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Central and East European Languages and Cultures (Polish Studies) (conducted in English)

The study of Polish at Vilnius University offers an opportunity to engage with language as a bearer of meaning, memory, and identity at one of Europe’s historical crossroads. Situated between East and West, Lithuania provides a distinctive context in which multilingualism becomes a lived reality. As Lithuania and Poland remain close political, cultural, and economic partners, the demand for specialists with expertise in Polish language and culture continues to grow. This programme answers that call by combining rigorous linguistic training with a nuanced understanding of the historical and cultural ties shaping regional and international cooperation. Students gain fluency in Polish — whether beginning from the fundamentals or refining prior knowledge — while exploring its literature, culture, and history in dialogue with Lithuania’s own Polish heritage. The curriculum unites philological precision with intellectual breadth, fostering analytical thinking and intercultural awareness essential in diplomacy, cultural mediation, and international communication. Programme is designed for beginners.

  • Strong language proficiency and cultural expertise
  • Flexible and personalised studies
  • International opportunities

Central and East European Languages and Cultures (Polish Studies) (conducted in English)

The study of Polish at Vilnius University offers an opportunity to engage with language as a bearer of meaning, memory, and identity at one of Europe’s historical crossroads. Situated between East and West, Lithuania provides a distinctive context in which multilingualism becomes a lived reality. As Lithuania and Poland remain close political, cultural, and economic partners, the demand for specialists with expertise in Polish language and culture continues to grow. This programme answers that call by combining rigorous linguistic training with a nuanced understanding of the historical and cultural ties shaping regional and international cooperation. Students gain fluency in Polish — whether beginning from the fundamentals or refining prior knowledge — while exploring its literature, culture, and history in dialogue with Lithuania’s own Polish heritage. The curriculum unites philological precision with intellectual breadth, fostering analytical thinking and intercultural awareness essential in diplomacy, cultural mediation, and international communication. Programme is designed for beginners.

  • Strong language proficiency and cultural expertise
  • Flexible and personalised studies
  • International opportunities
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  • degree of Bachelor of Humanities
  • Faculty of Philology
  • 4
  • Humanities
  • Philology by language
  • 240.0
  • Full-time
  • English, Polish

  • degree of Bachelor of Humanities
  • Faculty of Philology
  • 4
  • Humanities
  • Philology by language
  • 240.0
  • Full-time
  • English, Polish

Review and familiarize yourself with the detailed study program plan.

Peržiūrėti programos planą
  • You will be able to communicate fluently in Polish in academic, professional, and intercultural contexts, even if you start learning the language from zero.
  • You will be able to analyse and evaluate Polish language, literature, and culture within a broader Central and Eastern European context.
  • You will be able to apply modern linguistic and literary research methods in academic or professional activities.
  • You will be able to work effectively in multicultural environments, demonstrating critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration skills.
  • You will be able to use your language and cultural competences in diverse career fields such as diplomacy, education, media, translation, cultural institutions, and international business.
Entry qualification

High school / secondary education (or higher)

N. B. for non-EU/EFTA applicants: the gap since your completed secondary degree should not exceed five years.

If your qualification meets the requirements, you will receive an invitation for a motivational interview.

Certificate of proficiency in Polish and English corresponding to the common European level B1.

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.

Translation is considered to be official when it is bound together with the certified true copy of the original document and is confirmed by the translator’s signature. Documents issued in English, Lithuanian must be certified true copies and do not require translation.

Check additional country-specific requirements
Language requirements

Once you apply for the Central and East European Languages and Cultures (Polish Studies) programme conducted in English, you must submit one of the following English language proficiency certificates: IELTS Academic 6.5+, TOEFL iBT 81+, Cambridge English Exam 176+, Pearson PTE Academic 59+, LanguageCert IESOL B2, Duolingo English Test 120+, Password Skills Plus 6.5+ or another language proficiency certificate equivalent to B2 CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages).

If you are a native speaker and/or if the English language was the medium of instruction in your previous studies, you will be exempt from providing an English language test score.

