Master DegreeDiplomacy
Study location | Lithuania, Vilnius |
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Academic field | Social studies (JACS L000) |
Type | Graduate, full-time |
Nominal duration | 1.5 years (90 ECTS) |
Study language | English |
Awards | Master Degree (Master of Social Sciences) |
Tuition fee | €3,989 per year |
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Application fee | €100 one-time Vytautas Magnus University Application fee is not refundable. |
Entry qualification | Undergraduate diploma (or higher) Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, the Humanities or other Social Science field is required. Applicants who have not studied in a Political Science undergraduate programme, should have 18 credits in Political Science. A letter with a transcript of records should be sent by registered mail from your university, which issued Bachelor degree for you, directly to Vytautas Magnus University International Relations Department, K. Donelaičio str. 58, 44248 Kaunas, Lithuania. Transcript of records should list all the subjects, grades, and credits and/or hours. The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. 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. Lithuanian 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: applicant has to present document proving B2 level (TOEFL 87-109 iBT/534-633 PBT, IELTS 5-6,5, Cambridge English First (FCE), BEC Vantage, Michigan ECCE, PTE General Level 3, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785, TOEIC Speaking & Writing 310) if the applicant is not native speaker and/or had not received education in English. |
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Other requirements | A motivation letter must be added to your application. Education Documents (University Certificate and Transcript of Records) will need to be assessed by the accredited institution during the first semester of studies. Upload filled and signed Letter of Concurrence Upload your Curriculum vitae (CV); Example |
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Overview
In the contemporary world global political processes are directly controlled by diplomacy.Diplomacy is also fundamental social practices enabling mediate, communicate and represent interests of institutions and states while being able to orientate and control conflict situations. Diplomat is a professional who has wide interdisciplinary perception, deep analytical thinking, is creative and capable communicate efficiently and politely.
This knowledge can be applied not only in diplomatic and civil service, working for international organizations, but also private sector, which needs employees with leadership and moderation skills.
The aim of the programme is to prepare professional diplomats who are analytical,critical and creative; have all necessary skills for formation and implementation of foreign policy (strategic planning, implementation of programmes and projects, communication, negotiation, preparation of texts, public presentations, critically assessments of global events, and adaptation to changing environment).
Career opportunities
Graduates can move on to carriers in diplomatic and civil service, government, international governmental and non-governmental organizations, business, and more. Graduates will also be able to work as analysts, political advisors, or project managers.
Europe/Vilnius time
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