Master of Languages and Cultures of the Nordic and Baltic Sea Region

Vilnius University – Lithuania

The Master’s programme in Languages and Cultures of the Nordic and Baltic Sea Region at Vilnius University provides advanced interdisciplinary training in linguistic, literary, and cultural studies across Northern, Central, and Eastern Europe.

This programme allows students to deepen expertise in:

• Norwegian
• Danish
• Swedish
• Finnish
• German
• Polish
• Latvian
• Lithuanian
• Russian

Students explore cross-cultural and comparative perspectives on:

• Migration and place
• Gender and family discourses
• Posthumanism and digital cultures
• Cinema and contemporary literature
• Political narratives and propaganda
• Socio-linguistic developments

The programme combines academic rigor with experiential learning methods and allows flexible specialization in:

• Literary & Cultural Studies
• (Socio)Linguistics
• Interdisciplinary track

Students may also collaborate with partner institutions in the Nordic and Baltic region.

Career Outcomes

Graduates pursue careers in:

• Government & diplomatic services
• International organisations
• Cultural institutions
• Translation & language mediation
• Private sector roles requiring regional expertise
• Research & academic careers

The programme develops advanced cultural competence, critical thinking, and linguistic proficiency essential for international careers.

Official Recruitment Partner

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Program Requirements
  • Academic Requirement:

    Bachelor’s Degree (Undergraduate diploma or higher)

    For Non-EU/EFTA applicants:
    • Gap after Bachelor’s degree should not exceed 5 years

    • Shortlisted applicants may be invited for a motivational interview

    • Documents accepted in English or Lithuanian
    • Official translations required if not in accepted languages

  • English Language Requirement:

    Minimum Level: B2 (CEFR)

    Accepted Tests:

    • IELTS: 6.0+
    • TOEFL: 500 (Paper) / 60+ (iBT)
    • Cambridge English: 173+
    • Pearson PTE Academic: 65+
    • LanguageCert IESOL B2
    • Duolingo: 105+

    Exemption:
    • Native English speakers
    • Previous degree taught in English

    Additional Language Requirement

    Proficiency in chosen specialization language at minimum B1 level (CEFR):

    • Danish
    • Norwegian
    • Swedish
    • Finnish
    • German
    • Polish
    • Latvian
    • Lithuanian
    • Russian

  • Special Requirement: Motivational interview (if invited) • Specialisation language proficiency required (B1 level) • Certified true copies of academic documents required
Key Facts
  • Campus: Vilnius University Faculty of Philology Universiteto str. 5, 01513 Vilnius, Lithuania Study Location: Vilnius, Lithuania
  • Course Credentials: Master in Humanities
  • Course Duration: 2 Years
  • Annual Tuition Fee: 5,815 per year
  • Intakes: September 2026
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