If you are a native speaker and/or if the Polish language was the medium of instruction in your previous studies, you will be exempt from providing a Polish language test score.

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Find your programme

When choosing a study programme, consider whether the subjects match your interests and strengths, as this will keep you motivated. You should also think about career opportunities, costs, and whether the programme fits your long-term goals. 

Keep in mind that each applicant can choose up to three study programmes in one application, but you can only get admitted to one programme. 

Check the application dates

For international applicants: 
1 May | for applicants from non-EU/EFTA countries 
1 July | for applicants who are citizens of EU/EFTA countries and for non-EU/EFTA applicants with a 90-day visa-free period that has not yet been exceeded.
The academic year always begins on 1 September.

Our International admissions have one intake per academic year. You can only submit your application during the application period.  

The application dates may differ if you are applying for a programme taught in Lithuanian or if you are eligible to apply for state-funded places.

Check your eligibility and prepare the necessary documents

In order to apply to Vilnius University, you must meet the general and programme-specific admission requirements, as well as the language proficiency requirements. In certain cases, specific territorial requirements may also apply. You can find all the specific requirements for this programme in the 'Admissions requirements' section.

For applicants from non-EU and non-EFTA countries, the period between obtaining your most recent secondary or higher education qualification and submitting your application may not exceed 5 years.

Pay the application fee and submit your application

The application to the international bachelor's or integrated studies degree programmes must be submitted on apply.vu.lt

The application fee is 100 EUR per application. The invoice is paid after adding the programmes to the application. Application fee payments are accepted only through the Flywire payment platform.

An online application will be processed only after the application fee is collected and the application is submitted with all the required documents. All documents must be submitted before the application submission deadline; otherwise, the application is terminated.

Please note: The application fee is non-refundable. Be sure to read the admission requirements and deadlines carefully before applying, as fees cannot be refunded if you are found ineligible or miss a deadline.

Creat the application accountPrepare the required documents

Confirm your acceptance and pay the tuition fee

Your application will be assessed within 30 calendar days from the date all required documents are submitted (this period may be extended in specific cases).

Acceptance letters or rejection notifications will be sent via the online application system https://apply.vu.lt.

Students are obliged to confirm if they accept the study offer within 7 working days.

Students who are citizens of the European Union, the European Economic Area countries and of other foreign countries, admitted to non-state-funded places in the first year of first-cycle and second-cycle studies through the University’s foreign student application system, must pay the annual tuition fee within 15 calendar days from the date of the offer to study.

Description of the Procedure of Payment, Reimbursement, and Recovery of Tuition Fees at Vilnius University 

The information about the tuition fee refund policy  

After the student pays the tuition fee, he receives the final acceptance letter. Then our International Relations Office provides the necessary information related to obtaining a temporary residence permit in Lithuania and sends a mediation letter to the student by e-mail (for non-EU citizens).

Arrange your arrival

Things to consider:

  • All international students have to apply for a visa, temporary residence permit or certificate of temporary residence in the Republic of Lithuania depending on their citizenship and the length of their studies at Vilnius University. 
  • If you require accommodation, you may apply for a dormitory via the application platform at apply.vu.lt. The task for accommodation appears after the tuition fee is paid and the final acceptance letter is received. 
  • More information about the start of your studies here.
Visa & Residence PermitArrange your accommodation
  • 4 437 EUR
Tuition fee

Students who are citizens of the European Union, the European Economic Area countries and of other foreign countries, admitted to non-state-funded places in the first year of first-cycle and second-cycle studies through the University’s foreign student application system, must pay the annual tuition fee within 15 calendar days from the date of the offer to study.

After the student pays the tuition fee, he receives the final acceptance letter. Then our International Relations Office provides the necessary information related to obtaining a temporary residence permit in Lithuania and sends a mediation letter to the student by e-mail (for non-EU citizens).

Learn more
Application fee

The application fee is €100 per application. Each applicant can choose up to three programmes within one application. 
Online applications will only be processed once the application fee has been paid. 

