Bachelor DegreeSociology and Anthropology: specialization Society, Culture and Communication
| 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 | €3,000 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: high school maturity exam grades: History * 0,4 + Mathematics * 0,4 + English language * 0,2. 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 | Upload your Curriculum Vitae (CV); Example |
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Overview
Have you always wanted to study sociology or communication but couldn’t decide which one to choose? Well, now you can breathe a sigh of relief – our new interdisciplinary study programme specialisation “Society, Culture and Communication” prepares sociologists with a specialisation in communication. In short, you will not only be able to research, analyse, evaluate, and forecast social processes but also communicate professionally with the public. By the way, these studies are conducted in English, which will help you achieve an excellent level of language proficiency and later shine in international teams, which are so common today. During your studies, you will delve into the issues of social exclusion and discrimination, explore ways of strengthening civil society, learn about communication for improving public health, study political and commercial communication campaigns, and explore ways to enhance the social and cultural accessibility of information technology. Here, you will learn how to professionally analyse and visually present digital information, as well as how to select and execute a communication strategy. You will also gain an understanding of differences in communication based on ethnicity, religion, gender, or age. After completing your studies, you will be able to actively participate in tackling pressing societal issues and propose effective solutions for social policy and communication strategies. You can best apply this knowledge in the media, public relations and advertising agencies, market research companies, human rights organisations, think tanks, ministries, international institutions, as well as production and service companies engaged in internal and corporate communication. In essence, anywhere where you have to work and communicate with larger or smaller social groups. And this opens the most unexpected and interesting opportunities.
Why Society, Culture and Communication programme specialization?
• International study environment and international comparative perspective.
• Knowledge of innovative contemporary social research methods and analytical data skills.
• Creative thinking and communication skills.
• Bachelor of social sciences with an interdisciplinary approach: combination of Sociology and Communication Studies courses.
• Possibilities to participate in a variety of exchange programmes (Erasmus+ studies in various Europe states and VMU bilateral exchange outside Europe) for semester study and/or internships in the EU and other countries.
Career opportunities
Graduates of the Sociology and Anthropology Bachelor programme of Society, Culture and Communication specialization acquire competencies necessary for a successful professional career in public and non-governmental organizations and private companies, social and media research centers, enterprises in the field of public opinion, media monitoring, market research, public relations and media, and other organizations in the areas where the knowledge about intercultural diversities and communication are essential. Graduates acquire competencies related to identifying the social and communication problems, proposing sociological or media research design, and suggesting solutions based on the research results. Graduates can work as analysts and communication specialists and have excellent communication skills in public relations, creative and feature writing, and other creative communication content aspects.
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