Specialieji klavišai

Study area
Humanities

Study mode
Full time studies, 3 years (6 semesters, 180 ECTS)

Location
Kaunas, Lithuania

Languages
English and Lithuanian

Start date
September

Qualification to be Awarded
Professional Bachelor in Lingual Studies

English for Public Relations is the study programme that motivates students to participate in the study process by encouraging dialogue with the teaching staff and by creating favourable environment for discussion from the very beginning of their studies. In order to consolidate and deepen their knowledge, students undertake internships in media outlets, communication and information departments of cultural and social service centres, as well as private companies. Students gain intercultural experience by attending lectures and practical activities given by lecturers from abroad. Students can go for part-time studies and / or internship to Portugal, Spain, Belgium, Turkey, Ireland and Latvia.

The aim of the study programme English for Public Relations is to train socially responsible professionals who are able to communicate correctly in written and spoken professional English, creatively solve linguistic problems in public relations activities, independently and/or in cooperation with other representatives of the professional field coordinate internal and external communication of an organisation, as well as develop and maintain intercultural communication and cooperation.

Why study English for Public Relations?

Learning outcomes. Graduates will:

  • understand the English language as a system and appropriately use professional terminology;
  • know the countries of the target language and their linguistic, social and/or cultural environment;
  • effectively use the professional English language (C1 level) and a second foreign language (A2-B2 levels) in writing and orally;
  • understand, produce, summarize and/or edit texts in the professional field of the target language;
  • identify and analyse linguistic phenomena in the context of public relations;
  • use modern information and communication technology to coordinate internal and external communication of an organisation;
  • identify and constructively solve problems in professional activities, using necessary resources and appropriate methods;
  • collect, analyse and organise material from a variety of sources, using a range of information technology and bibliographic references;
  • describe, present in public and defend the results of the conducted research;
  • apply the principles of professional ethics and citizenship when communicating with stakeholders and resolving problems of the field of professional activity;
  • work constructively as part of a team when performing the tasks of professional activity and be accountable for the quality of their work;
  • maintain and develop intercultural communication and cooperation;
  • independently and responsibly carry out professional activities in accordance with the principles of ethics and sustainable development;
  • strive for continuous professional and personal development.

Languages

Language of instruction: English and Lithuanian

Students can choose the 2nd foreign language from the list offered by the Language Centre of Kauno kolegija Higher Education Institution (German, French, Russian, Spanish, Italian etc.)

The Language Centre offers 16 languages as freely elective courses (Lithuanian for Foreign Students, German, French, Russian, Polish, Spanish, Italian, Norwegian, Swedish, Finnish, Japanese, Chinese, Turkish, Arabic etc.)

Assessment

A ten-point cumulative assessment system for assessing knowledge and skills is used. Learning outcomes are assessed throughout the semester. Assessment methods include tests, individual and group activities, their presentations, projects, presentations of practical and self-study assignments, etc.

The final score consists of interim assessments and final examination.

Your lecturers

The courses related to the English language and philology are taught by 6 PhDs and foreign language professionals-practitioners, who continuously improve their competences in traineeships abroad, actively participate in international projects, carry out scientific research, deliver presentations at international conferences, write articles in international scientific journals and prepare methodological resources.

General courses and courses related to the field of communication are taught by practitioners who work in public and private sector organisations and share their experience with students.

The Language Centre annually employs a number of foreigners to teach other foreign languages (e.g., Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Arabic).

Guest lecturers from foreign universities contribute to the variety of skills and knowledge at KK. Students can gain experience in their study programme from guest lecturers from Latvia, Spain, Ireland, USA, etc.

Learning process

Studies are based on tasks and group activities that encourage problem-based and critical thinking. Favourable educational environment enables students to self-control their study process, reflect on their activities and promote creativity and innovation. The programme strives for students’ active participation in the study process. Discussions and dialogues between the teaching staff and the student are always encouraged in the lectures.

