Programmes
LL.B.

Law and Diplomacy

Degree awarded
Bachelor of Social Science in Law (LL.B.)
Programme duration
3 years
Study language
English
Credits
183 ECTS
Study form
Full time
Tuition fee
4100 EUR per year
Accredited until
16 June 2027

Programme details

Programme structure

The programmes comprise 183 ECTS credit points. They  are based on courses in both mandatory and elective fields. Students will be following up to three courses at the same time.

Each course lasts six weeks with 3-5 class hours per week, plus research work on assignments and preparation for classes. 

Each course concludes with an exam, while the programme concludes with a thesis. 

The overall duration of each programme is three years.

 

Courses

List of programme courses in the academic year 2024/2025 

Course materials are freely available as compendia on the RGSL intranet. Reading assignments mainly refer to materials in the compendia, articles in electronic format on the RGSL library portal, and books and other printed material available in the RGSL library.


 

Admission criteria

Criteria determined for admission to RGSL Bachelor degree programmes:

Proficiency in English confirming at least level B2 or higher in accordance with the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR):
-    IELTS Academic Test (not older than 2 years) - the required score is at least 5.5;
-    TOEFL (not older than 2 years) - the required score is at least 550 points (for a computer test - 213; Internet-based test - 80);
-    The results of the centralised English language examination (for reflective students from Latvia), which corresponds to at least the B2 level; 
-    Applicants who have acquired previous education in English or are native English speakers are exempted from taking Proficiency tests in English (unless it conflicts with the conditions for obtaining a temporary residence permit in Latvia).

Centralised examination results of the secondary general education from applicants from Latvia in Mathematics, Latvian and English.

The average grade in the diploma supplement corresponds to the ECTS level of C or higher (at least 7 points).

The results of the interview (if applicable).

Admission rules for bachelor programmes are available here:

Faculty

Law and Diplomacy programme is implemented by international faculty that comes to Riga to teach selected courses and local faculty. Lecturers represents both academic excellence and extensive practical experience, offering an education that is highly relevant for career development.

The core of the Law and Diplomacy programme:

Ilze Rūse, Professor in International relations, Director of International Organizations and Human Rights Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Latvia, former Latvia’s Ambassador to the Netherlands, Belgium and Luxemburg; PhD in Political Science from Salzburg University; teaches EU Policy and Diplomacy.  
 

Key dates

Bachelor programmes Open House30 November 2024 at 11.00
Early Admission deadline14 April 2025
Admission deadline21 July 2025

Hear from our students

Marta Cera
Latvia

Most RGSL alumni, including me, like to say that RGSL teaches you a certain “way of thinking” rather than just basic academic knowledge. By using intellectually stimulating and practical approaches, this broad and open minded “way of thinking” has been the key quality RGSL has given me as a young professional.

Seema Murtuza
Bangladesh

"What made RGSL stand out was its interdisciplinarity. I will forever be indebted to RGSL for the opportunities, experience and friendships it has enabled. RGSL is more than a school, it is a community, a family of students, academics and lecturers alike who are open and willing to go one step beyond what is required; and it is that one extra step that makes RGSL a RGSL.
 

Viola Karjalainen
Finland

“I first came across with RGSL when I was searching for a law school that provides bachelor programs in English. I then noticed that the university will be presented at the student fair “Studia” in Helsinki, and after talking with the representatives there I decided to apply. I am extremely happy with my choice; the past three years in RGSL have been truly amazing.

If you have any questions do not hesitate to contact the Head of the the Study department. 
Katrīna Daugule
Head of the Study Department
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