Vidzeme University of Applied Sciences (ViA) was founded in 1996 and in 2001 acquired the status of a state university. In 2002, it was accredited for an indefinite period.

ViA offers high-quality and flexible study programs that successfully balance theory and practice. Programs are adapted to the current needs of society and changes in the labour market. The quality of the studies is ensured by experienced and professional teaching staff, advanced study methods, as well as by students who know what they want to achieve and how to succeed.

Vidzeme University of Applied Sciences represents Latvia in the Alliance of European Universities in project E³UDRES². Nine universities from nine different countries (Austria, Belgium, Hungary, Portugal, Romania, Germany, Netherlands, Finland, and Latvia) combine their resources in the fields of learning, research, and innovation to find solutions to the future challenges of the region. The Alliance follows the idea “From Europe – For Europe”.

ViA offers 15 study programs in the faculties of Social Sciences and Engineering –

College program

• “New Construction School”

Bachelor programmes

• Information Technologies
• Business Administration
• Communication and Public Relations
• Media Studies and Journalism
• Mechatronics
• Tourism Organization and Management

Master’s programmes

• Business Environment Administration
• Cybersecurity Engineering
• Virtual Reality and Smart Technologies
• Media and Information Literacy
• Strategic Communication and Governance
• Tourism Competitiveness Management

PhD programs

• Economics and Business
• Sociotechnical Systems Modelling

Vidzeme University of Applied Sciences is a platform for fulfilling dreams and achieving goals. Individually and collectively. It serves those who want to acquire new knowledge and skills regardless of age, and those who have a good idea, but lack the knowledge and skills to make it happen. It also supports individuals who want to realize their scientific ideas and create new products by engaging in research work at the university, and those who want to transfer their knowledge to others by lecturing or consulting.