On 31 August, the new 2020/2021 academic year will commence in the yard of Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU) and in the adjacent Inspiration Park. At this event, all first-year students will be welcomed, and participants will be able to enjoy musical performances by ImantaDimanta and Rīgas Saksofonu Kvartets.

We invite you to capture your first day as an RSU student by taking a photo in photo corner in the RSU canteen!

Information about freshmen meeting with faculty management will be sent electronically.

Each year, prospective students show great interest in the medicine and healthcare programmes that Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU) offers. However, this year there is a significant increase in the number of applications for the social sciences programmes. Last year RSU received 2,532 applications, while this year it received 3,186 – a 25% increase.

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Each year, prospective students show great interest in the medicine and healthcare programmes that Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU) offers. However, this year there is a significant increase in the number of applications for the social sciences programmes. Last year RSU received 2,532 applications, while this year it received 3,186 – a 25% increase.

On 17 August, RSU Rector Prof. Aigars Pētersons issued an order for the implementation of precautionary measures to limit the spread of COVID-19 at the university. The procedure applies to RSU staff and visitors, including students.

Procedures for the implementation of precautions to contain the spread of COVID-19 at Rīga Stradiņš University