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Vehicle Engineering

From engine to intelligent mobility
Do you see yourself developing electric cars, intelligent traffic management systems and sustainable mobility solutions? The Vehicle Engineering programme combines classic automotive engineering with modern technologies to design and develop transport vehicles and systems. From engine design to alternative energy sources, you’ll tackle real-world engineering challenges in laboratories and practical projects. When you graduate, you’ll have a wide range of career opportunities in the automotive industry, transport or mobility start-ups.

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Programme values

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.
Valued by industry leaders

You will be able to build your career success story in automotive and transport companies ALTAS Auto, Elinta Motors, Continental Automotive Lithuania, Schmitz Cargobull Baltic, Via Lietuva, LTG Group, Transport Competence Agency, etc and others. 

KTU’s Santaka Valley building – a state-of-the-art research and innovation hub where academia and business collaborate. This is where future solutions are born.
Inspiring learning environment

Advanced laboratories and contemporary research facilities, innovative problem-solving and project-based learning methods, and a team of professional lecturers – all these aspects will contribute to your success. 

Students at Kaunas University of Technology’s engineering lab engage in hands-on mechanical experiments – this space fosters learning through doing and deep technological understanding. It’s part of a practice-based study approach where students explore and build real-world engineering solutions together.
Real-world cases

In this study programme, you can implement your own ideas or join existing projects such as the Student Formula, the Electric Car, the Driving Simulator and others. 

Students studying using computers – a flexible academic environment that supports remote learning and self-paced study. KTU accommodates diverse learning styles.
New Freedom to shape your path

Choose modules in Vehicle Design and Control or Railway Transport and take advantage of exclusive opportunities for international traineeships at NASA and exchange studies at prestigious universities such as the University of Applied Sciences in Linköping or the University of Applied Sciences Munich.

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

Career opportunities

Build the perfect car. This programme provides transport engineering knowledge and skills to develop and apply innovative solutions for the safe, efficient, economical, and environmentally friendly movement of people and goods by designing or improving vehicles, systems, and components.

Professionals in this field are highly sought after and can pursue a variety of career paths:

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Automotive and Component Designer

Develops energy-efficient and environmentally friendly vehicles, along with the systems and components that support their operation, by integrating design methodologies, motion theory, control systems, and manufacturing technologies.

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Road and Rail Transport Engineer

Ensures the efficient operation of transport terminals, the safe operation of roads and railways, and the adoption of cost-effective and environmentally sound passenger and freight transport solutions.

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Urban Air Transport Engineer

Develops vertical take-off and landing aircraft that transport passengers and cargo safely and quickly, and can switch to conventional flight mode or city street traffic.

Admission requirements and programme structure

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A document icon refers to the field of study – such as engineering, technology, business, and more.
Field – transport engineering
Specialisations – railway transport, vehicle design and control
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Form, duration full-time studies (4 yr.)
A calendar icon indicates the mode of study – full-time, remote, or blended learning.
Study typeday-time, on-campus
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Language – lithuanian
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Degree awarded – bachelor of engineering sciences
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Yearly price i : full-time studies – 4108 €, price per credit – 68,47 €
Module name Credits Method of organisation
Engineering Graphics 6 On-campus learning
Information Technologies for Engineers 6 On-campus learning
Introduction to Transport Engineering 6 On-campus learning
Mathematics 1 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
Computer Drawing 3 On-campus learning
Materials Engineering 3 On-campus learning
Mathematics 2 6 On-campus learning
Physics 1 6 On-campus learning
Theoretical Mechanics 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
Applied Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics 6 On-campus learning
Computer-Aided Design 6 On-campus learning
Engineering Mechanics 6 On-campus learning
General Chemistry 6 On-campus learning
Theory of Probability and Statistics 6 On-campus learning
Module name Credits Method of organisation
Engineering Economics 6 On-campus learning
Fundamentals of Electrotechnics and Electronics 6 On-campus learning
Lightweight Structures 6 On-campus learning
Numerical Methods in Engineering 6 On-campus learning
Signals Theory 3 On-campus learning
Optional Subjects 2025 3
Module name Credits Method of organisation
Engines of Vehicles 6 On-campus learning
Fluid Power Systems 3 On-campus learning
Human Safety 3 On-campus learning
Measurements and Control 6 On-campus learning
Traffic Engineering and Safety 6 On-campus learning

Railway Transport

Infrastructure of Railway Transport 6 On-campus learning

Vehicle Design and Control

Road Vehicles and Methodology of their Design 6 On-campus learning

Optional Subjects

On-campus learning
Module name Credits Method of organisation
Autonomous Vehicle Systems 6 On-campus learning
Electric Drives 6 On-campus learning

Group of Electives 1 (pasirinkti 12 kr.)

Product Development Project 12 On-campus learning
Project Management 6 On-campus learning
Semester Project 6 On-campus learning
Semester Project 6 On-campus learning
Technology Entrepreneurship 6 On-campus learning

Railway Transport

Railway Rolling Stocks and Technical Maintenance 6 On-campus learning

Vehicle Design and Control

Road Vehicles Theory 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.
  • 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.

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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The Vehicle Engineering curriculum consists of many practical tasks with a variety of problem-solving techniques. A wide range of career opportunities opens up for the graduates of this programme, especially abroad, as vehicle engineering is constantly evolving, with the emergence of new electric vehicles, sustainable solutions and intelligent systems.

Domantas Prozoraitis
4th year student
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Studying vehicle engineering has helped me to develop strong engineering skills that are now useful in satellite design. In my first year, I joined the GIFTed Talent Academy, which got me even more involved in activities related to my studies. This encouraged me to look for new opportunities, and so in 2019, I started an internship at NASA Research Centre, which has helped me a lot in my career.

Deividas Čelkys
KTU alumnus, Mechanical Design Engineer, Kongsberg NanoAvionics
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As vehicles and their design and manufacturing processes become more complex, the need for vehicle engineers is growing. KTU alumni are distinguished by their technical training and excellent application of theory to the design of vehicle components.

Marijus Natanas
R&D Engineer, Altas

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FAQ

This programme is conducted exclusively in Lithuanian and there are no alternative language options for lectures, coursework or assessments.

Yes, the need for these professionals is increasing as transport is one of the biggest areas undergoing change. By gaining knowledge of transport engineering and the ability to apply the latest solutions, you’ll be contributing to the future of transport. Your work in developing or improving vehicles, systems and components can help ensure the safe, fast, economical and environmentally friendly movement of people and goods.

 

Contacts

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