Program Overview

Program Overview

The Skandinavistika (Danish) program at Vilniaus Universitetas is a four-year undergraduate degree that focuses on the languages, literature, culture, history, and society of the Nordic countries. The program aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the region and its cultural significance.

Program Details

• Qualification Level: Bachelor's degree in Humanities
• Department: Faculty of Philology
• Duration: 4 years
• City: Vilnius
• Study Field: Philology by language
• Credits: 240.0
• Study Form: Full-time
• Language: English, Danish

Program Plan

The program includes a range of courses that cover the history, literature, culture, and language of the Nordic countries. Students will have the opportunity to study the region's success story, including its welfare model, historical turning points, Viking Age, and contemporary popular culture. The program also offers courses in language acquisition, allowing students to reach a B2 level in one of the Nordic languages.

Admission Requirements

• Minimum Requirements:
  • Pass at least 3 state exams (Lithuanian language and literature, mathematics, and one elective subject)
  • Achieve a minimum average score of 50 in the 3 state exams
• Additional Requirements:
  • For students who graduated before 2026, please check the requirements according to your graduation year

Competitive Score

The competitive score is calculated based on the following subjects:

• Lithuanian language and literature (exam): 0.4
• History or geography or mathematics or foreign language (exam or grade): 0.2
• Any other subject not overlapping with the above (exam or grade): 0.2
• Foreign language (exam or grade): 0.2

Additional Points

Additional points can be awarded for achievements such as:

• Winning prizes in olympiads or competitions
• High grades in the final project
• Volunteer work or other significant achievements

Application Procedure

1. Choose a study program: Browse through the available undergraduate and integrated study programs and their requirements.
2. Check for additional requirements: Depending on the program, additional requirements such as diploma recognition or grade conversion may apply.
3. Submit an application through LAMA BPO: During the general admission period, applications are submitted through the LAMA BPO system.
4. Wait for an invitation to study and sign a study agreement: After receiving an invitation to study, pay the registration fee and sign the study agreement within the specified deadline.

Study Results

Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:

• Understand the languages, literature, culture, history, and society of the Nordic countries
• Analyze the context and problems of the Nordic countries' culture, literature, history, and society
• Communicate in the chosen Nordic language at a B2/C1 level
• Acquire intercultural competence and critical thinking skills

Financing

• Tuition fee for non-state-funded students: 4,108 EUR per year
• Scholarships: Available for students with excellent academic results, active scientific, sporting, or public activities, and those in difficult social situations.
• State-funded loans: Available to help finance studies and living expenses during the study period.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Skandinavistika program can pursue careers in various fields, including:

• Translation and interpretation
• Teaching and education
• Public relations and communication
• Project management and international relations
• Culture and tourism
• Journalism and publishing

Why Choose This Program?

The Skandinavistika program offers a unique opportunity to study the languages, literature, and culture of the Nordic countries. With a strong focus on language acquisition and cultural competence, graduates will be well-equipped to pursue careers in a range of fields. The program also offers a range of elective courses, allowing students to tailor their studies to their interests and career goals.