Vilnius Academy of Arts

The aims of study programme: The aim of the programme – to provide university education of art study field of the first cycle, develop artist‘s competences of creative activity and individual creative touch, to provide knowledge and understanding of art works (fine art and interior) analysis and restoration, heritage protection and management of cultural properties, art history, raise competences to carry out incomplicated or medium-complexity restoration works of works of art with regard to technical, aesthetic and ethical restoration requirements, develop competences to act in professional environment. Study outcomes: Knowledge and its application: Theoretical knowledge of general university education and study field, knowledge and understanding of art history development, artistic techniques and technologies and their development, ability to apply that knowledge (deepen, systematize, evaluate and apply in broader contemporary interdisciplinary contexts, professional activity); Understanding and ability to apply the knowledge of heritage protection, underlying principles and laws of cultural properties management, restoration development and ethics of movable cultural properties; Understanding and ability to apply the knowledge of cultural property analysis (historical, art criticism, chemical and physical research), restoration process, its techniques and technologies, their innovations, global practice of restoration; Understanding, knowledge of an X movable cultural property (depending on chosen specialization) and ability to apply it in restoration, i.e. will have competence to solve incomplex or medium-complexity restoration problems (depending on specialization) of an X cultural property, prepare a restoration project (including analysis of a cultural property), to argue in favour of aptitude of intended restoration procedures and competently carry them out (i.e. will know and be able to apply means and methods of preventive protection, conservation, incomplex or medium-complexity restoration and renewal); ability according to the requirements record and document restoration process of a cultural property; Ability to carry out analysis: Competence to independently carry out the analysis of a cultural property according to the requirements for heritage protection (gathering and documenting information and data, systematization, evaluation, summation, presenting the analysis in a set form), where one demonstrates knowledge and application of appropriate historical and art criticism, physical (and chemical) research, analysis methods and resources; ability to evaluate, interpret analysis results and purposefully apply them in solving problems of restoration. Special abilities: ability to plan, organize, execute, evaluate projects of analyzing and restoring a cultural property or separate process elements with regard to legislative, technical and technological requirements, awareness of special work safety requirements and ability to take responsibility; ability to generate original creative ideas, demonstrate individual creative touch; planning and organizing creative process, selecting and applying various means, methods and technologies of art work execution, ability to evaluate and self-evaluate a work of art, ability to present art work‘s exposition and creative concept – professional competence necessary for independent creative practice. Social abilities: understands interdiscipline of the field of monument protection and is able to act in it - to work individually or in an interdisciplinary team, efficiently communicate (solve issues of professional activity and studies, present activities carried out and their outcomes ) by using appropriate professional vocabulary and communicative skills in spoken and written state and foreign language; understands artist‘s, heritage protection worker‘s / restorer‘s ethical principles, commitments to society and the state, one‘s profession and colleagues, is able to follow them and take responsibility. Personal abilities: demonstrates communicative, interpersonal (discussion, argumentation, constructive criticism and self-criticism) information management abilities; is able to organize and plan, work in teams, strive for quality, think critically, create new ideas, express thoughts in Lithuanian in verbal and written form, convey information for audiences of specialists and non-specialists; understands ever changing social, economic context and the necessity to retain professional competence; is able to independently study and refresh knowledge. Teaching and learning activities: lectures (conveying and demonstrating information, discussing the material shown, analysis, summing-up, discussions); seminars (self-study results are checked and assessed – presentation of obligatory bibliography, course works and projects, specific topics; discussions and debates, brainstorming, team work, case study, etc.); practical work (makes up a very big part of scope of fine art study field – execution of practical tasks of painting, drawing, designing, etc. and skills development, consultations, discussion of works and presentation of concepts, discussions); professional practice (individual work, team work, problem solving, project making and presentation, demonstration, preparing a placement report); self-study (bibliography study, gathering and processing information, preparing course works and projects, preparing concepts, particular assignments (preparing and executing sketches, drawings, paintings, models, restoration projects, final thesis); group and individual consultations. Assessment methods of study results: Throughout the programme a cumulative assessment is applied, depending on the specifics of the subject, which may consist of the following assessment methods: - term show ( exhibition of works, bachelor placement tasks demonstration); - portfolio method (summation of placement tasks); - oral interview - frontal and individual oral interview, discussion, presentation ( public speech, information presentation); - written survey - individual written survey (test or open questions), written works (homework, essays, review, theoretical part of graduation paper); - presentation (oral, applying different media means, ect.) - case analysis; - project. Specific course or a part of the results of studies are assessed using a 10 - point grading scale from 1 (very poor) to 10 (excellent). Graduation defense is supervised by the commission. Specializations: Restoration of mural painting, Restoration of easel painting and polychromy, Restoration of sculpture. Student‘s selections: Student has to select one out of three specializations (Restoration of mural painting, Restoration of easel painting and polychromy, Restoration of sculpture). They can also deepen their knowledge in the field of studies, by selecting secialized subjects of the study field. Distinct features of the study programme: -

