Automation and Control

Technologies we wouldn’t be able to move without
Automation is the backbone of today’s world, enabling it to develop faster, more efficiently and smartly. With Automation and Control, you’ll learn how to design and implement advanced automation solutions – from machine control to intelligent systems, robotics and artificial intelligence. You’ll become a professional whose solutions shape our everyday lives and determine the direction of future technologies. Without these professionals, the world would simply not move forward.

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Programme values

A lecturer leads a session in the modern “Young-Lab” classroom, combining technology and a creative atmosphere. It’s a space where inspiring discussions and new ideas come to life.

Valued by industry leaders

The Investors’ Spotlight Quality Label awarded to this programme confirms that it meets the expectations of Lithuanian and international investors and is a leader in the training of automation systems specialists.

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Inspiring learning environment

Industry experts will share their practical experience in state-of-the-art laboratories and international training centres. You will develop your skills during hands-on workshops in companies, working with real-life production processes.

Students studying using computers – a flexible academic environment that supports remote learning and self-paced study. KTU accommodates diverse learning styles.

Real-world cases

During your studies, you will work with real industrial equipment and apply the theoretical knowledge from your academic studies to practical projects. You will learn about artificial intelligence (AI), computer vision, digital twin technologies and their application in various industrial fields.

A student team collaborates on a task – part of KTU’s advanced study programs where learning happens through cooperation and solving real-world challenges.

New Freedom to shape your path

You will have the opportunity to personalise your studies by choosing a specialisation and alternative study modules to suit your interests. You can also gain an additional teaching qualification during your studies.

In this study programme, you can choose the following study paths:

Deeper competence

specialise in your chosen field by selecting a set of study modules

Innovation development

create real innovations – products or services with social partners

Pedagogy

gain a teaching qualification by choosing additional studies in education

Career opportunities

Design, upgrade, program, and operate a wide range of production processes and technical systems. Gain the skills to control machines and ensure they perform according to your needs.
This programme equips you with knowledge in the automation of technical systems and technological processes, as well as the design, implementation, and operation of computer control systems across various industries, transport, and service sectors. You will learn to analyse and interpret complex processes and select innovative technical solutions to manage them effectively. Through hands-on experience in modern research and teaching laboratories, you will be prepared to tackle the challenges of contemporary production management and become an expert in the management technologies of the future.

Here are some of the careers you can pursue after your studies:

Automatic Control Systems Engineer

Instals and ensures the smooth operation of automated systems in installations. Responsible for the efficient, reliable and energy-efficient operation of automated systems and safe and uninterrupted production.

Control Systems Designer

Designs and implements modern, state-of-the-art automated production control systems. Involved in the development of new production management processes for companies.

Automation Systems Programmer

Knows many programming languages, and makes equipment work according to the user’s task. Develops applications for specialist automation hardware and knowledge transfer and visualisation systems.

Admission requirements and programme structure

Cycle – first cycle

Field – electronics engineering

Specialisations – control systems, mechatronic systems, process control

Form, duration – full-time studies (4 yr.)

Study type – day-time, on-campus

Location – Kaunas, Faculty of Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Language – english, lithuanian

Degree awarded – bachelor of engineering sciences

Yearly price ⁱ : full-time studies – 4108 €, price per credit – 68,47 €

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Semester

Module name	Credits	Method of organisation

Classical Physics	6	On-campus learning
Engineering Graphics	3	On-campus learning
Ethics of Artificial Intelligence	3	Blended learning
Introduction to Control Technologies	6	On-campus learning
Introduction to Programming for Engineers	6	On-campus learning
Mathematics 1	6	On-campus learning

Module name	Credits	Method of organisation

Computer Drawing	3	On-campus learning
Engineering Materials	3	On-campus learning
Engineering Mechanics	6	On-campus learning
Mathematics 2	6	On-campus learning
Physics 2	6	On-campus learning

Foreign Language Electives (Level C1) 2025 (Select 6 cr.)

