Become a Master of Change Management and Democratic Development!
The Master’s program in “Public Policy and Political Communication” is designed for those who aspire to influence decision-making processes, strengthen civil society, and effectively engage with governmental and international institutions.
This program equips you with the knowledge and skills essential to achieving your goals. It combines the study of public policy development with the tools of political communication, enabling students to analyze current challenges, design strategies at all levels of governance — from local to global — and apply best practices to implement them:
- Relevant and modern content — focuses on current societal challenges, effective tools for political communication in a networked society, public sector management, and European integration processes.
- Highly qualified international faculty — the teaching staff includes leading scholars, researchers, and practitioners in public policy analysis, political communication, and democratic development.
- Flexible study format — evening classes and online modules make it easy to combine studies with employment.
- Practice-oriented learning — opportunities to conduct your own analytical and research projects and undertake internships with international and regional organizations.
- International perspective — access to international courses and academic exchanges (Erasmus+), and lectures by professors and experts from top universities in Europe and the U.S.
- Personal academic advising — ongoing support from a personal advisor throughout the entire course of study.
About the program
Academic Degree: Master of Social Sciences
Language of Instruction: English
Study Program Code: 6211JX103
Mode of Study: Low Residence, blended format
Start: October 1, 2026
Tuition Fees (per semester): €1570 for Belarus citizens and residents, €2120 for International Students
Scholarships: 100% tuition waivers available. Click for details
Application submission: from April 7 to August 9, 2026
Potential Career
Graduates of the “Public Policy and Political Communication” program are in high demand across public administration, international organizations, think tanks, NGOs, communications agencies, and the media.
After completing the programme, graduates may pursue careers as:
- public policy specialists and analysts — analysing and supporting decision-making processes;
- consultants and experts — developing policy recommendations for public authorities and organisations;
- communication and public relations specialists — building effective communication between government institutions, society, and stakeholders;
- staff members of international and non-governmental organisations — participating in projects focused on democracy development, human rights, and sustainable development;
- project managers in the public sector — managing public programmes and initiatives;
- researchers and analysts — working in national and international research centres;
- academic professionals — continuing their studies in doctoral (PhD) programmes at universities in Europe and other countries.
Admission Requirements
Admission to the Master’s programmes is conducted without entrance exams, based on a motivational interview and confirmation of the English language proficiency (B2 or higher).
Admission to the Master’s programmes is conducted without entrance exams, based on a motivational interview and confirmation of the English language proficiency (B2 or higher).
During the interview, applicants must demonstrate:
- the ability to formulate clear and meaningful research questions within the chosen field;
- an understanding of current issues and research trends in the field;
- a logically structured and well-reasoned research interest, including an understanding of its potential development.
Academic Department of Social Sciences Contacts
Public Entity “European Humanities University”
17 Savičiaus Str., Vilnius, Lithuania
Email:
dep.social@ehu.ltconsult@ehu.lt