Course overview
Start-up Management (Professional Bachelor's) is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in business & management at ventspils-university-of-applied-sciences in Ventspils, Latvia. It takes 4 years, with intakes in September only (deadline for visa-required applicants 30 April, or 30 March for countries flagged for extra checks).
ventspils-university-of-applied-sciences is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | ventspils-university-of-applied-sciences (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Ventspils, Latvia |
| Course | Start-up Management (Professional Bachelor's) |
| Level | Bachelor's (undergraduate) |
| Subject area | Business & Management |
| Duration | 4 years |
| Tuition per year | €5,000 (≈ ₹5.3 lakh) |
| Intakes | September only (deadline for visa-required applicants 30 April, or 30 March for countries flagged for extra checks) |
| English requirement | IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 72 (paper 543) or LanguageCert B2 Communicator; waived with an official letter confirming English-medium study |
Interested in Start-up Management (Professional Bachelor's)?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is €5,000 a year, about ₹5.3 lakh. Over 4 years that is roughly €20,000 (≈ ₹21.2 lakh) before any yearly increase.
2027/28 non-EU fee for the first year (EU fee €3,150); fees rise by 3% each following year
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Bed in a double roomSeptember to June; 12% more in July and August | €72per month | ≈ ₹7,632 |
| Bed in a triple roomLimited availability | €56per month | ≈ ₹5,936 |
| Security depositSix months' rent for a double-room bed | €432one-off | ≈ ₹45,792 |
| Fridge rentalOptional | €6per month | ≈ ₹657 |
Living costs for Latvia as a whole: €9,400–15,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsEligibility
General entry requirements at ventspils-university-of-applied-sciences for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Class 12 certificate with an average of at least 60%, and passing grades in maths and English.
- An online interview and/or entrance test for the chosen programme.
- CV and motivation letter.
- English: IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 72 or LanguageCert B2, or an official letter that your schooling was in English.
- Application fee €150. After assessment you are invoiced for first-year tuition plus a €500 security deposit.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 72 (paper 543) or LanguageCert B2 Communicator; waived with an official letter confirming English-medium study.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 5.5 |
| TOEFL | iBT 72 or paper-based 543 |
| LanguageCert ESOL | B2 Communicator, at least 25 |
| Waiver | If your secondary or higher education was in English, with an official letter from the school or university |
Intakes
This course starts in: September only (deadline for visa-required applicants 30 April, or 30 March for countries flagged for extra checks).
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in LatviaHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Latvia, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Online application at apply.venta.lv
- Class 12 or bachelor's certificates (originals or certified copies) with notarised English translations if needed
- CV and motivation letter
- Passport copy marked "Submitted for use by Ventspils University of Applied Sciences" with date and time
- English certificate (issued in the last five years) or medium-of-instruction letter
- Notarised name-change document if names differ across documents
Scholarships
Ventspils City Council scholarship
Computer science or electronics students
Value: €250 a month for 10 months
Up to ten awards a year for excellence in ICT. Nationality rules are not stated, so confirm that international students can apply.
Official pageProfessor Andris Klauss scholarship
Enrolled students
Value: Up to €3,000 per study year (the page also mentions €1,500)
Good academic standing and activity in study, research or public work; apply by 30 November.
Official pageCompany scholarships (Bucher Municipal, HansaMatrix Ventspils)
Business and electronics students after the first year
Value: €150 a month
Limited places; set application windows in September and October.
Official page
About ventspils-university-of-applied-sciences
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences (VUAS, also known as Venta) is a small public university of applied sciences in Ventspils, Latvia. It has about 900 students, three faculties and 14 study programmes, and has been accredited since at least December 1999.
VUAS is best known for information technology and for space research: it runs the Ventspils International Radio Astronomy Centre (VIRAC) at Irbene and gained scientific institution status in 2013. It works closely with Ventspils City Council and local companies, which help fund and shape programmes and offer apprenticeships, and it is part of the COLOURS European University Alliance.
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FAQs
What is the fee for Start-up Management (Professional Bachelor's) at ventspils-university-of-applied-sciences?
The tuition for international students is €5,000 a year (about ₹5.3 lakh). 2027/28 non-EU fee for the first year (EU fee €3,150); fees rise by 3% each following year. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Start-up Management (Professional Bachelor's)?
The course takes 4 years.
What English score do I need?
IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 72 (paper 543) or LanguageCert B2 Communicator; waived with an official letter confirming English-medium study. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September only (deadline for visa-required applicants 30 April, or 30 March for countries flagged for extra checks). Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
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