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Russian Studies (Media Linguistics) (conducted in Russian)

The Russian Studies (Media Linguistics) Master’s programme trains specialists with a strong command of media language and solid expertise in the rapidly evolving digital media environment. Designed for those seeking to engage deeply with media analysis, it focuses on interpreting texts across diverse platforms using cutting-edge media linguistics methodologies. Awareness of Russia’s cultural nuances and historical contexts further strengthens students’ ability to decode implicit meanings and communicative intentions embedded in media content – a skillset of particular relevance in today’s information landscape. The programme is open to graduates from all academic disciplines who demonstrate Russian-language proficiency at the B2+ level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. Flexible and responsive to students’ academic interests, the programme offers opportunities to choose elective courses from other Master’s programmes and in other languages.

  • Career Flexibility
  • Cultural Awareness and Intercultural Collaboration
  • Research and Independent Problem-Solving Abilities

Russian Studies (Media Linguistics) (conducted in Russian)

The Russian Studies (Media Linguistics) Master’s programme trains specialists with a strong command of media language and solid expertise in the rapidly evolving digital media environment. Designed for those seeking to engage deeply with media analysis, it focuses on interpreting texts across diverse platforms using cutting-edge media linguistics methodologies. Awareness of Russia’s cultural nuances and historical contexts further strengthens students’ ability to decode implicit meanings and communicative intentions embedded in media content – a skillset of particular relevance in today’s information landscape. The programme is open to graduates from all academic disciplines who demonstrate Russian-language proficiency at the B2+ level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. Flexible and responsive to students’ academic interests, the programme offers opportunities to choose elective courses from other Master’s programmes and in other languages.

  • Career Flexibility
  • Cultural Awareness and Intercultural Collaboration
  • Research and Independent Problem-Solving Abilities
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  • degree of Master of Humanities
  • Faculty of Philology
  • 2
  • Humanities
  • Philology by language
  • 120.0
  • Full-time
  • Russian

  • degree of Master of Humanities
  • Faculty of Philology
  • 2
  • Humanities
  • Philology by language
  • 120.0
  • Full-time
  • Russian

Get acquainted with the detailed study plan.

Peržiūrėti programos planą
  • You will be able to effectively communicate in Russian in writing and orally, considering the communication situation.
  • You will analyze and evaluate media language phenomena and explain these features within a broader linguistic, cultural, and intercultural context.
  • You will effectively interpret media texts, learning to "read between the lines" and gaining skills in deciphering nuanced meanings in multimodal media content.
  • You will understand and evaluate the role of generative AI in transforming the field of mass communication. Gain insights into creative thinking by experimenting with different prompt formats and concepts to optimise AI performance.
  • Independently select topical media linguistic, cultural, or interdisciplinary problems, conduct research, and present findings to various audiences.
  • You will independently select topical media linguistic, cultural, or interdisciplinary problems, conduct research, and present findings to various audiences.
  • You will identify cultural identities and differences and collaborate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds to achieve common objectives in media-related fields.
  • You will take responsibility for the quality and improvement of their work, aiming to excel in fields such as academic research, media content creation, and roles within linguistic consulting and digital media startups.
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.

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.

You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university.

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!

Check additional country-specific requirements
Language requirements

English

Russian

English language proficiency (at least B2 level according to the CEFR), as demonstrated by passing one of the international examinations:
- IELTS score: 6+,
- TOEFL score: 500 (paper based) or 60+ (iBT Internet–based test
- Cambridge English exam: 173+,
- Pearson PTE Academic: 65+,
- LanguageCert IESOL B2,
- Duolingo English Test: 105+
- or other proof of English language proficiency at B2 level according to the CEFR.

Proficiency in Russian at least at B2 level according to the CEFR.

Applicants can be exempt from providing a level confirming certificate in cases described in the General admission requirements.

Proving your language skills

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4

5

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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.

 

Check the country-specific requirements

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.

Create the application accountPrepare the required documents

Take the interview

If your qualification and motivation match the programme, you will receive an invitation for an interview with the Admissions Committee.

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 you accommodation
  • 5 815 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 Master's

  • degree of Master of Humanities
  • Faculty of Philology
  • 2
  • Humanities
  • Philology by language
  • 120.0
  • Full-time
  • Russian

  • degree of Master of Humanities
  • Faculty of Philology
  • 2
  • Humanities
  • Philology by language
  • 120.0
  • Full-time
  • Russian

Get acquainted with the detailed study plan.

