Study location	Lithuania, Vilnius
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	€2,952 per year
Application fee	€100 one-time Vytautas Magnus University bank details: Bank Address: Gedimino pr. 12, 01103 Vilnius, Lithuania Bank Account: LT04 7044 0600 0284 8625 Bank Code: 70440 SWIFT/BIC: CBVILT2X 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 24 credits in Political Science. 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.

Language requirements	English Accepted proof of proficiency: Cambridge English, IELTS, TOEFL or other equivalent Proof of English Language: TOEFL 87 iBT / 484 PBT, IELTS 6.0, level B2; or an official document from an official institution showing applicant had courses in English or studied English language.

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.

More information	vdu.lt/en/study/program/show/290

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.