Degrees: Master‘s studies

Today’s social challenges are opportunities to shape tomorrow’s changes. These social studies offer a unique combination of innovation development and research methodologies, equipping graduates to become experts capable of not only analyzing societal issues but also creating sustainable solutions. Collaborating with non-governmental organizations and international institutions, they address pressing problems with impact. Career opportunities are limitless – ranging from shaping social policies to managing diverse social projects both in Lithuania and abroad.

Funding opportunities

All international students automatically become candidates to receive the Scholarship for International Students, which is assigned for first-year Bachelor or Master students with strong academic records and motivation.

The residents of European Union countries and the global citizens of Lithuanian origin can apply for state-funded study places. This means that all the applicants, who fall into one of the aforementioned categories, will participate in the general admission’s competition for state-funded study places and get the chance to study free of charge, depending on their admission score.

Campus life

The main KTU Campus is within walking distance from the city centre. In the campus, university sports halls and courts, dormitories, shops and recreational areas are all nearby. KTU boasts the active student community, with 6 art societies and over 20 students’ organisations. Our students can choose from 100 weekly sports classes, and join one of 20 sports teams. All of this is free of charge.

Over 40 thousand students study in Kaunas, and of these, around 10% are international students. Lush parks, lively squares, cosy cafes and buzzing cultural life make Kaunas attractive not only as a travel destination but also as a place to live.

Two years of studying at KTU, and you are a Master of Business Management – a person who is ready to conquer the entire world with his ideas. This degree program is unique because of its universality for anyone pursuing ambitious goals in the field of innovation and entrepreneurship. It is an excellent choice for those who dream of creating their own innovative business or seek high positions in the best companies.

The task of the Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship study program is to turn your goals into a reality. You will learn to not only to create innovations that change the market rules but also how to manage innovative businesses in different industries. We provide the best opportunities for studying, so you can choose whether you want to study at KTU for two years or get a double degree by choosing the joint master’s study program GTIME.

Funding opportunities

All international students automatically become candidates to receive the Scholarship for International Students, which is assigned for first-year Bachelor or Master students with strong academic records and motivation.

The residents of European Union countries and the global citizens of Lithuanian origin can apply for state-funded study places. This means that all the applicants, who fall into one of the aforementioned categories, will participate in the general admission’s competition for state-funded study places and get the chance to study free of charge, depending on their admission score.

Campus life

The main KTU Campus is within walking distance from the city centre. In the campus, university sports halls and courts, dormitories, shops and recreational areas are all nearby. KTU boasts the active student community, with 6 art societies and over 20 students’ organisations. Our students can choose from 100 weekly sports classes, and join one of 20 sports teams. All of this is free of charge.

Over 40 thousand students study in Kaunas, and of these, around 10% are international students. Lush parks, lively squares, cosy cafes and buzzing cultural life make Kaunas attractive not only as a travel destination but also as a place to live.

Are you ready to build a better future?

This interdisciplinary programme integrates the disciplines of design, management and environmental engineering, giving design professionals the knowledge and tools to not only visualise a more sustainable future, but also to implement practical solutions towards it.

The programme focuses on design that is equally concerned with the well-being of society and the environment, promoting transformative practices in line with the principles of the circular economy and sustainable transitions. In collaboration with leading international and local partners, the programme develops integrated design and sustainability competences to research and develop products, services and their systems for a sustainable future.

Thanks to the collaboration with Politecnico di Milano (Italy) and the strategic design agency The Critical (Lithuania), the programme offers a high level of academic and practical knowledge in design.

Students have the opportunity to develop design and research projects in state-of-the-art laboratories, including the D-Lab design lab at the KTU M-Lab Laboratory Centre and the Circular Economy Creative Space at KTU.

* The study program will be launched in 2025 if it is accredited by the Centre for Study Quality and Evaluation (Studijų kokybės ir vertinimo centras).

Proficiency in English Language requirements:

IELTS ≥6.0, TOEFL ≥85, CEFR ≥C1, or equivalent

If you do not currently hold any English proficiency certificate, the English test can also be conducted by KTU during the admission process.

Eligibility:

Average grade (CGPA) > 60 %

University Bachelor degree certificate:

Undergraduate diploma (or higher) with min. length of 180 ECTS (3 years of studies) is eligible.

Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original.

The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English / Russian.

The documents must be legalised (Apostille) by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the country where the documents were issued. This requirement does not apply for the documents issued in the EU and Belarus, Ukraine.

This programme is designed to develop skilled professionals in strategic information systems management. Graduates will be equipped to analyse and expertly address challenges related to enhancing organisational competencies, fostering innovation in information technologies and systems, and advancing leadership and goal-setting abilities.

• Focus on Dual Disciplines: The curriculum integrates two interrelated and in-demand fields—technological innovation and strategic performance support—emphasising the role of information systems in driving organisational strategy.
• Information Systems Design: Gain proficiency in advanced design methods for information systems.
• Strategic Decision-Making Tools: Explore decision support systems that facilitate the integration of IT solutions with strategic business objectives.
• User-Technology Interaction: Develop insights into the dynamics between information systems and their users.
• Project Management Expertise: Acquire practical knowledge of project management, including proficiency in PMP methodologies.

Through this programme, you will build a robust foundation in leveraging information systems as a strategic tool, preparing you to lead and innovate in the ever-evolving digital landscape.

Distinctive features of a study programme:

The sole University-level MA program in Photography in the Baltic states is delivered by a faculty comprising educators with diverse specializations and internationally recognized artists offering personalized mentorship. Situating photography within a broad socio-cultural framework amidst rapidly evolving technological landscapes, the Master of Photography program aims to furnish students with both theoretical understanding and practical competencies relevant to creative and professional milieus. Emphasizing the expansion of applied research in contemporary photography, the program underscores its intersections with the digital realm, networked environments, innovative forms of book production, diverse media for image dissemination, and interactive exhibition design encompassing moving images.
This interdisciplinary program intertwines theoretical frameworks with practical applications, encompassing contemporary discourses, Anthropocene critique, theoretical and creative writing, book publishing, curatorial practices, and critical theories of photography. Such integration enables students to conceive and actualize original concepts, leveraging their artistic acumen, international networks, critical thinking faculties, and adeptness in creative presentation. Equipped with these skills, graduates are poised to autonomously engage in artistic endeavors, initiate publishing ventures, curate exhibitions, and undertake scholarly research within the realm of photography.
Cultivating advanced critical thinking capacities and adeptness in creative presentation further enables graduates to position their artistic practice within the broader international art landscape, thus fostering a forward-looking professional trajectory. By contextualizing photography studies within the contemporary art milieu, the program equips students with the acumen to navigate the exigencies of the art market, discern its imperatives, and effectively respond to evolving demands.