Overview
Such topics as transnational mobility, debated cultural practices of inclusion and exclusion as well as the transformation of the state are especially articulated in the Programme. It also provides the students with a thorough theoretical and methodological grounding, essential for attaining non-judgmental understanding and appreciation of the diversity of cultures, significance of cross-cultural perspectives and intercultural understanding. The students are taught to conduct independent scientific research and ethnographic fieldwork as well as apply other methods of inquiry.The Social Anthropology Programme at Vytautas Magnus University is taught in English and provides an opportunity for the international and local students to study together; it also combines classroom and experiential field-based learning activities that are adopted to each student’s career plan.
Key Features
- Due to international cooperation between Vytautas Magnus University and Southern Illinois University (USA) Social Anthropology students have the opportunity to receive Southern Illinois University’s Certificate in Intercultural Understanding. For that the successful completion of 18 ECTS three courses held by visiting anthropology professors from Southern Illinois University and other universities is required.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- transnational mobility
- debated cultural practices of inclusion and exclusion
- transformation of the state
- anthropology
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , International
- Apply before , EEA/EU
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Anthropology Sociology View 3 other Masters in Sociology in LithuaniaWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Student insurance
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Other requirements
General requirements
- University Bachelor’s degree diploma (or higher) and its supplement (Transcript of Records or the Grade Sheet);
Priority is given to those from the fields of Business, Management, Economics;
Additional courses might be required;
- Proof of English proficiency
- Admission score counting is based on the average of final assessments of the first cycle study subjects*0.6 + Grade of the final thesis of bachelor studies*0.3 + Motivation letter*0.1.
Tuition Fee
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International
4384 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4384 EUR per year during 24 months. -
EU/EEA
4384 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4384 EUR per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Kaunas
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Funding
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