General Description: Objective(s) of a study programme: To provide a university level education in the field of animation in accordance with European standards; to prepare art practitioners who are able to reflect on art theories, think critically and create cultural and socially relevant animated art projects; be able to rightly chose and apply a variety of visual and narrative methods, styles and technical innovations in order to achieve creative goals; be an active member of society, able to envision and actively participate in the processes of social and cultural importance, contributing to positive changes in the community, country and the world. Learning outcomes: The graduate of the program will be able to discover, compare and evaluate the events and tendencies of contemporary audiovisual art, film and animation in Lithuania and the world, also to evaluate her own creative work and the works of other artists in a wider socio-cultural context. Will be able to effectively integrate research technologies and data from different fields of art and science within own animated project, also be able to extract and apply relevant research results in individual creative and research activities. Will be able to generate and implement original art ideas, professionally develop her own work, understand the peculiarities of animation as a unique form of art, also its similarities to and differences from the other types of audiovisual expression; will be able to master the key technical aspects of animation creation, be familiar with the production pipeline. Will be able to manage both hand-drawn as well as multidisciplinary and technically diverse creative projects. Will be able to present them to wide and diverse audience, nationally and internationally, to discuss artistic content in a professional and popular settings. Activities of teaching and learning: Theoretical and practical seminars, creative workshops, creative/professional internships, colloquia, lectures, individual consultation, group discussions. Methods of assessment of learning achievements: Reviews, Exams. Framework: Study subjects (modules), practical training: • Script writing for animation • mAnimation laboratory 1 (required course) • Animation theory: philosophy and psychology of life and movement. • Direction of animated project • Animation laboratory 2 (required course) • International workshop / collaboration in animation • Voice/sound/dialogue in animation • Animation laboratory 3 (required course) • Production of animated project. • Theoretical research at Master’s level 1 • Theoretical research at Master’s level 2 • Theoretical research at Master’s level 3 • Theoretical research at Master’s level 4 • MA graduation project Specialisations: - Optional courses: • Stop Motion Animation workshop • Contemporary art theories • Methods of artistic research • Photographic methods in animation • Experimental artistic research • Content creation for virtual and augmented reality • Life drawing for animators / cinematic of human body • Artistic practice • Technologies in animation • Animation— social project • Dramaturgy in animation • Documentary animation Distinctive features of a study programme: The only MA in animation university level programme in the country. Although, this is an individual artistic practice lead course, it is well seated within a robust theoretical framework; thus it is reasonable to envision a good balance between schooling in animation techniques and exposure to contemporary philosophical ideas pertinent to animation and audiovisual media. Also, the program is composed of a well-known internationally and nationally faculty members. Access to professional activity or further study: Access to professional activity: Highly qualified specialist of art directorial caliber, capable to initiate and lead short artistic projects, long features fand /or animated series. Access to further study: Eligibility to pursue doctorate studies.

Future holders of a master’s degree in costume design study design, fashion drawing, the history of costumes, the theory of postmodern culture, art issues of Eastern and Western Europe, etc. Professional summer training is organised. The duration of training is 400 hours. IT use, preparation of costume sketches, and other skills are consolidated and improved during the training. This costume design programme is intended for individuals who have acquired a bachelor’s degree and would like to earn a master’s degree in art.

Future specialists in graphical art design study Lithuanian architecture and art from ancient times to the 18th century, global architecture and art of ancient times and the medieval period, the history of contemporary art, aesthetics, etc. Professional training is organised. The duration of training is 480 hours. The use of software, drawing, painting, and other skills are consolidated and improved during the training. This graphical art design programme is intended for individuals who have acquired a secondary education and would like to become specialists in graphical art design.

Future holders of a master’s degree in design study design, the work done at a workshop, 2D composition, 3D composition, jewellery technologies, leather technologies, etc. Project-creative training is organised. The duration of training is 400 hours. Jewellery, furniture, and interior design; the use of design software; and other skills are consolidated and improved during the training. This design programme in art is intended for individuals who have acquired a bachelor’s degree and would like to earn a master’s degree in art.

Future specialists in glass art study global architecture and art of ancient times and the medieval period, Lithuanian architecture and art from ancient times to the 18th century, the history of contemporary art, etc. Professional training is organised. The duration of training is 480 hours. Glass processing, preparation of blueprints for products, and other skills are consolidated and improved during the training. This glass art programme is intended for individuals who have acquired a secondary education and would like to become glass art specialists.

Future bachelors of art study painting, drawing, graphics, computer graphics, composition, structure and analysis of materials, products, etc. Practical training is organized in the form of summer practice. The duration of practical training is 12 weeks. During training, the acquired skills of weaving tapestry, creation of projects, composition, etc., are developed. The study programme for textiles is intended for persons who have acquired secondary education and wish to become bachelors of art.

Future specialists in applied textile art study Lithuanian architecture and art from ancient times to the 18th century, global architecture and art of ancient times and the medieval period, the architecture and art of the Renaissance and Baroque periods, the basics of philosophy, the history of civilisations, aesthetics, etc. Professional training is organised. The duration of training is 480 hours. The design of products, the selection of materials, and other skills are consolidated and improved during the training. This applied textile art programme is intended for individuals who have acquired a secondary education and would like to become specialists in applied textile art.

Future bachelors of art study drawing, graphics, plastic anatomy, painting technology, painting, composition, etc. Practical training is organized in two stages: teaching/creative summer practice of easel painting and practice of restoration of easel painting. The duration of practical training is 20 weeks. During training, the acquired skills of nature visualization, use of painting and graphic technologies, creation of an integrated visual structure, etc., are developed. The study programme for painting is intended for persons who have acquired secondary education and wish to become bachelors of art.

Future specialists in applied graphic art study Lithuanian architecture and art from ancient times to the 18th century, global architecture and art of ancient times and the medieval period, the philosophy of Eastern art, 20th century art, etc. Professional training is organised. The duration of training is 480 hours. Preparation of advertising, the use of special techniques, and other skills are consolidated and improved during the training. This applied graphic art programme is intended for individuals who have acquired a secondary education and would like to become specialists in applied graphic art.

