Linguistics (Baltic Linguistics)

Programme overview

The specialisation of Baltic Linguistics is the only study programme of its kind designed to train highly qualified specialists in Baltic Linguistics who are versed in the fields of synchronic and diachronic Baltic Linguistics, interdisciplinary research methods and methodological strategies, able to analyse, evaluate, solve theoretical and practical problems related to the concepts of languages and society, education, changing cultural and social identity. Students specialising in Baltic linguistics will gain knowledge about the Lithuanian, Latvian, and Prussian languages, sources, the development of Baltic languages in the context of the development of other Indo-European languages, and their relationship with other languages of this area. They will be able to evaluate the conducted and ongoing research in Baltic linguistics and their importance, will acquire the skills and experience to apply modern technologies when working with the material of the Baltic languages.

Graduates of the specialisation of Baltic Linguistics, who went to study abroad in the third semester and fulfilled the requirements of a foreign university, have the opportunity to get a double diploma (and, at the same time, of the University of Latvia).

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

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