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Political Studies: World Politics and Economy

Bachelor's studies (university) @ Vytautas Magnus University
1 May Application deadline
25 Aug Start date
4 years Study duration full-time
2954€ Tuition fee for Eu citizens

Programme overview

English is taught in the Bachelor’s program of World Politics and Economics designed to analyze various political and economic processes worldwide. During their studies, students delve into subjects such as Global Politics, International Relations and Governance, International Political Economy, International Economics, Project Planning and Implementation, Economic Diplomacy, International Trade, and so forth. The content of all these subjects discusses contemporary processes in the world, such as globalization, migration, terrorism, sustainable development, climate change, humanitarian crises, global geopolitical and economic risks, and human rights issues. Throughout their studies, students learn to analyze and evaluate these processes, identify the main trends prevailing in the world, and forecast possible economic and political development scenarios globally. Students also become acquainted with the issues of various regions through courses such as Politics of East Asian Countries, Introduction to Latin American Studies, US Domestic and Foreign Policy, Russia’s Domestic and Foreign Policy, European Union Policy, etc.

The World Politics and Economics study program is an interdisciplinary research program that combines political science and economics. The audience of the World Politics and Economics program is mainly oriented towards the Eastern Partnership direction of EU neighborhood policy. The strength of these studies lies in providing students with extensive knowledge of economic and political processes and the ability to analytically assess prevailing trends in the world. During their studies, students engage in internships at various political institutions, international and non-governmental organizations, business corporations, diplomatic missions, etc.

Career opportunities
Bachelors of World Politics and Economics study program may work in state and local government institutions that prepare and implement a wide range of policies, academic research institutions, international organizations, and associations whose activities are related to Lithuania, hold administrative positions in private organizations, and continue their studies in the Master of Politics and related sciences.

Programme structure

Curriculum

Admission Requirements

High school / secondary education (or higher)

Minimum 60% CGPA

Admission score is counted based on:

Motivation letter * 0.3 + History or Geography or Economics or Information technology * 0.3 + English * 0.3 + Mathematics * 0.1

Minimum admission score to qualify: 5,4

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