National Defence Academy of Latvia

EDUCATION FOR MILITARY CAREER AND LIFE

APPLY AND STUDY IN DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENT

We are the only academy in Latvia that:
• Prepares professional officers and studies are paid by the state
• Provides a job after graduation
• Pays monthly salary and provides social guarantees
• Develop skills together with foreign experts
• Teaches to achieve the goal, and it is not tiresome with us.

If you have any questions about admission, contact:
• call: 1835 or write: studijas@mil.lv

Application for studies is closed. Apply for studies next year - 2025/2026. academic year. The selection of study candidates will take place in July - August 2025.

NATIONAL DEFENCE ACADEMY OF LATVIA

EDUCATION FOR MILITARY CAREER AND LIFE 

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OUR VALUES:

RESPONSIBILITY - OF THE STATE AND ITS CITIZENS

HONOR - DECISIONS WE CAN BE PROUD OF

INSISTENCE - GROWTH FOR THE EXCELLENCE

Intense FIBUA Training at the National Defence Academy

Intense FIBUA Training at the National Defence Academy

National Defence Academy has hosted an international FIBUA (Fights in Built-Up Area) training module, preparing cadets for combat operations in urban environments at the platoon and squad levels.

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Cadet Candidates Take the Oath

Cadet Candidates Take the Oath

National Defence Academy cadet candidates have sworn the military oath at the National Armed Forces Infantry School in Alūksne.

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"ALL ROUNDER 2024" Success for National Defence Academy Cadets in Slovakia

"ALL ROUNDER 2024" Success for National Defence Academy Cadets in Slovakia

National Defence Academy cadets have proven their strength at the "ALL ROUNDER 2024" competition, showcasing their skills and teamwork.

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Naval Engineering Training in Romania

Naval Engineering Training in Romania

National Defence Academy cadets are expanding their naval engineering expertise through an international program at the Romanian Naval Academy in Constanta. Joining cadets from other NATO nations will be engaged in specialized training from September 30th until December 30th. Learn more about our Naval Forces Military Leadership study program.

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International Maritime Semester for National Defence Academy cadets in Italy

International Maritime Semester for National Defence Academy cadets in Italy

Expanding their international maritime education, National Defence Academy cadets are participating in the Erasmus+ mobility program at the Italian Naval Academy. From September 23rd to December 21st, cadets study subjects such as Naval Electronics, Naval Computer Networks, and Maritime Security alongside international cadets. Are you interested in a military career at sea? Learn more about our Naval Forces Military Leadership study program.

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Basic Course for Officers Specialists

Basic Course for Officers Specialists

Between August 28 and December 20, the new National Armed Forces (NAF) officers specialists are training at the NAF Infantry School, the NAF Instructor School, and the National Defence Academy of Latvia. The purpose of the Basic Course for Officers Specialists is to provide general military knowledge and skills so that the learner can independently fulfill professional duties as an officer specialist according to the specialty as chaplain, lawyer, doctor, conductor, psychologist, information and communication technology expert, pharmacist or military public relations expert.

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Land Forces Platoon Tactics Course

Land Forces Platoon Tactics Course for National Defence Academy Cadets

From August 26th to December 13th, the National Defence Academy conducts a Land Forces Platoon Tactics Course. The course prepares cadets to lead platoon-sized units in near-real combat conditions and full-spectrum operations. Learn more about the Land Forces Military Leadership study program.

EDUCATION FOR A MILITARY CAREER AND LIFE