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Environmental Engineering

Joint doctoral studies with Vytautas Magnus University and the Lithuanian Energy Institute.

These studies are aimed at individuals who wish to become highly qualified researchers and address environmental challenges by developing innovative solutions. The PhD programme provides knowledge of sustainable technologies, ecosystem management, environmental protection and policy, and applies the latest research methods in practice.

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Values of the Science Field

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Relevance

These studies take an interdisciplinary approach, combining the latest environmental engineering technologies to address sustainability and environmental protection issues. They align research with the needs of industry and science, strengthening the ability to tackle challenges.

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Opportunities

Doctoral students can participate in international projects, collaborate with researchers and industry leaders, and attend international conferences. The programme encourages involvement in discussions about environmental strategy, providing valuable experience in the development of startups, innovations and new technologies.

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Benefits

The doctoral programme offers the opportunity to obtain a double degree with the University of Bologna and the Doctor Europaeus Certificate. Support is provided for skills development and paid projects, and there are opportunities to present research, engage in industry collaborations and gain teaching experience.

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Funding

Doctoral students receive a monthly scholarship and additional support for their studies, research and attendance at international conferences. Opportunities include Erasmus+ funded research placements abroad and funding to participate in international events. Additional scholarships are available for high academic performance and research activities.

Research Topics

Topic title	Possible scientific supervisors	Source of funding

Admission Requirements and Study Modules in the Field of Science

Cycle – third cycle

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

Language – Lithuanian, English

Degree awarded – Doctor of Science

Study Modules

Main modules

Module name	Credits	Method of organisation

Biosystems Engineering	9
Modern Environmental Protection Technologies	6	On-campus learning
Sustainable Development of Renewable Energy	6
Sustainable Industrial Development	9	On-campus learning

Alternative modules

Module name	Credits	Method of organisation

Advanced Solid Waste Treatment Technologies	9	On-campus learning
Advanced Water Treatment Technologies	6	On-campus learning
Agricultural Waste Decontamination, Processing and Recycling	6
Life Cycle Assessment	6	Blended learning
Product Ecodesign	6	On-campus learning
Production, Usage and Environmental Influence of Biofuel and Biolubricant	6
Sustainable Energy	6	Blended learning
Theory and Technologies of Air Pollution Abatement	6	On-campus learning
Water Quality Modelling	6

Elective modules

Module name	Credits	Method of organisation

Chemicals Risk Management	6	Blended learning
Environmental Management	9	On-campus learning
Environmentally friendly technological processes in agriculture	6
Nanotechnologies and Environmental Protection	6	On-campus learning
Physical - chemical analysis methods of environmental pollution	6
Sustainable Development of Cities	6	On-campus learning
Thermodynamic processes in biotechnology	6
Vibroacoustic processes in the system "Human-machine-environment"	6

Core skills modules

Module name	Credits	Method of organisation

Academic and Technical Research Writing	1	Blended learning
Design Thinking in Research	2	On-campus learning
Digital Support and Tools for Research Writing and Publication	2	Blended learning
Research Data Management	1	On-campus learning
Research Ethics	1	On-campus learning
Research Project Grant Management	2	Blended learning
Science Communication for the Public	1	Distance learning
Systematic Literature Review	1	Blended learning

Good to know

Main modules – provide essential knowledge in the field.
Alternative modules – allow deeper focus on alternative topics within the field.
Elective modules – help to individualize studies according to personal needs.
Core skills modules – develop general competences.

Main modules – provide essential knowledge in the field.
Alternative modules – allow deeper focus on alternative topics within the field.
Elective modules – help to individualize studies according to personal needs.
Core skills modules – develop general competences.

Main modules – provide essential knowledge in the field.
Alternative modules – allow deeper focus on alternative topics within the field.
Elective modules – help to individualize studies according to personal needs.
Core skills modules – develop general competences.

Main modules – provide essential knowledge in the field.
Alternative modules – allow deeper focus on alternative topics within the field.
Elective modules – help to individualize studies according to personal needs.
Core skills modules – develop general competences.

Admission requirements and minimum competition scores

Persons with a Master's Degree or equivalent degree of higher education may participate in an open competition for admission to doctoral studies.

Applicants to the doctoral field of science are accepted by competition according to the competition score.

Minimum competition score 7.0.

Selection criteria and their weighted coefficients

	0,35	weighted grade point average of the diploma supplement
	0,3	research experience
	0,35	motivation interview

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Testimonials

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Having studied at KTU since my bachelor’s degree, I was confident in the quality of the courses and the inspiring academic community. This programme provides an opportunity to deepen theoretical knowledge and apply it to solving current environmental problems.

Gailė Pocevičiūtė

PhD student

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Studying at KTU allowed me to gain in-depth knowledge of environmental engineering, a subject that is very relevant today. I can apply the knowledge I have acquired to sustainable business development activities. Everyone values their study experience differently – for me, the most important things were academic freedom and the opportunity to conduct research and deepen my theoretical knowledge, both at KTU and at other universities.

Zita Markevičiūtė

Founder of Pack’n GREEN

FAQ

Will I have the opportunity to go abroad during my studies?

Yes, Environmental Engineering doctoral studies provide the opportunity to undertake international traineeships through the Erasmus+ exchange programme. Doctoral students may also receive funding to participate in international events.

Is the doctoral research topic predetermined?

Yes, Environmental Engineering doctoral students must choose from a provided list of research topics.

What scholarship can I receive in Environmental Engineering science field?

PhD students receive a scholarship calculated based on the state-established Basic Social Benefit (BSI). In the first year of studies, the scholarship amounts to 19.0 BSI per month, while second, third and fourth-year doctoral students receive 22.0 BSI per month.

In 2026, the monthly scholarship for first-year students is 1,406 EUR, and for second to fourth year doctoral students it is 1,628 EUR per month.