Kaunas University of Technology
Master in Social Innovations and Research
Kaunas, Lithuania
MSc
DURATION
2 semesters
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
EUR 4,606 / per year
STUDY FORMAT
Blended
Key Summary
About: KTU’s Master in Social Innovations and Research trains students to design practical solutions to social problems, strengthening community participation, equity and sustainable development. It’s the first Master's programme in Lithuania to teach social innovation, combining interdisciplinary study, social research methods and ECIU micro-modules abroad. Graduates learn policy analysis, participatory design and project development for NGOs and international institutions.
Career Outcomes: You'll be ready to work across civil society, public policy and international development. Typical roles include Social Innovation Developer, Social Research Analyst and Social Responsibility Officer. You may also move into social entrepreneurship, community development, programme management, policy advising and evaluation roles.
Social innovation involves developing new and effective solutions to social problems, while also strengthening community participation, equity and sustainable development. KTU’s Social Innovation and Research programme is the first Master’s degree programme in Lithuania to provide knowledge and skills in creating and developing social innovation. Students have the opportunity to study ECIU micro-modules abroad. The programme enables graduates to understand social problems and learn how to create practical, lasting solutions. Graduates may pursue careers in non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and international institutions, working on social policy or projects in Lithuania and beyond.
This programme offers a unique combination of social innovation design and research methodology. It equips you with in-depth knowledge of social problem analysis, solution development, and research using innovative methods and strategies. You will:
- gain knowledge on theories of change, forward-looking foresight, and social innovation design;
- develop skills through a challenge-based learning, data analysis and social innovation labs;
- be able to choose a flexible learning path based on challenges, allowing you to tailor your studies to your needs;
- select ECIU micro-modules, allowing you to learn more about the areas that are relevant to you and apply this knowledge to real projects.
This is one of the few KTU programmes offering a flexible learning path built around real-world challenges.
You will learn to design and implement social innovations that promote sustainability, preparing you to work in diverse organisations and tackle global challenges. Here are some of the careers you can pursue after your studies:
- Social Innovation Developer
- Social Research Analyst
- Social Responsibility Officer