The aim of the course is to introduce students to the traditional Lithuanian culture – folklore, mythology, customs, and the main phenomena of material culture.

The main features of traditional Lithuanian culture; how the Lithuanian way of living, folklore, and traditions developed, changed, and continue to change in the 21st c. Scholarly research on ethnic Lithuanian culture and folklore: major names and ideas...read more.

During the course the students are being acquainted with the most important facts of Lithuanian literature from the end of the 19th century till nowadays. The main emphasis is placed on the most significant literary trends, dominant genres and stylistic variations, the problems of the chronology of Lithuanian literature are being related to historical and cultural situation in Lithuania. In order to gain basic knowledge of literary analysis the students are being acquainted with the main statements of Literary Ethics and the method of close reading. Find out more.

The Grand Duchy of Lithuania was a common entity for Lithuanians, Poles, Belarusians, Ukrainians, Jews, and many other nations. This shared political entity, existing for five hundred years, was annexed by Russia at the end of the 18th century. In the 19th century, intensive nationalist movements occurred here, and in the 20th century, it split into national states. How is the legacy of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania divided today? Why and how does the teaching of history differ in neighboring countries' secondary schools? How do propaganda wars and geopolitical tensions appear in this context? Where are the boundaries between national narratives and critical history, between storytelling and science?

Learning topics:

• Ancient Balts. Formation of the Lithuanian people.
• Creation of the Lithuanian state, 13th century.
• Expansion of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania in the 14th-15th centuries. Belarusian and Lithuanian claims to the history of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania.
• The Renaissance era, 16th century.
• The Baroque era, 17th century.
• The 18th century and the end of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania's statehood.
• 19th century. Lithuania in the Russian Empire. Old Lithuania as the cradle of Polish culture and the "response" of the Lithuanians.
• Interwar period.
• World War II. Holocaust and Jewish history in Lithuania: conflicts and/or interpretations?
• Soviet times. Interpretations of Soviet and Russian histories of Lithuania and propaganda wars.
• History of contemporary times after 1990.

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The aim of the course is to help students to gain general knowledge about contemporary Lithuanian art and its historical and cultural contexts.

Topics:

• Lithuanian Theatre in the First Years of Independence: Change of Aesthetic Forms and Content.
• Contemporary Lithuanian Theatre and the main Creators: Directing, Dramaturgy, Scenography, Non-traditional Space.
• Lithuanian Cinema: Basic historical aspects, Directors, Genres and Themes.
• Lithuanian National Cinema: a Reflection of History and the Present.
• Contemporary Lithuanian Cinema: Animation; Interactive and Interdisciplinary Projects.
• Lithuanian art tradition.
• History and transformations of Lithuanian art.
• Lithuanian art in the context of societal transformations.
• The most famous Lithuanian artists.

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The aim of the course is to teach the students to understand a non-complicated communicative situation and enable them to actively participate in it. The students’ practical language usage skills are developed and applied with regard to the topics relevant for beginners: introducing oneself and others, describing objects and spaces in the city, foods and meals, talking about family, and professions. Most attention is paid to the tasks that help the students develop their active language usage and enrich vocabulary. Find out more.

The course is meant for the students who know Lithuanian already. During the course the students are to enrich their Lithuanian vocabulary, to repeat previously acquired knowledge on Lithuanian grammar (the usage of reflexive verbs and pronominal forms of adjectives and participles) and to learn new grammatical material (the usage of the participles and other forms of the verbs), to develop conversational, reading and writing skills. The students will be encouraged to speak on different topics and to apply theoretical knowledge practically. Find out more.

The course is meant for those who have already reached the level B1. During the course, the students learn to express themselves better: to use grammatical forms, constructions, and words correctly, developing the ability to tell their thoughts with longer and more informative sentences and to create a longer discourse. The aim of the course is to acquire such competence of communication in Lithuanian that is sufficient in all situations of everyday life, i.e., to become an independent Lithuanian language user. Find out more.

Study language: English
Teaching method: Online
Study cycle: Second cycle studies

The Master's program in Customs and Process Management is the first MBA program in the field of customs in Lithuania. Upon completion, graduates will be awarded an international degree of Master of Business Administration (MBA).

