Educational Systems

Create education that changes the world
These studies develop educators who not only adapt to changing teaching and learning needs but also create innovative educational solutions themselves. You’ll learn how to integrate technology into education, design innovative teaching methods and develop educational systems that meet the needs of diverse learning communities. Graduates of the Educational Systems programme become leaders of educational change, transforming existing teaching practices and introducing new educational standards.

in Lithuanian

Programme values

In a small, modern lecture space, students engage in a discussion on business development strategies led by a lecturer. The close-knit learning environment encourages active interaction and deep topic exploration.

Valued by industry leaders

The programme integrates education, informatics and management, providing a broad interdisciplinary education. It is curated by experienced professionals in the field, and EdTech Lithuania and Elicėjus specialists contribute to the development of innovative projects.

ntrance to the Faculty of Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities (SHMMF) at Kaunas University of Technology – a historical-style building located in the heart of Kaunas Old Town. It symbolizes KTU’s connection to the city's cultural heritage and its commitment to quality education in the city center.

Inspiring learning environment

Some of the classes will take place in KTU’s inspiring learning spaces such as EDU_Lab and M-Lab. You will work in teams, use design thinking, analyse case studies and solve practical tasks that will stimulate creativity, and innovation, thus gaining valuable knowledge in real situations.

Students from KTU’s GIFTed program tackle real-world challenges using the mind map method – this is a space for high-potential youth to collaborate, think creatively, and lead with purpose.

Real-world cases

Students will develop educational projects, learning platforms and educational scenarios relevant to different fields. Interdisciplinary educational projects are implemented in cooperation with teachers from different faculties.

A student raises his hand during discussion – KTU encourages active participation, critical thinking, and self-driven decision-making. Flexible study paths allow each learner to shape their own academic journey.

New Freedom to shape your path

The programme offers 18 credits of personalised modules tailored to your interests, including a variety of subjects offered by the University, such as an audiovisual lab, creative experience or product development projects, creating a unique and flexible learning experience that fits your goals and vocation.

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

Innovation development

create real innovations – products or services with social partners

Career opportunities

This programme inspires you to become an educator of the future – one who creates modern learning environments, nurtures creative minds, and drives societal progress.
As a graduate, you will have the opportunity to develop innovative educational solutions, manage learning processes, and contribute to advancements in education. You will gain expertise in designing educational systems, utilizing the latest technologies, and fostering creativity and innovation in learning.

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

Learning Programme Developer

Designs and implements learning programmes and educational projects that meet today’s educational needs and are adapted to different levels of learning.

Educational Consultant

Advises educational institutions and organisations to help them innovate, improve learning methods and develop innovative and relevant educational projects.

Digital Education Strategist

Develops and implements strategies for digital learning solutions in educational institutions, helping to develop effective distance and blended learning programmes using innovative technologies and advanced teaching methods.

Admission requirements and programme structure

Cycle – first cycle

Field – education, management, software engineering

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

Study type – day-time, on-campus

Location – Kaunas, Faculty of Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities

Language – lithuanian

Degree awarded – bachelor of education sciences

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

Financial support »

Semester

Module name	Credits	Method of organisation

Application of Cognitive Neuroscience	3	Blended learning
General and Inclusive Education	6	On-campus learning
Informatics 1	6	On-campus learning
Introduction to Educational Systems	9	On-campus learning
Mathematics	6	On-campus learning

Module name	Credits	Method of organisation

Developmental Psychology	6	Blended learning
Management	6	On-campus learning
Public Programmes and Projects	6	Blended learning

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

Media Philosophy	6	Blended learning
Sustainable Development	6	Blended 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

Coaching	3	Distance learning
Ethics of Artificial Intelligence	3	Blended learning
Fundamentals of Marketing	6	On-campus learning
General Neuropsychology	6	Blended learning
Quantitative and Qualitative Methods in Social Research	6	On-campus learning
Visual Design	6	On-campus learning

Module name	Credits	Method of organisation

Educational Process Design	6	On-campus learning
Image Syntax	6	On-campus learning
Innovation Management	6	On-campus learning
Survey Research	6	Blended learning
Teaching and Learning	6	On-campus learning

Module name	Credits	Method of organisation

Audiovisual Laboratory and Communication Design	6	On-campus learning
Education in a Virtual Environment	6	On-campus learning
Educational Technology Project	6	On-campus learning
Social Networks and Media Analysis	6	On-campus learning

Electives (Select 6 cr.)

