English Studies (Literature, Linguistics, Culture)
Master’s studies in English Studies (Literature, Linguistics, Culture) integrate literary, cultural, and linguistic research. You will analyse texts and phenomena through the lens of aesthetics, politics, identity, and discourse theory. Working with contemporary humanities methodologies, you will develop academic and cultural projects, deepen your conceptual thinking, and enhance your ability to reflect on language and cultural processes in a global context.
- Interdisciplinarity
- Good balance of theory and practice
- Career flexibility in an international environment
- degree of Master of Humanities
- Faculty of Philology
- 3
- Humanities
- Philology by language
- 120.0
- Part-time
- English
English Studies (literature, linguistics, culture) integrate the research of literature, culture, and language. Working with contemporary humanities methodologies, you will design academic and cultural projects while deepening your ability to think conceptually and reflect on language and cultural processes in a global context. You will develop the skills to critically assess the challenges of contemporary society, interpret complex ideas in academic and public discourse, engage in intercultural projects, and contribute to knowledge creation in a creative and responsible manner.
- You will be able to critically analyse literary, linguistic, and cultural phenomena in both contemporary and historical contexts, apply relevant theories and methods, appreciate cultural diversity, and understand global identity formation processes.
- You will be able to analyse and critically evaluate trends in linguistics, culture and literature in the social and research environments.
- You will be able to express your ideas in a structured manner in both academic and creative formats, work independently and collaboratively, engage in interdisciplinary projects.
- You will use English as a tool for research and professional communication, and apply your knowledge responsibly in the fields of culture, education, and social critique.
Entry qualification
Undergraduate diploma (or higher)
N. B. for non-EU/EFTA applicants: the gap since your completed Bachelor degree should not exceed five years.
Bachelor’s degree in the humanities or social sciences, or a minimum of 15 ECTS credits in linguistics, literature, and/or cultural studies is required for admission to the English Studies programme with specialisations in Literature, Linguistics, Culture or Media Linguistics
Bachelor’s degree in the humanities is required for admission to the English Studies programme with specialisations in Linguistics
If your qualification meets the requirements, you will receive an invitation for a motivational interview.
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.
It is required that you send verified copies of the entry qualification documents directly to the university by postal mail. Important! Never send original documents by post!
Language requirements
English
English language proficiency (at least C1 level according to the CEFR), as demonstrated by passing one of the international examinations:
• IELTS: 7+;
• TOEFL: 587+ (paper based) arba 94+ (iBT internet-based test);
• Pearson PTE Academic: 76+;
• LanguageCert IESOL: C1;
• Duolingo English test: 130+;
Or other proof of proficiency in English at C1 level according to the CEFR.
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.
Other requirements
Applicants from Bangladesh, Nepal and Pakistan must submit OMPT-C (Online Mathematics Placement Test) Certificate (minimum passing grade – 55%).
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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).
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.
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