Why should you choose studies at the Faculty of Philology of Vilnius University?
- Multilingual and multicultural environment:
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- more than 25 languages and cultures offered as part of major/minor undergraduate study programmes or as optional course units;
- local and international students are learning together.
- Wide range of study programmes focusing on linguistics, a specific language, literature, and culture.
- QS World University Ranking by Subject: VU is among the top 250 universities in Linguistics.
- The teaching staff:
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- researchers with an expertise in linguistics, literary and cultural studies;
- experienced language teachers;
- native speakers make up 15% of the faculty’s teaching staff.
- A curriculum that aligns with current trends in the labour market and students’ needs.
- Open and flexible studies: students can choose up to 50% of the curriculum according to their interests (foreign languages, a wide range of individual study subjects, optional course units, Minor studies) and acquire a unique set of competencies.
- Internships in Lithuania and abroad in editing, language teaching, intercultural communication or research.
- Numerous opportunities for studies and internships abroad (up to 12 months):
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- about 200 international agreements on student and lecturer exchange;
- about 100 students per year enrol in part-time studies (ERASMUS+, NORDPLUS, NORDLIKS, ARQUS or other exchange programmes).
- Developing valuable general skills: independent work and teamwork, critical and creative thinking, problem-solving, international communication, quality orientation and responsibility.
Careers
Our alumni are well prepared for many different paths and pursue successful careers at/in:
- foreign missions in Lithuania/Lithuanian embassies abroad;
- International organizations;
- translation agencies;
- publishing houses, editorial offices;
- cultural and educational institutions;
- the media, public relations organisations;
- business and service companies: travel agencies, hotels, banks, logistics companies.
Many graduates also choose freelance and work as self-employed translators, editors, copywriters, publishers, language teachers, and creative communication staff.