Future bachelors of art study plastic anatomy, technology of sculpture, drawing, sculpture, creation and implementation, main procedures of preservation and restoration, plastic decoration, etc. Practical training is not implemented. The study programme for sculpture is intended for persons who have acquired secondary education and wish to become bachelors of art.

Future holders of a master’s degree in monumental arts study composition, design, work with materials, laboratory work, painting, drawing, history of the art of stained glass, scenography, etc. Professional training is organised. The duration of training is 400 hours. Mosaics, stained glass, technology, and other skills are reinforced and improved during the training. This programme in monumental arts is intended for individuals who have acquired a bachelor’s degree in fine arts and would like to become masters of fine arts.

Future holders of a master’s degree in art history and theory study the contemporary art of Eastern and Western Europe, memorial monuments, art historiography of early Christianity and the medieval period, historiography of Lithuanian Church history, religious art, the Vilnius school of art, issues of cultural heritage protection, art and society at the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century, the organisation of artistic life in the first half of the 20th century, etc. Professional training is organised. The duration of training is 400 hours. The organisation of cultural events, the identification and interpretation of art objects, and other skills are consolidated and improved during the training. This art history and theory programme is intended for individuals who have acquired a bachelor’s degree and would like to earn a master’s degree in art science.

General Description: Objective(s) of a study programme: To provide a university level education in the field of photography in accordance with European standards; to prepare art practitioners who are able to reflect on art theories, think critically and create cultural and socially relevant photography art projects; be able to rightly choose and apply a variety of visual and narrative methods, styles and technical innovations in order to achieve creative goals; be an active member of society, able to envision and actively participate in the processes of social and cultural importance, contributing to positive changes in the community, country and the world. Learning outcomes: The graduate of the program will be able to discover, compare and evaluate the events and tendencies of contemporary art and photography in Lithuania and the world, also to evaluate her own creative work and the works of other artists in a wider socio-cultural context. Will be able to effectively integrate research technologies and data from different fields of art and science within own photographic project, also be able to extract and apply relevant research results in individual creative and research activities. Will be able to generate and implement original art ideas, professionally develop her own work, understand the peculiarities of photography as a unique form of art, also its similarities to and differences from the other types of visual art. Will be able to create and manage both visually and technically diverse creative projects. Will be able to present them to a wide and diverse audience, nationally and internationally, to discuss artistic content in a professional and popular settings. Activities of teaching and learning: Theoretical and practical seminars, creative workshops, creative/professional internships, colloquia, lectures, individual consultation, group discussions. Methods of assessment of learning achievements: Reviews, Exams. Framework: Study subjects (modules), practical training: Core Course 1: Photography – What Now; Core Course 2: Contexts and Critical Instruments; Core Course 3: Expanded Practice; Photography and Contemporaneity: Critical Keywords; Fieldwork and Image-Making: Radical Practice; Creating a Publication: Theory Through Practice; Narrating the Self: Photography and Identity Construction; Research Work 1, 2, 3. Specialisations: - Optional courses: Anthropology of Visual Culture; Psychoanalytic Worldview and Art; Creative Communication and Projects; Art History Research Methods and Practices; Development of Contemporary Art Discourses in Lithuania; Correlation Between Modernity and Heritage; Photography Project: Masterclass; Crafting Your Narrative: Writing Artist Statements. Distinctive features of a study programme: The sole University-level MA program in Photography in the Baltic states is delivered by a faculty comprising educators with diverse specializations and internationally recognized artists offering personalized mentorship. Situating photography within a broad socio-cultural framework amidst rapidly evolving technological landscapes, the Master of Photography program aims to furnish students with both theoretical understanding and practical competencies relevant to creative and professional milieus. Emphasizing the expansion of applied research in contemporary photography, the program underscores its intersections with the digital realm, networked environments, innovative forms of book production, diverse media for image dissemination, and interactive exhibition design encompassing moving images. This interdisciplinary program intertwines theoretical frameworks with practical applications, encompassing contemporary discourses, Anthropocene critique, theoretical and creative writing, book publishing, curatorial practices, and critical theories of photography. Such integration enables students to conceive and actualize original concepts, leveraging their artistic acumen, international networks, critical thinking faculties, and adeptness in creative presentation. Equipped with these skills, graduates are poised to autonomously engage in artistic endeavors, initiate publishing ventures, curate exhibitions, and undertake scholarly research within the realm of photography. Cultivating advanced critical thinking capacities and adeptness in creative presentation further enables graduates to position their artistic practice within the broader international art landscape, thus fostering a forward-looking professional trajectory. By contextualizing photography studies within the contemporary art milieu, the program equips students with the acumen to navigate the exigencies of the art market, discern its imperatives, and effectively respond to evolving demands. Access to professional activity or further study: Access to professional activity: The program prepares highly qualified specialists of art, capable of initiating and leading photographic projects, to work in the field of photography, art and innovative cultural industries, museums, galleries, festivals, advertising, media and publishing agencies. Access to further study: Eligibility to pursue doctorate studies.

Future holders of a master’s degree in applied textile art study experimental textile art, the basics of art, visual art and the context of visual art, academic research, etc. Creative-educational training is organised. The duration of training is 200 hours. The use of computer software, design, preparation of sketches, and other skills are consolidated and improved during the training. This applied textile art programme is intended for individuals who have acquired a bachelor’s degree in applied textile art and would like to earn a master’s degree in applied textile art.

