Programme overview
Social innovation involves developing new and effective solutions to social problems, while also strengthening community participation, equity and sustainable development. KTU’s Social Innovation and Research programme is the first Master’s degree programme in Lithuania to provide knowledge and skills in creating and developing social innovation. Students have the opportunity to study ECIU micro-modules abroad. The programme enables graduates to understand social problems and learn how to create practical, lasting solutions. Graduates may pursue careers in non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and international institutions, working on social policy or projects in Lithuania and beyond.
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Programme Structure
This programme offers a unique combination of social innovation design and research methodology. It equips you with in-depth knowledge of social problem analysis, solution development, and research using innovative methods and strategies. You will:
- gain knowledge on theories of change, forward-looking foresight, and social innovation design;
- develop skills through a challenge-based learning, data analysis and social innovation labs;
- be able to choose a flexible learning path based on challenges, allowing you to tailor your studies to your needs;
- select ECIU micro-modules, allowing you to learn more about the areas that are relevant to you and apply this knowledge to real projects.
This is one of the few KTU programmes offering a flexible learning path built around real-world challenges.
Admission requirements
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.
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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.
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Autumn Intake Deadline
2026-06-01
