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Sustainability and Future Societies

The "Sustainability and Future Societies" program offers a fresh, modern approach to learning by combining knowledge from different fields like sociology, social work, psychology, criminology, management, technology, and AI. This unique program aims to train students to become specialists in social sustainability and social change in the community.

  • Interdisciplinary and Modern Learning
  • Practical Skills Development
  • International opportunities

Sustainability and Future Societies

The "Sustainability and Future Societies" program offers a fresh, modern approach to learning by combining knowledge from different fields like sociology, social work, psychology, criminology, management, technology, and AI. This unique program aims to train students to become specialists in social sustainability and social change in the community.

  • Interdisciplinary and Modern Learning
  • Practical Skills Development
  • International opportunities
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  • degree of Bachelor of Social Sciences
  • Faculty of Philosophy
  • 4
  • Social Sciences
  • Sociology
  • 240.0
  • Full-time
  • English

  • degree of Bachelor of Social Sciences
  • Faculty of Philosophy
  • 4
  • Social Sciences
  • Sociology
  • 240.0
  • Full-time
  • English

Review and familiarize yourself with the detailed study program plan.

Peržiūrėti programos planą
  • You will be able to analyze complex social, economic, and environmental challenges using interdisciplinary approaches.
  • You will learn to apply theories from sociology, social work, psychology, criminology, management, technology, and AI to real-world social sustainability issues.
  • You will be able to design and implement innovative, data-driven solutions for social problems and sustainable development.
  • You will learn to assess and evaluate the social and environmental impact of policies, programs, and projects.
  • You will be able to manage projects and strategies related to social innovation, urban development, and sustainability initiatives.
  • You will learn to work effectively with communities, organizations, and international partners to create positive social change.
  • You will be able to conduct research using advanced social research methods and analyze demographic trends for policy and planning purposes.
  • You will learn to develop practical solutions that promote community resilience, social responsibility, and ethical decision-making.
  • You will be able to communicate findings, proposals, and solutions clearly to diverse stakeholders, including policymakers, NGOs, and private organizations.
  • You will learn to integrate interdisciplinary knowledge to lead initiatives that address global and local social challenges sustainably.
Entry qualification
Language requirements

English

The following language certificates are accepted for study programmes taught in English: 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 your first language is English and/or if you have a university degree in English, you will be exempt from providing an English language test score.

Proving your language skills
Other requirements

A motivation letter must be added to your application.

Territory requirements

Tuition Fee Reduction for Ukrainian Students
The Faculty of Philosophy at Vilnius University offers a 50% tuition fee reduction for all Ukrainian students enrolled in the programme. This reduction applies for the entire duration of the studies.

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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 the 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
  • 3 310 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 Social Sciences
  • Faculty of Philosophy
  • 4
  • Social Sciences
  • Sociology
  • 240.0
  • Full-time
  • English

  • degree of Bachelor of Social Sciences
  • Faculty of Philosophy
  • 4
  • Social Sciences
  • Sociology
  • 240.0
  • Full-time
  • English

Review and familiarize yourself with the detailed study program plan.

Peržiūrėti programos planą
  • You will be able to analyze complex social, economic, and environmental challenges using interdisciplinary approaches.
  • You will learn to apply theories from sociology, social work, psychology, criminology, management, technology, and AI to real-world social sustainability issues.
  • You will be able to design and implement innovative, data-driven solutions for social problems and sustainable development.
  • You will learn to assess and evaluate the social and environmental impact of policies, programs, and projects.
  • You will be able to manage projects and strategies related to social innovation, urban development, and sustainability initiatives.
  • You will learn to work effectively with communities, organizations, and international partners to create positive social change.
  • You will be able to conduct research using advanced social research methods and analyze demographic trends for policy and planning purposes.
  • You will learn to develop practical solutions that promote community resilience, social responsibility, and ethical decision-making.
  • You will be able to communicate findings, proposals, and solutions clearly to diverse stakeholders, including policymakers, NGOs, and private organizations.
  • You will learn to integrate interdisciplinary knowledge to lead initiatives that address global and local social challenges sustainably.
Entry qualification
Language requirements

English

The following language certificates are accepted for study programmes taught in English: 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 your first language is English and/or if you have a university degree in English, you will be exempt from providing an English language test score.

Proving your language skills
Other requirements

A motivation letter must be added to your application.

Territory requirements

Tuition Fee Reduction for Ukrainian Students
The Faculty of Philosophy at Vilnius University offers a 50% tuition fee reduction for all Ukrainian students enrolled in the programme. This reduction applies for the entire duration of the studies.

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 the 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
  • 3 310 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 the “Sustainability and Future Societies” program will be well-prepared for diverse careers across the public, private, and NGO sectors. In the public sector, they could work as urban planners, sustainability officers, policy analysts, or project managers for social and circular economy initiatives, contributing to climate change strategies and community development projects. Within NGOs, graduates may lead social innovation programs, advocate for human rights, assess social and environmental impacts, coordinate climate justice initiatives, or manage fundraising and outreach efforts. In the private sector, career paths include sustainability consulting, project management for social innovation, ethical supply chain advising, and leading corporate social responsibility or employee engagement programs. Overall, the program equips graduates with the skills to drive meaningful social change, create innovative solutions, and contribute to resilient, sustainable communities globally.

Sustainability Officer / Policy Analyst or Advisor on Social and Circular Economy Initiatives / Climate Change Project Coordinator / Social Impact Researcher / Community Development Officer / Consultant on Urban Resilience and Planning / Social Innovation Program Manager / Environmental and Social Impact Assessor / Sustainability Consultant
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