About the programme
Field of study group: Computing
Field of study: Informatics Engineering
Qualification degree: Bachelor of Computing
Duration of studies: 3,5 years (210 ECTS)
Annual tuition fee for a state non-funded place (2026): 5 000 Eur
Tuition fee waivers for students admitted to non‑state‑funded places: For the top 5 percent of students admitted in 2026, the tuition fee for the semester may be reduced by 25 to 100 percent, depending on the academic results of the previous semester. To qualify, all subjects from the previous semester must be graded at least 9 on a 10-point scale.
Tuition fee waivers for Ukrainian citizens: Students from Ukraine with the highest admission results may receive a reduction of up to 100 percent of the tuition fee for the first (autumn) semester.
This is the first information systems study programme in Lithuania that focuses on cyber security, cyber threat detection, cybercrime prevention, and digital asset protection. The study plan has been developed in response to the growing threats of electronic warfare, economic espionage, and cyberattacks. This study programme will provide a competitive advantage in both the public and private sectors, in Lithuania and abroad. You will acquire knowledge in informatics engineering and learn how to safely analyse, design, develop, and maintain information systems.
Programme Structure
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Subject |
Credits |
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Semester 1 Autumn |
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Compulsory Courses |
30.0 |
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Academic and Information Literacy |
5.0 |
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Analysis and Specification of IS Requirements |
5.0 |
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Computer Architecture |
5.0 |
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Fundamentals of Information System Security |
5.0 |
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Higher Mathematics |
5.0 |
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Introduction to Programming |
5.0 |
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Semester 2 Spring |
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Compulsory Courses |
30.0 |
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Algorithm Theory and Data Structures |
5.0 |
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Discrete Mathematics in Computer Science |
5.0 |
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Information Systems and Databases |
5.0 |
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Legal Regulations for Cyber Security |
5.0 |
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Operational Systems and their Security |
5.0 |
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Programming Languages and Object Oriented Programming |
5.0 |
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Semester 3 Autumn |
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Compulsory Courses |
20.0 |
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Computer Networks and their Security |
5.0 |
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Creation of Information Systems on the Basis of Team Work |
5.0 |
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Mobile Applications Development Techniques |
5.0 |
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WWW Development Technologies |
5.0 |
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Course unit (module) of Individual Studies |
10.0 |
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Semester 4 Spring |
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Compulsory Courses |
15.0 |
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Graphical Business Process Modelling |
5.0 |
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Information Security and Risk Management |
5.0 |
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Methods of Ethical Hackings |
5.0 |
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Course unit (module) of Individual Studies |
15.0 |
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Semester 5 Autumn |
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Compulsory Courses |
15.0 |
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Basics of Virtualization |
5.0 |
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Data Security and Cryptography |
5.0 |
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Information Architecture Design for an Organisation |
5.0 |
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Course unit (module) of Individual Studies |
15.0 |
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Semester 6 Spring |
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Compulsory Courses |
25.0 |
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Course Work |
5.0 |
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Digital Forensics and Methods of their Analysis |
5.0 |
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Forensic Analysis of Digital Content and Analysis of Malware |
5.0 |
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Information Systems Testing and Quality Assurance |
5.0 |
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Statistics |
5.0 |
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Course unit (module) of Individual Studies |
5.0 |
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Semester 7 Autumn |
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Compulsory Courses |
30.0 |
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Bachelor Final Thesis (Study field: Informatics Engineering) |
15.0 |
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Professional Practice |
15.0 |
Career Prospects
After completing this programme, you will be able to work in the field of information technology and cyber security, where specialists who can protect data and manage information systems are particularly valued. A career awaits you in both business enterprises and government institutions—you will be able to work as an information system security specialist, analyst, architect, programmer, tester, database administrator, or project manager.
You will also be able to become an information security analyst, auditor, or security management executive, advising organisations, or developing and maintaining secure information systems. The knowledge gained will open the door to employment at companies such as “DXC Technology”, “Telesoftas”, “Hnit-Baltic”, “Critical Security”, “Blue Solutions”, and other Lithuanian and international IT companies.
For applicants
Entry qualifications
An applicant must possess a high school / secondary education diploma (or higher).
N.B. for non-EU/EFTA applicants: the gap since you completed your secondary education should not exceed five years.
The Vilnius University Kaunas Faculty Admission Committee might invite the candidate for a remote interview.
Applicants who have not taken the national university entrance exams in their home country must take an entrance exam.
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International Study Administrator Phone: (+370) 37 465539 |
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Academic Contact |
Endorsements
"Passion for technology led me to this field of cyber security, and I have gained knowledge of how technology truly works — from understanding system architecture to data flow."
Md Milhan, a second-year student
"I wanted to understand how technology shapes and protects our world. My studies gave me the skills and passion to build secure, innovative digital solutions that guide my journey today."
Turan Garashli, an alumni of the Bachelor's study programme Information Systems and Cyber Security, and an MSc Technology Management Student at UCL
"Living in an information society, our own security and privacy become a fundamental priority in all areas. Cyber security is much more than just an IT issue; it is a combination of technology, legal aspects, human behaviour, and psychology. Inexperienced hackers try to break into systems, while professionals "break" people. Which one of them would you like to become? We, IT security specialists, must do everything 100% correctly in any situation, because a hacker only needs to find one vulnerability – that is the essence of cyber security."
P'Ship Prof. Dr Darius Dilijonas, a lecturer of the study programme
Frequently asked questions
Are the studies more theory-oriented or practical?
Computer science is, by its very nature, a practical science aimed at solving problems that arise in the lives of different people and society. About half of the subjects in the study programme are taught by practitioners.
Do you need to know how to code in advance, or is general IT knowledge enough?
Some coding skills are a plus. However, this is not mandatory: studies begin with an Introduction to Programming course, where students can acquire basic coding skills and the necessary knowledge, which they will then further develop in many of the subjects within the study programme.
How much attention does the study programme pay to artificial intelligence or automation?
Students will be able to choose a special course on the fundamentals of artificial intelligence and, within the framework of their individual study programmes, select courses related to artificial intelligence and automation from any study programme offered at the University. On the other hand, this is also a reality of today's life – you will encounter artificial intelligence and automation in most courses of the study programme, to a greater or lesser extent.
Is the knowledge acquired valid in the international labour market?
Information technology knows no boundaries; technology is used all over the world. Therefore, everything learned at VU will be applicable anywhere in the world.