Programming in Python	6	On-campus learning
Web Content Creation and Publishing	6	On-campus learning

Module name	Credits	Method of organisation

Educational Innovations	6	On-campus learning
Product Development Project	12	On-campus learning
Psychology of Groups and Effective Teamwork	6	On-campus learning

Optional Subjects 2025

Module name	Credits	Method of organisation

Creative Experience Project	12	On-campus learning
Education in Community	6	On-campus learning

Optional Subjects 2025

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.
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.
Blended – learning on the university premises and online.
Distance – almost all learning 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.
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.

What will you learn

To plan your studies and career by working in a team
To apply knowledge of mathematics and computer science in practice
To manage group learning in real and virtual learning environments
To apply inclusive education models in educational institutions or communities

To understand the psychological patterns of development and education
To manage public programmes and projects in organisations
To learn the fundamentals and applications of media philosophy or sustainable development
To apply basic management techniques and principles to simulate organisational activities

To apply educational leadership to develop your competences
To conduct social research
To analyse marketing issues
To create graphic design

To develop relevant educational content, using the resources of the educational environment, teaching methods and technologies
To model the educational process, taking into account the educational objectives and context
To make an audiovisual montage
To create and share inclusive educational resources within the learning community

To develop technology-based educational projects
To implement education in a virtual environment
To analyse social networks and media
To create audiovisual clips

To implement educational innovation through design thinking
To develop relevant educational products in a cross-disciplinary team
To manage a new product development project by systematically applying product development methodologies
To present your ideas and solutions using digital tools

To implement education in the community
To develop educational projects for creative experiences
To collaborate in an interdisciplinary group and/or team
To justify decisions and research results to an audience of specialists and non-specialists, both verbally and in writing

To develop technology-based education systems
To improve educational practices
To apply knowledge and skills in the organisation of your choice
To plan and carry out the investigation
To analyse the results of the study
To summarise and present the results of the study

Admission requirements

The programme is only conducted in Lithuanian language. Entry requirements for this particular programme can be found in the programme description provided in Lithuanian language.

in Lithuanian

Testimonials

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KTU studies stand out from other as they combine different fields of science and aim to educate specialists who can not only understand technologies but also apply them in education. This synergy allows students to acquire not only theoretical but also practical competencies. KTU graduates create new learning experiences, work in the education sector and shape its direction in a smart, creative and strategic way.

Mantas Vičius

CEO, BBright

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KTU is distinguished by its strong academic base, innovative approach to studies and close cooperation with the business and technology sector. The university emphasises interdisciplinary learning, which allows students to acquire not only the knowledge required for their specialty, but also a broader range of skills that are important in today’s job market.

Jurgita Jaruševičienė

Chief Executive Officer, Mokosi.lt

International mobility partners

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FAQ

What is the language of instruction for this programme?

The language of instruction for this programme is Lithuanian only, which means that all teaching, coursework and examinations are conducted in this language.

What kind of career opportunities are there after graduating with a degree in education?

A degree in Education opens up career opportunities as a non-formal educator, cultural education programme developer, learning content developer, online platform developer, education centre manager or education project developer.

Why study Educational Systems?

The Educational Systems programme is the perfect choice for those who want to gain in-depth knowledge of the design, management and technological solutions of educational systems. This unique programme in Lithuania combines education and management, equipping students with the skills to design and implement educational innovations in a variety of areas, from traditional teaching to digital learning platforms. Graduates acquire both theoretical and practical skills to successfully adapt to the ever-changing educational environment.