Please note that the application fee is non-refundable. Make sure you read the admission requirements and deadlines carefully before submitting your application, as the fee cannot be refunded if you are found to be ineligible or miss a deadline. 

Scholarships for Bachelor's

  • degree of Bachelor of Humanities
  • Faculty of Philology
  • 4
  • Humanities
  • Philology by language
  • 240.0
  • Full-time
  • English, Polish

  • degree of Bachelor of Humanities
  • Faculty of Philology
  • 4
  • Humanities
  • Philology by language
  • 240.0
  • Full-time
  • English, Polish

Review and familiarize yourself with the detailed study program plan.

Peržiūrėti programos planą
  • You will be able to communicate fluently in Polish in academic, professional, and intercultural contexts, even if you start learning the language from zero.
  • You will be able to analyse and evaluate Polish language, literature, and culture within a broader Central and Eastern European context.
  • You will be able to apply modern linguistic and literary research methods in academic or professional activities.
  • You will be able to work effectively in multicultural environments, demonstrating critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration skills.
  • You will be able to use your language and cultural competences in diverse career fields such as diplomacy, education, media, translation, cultural institutions, and international business.
Entry qualification

High school / secondary education (or higher)

N. B. for non-EU/EFTA applicants: the gap since your completed secondary degree should not exceed five years.

If your qualification meets the requirements, you will receive an invitation for a motivational interview.

Certificate of proficiency in Polish and English corresponding to the common European level B1.

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.

Translation is considered to be official when it is bound together with the certified true copy of the original document and is confirmed by the translator’s signature. Documents issued in English, Lithuanian must be certified true copies and do not require translation.

Check additional country-specific requirements
Language requirements

Once you apply for the Central and East European Languages and Cultures (Polish Studies) programme conducted in English, you must submit one of the following English language proficiency certificates: IELTS Academic 6.5+, TOEFL iBT 81+, Cambridge English Exam 176+, Pearson PTE Academic 59+, LanguageCert IESOL B2, Duolingo English Test 120+, Password Skills Plus 6.5+ or another language proficiency certificate equivalent to B2 CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages).

If you are a native speaker and/or if the English language was the medium of instruction in your previous studies, you will be exempt from providing an English language test score.

If you are a native speaker and/or if the Polish language was the medium of instruction in your previous studies, you will be exempt from providing a Polish language test score.

1

2

3

4

5

6

Find your programme

When choosing a study programme, consider whether the subjects match your interests and strengths, as this will keep you motivated. You should also think about career opportunities, costs, and whether the programme fits your long-term goals. 

Keep in mind that each applicant can choose up to three study programmes in one application, but you can only get admitted to one programme. 

Check the application dates

For international applicants: 
1 May | for applicants from non-EU/EFTA countries 
1 July | for applicants who are citizens of EU/EFTA countries and for non-EU/EFTA applicants with a 90-day visa-free period that has not yet been exceeded.
The academic year always begins on 1 September.

Our International admissions have one intake per academic year. You can only submit your application during the application period.  

The application dates may differ if you are applying for a programme taught in Lithuanian or if you are eligible to apply for state-funded places.

Check your eligibility and prepare the necessary documents

In order to apply to Vilnius University, you must meet the general and programme-specific admission requirements, as well as the language proficiency requirements. In certain cases, specific territorial requirements may also apply. You can find all the specific requirements for this programme in the 'Admissions requirements' section.

For applicants from non-EU and non-EFTA countries, the period between obtaining your most recent secondary or higher education qualification and submitting your application may not exceed 5 years.

Pay the application fee and submit your application

The application to the international bachelor's or integrated studies degree programmes must be submitted on apply.vu.lt

The application fee is 100 EUR per application. The invoice is paid after adding the programmes to the application. Application fee payments are accepted only through the Flywire payment platform.

An online application will be processed only after the application fee is collected and the application is submitted with all the required documents. All documents must be submitted before the application submission deadline; otherwise, the application is terminated.

