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Control Technologies

This study programme trains professionals to design and operate intelligent systems and solve complex process problems. Control technologies are an essential part of today’s industrial and business processes, and graduates in this field are highly valued in the job market. The programme is offered in Panevėžys and Kaunas, with a combination of evening and weekend lectures in Lithuanian or English. (There are no weekend classes in Kaunas).

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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

This accredited study programme received high praise, earning 22 out of 24 points from an international panel of experts. This recognition highlights the programme’s quality, alignment with global trends, and the strong competitiveness of its graduates in the job market.

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Inspiring learning environment

You will gain experience and knowledge through lectures and workshops by experts in control, automation and robotics. Leading academics will provide the latest insights and trends in the field, inspiring you to think, explore, create, investigate and develop.

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

Together with students from the Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, you will develop health technology projects. During your studies, you will create models and simulations of various objects and processes, working with state-of-the-art technical equipment in laboratories recognised by international companies.

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

You will be able to choose groups of study modules that match your interests. Deeper competence (specialisation) and interdisciplinary competence pathways are available in this study programme.

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

Interdisciplinary competence
select a set of study modules from a different field to your main studies

Career opportunities

Become a valued specialist in the field of intelligent automation and automated control systems.
The Control Technologies programme provides solid knowledge of advanced production and information management systems. You will learn how to apply modern technologies – such as IoT, computer vision, and digital twins – in the control of various processes and robotic systems. Practical experience in well-equipped laboratories and international training centres, together with guidance from experienced accreditation experts, will help you prepare for the job market.

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

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Head of Technical Unit

Develops strategies and plans for the technical department. Organises the reliable and energy-efficient operation of existing systems, and the safe and uninterrupted production.

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Project Manager

Plans projects and is responsible for their systematic execution, results and quality. Communicates and cooperates with other project stakeholders.

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Management Technology Developer

Designs new control system architectures, develops and tests control software, and ensures cybersecurity.

Admission requirements and programme structure

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Cycle – second cycle
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Field – electronics engineering
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Form, duration – full-time studies (2 yr.)
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Study type – weekend (Panevėžys), evening-time (Kaunas, Panevėžys), blended learning (Kaunas, Panevėžys)
A location pin icon marks the place where the study programme is delivered – within a top-rated university in Lithuania.
Location – Kaunas, Faculty of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Panevėžys, Panevėžys Faculty of Technologies and Business
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Language – English (Kaunas), Lithuanian (Kaunas, Panevėžys)
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Degree awarded – master of engineering sciences
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Yearly price i : full-time studies – 5538 €, price per credit – 92,3 €

Semester

Module name Credits Method of organisation
Information Technologies for Control Systems 6 Blended learning
Systems Modelling and Identification 6 Blended learning
Electives of Modules 1 12

Module of Control Systems

Data Processing Technologies 6 Blended learning
Digital Control Systems 6 Blended learning

Module of Robot Control

Digital Control Systems 6 Blended learning
Optimum and Adaptive Control of Electromechanical Systems 6 Blended learning

Competence Electives (Select 6 cr.)

Courses of Study Field (Competence of Expert) 6
Optional Competence of MA+ 6

Business Process and Supply Chain Management

Business Process Management 6 Blended learning

Challenge-Based Innovations

Development of Challenge-Based Innovation 3 Blended learning
Optional Micro-modules 3 Distance learning

Computer Visualization Technologies

Multimedia Content Creation Methods 6 Blended learning

Data Analytics

Data Mining Methods 6 Blended learning

Data Security

Cryptographic Systems 6 Blended learning

Language Studies (French)

Studies of Modern Languages (Level A1) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level A2) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level B1) 6 On-campus learning

Language Studies (German)

Studies of Modern Languages (Level A1) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level A2) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level B1) 6 On-campus learning

Language Studies (Italian)

Studies of Modern Languages (Level A1) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level A2) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level B1) 6 On-campus learning

Language Studies (Russian)

Studies of Modern Languages (Level A1) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level A2) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level B1) 6 On-campus learning

Language Studies (Spanish)

Studies of Modern Languages (Level A1) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level A2) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level B1) 6 On-campus learning

Language Studies (Swedish)

Studies of Modern Languages (Level A1) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level A2) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level B1) 6 On-campus learning

Legal Awareness

Business Law 6 Blended learning

Management

Strategic Management 6 On-campus learning

Project Management

Project Planning and Organisation 6 Blended learning

Public Communication

Studies of Modern Languages (Level C1) 6 On-campus learning
Module name Credits Method of organisation
Methodology of Scientific Research Work 3 Blended learning
Electives of Modules 1 21

Competence Electives (Select 6 cr.)

Courses of Study Field (Competence of Expert) 6

Research Project 1 6 Blended learning
Optional Competence of MA+ 6

Business Process and Supply Chain Management

Quality Management 6 Distance learning

Challenge-Based Innovations

Development of Challenge-Based Innovation 6 Distance learning

Computer Visualization Technologies

Principles of Image Perception 6 Blended learning

Data Analytics

Multivariate Statistical Models 6 Blended learning

Data Security

Data Security Technologies 6 Blended learning

Language Studies (French)

Studies of Modern Languages (Level A2) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level B1) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level B2) 6 On-campus learning

Language Studies (German)

Studies of Modern Languages (Level A2) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level B1) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level B2) 6 On-campus learning

Language Studies (Italian)

Studies of Modern Languages (Level A2) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level B1) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level B2) 6 On-campus learning

Language Studies (Russian)

Studies of Modern Languages (Level A2) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level B1) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level B2) 6 On-campus learning

Language Studies (Spanish)

Studies of Modern Languages (Level A2) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level B1) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level B2) 6 On-campus learning

Language Studies (Swedish)

Studies of Modern Languages (Level A2) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level B1) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level B2) 6 On-campus learning

Legal Awareness

Administrative Law 6 Blended learning

Management

Management of Persons and their Groups 6 On-campus learning

Project Management

Project Social and Economical Evaluation 6 Blended learning

Public Communication

Academic Writing 6 On-campus learning
Module name Credits Method of organisation
Research Project 2 12 Blended learning
Electives of Modules 1 12

Module of Control Systems

Design of Distributed Control Systems 6 Blended learning
Process Optimization and Optimal Control 6 Blended learning

Module of Robot Control

Modern Environmental and Technology Management 3 Blended learning
Robotics Project 9 Blended learning

Competence Electives (Select 6 cr.)

