Vilnius University is an active participant in international scientific and academic activities and boasts many prominent scientists, professors and graduates. Scientific development and the expanding relations with global research centres have contributed to the variety of research and studies at Vilnius University.
About
History
Since its establishment in the 16th century, Vilnius University, as integral part of European science and culture has embodied the concept of a classical university and the unity of studies and research.
Education
- Vilnius University is a comprehensive university.
- Vilnius University offers undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate studies in humanities, social sciences, physical and biomedical sciences and technologies.
- University studies are of two types: degree and non-degree.
- Degree studies are to gain a university degree and (or) qualification.
- Non-degree studies are for improving skills, or change, add to already education.
Research
Research Areas:
1. Humanities.
2. Lithuanian Studies.
3. Structure and Development of Society.
4. Biological and Sociopsychological Cognition and Evolution of Man.
5. Healthy Man, Prevention, Diagnostics and Treatment of Diseases.
6. Genomics, Biomolecules and Biotechnologies.
7. Changes in Ecosystems, Protection, Natural Resources.
8. New Functional Materials and Derivatives.
9. Theoretical and Condensed Matter Physics.
10. Laser Physics and Light Technologies.
11. Fundamental and Applied Mathematics.
12. Informatics and Information Technologies.
Career
Non EU students who intend to work in the Republic of Lithuania must obtain a permit (Work permit) in the Labor Market. The students can work up to 20 hours per week after the first year at Vilnius University.
Bachelor's programmes
Business & Management (2)
- Bachelor International Business
Humanities (1)
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (1)
- Bachelor Light Engineering
Services
Student services
Orientation Week is designed to assist you - a new student - to settle into University life at Vilnius University.
Orientation week takes place in the first week of the beginning of each semester for all international students free of charge.
Participation in the Orientation Week is strongly recommended.
Housing services
Accommodation in Vilnius University dormitories is available only for Vilnius University students during the academic year.
- Accommodation in Kaunas
Regarding accommodation in Kaunas students should contact International office of Kaunas Faculty of Humanities.
- Accommodation in Vilnius
Library services
All students of Vilnius University may to use the university library. Vilnius University Central Library is located in the central building of the old campus.
There are libraries in each faculty as well. Lithuanian student card is necessary in order to use the library.
ICT services
You may use internet in the General Reading Room and Internet Reading Room at Vilnius University Library.
Each month Vilnius University students may use internet for 15 hours free of charge.
Upon exceeding this limit, a reader can't access internet until the beginning of a new month.
Medical services
- All international students are supposed to have medical insurance valid in Lithuania for the study period.
- Students from EU countries are not required to have any special health insurance.
- Students from non EU countries may obtain their health insurance either in their country or in Lithuania. It costs approximately 15 euro per month or more if you take it in Lithuania.
Student Life
Campus life
During the academic year students will have an opportunity to attend many events organized by Vilnius University and each faculty separately.
Students can join different lectures leaded by local and invited professors, concerts, cinema evenings and so on. However there are two events that shouldn’t be missed by any student.
Sports facilities
Vilnius university Health and sport center offers students different sport opportunities.
If you want work out or take care of your health we offer:
- General and specialized physical trainings (also there is a group for students with weak health )
- Individual trainings (for minimum charge)
Student clubs
Students Clubs:
- The orchestra “Oktava”
- Theatre troupe “MINIMUM”
- VU Kinetic Theatre Troupe
- Folklore Ensemble "Ratilio“
- Vilnius University Songs and Dances Ensemble
- VU Photography and Cinema Club
- Hikers club
The Global Study Awards
Together with the ISIC Association and British Council IELTS, StudyPortals offers you the chance to receive up to £10000 to expand your horizon and study abroad. We want to ultimately encourage you to study abroad in order to experience and explore new countries, cultures and languages.
Vilnius, Lithuania
Other Degrees
- 21 Masters