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Lithuanian Studies

Sukurta: 04 January 2021

 

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Faculty of Philology

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Scope of studies and length
240 ECTS credits, 4 years

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Qualification awarded
Bachelor in Humanities

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Application deadline*
1 May / 1 July 

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Language
English and Lithuanian

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Tuition fee per year
4 108 €

EU/EFTA students can apply for a state-funded places

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Start of studies
1 September
City City
Vilnius

Lithuanian Studies programme allows you to learn the Lithuanian language, to get acquainted with the linguistic situation, literature, culture, history, social and political life of Lithuania.

The programme is designed for:

  • Lithuanian diaspora youth (born and raised abroad, graduated from general education schools outside Lithuania);
  • Non-Lithuanian citizens living in Lithuania;
  • Citizens of foreign countries who are interested in Lithuania, its culture, literature and language.

You will be able to:

  • learn to analyse and evaluate linguistic, cultural and literary phenomena in a wider context;
  • learn about the development of Lithuanian society in a regional context;
  • master contemporary methods of research on linguistic, literary and sociocultural phenomena.

It is a flexible and open to the student’s interests study programme: you will be able to choose 25% of the subjects according to your interests in various fields. You can study language, literature and socio-cultural phenomena, choose subjects from other disciplines (politics, history, management, pedagogy, etc.), or study one of more than 20 languages.

Students will be able to learn Lithuanian either upon enrolment or in an advanced group.

 

Why choose this programme?

  • If you want to understand the linguistic situation in Lithuania, get to know Lithuanian literature and socio-culture, and learn the Lithuanian language, this is the right programme for you.

  • Who might be interested? Those who have graduated from non-Lithuanian general education schools: young people from the diaspora or citizens of other countries who are interested in Lithuanian studies.

  • The studies will be conducted in two languages: Lithuanian and English. The first four semesters (2 years) will be taught in English and the remaining four in Lithuanian. Lithuanian will be taught in a communicative approach, which means that Lithuanian will predominate, but English will also be used when necessary.

  • This programme will train Lithuanian studies specialists who will have a broad understanding of the specificity of Lithuanian studies, who will be able to approach, analyse and evaluate it from a cross-cultural perspective, and who will be able to take a leadership role in disseminating the achievements of Lithuanian culture, literature, and linguistics to the world.

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What comes after?

  • Graduates will be able to pursue a wide range of activities. This will depend on your goals and preferences, as you can combine a background in Lithuanian studies with management, communication, pedagogy or other studies to create the career profile you want.

  • According to your plans you would be able to work in Lithuanian language schools, cultural centres, or you will be able to become a journalist writing about Lithuania, or you will be able to pursue activities related to tourism and cultural projects. Wherever a broad understanding of Lithuanian studies and intercultural competence is needed, you will be able to find career opportunities.

Zakaria Belmehdi"I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the opportunity to study in the Lithuanian Studies program at 911±¬ÁÏÍø. During my first year, this program has greatly enriched my understanding of Lithuanian history, culture, and politics. It offered me a structured and engaging path to deepen my knowledge about this country and its unique heritage. Thanks to the intensive and well-organized Lithuanian language classes, I was able to strengthen my A2 level and gain more confidence in using the language through consistent repetition and practice. For the first time, I was also introduced to Lithuanian literature, which opened a fascinating window into the life and society of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania in the 16th to 18th centuries. I would especially like to thank all the professors I had during the semester for their professionalism, dedication, and support. Their guidance made a real difference in my academic journey and personal growth. Finally, studying at 911±¬ÁÏÍø has given me the chance to explore interdisciplinary courses. Overall, I am deeply thankful for this enriching academic experience, and I look forward to continuing my studies with the same motivation and curiosity."

Zakaria Belmehdi, student of Lithuanian studies programme