Study location	Lithuania, Kaunas
Academic field	Music (JACS W300)
Type	Undergraduate, full-time
Nominal duration	3.5 Years (210 ECTS)
Study language	English
Awards	Bachelor Degree (Bachelor in Arts)

Tuition fee	€8,600 per year
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 Specific country requirements Admission score is counted as follows: Written Test * 0,5 + Motivational Interview * 0,2 + Portfolio * 0,3 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.

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 IELTS 5,5–6,5 Cambridge English First (FCE) 161-180 BEC Vantage 161-180 Michigan ECCE (min. 650) PTE General Level 3 PTE Academic 59 TOEIC Listening & Reading 785, TOEIC Speaking & Writing 310 Duolingo 100-125 EnglishScore 400-499 (CoreSkills) Note (!) Students who start studies at Vytautas Magnus University having the English language competence B2 level shall achieve Academic English level C1.

Other requirements

A motivation letter must be added to your application. A relevant portfolio is required. Portfolio – a selected collection of works and genres that reflect the artist’s stylistic diversity and the application of music (10-15 min). If the artist can play an instrument (both acoustic and digital, or sing), a filmed example of playing/performance (up to 5 min). Please make sure your portfolio adheres to the following requirements: -Please attach a written rationale of 200 words (1 x A4 page double-spaced) which explains the inspiration behind your work -All work in your entry portfolio should be recent (this means you should have completed it within the last 24 months) and must represent YOUR OWN ideas and work, and not infringe upon the copyright or intellectual property of other artists, authors or talent. -All portfolios should be submitted by giving a link without expiration limit to audio or video files on Google Drive or other file storage and synchronization service. -All other (text) digital submissions should be in PDF format. Written test will be required, which consist of: 1. Analysis of the provided music composition in the context of music elements. 2. Analysis of the music piece from a production, socio-cultural, and marketing perspective. 3. Creative audio/music script for a chosen audiovisual work.

More information	vdu.lt/..studiju-programa/music-production

Overview

Does music constantly play in your head, perhaps even of your own creation? Are you interested in technology, and could discuss sound purity for hours on end? Then the Music Production study programme could be just what you’re looking for. Here, you will be able to prepare for a successful career in sound recording and sound design, music marketing, music technology, and related fields. You will learn to organise and successfully implement creative projects, including your own! In these studies, you will not only delve into music but also explore the relationship between sound and visuals – during the course, you will become familiar with the genre of music videos and create them yourself. And that’s not all – you will also have the opportunity to try your hand at tasks related to graphic design, photography, editing, retouching, and preparing materials for printing. So, you certainly won’t lack the technological knowledge to bring any creative idea to life!

There won’t be much need to discuss sound quality because you will be using equipment that meets the highest standards of the music industry. For your work and creativity, we will provide you with three professional sound recording studios. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to learn from music professionals and practitioners who will share their knowledge with you. One more thing – the studies are conducted in English, which not only creates an international atmosphere but also offers more opportunities for your international career and further studies. Speaking of a career – the Music Production study programme will allow you to work as an audio specialist or director, a music producer or sound artist, or engage in organisational work and management.

Career opportunities

Graduates of the Music Production study programme are successfully employed as music and sound specialists in concert agencies, festivals, recording studios, sound directors in television, radio, theatres, create business projects in the music industry, seek individual careers of a sound artist or a music producer. Competences acquired during the studies create possibilities for students to prepare for the challenges of music industry having met the highest professional standards and work successfully not only in Lithuanian but also in foreign sound recording studios and implement international projects.