International Law in Lithuania

A Master of Law programme delivered by leading practitioners and experts in the field of international law within an innovative and vibrant environment aimed at increasing the employability of those who want to work globally.

International Law, Master’s - 1.5 years, 4606€/year (English)

This 1.5-year programme of 90 ECTS, delivered in English, builds upon the University’s value of preparing students for the future. It provides students with the choice of specialising in either Public International Law or Private International Law and offers several subjects in both fields. It will assist students who wish to work for international institutions, state departments, diplomatic missions, international law firms, international businesses and non-governmental organisations:

  • Through practical teaching, including role playing and moot courts, students will get to learn how to use skills such as legal research, legal writing, legal reasoning and advocacy in different fields of international law;
  • They will learn how to use soft skills such as problem solving, strategic thinking and leadership;
  • These will be applied in experiential, case-study based scenarios, where students will get to see how these skills are used in real-life international law issues, developing a practical awareness of how international law works;
  • Students will explore contemporary issues of global concern;
  • These soft and other skills are globally desired.

The University provides strong student support and is a member of many local, regional and international networks. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is an official partner of the program and experts from across the world are invited to deliver talks. Students are also provided with the opportunity to travel abroad under the institutional Erasmus+ and Nordplus mobility network.

The programme is delivered by leading practitioners and experts. This includes many country specialists and present and former international and constitutional judges, officials of international organisations and litigation specialists. All contributors are actively involved in international scholarship and research, including in international human rights law, sustainability, compliance, cyber security, international humanitarian law, international family and succession law, and international dispute resolution, etc.

STUDY PROGRAMME PLAN

  • Problems of International Protection of Human Rights;
  • Refugee Law;
  • International Humanitarian Law;
  • Research methodology and new technologies;
  • Diplomatic and Consular Law;
  • Private International Law and Sustainability;
  • International Law of Treaties;
  • Litigation at the European Court of Human Rights;
  • Master Thesis Project;
  • International Law of the Sea;
  • Compliance and compliance risks management;
  • International Aviation Law;
  • International Dispute Settlement;
  • International Investment Law;
  • International law conferences;
  • Master Thesis;
  • Law of International Organizations;
  • Private International Law and Blockchain Technologies.

Learning Outcomes

General competences and learning outcomes

  1. Personal abilities and social abilities
  • Ability to independently analyse international legal documents and complex practical situations, identify and describe possible problems related to international legal norms creation, interpretation and application, as well as propose motivated legal solutions to these problems or situations and their prevention;
  • Ability to work in a team, plan complex activities, comprising various interconnected international legal problems and issues, effectively collaborate with colleagues and clients;
  • Ability to make well-grounded, logical conclusions summarising and applying information generated from various international legal sources;
  • Ability to clearly and unambiguously advise and familiarise with international law, its regulation and international legal situation the stakeholders who do not have specific international law knowledge.

Subject specific competences and learning outcomes

  1. Knowledge and its application
  • Ability to apply international law knowledge, legal norms and international judicial, arbitration and administrative decisions/jurisprudence to concrete situations with a view of resolving international legal problems in new or unfamiliar context or broader (multidisciplinary) context related to study area, as well as applying legal norms in a way that safeguard the human rights, environment and friendly relations among states;
  • Ability to apply acquired knowledge and skills in representing the state in international or European institutions, implementing international projects, and/or assigned tasks in a practical (work related) environment in a foreign country.
  1. Research skills
  • Ability to identify the problems of international legal research and research hypothesis, verify it, determine concrete and practically attainable research objectives and tasks, as well as to achieve them in the course of research;
  • Ability to search for information necessary for research, segregate relevant information from a variety of sources, synthesize and summarise it with a view of reaching the research objectives and tasks and verifying research hypothesis;
  • Ability to make independent decisions, oriented to regulation and improvement of international legal relations, including the drafting of international legal documents and that of national legal acts, implementing international legal regulation.
  1. Special abilities
  • Ability to resolve certain practical complex legal situations that may arise in international relations through application of knowledge acquired during studies and individual work, international legal documents and national legal acts;
  • Ability to independently determine the nature of international legal situations and/or disputes between international law subjects;
  • Ability to independently determined and propose the means and ways for legal regulation/resolution of international disputes, which best responds to the situation and expectations of the parties to a dispute;
  • Ability to clearly and unambiguously deliver logical, knowledge-based expert conclusions to specialist and non-specialist audiences while evaluating international legal document, another international legal source or the national legislation in the context of international legal regulation;
  • Ability to integrate knowledge of various international law sub-branches and other branches of law and resolve complex international law problems (in a court or legal practice contexts) by proposing ethically and socially responsible (including human rights’ orientation) decisions based on international and national law.

Advantages in studies in Lithuania

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Advantages of Studying in Lithuania

Lithuania offers a unique blend of high-quality education, affordability, and a welcoming environment. Tuition fees in Lithuania are generally lower compared to other European countries, making it an attractive destination for international students seeking high-quality education at a reasonable cost. There are several scholarship opportunities available for international students, including merit-based and government-funded scholarships that cover tuition fees and living expenses. Lithuanians are known for their welcoming and friendly nature. The country is a multicultural society, offering international students the opportunity to interact with people from diverse backgrounds. Lithuania is full of scenic beauties such as forests, beaches, and historic sites. The capital city, Vilnius, is famous for its historic architecture and vibrant culture. English is widely spoken in Lithuania, particularly among young people and in the academic community. This makes it easy for international students to integrate into society and communicate with their peers.

Higher Educational System

Lithuania's higher education system follows the Bologna Process, offering three main cycles: Bachelor's (3-4 years), Master's (1.5-2 years), and Doctoral (3-4 years). The academic year is divided into two semesters: the autumn semester (September to January) and the spring semester (February to June). The grading system typically uses a scale from 1 (very poor) to 10 (excellent). Average annual tuition fees range between €2,000 to €5,000. The examination session lasts 2-3 weeks at the end of each semester.

Cost of Living

The cost of living for students in Lithuania is relatively affordable. Monthly expenses, including accommodation, food, transportation, and entertainment, range from €500 to €800. Renting a student dormitory costs around €100-€200 per month, while private accommodation can range from €300-€600. Public transportation is also affordable, with monthly passes costing around €10-€15.

Lithuania is an ideal country for young people seeking a quality European education.

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