Vilnius University

What you'll study

The English Studies bachelor's programme combines language training, linguistics, literature and cultural studies with applied modules in translation, communication and media. Core components typically include advanced English language skills (including academic and professional registers), English and anglophone literatures, English phonetics and phonology, syntax and grammar, sociolinguistics, and discourse analysis.

• Practical translation and interpreting practice (general and specialised texts)
• Academic and professional writing; rhetoric and argumentation
• Literary periods and genres: from medieval to contemporary anglophone literature
• Applied linguistics: language acquisition, corpus linguistics and language teaching methodology
• Media, culture and intercultural communication; English in global contexts
• Electives and project work: elective options often include TESOL/TEFL methodology, language technology, digital humanities, or business communication
• Final-year independent research project or applied practicum, allowing students to specialise in a particular area of interest

Teaching methods combine seminars, workshops, language laboratory work, translation clinics and supervised research. The programme emphasises communicative competence, critical thinking and the ability to work with real-world texts and multimedia resources.

Entry requirements

Applicants are normally required to hold a secondary school completion certificate that qualifies them for higher education in their country. Demonstrated ability in English is essential: applicants may show competence through national school leaving grades, recognised language certificates or an internal assessment, depending on their prior education. Prospective students whose secondary education was not conducted in English are commonly required to provide proof of language level.

Selection may also take into account a personal statement, academic references and, in some cases, an interview or entrance examination focused on language and motivation. International applicants should check the university's guidance on recognised documents and any additional administrative requirements for enrolment.

Career prospects

Graduates of English Studies develop versatile skills valued across public and private sectors. Typical career paths include:

• English language teaching in schools, language centres and adult education (with additional teaching qualifications where required)
• Translation and localisation for publishing, IT, legal and technical industries
• Publishing, editing and journalism
• Public relations, marketing and communications, especially in international organisations and multinational companies
• Work in cultural institutions, NGOs, diplomacy and international relations
• Further academic study leading to research or university-level teaching in linguistics, literature or cultural studies

Practical training, internships and elective modules allow students to tailor their degree toward specific sectors and to build a professional portfolio during study.

Why study at Vilnius University

Vilnius University is the oldest and one of the largest higher-education institutions in the region, with a long tradition in humanities and language scholarship. The Department of English offers experienced academic staff, a curriculum that blends theoretical foundations with applied language training, and access to research seminars and international networks.

Students benefit from language labs and multimedia facilities, opportunities for Erasmus and other exchange programmes, and proximity to Vilnius’s vibrant cultural and international community—useful for internships and language immersion. The programme’s emphasis on both academic rigour and practical skills prepares graduates for a wide range of professional and postgraduate options.