Bachelor DegreePolitical Studies: International Politics and Development studies
| Study location | Lithuania, Kaunas |
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| Academic field | Social studies (JACS L000) |
| Type | Undergraduate, full-time |
| Nominal duration | 4 years (240 ECTS) |
| Study language | English |
| Awards | Bachelor Degree (Bachelor in Social Sciences) |
| Tuition fee | €3,176 per year |
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| Application fee | €150 one-time Non-EU applicants shall pay through the Flywire portal. Application fee is not refundable. |
| Entry qualification | 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 The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English / Lithuanian. 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. High School diploma and its supplement (transcript of records / mark sheet) in the original language and translated into English. Education Documents (School degree Diploma and Transcript of Records) will need to be assessed by the accredited institution during the first semester of studies. You must take verified copies of the entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university. |
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| Language requirements | English Proof of English Language: the applicant must present a recent and valid document proving B2 level (usually certificates are valid for 2 years from the date of received results; check each certificate‘s validity period) if the applicant is not a native speaker and has not received education in English. The following certificates and scores are acceptable: TOEFL 87-109 iBT/ 534-633 PBT Note (!) Students who start studies at Vytautas Magnus University having the English language competence B2 level shall achieve Academic English level C1. |
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| Other requirements | A motivation letter must be added to your application. Upload your Curriculum vitae (CV); Example |
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Overview
The Bachelor’s program in International Politics and Development Studies is designed for Lithuanian and international students interested in disciplines such as studies of developing regions and countries, international processes, human rights, studies of economic and social development, oriental studies, international and development strategies, migration, project planning and implementation, among others. The aim of the program is to prepare highly qualified graduates in political science, professional analysts capable of competently explaining, analyzing, comparing, and evaluating political, economic, and social processes of developing countries and regions, explaining and evaluating trends and strategies of international assistance to developing countries, conducting independent research, preparing and implementing practical and applied projects. The International Politics and Development Studies program attracts foreign students annually, for whom expertise in development cooperation policy becomes one of the factors in formulating career prospects.
The International Politics and Development Studies program is focused on the problematic nature and causal analysis of regional and national processes in the Eastern and Southern neighborhood regions of the European Union. In this program, students analyze the political systems, economic and social processes of Russia and Eastern Europe (Belarus, Ukraine, Moldova), the South Caucasus (Armenia, Georgia, Azerbaijan), the Middle East, and North African states, and explore the forms and strategies of international assistance and development cooperation provided to these countries.
During their studies, students undergo internships in various political institutions, international and non-governmental organizations, diplomatic missions, etc. In addition to English, which is the language of instruction, students choose to study other foreign languages, learn one of the languages of the developing regions or countries at the B1 level – French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, or Turkish.
Career opportunities
Bachelors of Political Science 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.