BA programmes

Why study at the Faculty of Philology of Vilnius University?

• Multilingual and multicultural environment:  

• more than 25 languages and cultures offered as part of major/minor 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: 

• 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):  

• 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.