Program Overview

Medijų ir Informacinis Raštingumas

The program in Media and Information Literacy is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to critically evaluate and effectively utilize various forms of media and information.

Program Description

• The program focuses on developing an understanding of the complex relationships between media, information, and society.
• It explores the ways in which media and information systems shape and are shaped by social, cultural, and political contexts.
• Students learn to analyze and critically evaluate different types of media and information, including traditional media, digital media, and social media.

Curriculum

• Foundational Courses: Introduction to Media and Information Literacy, Principles of Communication, and Information Technology.
• Core Courses: Media Analysis, Information Literacy, Digital Media and Society, and Research Methods in Media Studies.
• Elective Courses:
  • Advanced Topics in Media and Information Literacy
  • Media, Culture, and Society
  • Digital Journalism and Media Production
  • Information Policy and Ethics

Admission Criteria

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Communications, Media Studies, Journalism, Information Science).
• GPA requirement: 3.0 or higher.
• English proficiency test scores (for international students).
• Letters of recommendation.
• Personal statement outlining research interests and career goals.

Research Areas

• Media and Society
• Information Literacy and Education
• Digital Media and Communication
• Media Policy and Regulation
• Critical Studies of Media and Information

Faculty and Resources

• The program is taught by a faculty of renowned scholars and practitioners in the field of media and information literacy.
• State-of-the-art media labs and research facilities.
• Access to extensive libraries and digital resources.

Career Opportunities

• Media analyst or critic
• Information literacy educator
• Digital media specialist
• Media policy advisor
• Researcher in media and communication studies

Tuition Fees

• Please consult the university's website for the most current tuition fee information.

Contact

For more detailed information about the program, including admission requirements, curriculum, and faculty profiles, please refer to the official university website or contact the department directly.