Full-time studies Degree Course 2019- 2021 1st semester (30 credits) Subjects Credits Evaluation* Audiotechnologies and Human Safety 3 E History of World Music Cultures 3 E Music Theory and Solfeggio 3 P Rhythmics 3 P Main Instrument 6 P Improvisation 3 P Keyboards and Additional Instruments 3 P Ensemble 6 P 2nd semester (30 credits) Subjects Credits Evaluation * Professional English / Psychology of Performing Arts (Alternatively optional) 3 E Evolution of Popular Music Styles 3 P Music Theory and Solfeggio 3 E Rhythmics 3 P Main Instrument 6 P Improvisation 3 P Keyboards and Additional Instruments 3 P Ensemble 6 P 3rd semester (30 credits) Subjects Credits Evaluation * Evolution of Popular Music Styles 3 E Digital Music Technologies 3 P Rhythmics 3 E Pop/Jazz Harmony and Arrangement 3 P Main Instrument 6 P Improvisation 3 P Keyboards and Additional Instruments 3 P Practice of Ensemble Playing 3 P Concert Practice 3 P 4th semester (30 credits) Subjects Credits Evaluation * Professional Communication 3 P General History of Music 3 P Pop/Jazz Harmony and Arrangement 3 P Main Instrument 6 P Improvisation 3 P Keyboards and Additional Instruments 3 P Practice of Ensemble Playing 3 P Concert Practice 3 P Optional Subjects 3 P 5th semester (30 credits) Subjects Credits Evaluation * General History of Music 3 E Pop/Jazz Harmony and Arrangement 3 P Main Instrument 6 P Keyboards and Additional Instruments 3 P Performers Career 3 P Practice of Ensemble Playing 3 P Concert Practice 6 P Optional Subjects 3 P 6th semester (30 credits) Subjects Credits Evaluation * Self-Management in Music 3 E Copyright and Neighboring Rights 3 E Keyboards and Additional Instruments 3 P Concert Practice 6 P Recording Practice 3 P Final Project 9 P Optional Subjects 3 P Optional subjects are freely selectable subjects from the list of predefined subjects. * E – exam, P – project

Career Prospects The knowledge, skills and artistic experience acquired during the studies provide an opportunity to work in cultural institutions, popular music ensembles, music clubs, as well as to carry out creative and artistic activities independently. Learning Outcomes You will be able to: Play music with the main and additional instruments in solo and / or ensemble, to arrange and interpret, to use musical technologies in personal musical activities; Create ideas, experiment, improvise with the chosen instrument / voice in accordance with the requirements of popular music styles and genres, being able to use musical writing and musical listening skills; Apply the principles of self-management, independently and purposefully plan and carry out professional activities in accordance with legal and ethical norms, adapting to changing circumstances and applying self-control skills; Demonstrate knowledge of music, be able to apply it in practice, collect and use relevant information; Demonstrate critical thinking and communication skills, shaping self-personality with appropriate self-esteem, understanding physiological and psychological challenges, and the need for personal artistic development.

Before you submit your application, make sure you meet the admission requirements: A secondary education or a corresponding qualification giving access to higher education in Lithuania. Note. The academic assessment and recognition of your education documents will be processed by VIKO. English language requirements: CEFR B2 level IELTS overall score 5.5 TOELF overall score 55 Note. IELTS or TEOLF test score is valid 2 years only and older tests are not accepted. Take your English language test online! If you cannot provide a proof of your English language proficiency you can register for a free of charge online English language test performed by VIKO. The test can be completed only during the admission period. Note. Exceptions are made only for native speakers and applicants who have completed their previous studies fully in English