Future holders of a master’s degree in applied graphic art study special drawing, the analysis of contemporary graphic art, non-traditional techniques and technologies of graphic art, the art of objects, computer graphics, etc. Professional training is organised. The duration of training is 200 hours. Creative and artistic work skills are improved during the training and students get acquainted with the future work environment. This applied graphic art programme is intended for individuals who have acquired a bachelor’s degree in applied graphic art and would like to earn a master’s degree in applied graphic art.

Future specialists in glass art study special drawing, painting, sculpture, special technologies, contemporary trends in art, computer graphics, etc. Professional training, which includes the performance of practical work, is organised. The duration of training is 200 hours. Artistic skills are improved during the training and students get acquainted with the future work environment. This glass art programme is intended for individuals who have acquired a bachelor’s degree in glass art and would like to earn a master’s degree in glass art.

General Description: Objective(s) of a study programme: To provide fundamental university education in compliance with European standards in the interdisciplinary (art / design) study field and to train interdisciplinary profile – applied art creators-practitioners capable of reflecting art theories, thinking critically and creating works of art that apply a variety of visual and spatial approaches and innovations for creative purposes. Also to create own vision of professional activity and to participate actively in social and cultural life processes in order to contribute to the changes in the community, the State and the world. Learning outcomes: I. Acquired knowledge and its application: A1 Acquired ability to perceive, compare and evaluate relevant art events and trends in Lithuania and the world in historical and contemporary art contexts; acquired ability to evaluate creative work of his own and the other artists in socio-cultural contexts, to accumulate the latest art and science knowledge, to actualize this knowledge in research work and creative projects. A2 Acquired ability to apply theoretical and innovative knowledge of art, design, general culture and appropriate research methods in interdisciplinary and interdisciplinary studies, artistic research, individual creative practice, projects; acquired ability to deepen knowledge, develop artistic research skills and find solutions in constantly changing contexts. A3 Granted knowledge of the principles of art (art, design) marketing and management, legal system of artistic activity, and ability to apply this knowledge in the implementation of creative individual and group projects. II. Research abilities: B1 Raised ability to identify relevant problems of the society and art, to perform artistic research on the basis of traditional and advanced methods, to critically analyze and evaluate results, to find innovative and alternative solutions for public and environmental problems, and their potential impact on environment. B2 Established abilities to experiment in creative activities by effectively integrating research data of different art and science fields summarizing and applying the results of researches in creative and analytical artistic activities. Is able to rely on already performed art researches, interdisciplinary methods to interpret the results creatively. III. Special abilities: C1 Acquired ability to think conceptually, to generate and implement original art ideas, develop his / her creativity at the highest level. Improves individual style by using traditional and / or modern artistic expressions. C2 Acquired ability to assess the needs of society professionally, to develop and initiate innovative models and strategies for problem solutions, to develop and expand the concept of art and design in the perspective of sustainable society development. C3 Acquired ability to realize the distinction of a particular art and design branch, its links with the other art and design field and artistic direction. Also is able to manage one branch and/or interdisciplinary creative projects, to present them to the audience at national and international levels, to discuss in a professional and interdisciplinary environment. IV. Social abilities: D1 Acquired ability to present authors' artistic position using appropriate professional vocabulary, to provide logical and argumentative information in verbal, written, visual form, to demonstrate communication skills in oral and written form in national and foreign language(s) in professional and public spaces. D2 Acquired ability to work in a creative way independently and in a team, to initiate, plan, organize and manage a work process, to collaborate and develop strategies in an interdisciplinary environment, to develop skills in leadership, project activities, negotiation, entrepreneurship and organizational administration, as well as to lead a team formed of diverse competence specialists. V. Personal abilities: E1 Established values, understands and assumes as well as skills to take ethical, social, moral responsibility for the consequences and impact of his creative activity. Also is able to follow ecological ethics, critically evaluate his professional activity. E2 Acquired ability to make decisions independently, to solve professional problems in various socio-cultural environments, to develop individual creative projects and artistic research activities, to study independently, to define own development goals, to differentiate priorities, to manage work and time. Activities of teaching and learning: Different teaching and learning methods will be used in compliance to the objectives and specifics of particular subject while implementing the program and ensuring that students are provided with all conditions for achieving the study results. Students will be encouraged to discuss, formulate creative ideas and critically evaluate contemporary art contexts. Below following methods will be applied: • practical sessions, seminars, individual and group projects, design, practice, report preparation and presentation, project activities, research work, brainstorming, and other methods focused on active student learning; • distance learning courses, conferences using virtual environments, online training material pages, video lecture products; • lectures (through the use of narrative, illustration, demonstration, observation, case analysis and other tools), individual consultations, and other methods included in the traditional concept of study; • investigative (or self-stimulating) methods - studying literature and online learning materials, case studies, problem-based studies, information search, analysis and synthesis, reflection, application of a specific research method, data interpretation, etc.; • specific art and design study methods - presentation and discussion of creative works, midterm, semester and final creative review, exhibition attendance and analysis, creative task solution search, art projects, real projects, documentation and presentation of creative works, participation in group and individual exhibitions, art festivals, local and international creative competitions, creative workshops, plein-airs, etc. Methods of assessment of learning achievements: Assessment of students' knowledge is an integral part of the study process, which aims to evaluate objectively knowledge, skills and acquired competencies of the studied subjects. Each subject of the study program will be completed with an assessment of student's knowledge, skills and abilities (ten-point system applied) - by examination (written and oral) or by a creative project (review). If the cumulative score model is used in the assessment of the subject's results, interim reviews, tests, reports, etc. are possible. The final grade will integrate evaluations from the interim reports and exam or student's work (project) defense. Framework: Study subjects, practical training: The extent of the programme is 120 credits. Study field subjects – 60 credits (21 of them are obligatory to choose study field credits); Optional subjects – 24 credits; Final work – 36 credits (15 of them are theory part credits, 21 – creative project). Specializations: Optional courses: Distinctive features of a study programme: The curriculum of Applied Art focuses on the study base that correlates several areas of art and design (jewelry, metal art, sculpture, furniture, fashion). The emphasis is on creative practice, which includes not only theoretical studies (discourse of critical thinking, methods of artistic research, managerial skills), but also practical knowledge of the chosen field (mastering of materials and technologies, relationship with public space, social environment). The basis of the program is the understanding of aesthetics and purpose, form, space and materiality, allowing students to dive into the conceptual depth of the work through tactile project experience, to analyze the perspectives of interaction between art, design and craft, and to evaluate the complexity and interdisciplinary context of an artwork. This is particularly relevant in the context of the contemporary art world, where traditional genre boundaries extinct and creators seek for authentic self-expression. Access to professional activity or further study: Access to professional activity: After completing the study program graduates will be able to participate in contemporary art processes as creators and curators of art projects, work in various cultural and creative industries, and develop individual creative business. The acquired knowledge and abilities will allow students to integrate into the local socio-cultural environment and develop / improve their creativity already during their studies, and the international relations created by the VAA will form career opportunities not only in the national but also in the international art market. Access to further study: Level 7 qualifications also enable to continue studeis at Level 8 (PhD) studies in Lithuania and abroad.