Academic and Technical Communication in English (Level C1)	6	On-campus learning
Academic and Technical Communication in French (Level C1)	6	On-campus learning
Academic and Technical Communication in German (Level C1)	6	On-campus learning

Module name	Credits	Method of organisation

Analysis of Electric Circuits 1	6	On-campus learning
Electrical Materials and Measurements	6	On-campus learning
Software for Engineering Calculations	6	On-campus learning
Theory of Probability and Statistics	6	On-campus learning

Electives of Philosophy and Sustainable Development 2025 (Select 6 cr.)

Media Philosophy	6	Blended learning
Sustainable Development	6	Blended learning

Module name	Credits	Method of organisation

Analysis of Electric Circuits 2	6	On-campus learning
Applied Electronics	6	On-campus learning
Electrical Power Engineering	6	On-campus learning
Electromechanics	6	On-campus learning
Engineering Economics	6	On-campus learning

Module name	Credits	Method of organisation

Automatic Control Theory	6	On-campus learning
Electric Drives	6	On-campus learning
Instrumentation of Automation Systems	6	On-campus learning
Logical Automatics	6	On-campus learning

Specialization Electives or Optional Subjects

Control Systems

On-campus learning

Mechatronic Systems

Devices Digital Control	3	On-campus learning
Robot End Effectors 1	3	On-campus learning

Process Control

On-campus learning

Optional Subjects

On-campus learning

Module name	Credits	Method of organisation

Programmable Logical Controllers	6	On-campus learning
Real-Time Process Control	6	On-campus learning

Group of Electives (Select 12 cr.)

Electives of Entrepreneurship Education 2025	6
Optional Subjects 2025	6
Product Development Project	12	On-campus learning

Specialization Electives or Optional Subjects

Control Systems

On-campus learning

Mechatronic Systems

On-campus learning

Process Control

On-campus learning

Optional Subjects

On-campus learning

Module name	Credits	Method of organisation

Analysis and Reliability of Technical Systems	3	On-campus learning
Computer Controlled Systems	6	On-campus learning
Modelling of Processes and Systems	6	On-campus learning
Work Safety	3	On-campus learning

Specialization Electives or Optional Subjects

Control Systems

Control Systems Engineering	6	On-campus learning
Image Processing and Recognition	6	On-campus learning

Mechatronic Systems

Control Systems Engineering	6	On-campus learning
Mechatronic Automation Systems	6	On-campus learning

Process Control

Automation of Technological Processes	6	On-campus learning
Programmed Control of Processes	6	On-campus learning

Optional Subjects

On-campus learning

Module name	Credits	Method of organisation

Bachelor’s Degree Final Project	15	On-campus learning
Professional Internship	15	On-campus learning

Good to know

Module – a part of a study programme consisting of several related topics.
Credit – a unit of the volume of a study module in hours.
On-campus – learning on the university premises.
Blended – learning on the university premises and online.

Module – a part of a study programme consisting of several related topics.
Credit – a unit of the volume of a study module in hours.
On-campus – learning on the university premises.

Module – a part of a study programme consisting of several related topics.
Credit – a unit of the volume of a study module in hours.
On-campus – learning on the university premises.
Blended – learning on the university premises and online.

Module – a part of a study programme consisting of several related topics.
Credit – a unit of the volume of a study module in hours.
On-campus – learning on the university premises.

Module – a part of a study programme consisting of several related topics.
Credit – a unit of the volume of a study module in hours.
On-campus – learning on the university premises.

Module – a part of a study programme consisting of several related topics.
Credit – a unit of the volume of a study module in hours.
On-campus – learning on the university premises.

Module – a part of a study programme consisting of several related topics.
Credit – a unit of the volume of a study module in hours.
On-campus – learning on the university premises.

Module – a part of a study programme consisting of several related topics.
Credit – a unit of the volume of a study module in hours.
On-campus – learning on the university premises.