Peržiūrėti programos planą
  • You will be able to effectively communicate in Russian in writing and orally, considering the communication situation.
  • You will analyze and evaluate media language phenomena and explain these features within a broader linguistic, cultural, and intercultural context.
  • You will effectively interpret media texts, learning to "read between the lines" and gaining skills in deciphering nuanced meanings in multimodal media content.
  • You will understand and evaluate the role of generative AI in transforming the field of mass communication. Gain insights into creative thinking by experimenting with different prompt formats and concepts to optimise AI performance.
  • Independently select topical media linguistic, cultural, or interdisciplinary problems, conduct research, and present findings to various audiences.
  • You will independently select topical media linguistic, cultural, or interdisciplinary problems, conduct research, and present findings to various audiences.
  • You will identify cultural identities and differences and collaborate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds to achieve common objectives in media-related fields.
  • You will take responsibility for the quality and improvement of their work, aiming to excel in fields such as academic research, media content creation, and roles within linguistic consulting and digital media startups.
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.

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.

You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university.

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!

Check additional country-specific requirements
Language requirements

English

Russian

English language proficiency (at least B2 level according to the CEFR), as demonstrated by passing one of the international examinations:
- IELTS score: 6+,
- TOEFL score: 500 (paper based) or 60+ (iBT Internet–based test
- Cambridge English exam: 173+,
- Pearson PTE Academic: 65+,
- LanguageCert IESOL B2,
- Duolingo English Test: 105+
- or other proof of English language proficiency at B2 level according to the CEFR.

Proficiency in Russian at least at B2 level according to the CEFR.

Applicants can be exempt from providing a level confirming certificate in cases described in the General admission requirements.

Proving your language skills

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

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.

 

Check the country-specific requirements

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.

Create the application accountPrepare the required documents

Take the interview

If your qualification and motivation match the programme, you will receive an invitation for an interview with the Admissions Committee.

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 you accommodation
  • 5 815 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 Master's
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Career prospects

Graduates of the Russian Studies (Media Linguistics) programme are well equipped for professional roles in the contemporary digital media environment. Career paths include: 1) Academic sector – conducting research, teaching, and contributing to projects related to media content analysis. 2) International media companies and digital agencies – developing, analysing, and evaluating media texts across a range of formats and platforms. 3) LLM content moderation – ensuring the linguistic quality, accuracy, and communicative compliance of AI-generated content. 4) In the fields of public communication, media, and education (as media content creators, translators, educators, editors, communication or media project managers, or experts).

University lecturer or researcher / Specialist in linguistic, literary, or cultural research / Museum or cultural centre curator / Educational programme coordinator / Editor / Translator / Content creator

Why choose this programme?

Olga Fedorovskaya 

Programme alumna

The Vilnius University program “Russian Studies: Literature, Linguistics, Culture” offers a meticulously balanced curriculum covering various areas: linguistics, art canon, 19th-21st century literature, and the influence of history on cultural development. Students can choose from a broad range of courses, including the linguistic history of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania, media linguistics, and more. It is worth highlighting the excellent interaction with the teaching staff, which facilitates quick resolution of challenges and creates a conducive learning environment. Motivated students are given every opportunity for deep immersion in the subject matter, with lectures that include discussions and various options for creative expression, professional, and personal growth. Vilnius University offers excellent opportunities for those seeking comprehensive education, combining academic excellence with personalized support and attention to each student. My firsthand experience confirms all of the above, and I wholeheartedly recommend this program.

Why choose this programme?

Asist. dr. Tomas Čenys

Programme alumnus, professor in the programme

Before enrolling in the master's program in Russian Studies (Russian Studies: Literature, Linguistics, Culture), I was not certain what I wanted from my future career. At that time, I was already deeply interested in literature, but during my master's studies I gained knowledge in different areas of philology: linguistics, cultural history, and philosophy. After completing my studies, I felt that I had acquired a comprehensive understanding of the field.

The master's program encouraged me to consider an academic career—I began to aspire to become a university lecturer myself. The studies provided me with a professional foundation to continue my career in this field. The master's programme taught me to analyze language as a complex system and introduced me to different methods of literary analysis. In the literature seminars we discussed not only questions of literary theory but also essential philosophical issues.

Throughout my studies, I always felt supported by my lecturers. The master's program prepared me very well for further academic work; I entered the doctoral program and defended my dissertation. I was delighted to later teach in this program myself and to be able to call my former lecturers my colleagues.

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If you need more information or personalised advice, choose a VU Ambassador from your home country or the desired study programme and submit your question using the form below. You can expect to hear back from us within 2–3 working days.

Alina Lukashova, second year student at the programme

What I appreciate most about the Russian Studies programme is that each course opens a new perspective on the study of literature, linguistics, or culture, while also allowing you to view these fields through the prism of Lithuania’s cultural and historical context. The lecturers not only share their knowledge — they guide, support, and inspire. It is a space where every student’s opinion is valued and their ideas are taken seriously.

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