Future holders of a master’s degree in visual design study visual communications design, project practice, development of graphical images, colour research, colour science, special drawing, etc. Professional training is organised. The duration of training is 400 hours. Composition, selection of materials, drawing, and other skills are reinforced and improved during the training. This programme in visual design is intended for individuals who have acquired a bachelor’s degree and would like to become masters of fine arts.

Objective(s) of a study programme: New Visual Communication Design master study programme is to educate visual communication design specialists in compliance with the international standards and master’s qualification requirements, who are able to effectively transmit verbal and visual information using the means of new media in the field of interdisciplinary design, to carry out artistic research, to critically- analytically evaluate and interpret design phenomena and processes in local and international cultural contexts , to apply innovative methods solving the problems, pursuing strategic visual communication goals and conceiving new interdisciplinary projects. Learning outcomes: Visual communication design programme graduates will apply knowledge, carry out research and having required special, social and personal skills will be able: Knowledge and its application to generate cutting edge visual communication knowledge and activity models, accumulate, critically evaluate, systematically analyze and apply the most contemporary science, art and visual communication design knowledge to creative work and scientific research; to think contextually and conceptually, to choose and employ up-to-date technological knowledge and innovative design methods to attain specific goals. Ability to carry out researches to independently carry out artistic design research employing the most advanced methods and sources of information, to interpret and synthesize the results of the research in practical - activity pursuing strategic goals of visual communication design. Special and social skills to assess the needs of the society and foresee the new ones, to search for innovative methods solving the problems, to expand the conception of visual communication design in the perspective of sustainable development of the society; to present creative ideas to the society and particular people, to effectively communicate, discuss in professional environment and public space in Lithuanian and foreign languages; to constantly grow, critically evaluate and analyse innovations in professional activity. Personal skills to work in the interdisciplinary environment, to manage team work and be leaders, act independently, generate new ideas, communicate and cooperate with clients, colleagues, mass media; to be guided by the principles of social justice, equal opportunities, morality, responsibility and professional ethics, to satisfy diverse sustainable environment needs of the society and individual, to create harmonious environment; to continue studies in design PhD studies or work in the area of design education. Activities of teaching and learning: Lectures, workshops and self-study Methods of assessment of learning achievements: Principles of assessment criteria: • unbiased treatment, objectivity and collegiality. i.e., assessment is conducted by the commission of teachers of the Department. Assessment is conducted a day before the final review openly and with participation of students. During the review, the final results of achievement assessment are approved by the Commission of the Department teachers. • Principles of clarity and usefulness, i.e., clear and public assessment system is understandable to evaluators and the evaluated. Students are familiarised with assessment criteria at the beginning of the academic year, discussing the first assignment. Preliminary evaluation, process of students’ work, discussions about links of work results with study outcomes are held during public interim and final reviews. Students are presented with opinion of the Department teachers, public discussions are held. The principle of accumulative mark is only partially applied: i.e., during interim reviews the consistency of the process is assured, sometimes a cumulative mark may consist of assignments given to students to perform in certain stages during the semester. The assessment of knowledge and skills of all programme subjects is based on ten point critical evaluation system: Composition of the assessment grade. A 10-point assessment system (10 – excellent, 9 – very well, 8 – good, 7 – fairly good, 6 – satisfactory, 5 – sufficient, 4-1 – insufficient) is applied to assess knowledge and skills of students of the study programme. The most important criteria include: innovative thinking and non-ordinary solutions, motivation for self-dependent expansion of the field of theme limits and personal progress, professionalism. The criteria for the assessment of students’ achievements are linked to the learning outcomes of the Programme. The criteria of assessment system are based on: • principles of validity and reliability that are appropriate for objective and comprehensive evaluation of student achievements. The final mark consists of: A (20%) – substantiation of idea (formulation of the problem and substantiation, its topicality, researches, methods of solving, conclusions); B (20%) – creation of conception of project design and primary sketching; C (30%) – implementation of idea – solution (including a provisional model); D (20%) – quality of presentation of idea, presentation of assignment (graphic part of the project, screen presentation) E (10%) – consistency of the progress of the projecting process (consulting, deadlines of assignment performance); • components of the final assessment score allow evaluating cognitive (parts: A,B,E), practical (parts: B,C,E) and transferable skills (parts: C,D,E). The assessment of semester creative assignments will be carried out by the lecturers of Visual communication design programme. The opinions and recommendations of the department lecturers’ will be presented to master’s programme students, public discussions will be held. Master’s programme students, taking into consideration LR law on Protection of personal data, will be informed about their assessment personally. The final creative project is evaluated by the commission that consists of the lecturers of Graphic Design and other departments, invited artists and scientists and is approved by VAA Rector after the application of the Higher studies faculty dean. While evaluating, the commission should take into consideration speciality study subjects assessment criteria. Assessment criteria are public, presented in study programme, they are indicated in project work draft programmes and VAA information system. Framework: Study subjects (modules), practical training: Master's Thesis Research / Theoretical Part 1; 3KR. Creative / Experimental Project 1: Context and Framework; 9 cr. Digital Culture and Creative Thinking; 6 cr. Theoretical Methods of Work; 6 cr. Master's Thesis Research / Theoretical Part 2; 3 cr. Creative / Experimental Project 2: Development of the Concept; 9 cr. Culture of Graphic Communications and Branding; 6 cr. Master's Thesis Research / Theoretical Part 3; 3 cr. Creative / Experimental Project 3: The Development of the Concept; 9 cr. Typography and New Media; 6 cr. Master's Thesis Research / Theoretical Part 4; 3 cr. The Final Ceative Project; 27 cr. Specialisations: - Optional courses: Contextual Art; 6 cr. Hermeneutics; 6 cr. Psychoanalysis and Visual Culture; 6 cr. Media Theory and Practice; 6 cr. Advertising Psychology; 6 cr. Visual Semiotics; 6 cr. Management and Marketing for the Artists; 6 cr. Experimental / Practical Laboratories; 6 cr. Distinctive features of a study programme:

