Social Work: Social Work in the Context of Global Crises (DreamApply: Social Work — specialization Social Work in the Context of Global Crises)
Vytautas Magnus University (VDU) · Kaunas, Lithuania
Huang Fengyi, China, graduate. Curriculum I semester II semester III semester IV semester Course Lecturer ECTS Credits Social Work Theoretical Models Julija Eidukevičiūtė Human Rights Perspectives in Social Work Jonas Ruškus Social Work Research 1 Jonas Ruškus Optional courses I Family Counselling in the Context of Changing Society Gedas Malinauskas Ethnicity, Migration and Politics of Identity Vidmantas Vyšniauskas Critical Reflection in Social Work Kelly Ann Melekis Total ECTS credits:
Key facts
- €4,690/year
- €5,000/year
- 2027-06-30
- 2027-05-31
- 2 years
- 120
- English
- Online
- 24 August 2026 (preliminary studies start, Autumn 2026/2027 intake — closed; Autumn 2027 intake dates not yet published)
- Autumn intake only (once per academic year)
Language requirements
English at B2 CEFR level (recent, valid certificate; results usually valid 2 years) required if the applicant is not a native speaker and has not received prior education in English; if prior education was in English, an official Medium-of-Instruction document from the school/university is required. Accepted certificates/scores: TOEFL iBT 87–109 / PBT 534–633; IELTS 5.5–6.5; Cambridge English First (FCE) 161–180; BEC Vantage 161–180; Michigan ECCE (min. 650); PTE General Level 3; PTE Academic 59; TOEIC Listening & Reading 785 + Speaking & Writing 310; Duolingo 100–125; EnglishScore 400–499 (CoreSkills); Cambridge IGCSE English First Language (grade B); Cambridge IGCSE English Second Language (grade B). VMU does not organise English language testing; students starting at B2 must reach Academic English C1 during studies.
Admission requirements
Bachelor's or equivalent degree in Social Sciences or Humanities; applicants with degrees in other sciences must take additional supplementary courses paid per credit; minimum 60% CGPA; minimum admission score 5.4. Competitive score: arithmetic mean of Bachelor's Diploma Supplement grades ×0.4 + grade of Bachelor's thesis or final examination ×0.3 + motivation letter and interview ×0.3.
Required documents
1) Copy of Bachelor's (or higher) degree diploma + Diploma Supplement / Transcript of Records — minimum 60% CGPA (55% for Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia; 65% for Egypt), in original language and officially translated into English, notarised and apostilled/legalised (exceptions: documents from EU, UK, USA, Canada, Ukraine, Moldova; final-year students may submit a current transcript + certificate of expected graduation); 2) Proof of English proficiency at B2 level (unless native speaker / prior education in English — then official MOI document); 3) Self-written motivational letter (1,200–3,000 characters); 4) Curriculum Vitae (Resume) in English; 5) Copy of passport (both names indicated, valid ≥2 years from submission); 6) 1 recent photo (3×4 cm); 7) Document confirming change of name/surname (if applicable); 8) Copy of Temporary/Permanent Residence Permit or Lithuanian national visa (if applicable); 9) Documents proving national/international academic, sports or artistic achievements; + non-refundable application fee €150 (covers up to 2 programme choices in one DreamApply application; citizens of Ukraine and applicants to Choreomundus are exempt).
Application deadlines
2027-06-30
2027-05-31
Programme overview
- Master's Degree in Social Sciences (DreamApply: Master in Social Sciences)
- 2 years
- 120
- English
- Online
- Full-Time
- Lithuania
- Faculty of Social Sciences
Official university
What will it actually cost?
| Tuition | Living | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| EU/EEA | €9,380 | — | needs the fee |
| Non-EU | €10,000 | — | needs the fee |
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