Learning outcomes

What will you learn

To apply programming knowledge to create a prototype of an object
To assess the ethics of IoT and robotics
To understand and evaluate the laws of physics

To draw two- and three-dimensional models using computer tools
To label engineering materials, select them according to operating conditions

To analyse DC and AC circuits
To calculate electrical circuits

To select electronic components for simple operations
To analyse market developments, identify factors influencing price changes, analyse consumer behaviour

To evaluate automated control systems
To solve problems in the selection and performance design of major system components

To select and program industrial controllers, their configurations and communications

To explain the principles of process and system modelling
To apply computer vision to electromechanical systems

To identify the problems and the need for automated management
To select the appropriate methods, techniques and technical tools to solve the problem

Learning outcomes

Admissions requirements

Proficiency in English	IELTS ≥ 5.5, TOEFL ≥ 75, CEFR ≥ B2, or equivalent.
Eligibility criteria:	High school certificate.Maximum 3 years after high school graduation. Minimum average grade (CGPA) >60% in each entry subject.
Transcript requirements:	Obtain a suitable transcript from your school. If unavailable, provide official translations and verified copies of the original documents.
Accepted languages:	English / Russian.
Document legislation:	The documents must be legalised (Apostille) by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the country where the documents were issued. This requirement does not apply to the EU and Belarus, Ukraine documents.

Score structure

0,4	final exam	mathematics
0,4	final exam	chemistry or physics, or biology, or information technologies, or geography
0,2	final exam	English language

admission procedure preparatory courses

Testimonials

Getting a job is easy for this study programme’s graduates and students – I found one in my second year. We are looking for ways to minimise the amount of manual labour and replace it with various machines. This involves many disciplines – mathematics, physics, computer science.

Džiugas Mockus

4th year student

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Automation and Control is a relevant and promising bachelor’s degree, and there is a high demand for specialists. Our company is dominated by graduates of this study programme. KTU stands out from other universities in the fields of industry, technology and infrastructure. In the context of foreign direct investment, companies focus on KTU graduates as one aspect of whether to invest in Lithuania.

Denis Gacicha

CEO for the Baltic Region, Schneider Electric

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These studies are the perfect choice for those who love science and technology. The competencies you acquire give you the opportunity to contribute to projects of global significance, and to learn about cutting-edge technologies and different cultures.

Tadas Rimavičius

Head of Lithuanian Headquarters, Beckhoff Automation

International mobility partners

Join an exchange programme with our international partners:

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FAQ

Will I learn how to work with AI?

Yes, the taught subjects of the programme include AI methods and their applications in various fields. Students use various AI tools and algorithms to implement them in practical projects.

What support does KTU provide for international students?

At KTU, we make sure international students have the support they need to settle in and succeed. From financial assistance and scholarships to well-being services, we help students cope with everyday challenges and feel at home. Our educational programmes are designed to support academic success and smooth integration into university life.

What automation and control applications will I learn?

During the studies, students learn to apply automation and control various processes wherever possible. It is a wide-ranging study programme where theoretical knowledge is strongly supported by practice. It covers everything from industrial, building, and energy automation to medical and manufacturing automation, including their control system design.

Contacts

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International Studies Office
Student Info Center
Studentų St. 50, LT-51368 Kaunas
email international@ktu.lt

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Faculty of Electrical and Electronics Engineering
IX Chamber
Studentų St. 48, LT-51367 Kaunas
email eef@ktu.lt

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Automation and Control

Programme values

Valued by industry leaders

Inspiring learning environment

Real-world cases

New Freedom to shape your path

In this study programme, you can choose the following study paths:

Career opportunities

Admission requirements and programme structure

Semester

Foreign Language Electives (Level C1) 2025 (Select 6 cr.)

Electives of Philosophy and Sustainable Development 2025 (Select 6 cr.)

Control Systems

Mechatronic Systems

Process Control

Optional Subjects

Group of Electives (Select 12 cr.)

Control Systems

Mechatronic Systems

Process Control

Optional Subjects

Control Systems

Mechatronic Systems

Process Control

Optional Subjects

Admissions requirements

Score structure

Testimonials

International mobility partners

Join an exchange programme with our international partners:

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FAQ

Will I learn how to work with AI?

What support does KTU provide for international students?

What automation and control applications will I learn?

Contacts