General Description: Objective(s) of a study programme: The goal of the Spatial Design program is to educate highly qualified spatial designers, researchers, and experts in the built environment who can operate within interdisciplinary contexts and respond creatively and responsibly to contemporary social, ecological, and technological challenges. The program aims to develop professionals who, through research-based practices and global process analysis, are capable of creating innovative and sustainable spatial environments, reflecting on their creative activities, and fostering positive cultural, material, and social well-being transformations. Learning outcomes: 1. Knowledge and its application: 1.1. Explain complex spatial design processes, analyze and apply design and architectural strategies, and create, develop, and communicate design concepts. 1.2. Understand the principles of spatial design management, assess the challenges posed by climate change and ecology in strategic design, and analyze contemporary design, sociological, and spatial philosophical theories. 1.3. Apply the principles of critical design, spatial anthropology, universal design, and technological innovation to address complex spatial design challenges. 1.4. Analyze trends in social, cultural, and economic development and apply interdisciplinary knowledge and methods to solve spatial design problems in various contexts. 1.5. Work on real projects in companies and organizations, plan, design, develop, and manage complex projects. 1.6. Apply design strategies, use communication tools, and manage technological processes and tools in practical spatial design work. 2. Ability to carry out research: 2.1. Independently identify, research, and critically evaluate complex and systemic themes in the human environment (spatial design), formulate problems in a broad social, cultural, economic, ecological, or new technological context, and integrate design solutions. 2.2. Know the types and principles of research design, key methods, data collection and analysis tools, and select and apply them appropriately, critically evaluating the chosen research methodology by explaining its advantages and disadvantages. 2.3. Independently collect, analyze, summarize, synthesize, and creatively interpret information and data from various scientific and artistic fields, applying scientific/artistic research methods and spatial design principles to the design, development, and implementation of innovation. Present research findings to professionals and the public. 2.4. Cite sources and other authors' ideas legally and ethically, without plagiarism, respecting copyright and other intellectual property rights. 3. Subject specific skills: 3.1. Formulate an individual, critical approach to spatial design phenomena, processes, and creative methods; discover new areas and methods of creative application, objectively evaluate personal activity, and relate it to societal and market needs. 3.2. Work independently and as part of a team to develop and implement innovative spatial design projects addressing problems in the built environment, using advanced design methods. 3.3. Present projects to audiences, discuss them in professional and interdisciplinary settings at national and international levels, and advise on spatial design strategy, development, realization, and evaluation. 3.4. Think conceptually and strategically; assess and take into account the context of a new or unfamiliar environment; anticipate and critically evaluate trends, scenarios, and their impact on spatial planning activities, including social, cultural, economic, or technological changes. 4. Social skills: 4.1. Work as part of a team, organize work independently, and take responsibility for the quality of personal and team performance, ensuring continuous improvement. 4.2. Communicate clearly in writing and orally, collaborating constructively with professionals from different disciplines in the spatial design strategy, concept, development, and implementation process. 4.3. Work in interdisciplinary and intercultural contexts: in various creative industries and social activities, uphold professional ethics and citizenship, and take responsibility for implementing joint activities, integrating different contexts. 5. Personal skills 5.1. Initiate, plan, organize, and coordinate innovative, complex spatial design projects and research, objectively evaluate the results, and provide guidelines for improvement. 5.2. Plan and organize activities rationally, consistently pursue goals, and reflect on personal and others' achievements. 5.3. Undertake independent study and make informed choices for personal development and continuous learning. Activities of teaching and learning: Theoretical and practical seminars, creative workshops, creative/professional internships, colloquia, lectures, individual consultation, group discussions. Methods of assessment of learning achievements: Reviews, Exams. Framework: Study subjects (modules), practical training: The study programme is 120 kr. and consists of: - 66 credits for the field(s) of study, excluding the final thesis/project and the final examinations, which lead to the achievement of the study outcomes specified in the field description - 24 credits for studies specified by the Academy or chosen by the student - 30 credits shall be allocated to the final thesis. The research part of the thesis and the final creative project shall be prepared. Compulsory courses: Experimental platform 1 Experimental platform 1I Master's thesis. Project Research platform I Research platform II Research platform III Critical space design histories and theories Critical design: critical thinking trough design Critical spatial design Professional network. Ecology and Technologies Specialisations: Media. Visual communication Narrating tools Optional courses: 24 credits for the Elective. Electives: Design anthropology Innovation management Artist's book History and theory of curating: global and local perspectives Baltic Contemporary Art: Discourses and Practices University-wide elective courses (MA) Study field elective courses (MA) Space politics City and space studies (VU) Distinctive features of a study programme: Currently, no higher education institution in Lithuania offers a master's program in interior design. The Spatial Design master's program at the Vilnius Academy of Arts stands out for its interdisciplinary approach, integrating architecture, interior design, art, and research methodologies to shape a new generation of spatial design professionals. Unlike traditional interior or architecture studies, this program goes beyond aesthetic and functional space design, addressing social, ecological, and technological challenges. It is based on the latest scientific and artistic research findings, integrating them into the curriculum and encouraging students not only to create but also to reflect on the impact of their work within a broader cultural and societal context. By emphasizing global challenges, such as climate change, the circular economy, and the adaptation of built environments to future needs, this program is unique not only in Lithuania but also in the Baltic region. Furthermore, the program provides students with the opportunity to participate in international scientific and creative projects, ensuring hands-on experience in high-level professional contexts. The study methodology promotes experimentation, research on new materials and technologies, spatial perception analysis, and critical design practices. This program goes beyond traditional design tools, encouraging the use of innovative approaches such as digital fabrication technologies, interactive solutions, and sustainable materials. This perspective enables graduates not only to successfully integrate into interior design, architecture, or research fields but also to pioneer new practices and professional directions, expanding the boundaries of the spatial design discipline. Access to professional activity or further study: Access to professional activity: Individual practice, work in design or architecture companies, work in public institutions, teaching in a professional or university context. Access to further study: Eligibility to pursue doctorate studies.

