| University of Liepāja | |
| Native Name: | Liepājas Universitāte |
| Image Upright: | 0.7 |
| Established: | 1954 |
| Type: | Public |
| Rector: | Dace Markus[1] |
| Administrative Staff: | 203 |
| Students: | 1516 (2014) |
| Faculty: | 25 |
| City: | Liepāja |
| Country: | Latvia |
| Address: | 14 Lielā Street |
| Campus: | Urban |
| Former Names: | Liepāja Pedagogical Institute |
| Website: | liepu.lv |
University of Liepāja (Latvian: Liepājas Universitāte) is a university in Liepāja, Latvia. The University of Liepāja attained university status on June 12, 2008, following the adoption of the law "On the Constitution of the University of Liepāja" by the Saeima. It holds the distinction of being the newest university in Latvia and the sole university in Kurzeme region. Prior to its university designation, it operated under the name Liepaja Pedagogical Academy, having been known as Liepaja Pedagogical Institute from its founding in 1954 until 1993
Liepaja University, founded in 1954, is an accredited state higher educational establishment, which implements study programmes at all three study levels: basic studies, Master and Doctorate studies. The number of students is around 2000 divided over around 30 study directions. Liepaja University offers eleven full degree study programs taught in English:
Liepaja University is one of the oldest higher educational establishments in the Kurzeme region.
The University consists of four faculties:[13]
On March 1, Liepaja University (LiepU) is set to integrate into Rīga Technical University (RTU), as stipulated in the collaboration agreement endorsed by the Ministry of Education and Science (IZM), Liepāja City Council, LiepU, and RTU on January 29.[14]
Following integration into RTU, Liepāja University will maintain its autonomy. However, the consolidation aims to enhance competitiveness and efficiency while expediting the growth of the university's scientific capabilities. An allocation of EUR 10.8 million is earmarked for the consolidation of the higher education institution, focusing on improving study programs, fostering research, developing new programs, and digitizing the study process.[15]