Please note: The application fee is non-refundable. Be sure to read the admission requirements and deadlines carefully before applying, as fees cannot be refunded if you are found ineligible or miss a deadline.

Creat the application accountPrepare the required documents

Confirm your acceptance and pay the tuition fee

Your application will be assessed within 30 calendar days from the date all required documents are submitted (this period may be extended in specific cases).

Acceptance letters or rejection notifications will be sent via the online application system https://apply.vu.lt.

Students are obliged to confirm if they accept the study offer within 7 working days.

Students who are citizens of the European Union, the European Economic Area countries and of other foreign countries, admitted to non-state-funded places in the first year of first-cycle and second-cycle studies through the University’s foreign student application system, must pay the annual tuition fee within 15 calendar days from the date of the offer to study.

Description of the Procedure of Payment, Reimbursement, and Recovery of Tuition Fees at Vilnius University 

The information about the tuition fee refund policy  

After the student pays the tuition fee, he receives the final acceptance letter. Then our International Relations Office provides the necessary information related to obtaining a temporary residence permit in Lithuania and sends a mediation letter to the student by e-mail (for non-EU citizens).

Arrange your arrival

Things to consider:

  • All international students have to apply for a visa, temporary residence permit or certificate of temporary residence in the Republic of Lithuania depending on their citizenship and the length of their studies at Vilnius University. 
  • If you require accommodation, you may apply for a dormitory via the application platform at apply.vu.lt. The task for accommodation appears after the tuition fee is paid and the final acceptance letter is received. 
  • More information about the start of your studies here.
Visa & Residence PermitArrange your accommodation
  • 4 437 EUR
Tuition fee

Students who are citizens of the European Union, the European Economic Area countries and of other foreign countries, admitted to non-state-funded places in the first year of first-cycle and second-cycle studies through the University’s foreign student application system, must pay the annual tuition fee within 15 calendar days from the date of the offer to study.

After the student pays the tuition fee, he receives the final acceptance letter. Then our International Relations Office provides the necessary information related to obtaining a temporary residence permit in Lithuania and sends a mediation letter to the student by e-mail (for non-EU citizens).

Learn more
Application fee

The application fee is €100 per application. Each applicant can choose up to three programmes within one application. 
Online applications will only be processed once the application fee has been paid. 

Please note that the application fee is non-refundable. Make sure you read the admission requirements and deadlines carefully before submitting your application, as the fee cannot be refunded if you are found to be ineligible or miss a deadline. 

Scholarships for Bachelor's
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Career prospects

Graduates of this study programme enjoy a wide range of career opportunities in both Lithuania and abroad. Due to the strong strategic partnership between Lithuania and Poland, specialists with advanced Polish language skills and deep cultural knowledge are highly valued across multiple sectors.

Graduates can pursue careers in diplomacy and international relations, working in embassies, international organisations, and state or public institutions. Their language proficiency and intercultural competence are also well suited to roles in cultural institutions, libraries, museums, and educational organisations, including schools, high schools, and language teaching centres.

The programme also opens doors to careers in media, public relations, and creative communication, where graduates can work as journalists, editors, content creators, or communication specialists. Those interested in language services can build careers in translation agencies, publishing houses, and editorial offices, or work independently as freelance translators and editors.

International relations specialist / Lecturer or education specialist / Polish language teacher or language instructor / Editor, proofreader, or publishing specialist / Cultural project manager or cultural coordinator / Researcher in linguistics, literature, or cultural studies / Freelance translator, editor, or creative communicator

Why choose this programme?

Dr. Monika Haber

Professor of Modern Polish, Polish mass media language

Those who believe that philology is a science about nothing are gravely mistaken. There is no field in which language is not essential – from technology to diplomacy, from medicine to marketing. Language creates meaning and shapes the way we think. A philologist can read between the lines, hear what is left unsaid, and build bridges between cultures. And the Polish language? It is rich, expressive, and layered with cultural and historical depth – helping us better understand our regional identity and cultural distinctiveness. 

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