Communication and Information Sciences (PhD)-Doctoral at Vilnius University

What the program is

The Communication and Information Sciences PhD programme at Vilnius University prepares scientists to conduct independent scientific research, experimental development, and solve advanced scientific problems in communication and information. The programme provides state-of-the-art research training, advanced professional skills, and both quantitative and qualitative research methods. Research proposals can cover a broad range of communication and information topics.

Study focus and research areas

Research opportunities include sustainability and corporate responsibility, documentary and cultural heritage, information and communication practices, digital transformation, artificial intelligence and information management, scholarly and scientific communication, digital mediation and storytelling, publishing and reading, advertising, journalism, media, and political communication. Particular emphasis is placed on theoretically driven empirical research and contemporary digital communication challenges.

Tuition, funding and intake

Full-time doctoral studies last 4 years, while part-time studies can take up to 6 years. Full state-funded doctoral places with scholarships and self-funded studies are available. For non-state-funded places, tuition is €12,449 per year for full-time studies and €8,299 per year for part-time studies. Scholarships and employment possibilities are also available.

Admission and language requirements

The source describes the programme as seeking highly motivated and excellent doctoral candidates with a strong interest in information and communication research and provides extensive research-area guidance, but it does not specify a particular academic degree requirement or language-test score.