Programme overview

We aim to prepare highly qualified event producers who are capable of independently and collaboratively planning, organizing, coordinating, and evaluating a wide range of cultural, educational, business, and public events. The programme focuses on developing professionals who can apply innovative and creative solutions based on research, analysis results, and client needs, while responsibly assessing the impact of their activities on the cultural and social environment.

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Programme structure

Study location:

• Vilnius
• Kaunas
• Klaipėda

After studies you will be able to:

• Develop event concepts and scenarios, and design audience experience journeys using storytelling principles – these are core skills in event design and delivery;
• Plan event budgets, manage finances, resources, procurement and sponsorship packages, and assess risks;
• Present and sell creative ideas, build a professional image, and develop relationships with clients and partners, strengthening your visibility within the creative industries sector;
• Integrate sound, lighting, video, multimedia, live streaming and AR/VR solutions;
• Organise event logistics and plan audience flows while ensuring supply and infrastructure arrangements;
• Create and implement data-driven communication campaigns and manage social media content;
• Ensure smooth delivery of events and agreed objectives, and collect feedback for continuous improvement;
• Plan events responsibly, with consideration for their impact on society and the environment.

You will study:

• Business Economics;
• Management;
• Marketing;
• Creative Industries;
• Theoretical Research Methodology;
• Empirical Research Methodology;
• Event Concept and Script Development;
• Sales Management;
• Event Commercialization and Budgeting;
• Event Communication;
• Event Technical Tools;
• Live Broadcasting and Hybrid Events;
• Integration of Performing Arts, Visual Arts, and Media in Events;
• Scenography and Spatial Design;
• Technological Innovations in Events;
• Event Video Content Management;
• Project Design and Management;
• Copyright and Intellectual Property;
• Event Logistics Management;
• Social Media Communication for Events;
• Special Event Organization;
• Creative Project, and others.

Career opportunities & areas:

• Event manager;
• Creative producer;
• Event coordinator;
• Social media and content manager for events and creative projects;
• Experience designer (UX for events);
• Community manager in cultural, educational, and entertainment organizations;
• Cultural project manager in NGOs, municipalities, and cultural institutions;
• Festival manager or coordinator;
• Talent and artist coordinator;
• Venue operations specialist;
• Corporate events specialist (B2B events, conferences, exhibitions);
• Brand activation and experiential marketing specialist;
• Specialist in creative industries, entertainment, and media sectors;
• Consultant in event planning and audience experience design;
• Founder or manager of an event agency, creative studio, or independent production company.

You can find all admission steps and instructions here.

Admission Requirements

HOW TO APPLY?

Application for admission to the SMK College of Applied Sciences must be submitted online.

Detailed video explanation on “How to apply for studies at SMK?”

Below is the list of documents that you will need to submit together with your application:

1. A receipt of the paid non-refundable application fee* (200 Euro for foreign nationals, and 120 Euro for the citizens of the EU and the EEA countries).
2. A Copy of a valid Passport (valid for at least a year)

*For those applying from Nigeria through the VFS visa centre, the passport needs to be valid for at least 18 months.

3. Entry qualification documents (e.g. a copy of the original High school/secondary education diploma, and/or a copy of the School Leaving Certificate or a College Diploma); 

Note: translation of the documents into the English/Lithuanian languages. Often, you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translation(s). Each program has separate subjects which need to be passed. Needed subjects are listed in the requirements on https://apply.smk.lt/. The overall percentage of Secondary School Diploma must not be lower than 50% and meet the country-specific requirements, which you can find on the website https://apply.smk.lt/.

4. Official recognition of the Secondary School Diploma obtained from the Lithuanian Centre for Quality Assessment in Higher Education (CQAHE) more information and how to apply here.

Video explanation on how to apply for SKVC.
Country-specific requirements to receive the Official recognition of the school-leaving certificate.

5. A Copy of the International English Language Test Certificate confirming the applicant’s knowledge of English. Accepted proof of proficiency: FCE or CAE, IELTS 5.5+ or TOEFL 69+ or one of the following: LanguageCert IESOL B2+, PTE Academic minimum score requirement: 59+, Duolingo English test 100+. If you do not have a chance to take the English language test, SMK offers the option of taking an online English test. 

Please note: Applicants who have obtained previous education in English do not need to provide separate language proficiency. The price for an English test is 50 Eur, where the applicant’s speaking and writing skills are tested and evaluated. Please contact admission@smk.lt if you are willing to pass an internal test.

Exemption applies to those applying for the English Foundation Programme.

Exemption for those who have finished the English Foundation Programme at SMK:
If you later apply for a Bachelor’s degree, you only need to provide your English Foundation Programme certificate.

6. Reference(s)*.

* A letter from your teacher or employer, where he/she describes your abilities and qualities as a student or employee. 

Please have in mind that your application can be processed only when you submit all the required documents. After your application is complete, it will take up to 5 working days for the admission committee to give feedback. All accepted students will receive acceptance letters with detailed instructions on how to confirm their acceptance and prepare to travel to Lithuania.

Once you submit your application, and your application is accepted, you will need to pass:

1. The entrance examination for these study programmes ONLY:

– Video Production and Media
The entrance examination for entrants to this study programme consists of:
– Assessment of a portfolio presented by the applicant;
– Assessment of factors for selecting the area of professional activity.

2. Motivation Interview: 

After the applicant has paid the application fee and submitted the application, we invite him for a motivational interview. The interview is done online using the Google Meet platform, and the basic goal is to evaluate the reasoning and motivation of a future student. After an interview, the decision of admission is given within 5-7 business days.

Autumn Intake Deadline

2026-07-01

Spring Intake Deadline

2026-12-01