Future masters of art/restorers study preservation and restoration of interior elements, restoration and attribution of easel painting, restoration of wall painting, painting and copying of works of art, methods of restoration of sculpture, sculpturing and copying sculptures, chemical and physical research of works of art, methods and historical technologies of restoration of works of art, drawing, etc. Practical training is focused on the restoration of works of art. The duration of practical training is four weeks. During training, the acquired skills of performing investigative work, basic procedures of preserving and restoring, documenting of work processes, etc., are developed. The training programme for art and interior restoration studies is intended for persons who have obtained the qualification of bachelor of art (monumental art [frescos-mosaics], sculpture, painting) or architecture and wish to become masters of art/restorers.

Future holders of a master’s degree in photography and media art study composition, design, the contextualisation of an object of art, etc. and attend a pre-diploma seminar. Professional training is organised. The duration of training is 400 hours. The use of video and audio equipment, the creation of advertising, and other skills are consolidated and improved during the training. This photography and media art programme is intended for individuals who have acquired a bachelor’s degree and would like to earn a master’s degree in audio-visual art.

General Description: Objective(s) of a study programme: Provide university education of a Master of Architecture in the area of the arts and to train a qualified architect capable to carry an autonomous research and to found on it one’s professional practice. Learning outcomes: A) Knowledge and the use of it: A1. General university knowledge, awareness of cultural (the arts, architecture) phenomena; knowledge in the fields of philosophy, aesthetics, the history of art and architecture, psychology and other, ability to use such knowledge and to perform its creative analysis and synthesis (broad erudition). A2. Command of the core knowledge of the study field and its use in the process of studies and professional practice, inclusive of architectural composition, methodology of building design and environment planning, of building technologies, construction structures, civil engineering systems, of legal acts regulating territorial planning and building design and other knowledge; ability to employ it making professional solutions underpinned by informed argument (professional competence). A3. Knowledge in the methodology of pre-design research – methods of analysis used for architectural and natural structures, awareness of methods used in applied architectural research/investigation. B) Ability to conduct research: B1. Application of professional research methods – ability to apply a range of methods of scientific research to applied research situations; skills of information collection from primary and secondary sources and digital media; ability to process, analyse, synthesize and make judgments about results and to formulate conclusions. B2. Ability to autonomously conduct applied research, to draw substantiated conclusions and to use them in the development of a design programme, in the planning of and over the course of a design process. B3. Ability to conduct an autonomous analysis of the findings of research, to set social, artistic and economic priorities, to develop general cultural awareness (of arts and architecture) informed by the outcomes of scholarly research. C) Study field abilities : C1. Ability of independent solutions of complex architectural problems underpinned by the context established by research findings; ability to develop projects of buildings of different functions and complexity, of groups of buildings and open public spaces, to initiate joint projects and activities, to teamwork and to act as a leader a group. C2. Creative and artistic abilities, aesthetic stance and moral values, intellectual abilities to articulate and communicate artistic ideas in architectural projects – creative and critical reasoning, ability to see a broad field of problems, to make optimal solutions. C3. Abilities to realize creative ideas – capability of using contemporary methods of creation, ability of free and unhindered expression of ideas and of bringing them across to public in a powerful and expressive manner through the use of the contemporary media. D) Social abilities : D1. Ability to operate in a collective environment, skills in communication and collaboration with specialists in other fields, a sense of professional commitment, criticism and self-criticism, taking a personal and collective responsibility to society (forecasting and assessment of long-term social consequences of architectural projects). D2. Ability to communicate information, understanding and ideas in a compelling, unequivocal and clear manner to specialist and lay audiences; skills of written and oral communication, experience in digital communication and command of traditional media for visual rendition. D3. Ability to develop organizational skills, to be pro-active and seek leadership positions (motivate people to pursue common goals), determination and professionalism in completing assigned tasks and keeping to commitments made. E) Personal abilities : E1. Ability of rational planning and organizing one’s own activity (of professional practice, creative work and learning), ability to employ efficient methods of professional activity, to carry with professionalism and responsibility the assignments received and the commitments taken. E2. Ability to seek innovation and continuous professional development through perfection of skills indispensable for the architectural practice. E3. The sense of