This study program covers areas of customs, taxes, and supply chains, taught by international lecturers with practical experience. Opportunities are provided for short-term training/internships abroad.

Value of the study program:

• Enhanced professional skills and potential increase in income.
• Improvement of intercultural and English communication skills.
• New job positions and career prospects in both private and public sectors.
• Opportunity to expand professional network at an international level.
• Studies tailored for working individuals - lectures are conducted in the evenings via distance learning.

Study language: Lithuanian, English.

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Study language: Lithuanian
Teaching method: Online
Study cycle: Second cycle studies

In this remotely organized master's degree program, you will learn to write analytical articles on cultural analysis, develop and implement various national and international cultural projects, conduct expert evaluations of these projects, and provide consultations to cultural, scientific, educational, and tourism institutions, as well as public organizations. During your studies, you will also enhance your skills in conducting scientific cultural research. Comparative cultural studies are convenient for those working or living abroad, as lectures are held in the evenings online, and you can watch the recordings at a time that suits you. In the online study environment, you will find all the study materials, assignments, and exam questions.

Throughout the course, you will deepen your knowledge of European national customs and material culture, ethnological theories, contemporary folklore, religions, and the ethnic cultures of Muslim societies. Additionally, you will be able to choose subjects of interest to you, ranging from ethnicity, migration, and identity politics to the culture of ethnic groups in Lithuania. Upon completing this program, you will understand cultural differences, know how to scientifically analyze and evaluate different cultures and contemporary ethnic and cultural processes, and conduct cultural research. This knowledge will enable you to work as a cultural specialist in publishing houses, the media, the public relations sector, cultural centers, foreign embassies, and in the fields of heritage protection, cultural policy, and cultural management.

You will also be qualified to work as an educator, a tour guide and consultant in travel agencies, lead informal education groups, and teach in state educational institutions. Moreover, you will have the opportunity to pursue further studies in doctoral programs in the humanities or social sciences... read more.

Study language: Lithuanian
Teaching method: Online
Study cycle: Second cycle studies

We invite you to study language technologies, translation, sociolinguistics, and psycholinguistics all in one program! In this 1.5-year remote master’s degree program, you will delve into theoretical and practical grammar, applied phonetics and phonology, language technologies, corpus linguistics, automated translation, language psychology, and explore the connections between language and identity, teaching Lithuanian as a foreign language, and the latest translation theories. You will gain practical skills in your field of study by participating in the activities of the VDU Institute of Digital Resources and Interdisciplinary Research and the VDU Center for Research on Intercultural Communication and Multilingualism.

The study schedule is convenient for those who are working or living in other cities or abroad, as the lectures are held in the evenings remotely. Students from various fields of humanities and social sciences are welcome to join the program. After completing the program, you will be able to work in companies specializing in language technologies, public communication, publishing, information management and monitoring, advertising agencies, translation offices, as well as in the fields of culture, education, and language policy, or any other area where language expertise is required... read more.

Study language: Lithuanian, English
Teaching method: Blended
Study cycle: Second cycle studies

With the intensive development of international relations and rapid innovation exchange, logistics solutions and the expansion of logistics companies become particularly important in the exchange of goods and services. In Lithuania, the field of logistics occupies a significant part of the economy. Lithuanian carriers and freight forwarders are known and valued far beyond Lithuania's borders. Large-scale projects are being implemented in Lithuania to strengthen the country's logistics potential and opportunities. Competent logistics managers are needed to coordinate business activities and projects in the bioeconomy sector. The goal of the study program is to train business logistics specialists capable of creatively applying the results of fundamental and applied scientific research in making and implementing innovative solutions for the improvement and development of the bioeconomy sector and business logistics, especially in rapidly changing business environments. Upon completing this program, graduates will be able to start their own businesses and work as logistics department managers, responsible for managing logistical processes of business enterprises, encompassing both the movement of material goods and related information flows.

