaching buildings A, B and D and a student dormitory.
- Faculties of Information Technologies, Economics and Management, and Translation Studies.
- Ventspils International Radio Astronomy Centre (VIRAC) at Irbene.
- Doctoral School and scientific institution status since 2013.
- Partner in the COLOURS European University Alliance and Erasmus+.
- Close links with Ventspils City Council and local companies for funding and apprenticeships.
Careers and graduate outcomes
VUAS works with local companies, which co-develop programmes, fund scholarships and offer apprenticeships, especially in IT and electronics. It does not publish graduate employment figures. For work rights during and after study, see our Latvia guide.
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FAQs
How much are the fees at Ventspils University of Applied Sciences?
For 2027/28, Computer Science costs €3,000 a year (bachelor's) and €4,490 a year (master's), Business Administration €3,500 and Start-up Management €5,000 a year for non-EU students. Fees rise by 3% each year after the first.
What IELTS score do I need?
IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 72 or LanguageCert B2. If your previous education was in English, an official letter from your school or college can replace the test.
When is the deadline for Indian students?
There is only a September intake. Visa-required applicants must apply by 30 April, or by 30 March if their country is on Latvia's list for additional assessment. Check with the International Office which applies to India.
Are there any extra payments?
Yes: a €150 application fee and, for non-EU students, a €500 security deposit invoiced with the first-year tuition.
Sources
- Ventspils University of Applied Sciences: home page (opens in a new tab)
- Ventspils University of Applied Sciences: about VUAS (opens in a new tab)
- Ventspils University of Applied Sciences: tuition fees for English-taught programmes (opens in a new tab)
- Ventspils University of Applied Sciences: applications for international degree students (opens in a new tab)
- Ventspils University of Applied Sciences: scholarships and reduced fees (opens in a new tab)
- Ventspils University of Applied Sciences: dormitory (opens in a new tab)
Official website: en.venta.lv (opens in a new tab)
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