1 semester
Credits (ECTS)
Social Psychology
3
Sustainable Development
3
Contemporary English 1
6
English Phonetics
3
Basics of Linguistics
3
English Grammar 1
6
Information and Media Technologies
6
2 Semester
Credits (ECTS)
Basics of Economics and Management
6
Professional Lithuanian
3
Contemporary English 2
6
Philosophy of Language
3
Corporate Communication
6
English Grammar 2
6
3 semester
Credits (ECTS)
Business English 1
6
Sociolinguistics
6
Methodology of Writing Texts and Summarising
3
Internship of Information and Communication Management
6
Public Relations
6
2nd Foreign Language (German/French/Russian/Spanish/Italian) 1
3
4 semester
Credits (ECTS)
Business English 2
6
English Lexicology and Stylistics
6
Professional Internship I
6
Professional Ethics and Law
6
2nd Foreign Language (German/French/Russian/Spanish/Italian) 2
3
Freely Elective Courses from KK List
3
5 semester
Credits (ECTS)
Methodology of Applied Research
3
Research Paper
3
English for Public Relations and Communication 1
6
Professional Internship II
9
2nd Foreign Language (German/French/Russian/Spanish/Italian) 3
3
Management of Informative Texts
3
Freely Elective Courses from KK List
3
6 semester
Credits (ECTS)
Theory and Practice of Translation
3
English for Public Relations and Communication 2
6
Final Professional Internship
9
Professional Bachelor Thesis
9
Art of Public Presentation/ Creative Writing/ Academic Writing
3

Intercultural experience

Students will gain intercultural experience by going for part-time studies and / or internship to Portugal, Spain, Belgium, Turkey, Ireland, Latvia.

International projects

Students can participate in various international projects under Erasmus+, Nordplus and other programmes.

International internships

Students can take advantage of undertaking internships abroad. There are numerous opportunities in Portugal, Spain, Belgium, Turkey, Ireland, Latvia.

Studies based on practice

Students undertake internships in various types of companies: media outlets, communication and information services of cultural and social service centres, and private companies.

Future Career

Graduates can create information and communication products in their mother tongue and the English language, know the principles of management, therefore they can work in the divisions of public relations and marketing services of Lithuanian and foreign companies.

Access to further study

The continuation of studies is possible in the first or second study cycle of university studies in the field of Philology or Communication.

Facilities

Fully equipped facilities for your studies and leisure:

  • 3 dormitories available: double or single rooms;
  • Dormitories are located within 2 minute-walking distance from the faculty;
  • Modern library with more than 30,000 book titles, 200 periodical scientific publications, e-books, academic databases, etc;
  • Sport club for students’ active life-style;
  • 1 canteen.

KAUNAS - Modern and cosy city to live and have fun in

Living and studying in the second biggest city of Lithuania is convenient and fun:

  • city with green parks in the center of Lithuania;
  • city public transportation system – punctual and at affordable price;
  • city full of young people, busy cultural life (historical architecture, museums, exhibitions, concerts, festivals, etc.) – Kaunas European Capital of Culture in 2022;
  • 25 flight destinations from Kaunas Airport;
  • 200 km from the Baltic sea golden sand beaches, 200 lakes in the country for camping and having fun with friends;
  • 30 km away from SPA resort Birštonas

Faculty of Arts and Education: A. Mackevičiaus g. 27, LT-44259 Kaunas

Puodžių g. 11, LT-44295 Kaunas

Muitinės g. 15, LT-44280 Kaunas

Faculty of Medicine:

K. Petrausko g. 15, LT-44162 Kaunas

Faculty of Technologies:

Pramonės pr. 22, LT-50387 Kaunas

Faculty of Business:

Pramonės pr. 20, 50468 Kaunas ir Gedimino g. 41, 44240 Kaunas

Main address:

Pramonės pr. 20, LT-50468 Kaunas

Contacts

Kauno kolegija Higher Education Institution
Pramones pr. 20, LT-50468 Kaunas, Lithuania