Courses of Study Field (Competence of Expert) 6
Optional Competence of MA+ 6

Business Process and Supply Chain Management

Business Process Analytics 6 Blended learning

Challenge-Based Innovations

Optional Challenges 6 Distance learning

Computer Visualization Technologies

3D Visualization Methods 6 Blended learning

Data Analytics

Time Series Analysis 6 Blended learning

Data Security

Blockchain Methods 6 On-campus learning

Language Studies (French)

Studies of Modern Languages (Level B1) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level B2) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level C1) 6 On-campus learning

Language Studies (German)

Studies of Modern Languages (Level B1) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level B2) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level C1) 6 On-campus learning

Language Studies (Italian)

Studies of Modern Languages (Level B1) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level B2) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level C1) 6 On-campus learning

Language Studies (Russian)

Studies of Modern Languages (Level B1) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level B2) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level C1) 6 On-campus learning

Language Studies (Spanish)

Studies of Modern Languages (Level B1) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level B2) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level C1) 6 On-campus learning

Language Studies (Swedish)

Studies of Modern Languages (Level B1) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level B2) 6 On-campus learning
Studies of Modern Languages (Level C1) 6 On-campus learning

Legal Awareness

Labour Law 6 Blended learning

Management

Business Process Management 6 Blended learning
Financial Management Decisions 6 Blended learning
Legal Regulation of Management Activities 6 Blended learning
Marketing Management 6 Blended learning
Negotiation and Conflict Management 6 Blended learning
Project Planning and Organisation 6 Blended learning
Psychology of Leadership and Management 6 Blended learning

Project Management

Project Quality and Risk Management 6 Blended learning

Public Communication

Public Speaking 6 On-campus learning
Module name Credits Method of organisation
Master’s Degree Final Project 30 Blended 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Blended – learning on the university premises and online.

Admission requirements

University bachelor degree certificate: Engineering sciences, technologies, mathematical sciences, computer sciences and physical sciences and ≥ 18 credits of completed subjects in the study fields of electronics engineering, electrical engineering, power engineering or informatics engineering.
Proficiency in English: IELTS ≥ 6.0, TOEFL ≥ 85, CEFR ≥ C1, or previously completed studies in english language.
Transcript requirements: Obtain a suitable transcript of your bachelor's degree from your school.

If unavailable, provide official translations and verified copies of the original documents.

Accepted languages: English / Russian 
Document legalisation: 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 documents issued in the EU and Belarus, Ukraine.

Score structure

◼ 0,9 average grade (CGPA) of University‘s Bachelor’s degree (min. length – 180 ECTS) and its supplement
◼ 0,1 motivation letter and online interview
+ ≤ 4

 additional points
admission procedure

Testimonials

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Contemporary industry is attempting to automate everything, and that’s what this study programme is all about – automation, control and regulation of industrial processes. It makes me feel more at home in the job market because I have a better understanding of how processes are managed in industry. During the lectures, through practical work based on real-life situations, we can get a fairly broad picture of control technology.

Jokūbas Šakys
1st year student
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I chose this study programme to pursue my education in the same direction that I started in my bachelor’s degree. I have always had a close relationship with KTU, both in terms of events and joint activities, so I knew which university I should choose for my master’s. The main challenge was to go back to my studies, but with some additional study material and help from the lecturers, it worked out perfectly.

Linas Saikevičius
Sales Manager, B&R Industrial Automation
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The need for control technology professionals in companies is very high, as many companies are rapidly digitising and automating. KTU students stand out because they already have experience in real projects and often collaborate with companies, which gives them a competitive advantage. KTU has always been a technology leader in Lithuania, and recently it has strengthened its links with business, innovation centres and international organisations.

Aleksandr Ovciarov
B2B Sales, Project Management, Omron Industrial Automation Europe

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FAQ

I would like to study in English. Which city should I choose?

The Control Technologies programme is offered in English only in Kaunas. If you wish to study in English, please choose Kaunas as your study destination.

What software will I be using during my studies?

Students in the programme work with the most advanced production information management systems, SCADA systems (InTouch, CitectSCADA, WinCC, etc.), software systems for programming industrial controllers (TIAPortal, Studio5000, EcoStruxure Control Expert) and distributed control systems (Valmet), automated project and electrical schematic design and documentation system EPLAN, and software packages for robot programming (RobotStudio, RoboGuide) and modelling (Matlab).

Why choose the Control Technologies degree at KTU?

The demand for specialists in this field is growing all the time. By completing this programme, you will learn to work with advanced technologies, think analytically and develop or improve production control processes. This will prepare you to enter the Lithuanian and international job market. You will work on real tasks formulated by companies, improve your skills in planning, controlling and optimising production processes, while experienced lecturers with practical knowledge will ensure high quality education.

 

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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Panevėžys Faculty of Technologies and Business
II Chamber
Nemuno St. 33, LT-37164 Panevėžys
email ptvf@ktu.lt

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