Overview

The Social Sciences - Education programme offered by Lithuanian Sports University covers a range of research topics within the field of education, including physical activity-related learning, instructional approaches, preparation of educators, methodological approaches, and support systems for individuals with disabilities. It enables the study of educational processes in both theoretical and applied contexts.

Key Facts

The programme is conducted through collaboration between multiple universities, strengthening academic cooperation and supporting comprehensive investigation of educational issues. Candidates engage in research aimed at improving teaching practices, learning outcomes, and social support mechanisms within diverse educational environments.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Physical education
Motor learning
Sport
Pedagogy and didactics
Teacher training/ Research methods
Social welfare and support for disabled people

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kaunas, Lithuania

Disciplines

Education Liberal Arts

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

a master’s degree or its equivalent qualification diploma, its appendix (the originals and their copies; the originals shall be returned immediately) and a certificate of recognition of higher education qualifications acquired abroad, issued by the Centre for Quality Assessment in Higher Education;
two references written by scientists in the field of Educational Sciences;
a curriculum vitae;
a list of scientific works and their copies;
other documents indicated in the conditions of application to the doctoral studies.

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Tuition Fees

Living costs

Kaunas

Lithuania

428 - 740 EUR / month

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Funding

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Scholarships Information

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