Agriculture degrees cover various aspects of farming, food production, and natural resource management.

You'll gain valuable knowledge about the many types of crops and their cultivation practices, from plant breeding and pest management to crop rotation techniques. Your journey will also lead you through the realm of animal nutrition, health, and welfare, as well as efficient livestock management operations.

You'll also explore the fascinating world of soil science, learning about soil classification, fertility, and erosion control methods. And as the future of agriculture relies heavily on cutting-edge technology, you'll be introduced to precision agriculture, biotechnology, and other innovative farming practices.

Whether you're passionate about managing a farm, offering expert agricultural consultancy, conducting groundbreaking research and development, or educating the next generation of agricultural enthusiasts, there's a fulfilling career path for you.

Latvia has both fee-paying and state-financed higher education. The country has two kinds of higher education courses. These include the academic and professional programs. There are three levels of academic higher education – bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral studies. The climate in the country favors various winter sports and recreation activities such as ice skating, skiing and ice hockey. International students prefer studying in Latvia due to its social life, arts and cultural institutions. The country’s culture is easy to adopt to.

Requirements for the PhD program often involve the student having already obtained a Master’s degree. Additionally, a thesis or dissertation primarily consisting of original academic research must be submitted. In some countries, this work may even need to be defended in front of a panel.