Joint doctoral studies with Vytautas Magnus University.
During their studies, early-career researchers have the opportunity to strengthen their skills through project-based activities that combine theoretical knowledge with practical experience. Mechanical Engineering PhD studies encourage creativity and technical ingenuity, offering the chance to contribute to the development and implementation of advanced technologies.
This PhD programme enables graduates to have a direct impact on society by developing technologies that address urgent issues such as sustainable production and healthcare. The programme’s research focuses on global challenges, including finding solutions to climate change, improving resource efficiency, and promoting sustainability.
Doctoral studies provide an opportunity to conduct research that can lay the groundwork for an academic career or the development of innovative business solutions. Close collaboration with industry partners ensures that the skills acquired are globally competitive and have a real impact.
Doctoral students have the opportunity to pursue a double degree with either the Institute of Fluid-Flow Machinery of the Polish Academy of Sciences or the University of Bologna. They can also obtain the Doctor Europaeus Certificate and participate in paid project work. Additionally, they can gain teaching experience and present their research in science outreach activities.
Doctoral students receive financial support for their studies, research activities, participation in international conferences and research events abroad. Additional scholarships are awarded for academic and research achievements.
| Module name | Credits | Method of organisation |
|---|
| Mechatronics | 9 | On-campus learning |
| Numerical Methods in Engineering | 9 | Blended learning |
| Vibrations and Dynamic of Mechanical Systems | 9 | On-campus learning |
| Module name | Credits | Method of organisation |
|---|
| Advanced Structural Composites | 6 | On-campus learning |
| Design and Analysis of Microsystems | 9 | On-campus learning |
| Experimental Mechanics | 6 | On-campus learning |
| Theory of agricultural machinery | 9 | |
| Tribology | 9 |
| Module name | Credits | Method of organisation |
|---|
| Experiment Planning Theory | 6 | Blended learning |
| Particles Ballistics in Agricultural Technologies | 6 | |
| Reliability of Mechanical System | 6 | |
| Surface and Coatings Engineering | 6 |
| 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 |
| 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 8.0. |
| 0,35 | weighted grade point average of the diploma supplement | |
| 0,3 | research experience | |
| 0,35 | motivation interview |
| The weighted grade point average (Vs) of the evaluations recorded in the master’s diploma supplement has to be at least 8.0. |
While studying for my PhD in Mechanical Engineering, I discovered a strong scientific community and many opportunities to get involved in international networks. Writing articles, attending international conferences, and participating in the KTU Doctoral School helped me to develop my expertise and receive feedback from researchers in different countries. KTU encourages open and bold scientific research.
KTU doctoral studies allowed me not only to deepen my knowledge of advanced composite materials, but also to better understand scientific processes, from an idea to an international project application. Getting involved in research groups abroad, conferences, and internships helped me build valuable contacts and broaden my horizons. The experience and knowledge I gained are now valuable in my teaching at the KTU Department of Mechanical Engineering.
The main admission to KTU PhD studies in Mechanical Engineering takes place in June. If there are still state-funded or self-funded places available after this stage, an additional admission is announced in autumn. Exact admission dates can be found in the section “Dates and Deadlines”.
Yes, applicants to Mechanical Engineering doctoral studies must have a weighted average grade of at least 8.0 recorded in their Master’s diploma supplement.
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.
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Studentų g. 50, 51368 Kaunas
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Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Design
XII Chamber
Studentų St. 56, LT-51424 Kaunas
email midf@ktu.lt
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