Study language: English
Teaching method: Face-to-face / online
Study cycle: Second cycle studies

The Master in Social Work aims to train highly qualified social workers with the knowledge, skills, and methods needed to effectively apply social work interventions that are based on social justice and human rights for peoples‘ empowerment, structural changes, social inclusion, and social cohesion. The specialization "Social Work in the Context of Global Crises" provides an opportunity to deepen the knowledge of social work interventions by combining the immediate and long-term emotional, relational, social, and practical needs of individuals, families, communities, and society, the provision of social services, the trauma’s overcoming, community (re)building and advocacy in the context of intercultural conflicts and global crises. The specialization is delivered in English.

The degree is a Master of Social Sciences.https://www.vdu.lt/en/study/program/show/342/

Study language: English

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Study language: Lithuanian, English
Teaching method: Face-to-face / online
Study cycle: First cycle studies

You probably know that logistics and commerce are instrumental in overcoming business stagnation and crises worldwide. It is a promising industry and service sector that adapts to geopolitical shifts and makes continuous progress.

There is a growing demand for professionals who can develop and efficiently manage smart and environmentally sustainable logistics operations, use cutting-edge sales techniques, work with IT applications in logistics and commerce companies, develop competitive and socially responsible businesses in national and international markets, and create and develop their own e-businesses. As long as commerce exists, the need for logistics will persist, and having expertise in both areas is simply perfect! Choose dynamics and pursue a career in the rapidly evolving logistics and commerce sector!

Study language: Lithuanian, English, Russian.

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Study language: Lithuanian, English
Teaching method: Face-to-face / online
Study cycle: Second cycle studies
Campus location: Kaunas, Vilnius

The study programme Educational Management responds to the demands of the contemporary educational systems and therefore is popular among the applicants. The study programme aims to prepare educational managers for different types of organisations involved in learning and teaching activities. The complexity of the programme learning outcomes leads our future graduates to the career of an educator, an educational manager, a human resources developer.

Students will have a great opportunity to experience a blended learning method, which will develop their competence in technology enhanced and self-directed learning.

Students, who successfully complete the programme, along with a Master's degree in Education Sciences will be also awarded a Certificate in Curriculum Design and Development issued by UNESCO International Bureau of Education.

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Study language: Lithuanian, English, Russian
Teaching method: Face-to-face / online
Study cycle: First cycle studies

The traditional image of Accounting and Finance is a thing of the past! Creative, digitised accounting, sustainable finance management, tax optimisation, organizational value creation, risk management, and assessment of future opportunities all become the work of highly qualified accounting and finance professionals!

All of this is offered by the interdisciplinary Accounting and Finance study programme. Equipped with knowledge of national and international accounting standards and principles of financial management, graduates of this programme are able to manage accounting and financial processes, identify new facts and problem areas in accounting and finance and select appropriate problem-solving methods, analyse and forecast an organisation's finances and evaluate its future prospects, and to assist the organisation's manager in making informed decisions.

Choose precision and learn the modern language of numbers in business!

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Study language: English
Teaching method: Face-to-face / online
Study cycle: Second cycle studies

This master's degree program is carried out in collaboration with the "Euroleague Basketball Institute" organization and is the only one of its kind in Europe. We created it to provide more opportunities for learning directly from sports industry and academic experts, for current and future sports business professionals. Like you!

Key features of the program:

• We collaborate with Euroleague and the Euroleague Basketball Institute - so you'll have the opportunity to learn from top sports business professionals;
• You will gain knowledge in all key areas of sports business and management: marketing, finance, economics, law, strategy, public relations, and communication;
• Classes, designed to smoothly integrate you into the professional world, are conducted in English;
• Lectures take place remotely in different locations - at the Euroleague headquarters in Barcelona, ​​at our university in Kaunas, and in the city where the Euroleague Final Four matches are scheduled for that year;
• In the "Eduniversal" study ranking, this program ranks among the top 29 sports management programs in the world;
• This is a unique opportunity to participate in the behind-the-scenes activities of the Euroleague and Kaunas Žalgiris!

Upon completion of the Master's program in Sports Business Management, you will be able to work competently as a manager or director of professional sports clubs, sports federations, associations, fitness clubs, or as a public relations representative for sports organizations, sports journalist, develop sports startups, establish your own business, or consult. You can also continue your studies in management and administration or economics in doctoral studies.

Study language: English

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