responsibility in one’s practice and ability to forecast the consequences of one’s own work assuming moral responsibility for the impact on the environment, on public welfare and on cultural and economic development. Activities of teaching and learning: Employed for creative-professional course units: • problem-centred lectures and discussions (focused on the analysis and elaboration of a problem); • problem solving method, eye-to-eye tutoring (focused on search for solutions in response to a real-world social, cultural, urban-architectural problems; case-study based activity); • presentation of independent (individual and group) creative work: its progress and results; review, critical analysis and discussion; • seminars and creative studio practice sessions take place routinely at the start of a semester, with a goal of giving a broader overview of the theme in focus; the end of each semester is marked by a public review of creative work combined with critical analysis, critique, feedback and discussions. Creative workshop is a format of joint group work conducted in response to topicalities of the day (visits and workshops by leading foreign specialists, participation in competitions and public actions). • professional practice placements with the architectural design enterprises is an integrate part of the entire study process. They are periods of testing and deepening of specialty knowledge, of broadening of skills of autonomous professional activity. Opportunity to gain familiarity with the organizational structure of a company, with its operations and employment possibilities. These methods are to cover the delivery of approx. 80 % of study scope. The following is used for theoretical subjects dedicated to building the corpus of knowledge: • problem-centred lectures, seminars, mid-term and final testing methods, with a broader application of cumulative evaluation. These methods are used for approx. 20 % of study scope. Student achievement assessment methods: Student achievement assessment is anchored to the principles of validity, objectivity, consistency and transparency: • In theoretical subject courses students receive informal oral assessment (in the frame of a colloquium, discussion) and a summative assessment for a written work (test, essay, examination); • For creative courses, diagnostic assessment (primary closure/sketch), formative assessment (informal feedback during tutorials and midterm reviews) and final summative assessment (course work/graduation projects) are employed. Students are assessed considering: the use of knowledge in practice, artistic-aesthetic, engineering-technological literacy; capability of autonomous work and study. The process employs a cumulative assessment system: a range of facets are embraced to evaluate the assignments of independent work, the final grade represents a calculated common arithmetic mean. The assessment of work takes place in the environment of public review, within the frame defined by provisions and criteria presented to students at the start of each semester. Framework: Study subjects (modules), practical training: • professional-creative course units in the field of study (159 credits): core course units in architectural design and compositions – 24 credits, course units in architectural design – 80 credits, professional practice placement –18, research and final work – 37 credits; • professional theoretical-creative course units within the study field (21 credit): course units of environment planning – 6 credits, subjects of structural design of architecture –15 credits; • theoretical course units within the study field (42 credits): the history and theory of architecture, heritage conservation, the basics of urban planning, urban ecology and sustainable architecture – 21 credit, construction mechanics and materials, construction structures and civil engineering equipment, building physics, construction economics, law of construction and territorial planning –18 credits, methods of pre-design applied research and scholarly research – 3 credits; • artistic-creative subjects within the study field (39 credits): methods of computer aided design – 9 credits, visual expression/rendition – 30 credits. Specialisations: Optional courses: • specialty field – optional courses (18 credits): a package of general university study courses designed by the Academy and/or courses in other study fields dedicated to the broadening students’ world outlook, intellect and erudition. Distinctive features of a study programme: The study programme is created major field (architecture) study and is focused on training a qualified architect and creative artist at the same time. Following successful completion of the degree studies, graduates acquire qualifications set down by the Law of the Recognition of Regulated Professional Qualifications and a qualification degree of a Master of Arts (Architecture) which entitles to architectural practice or another practice equivalent to it. Access to professional activity or further study: Access to professional activity: Graduates can seek employments with the national and municipal institutions of territorial planning, with companies of architectural design and territorial planning, they can design, autonomously, buildings of low complexity or, under the leadership of an accredited specialist (project manager), develop architectural projects for buildings of diverse complexity and their immediate environment. After two years of work within their profession field, the graduates of the study programme are eligible to seek, according to the procedure set by the Lithuanian Government, Architectural Project Manager Qualification Certificate and start their independent business of architectural design. Access to further study: Graduates can proceed with third cycle studies leading to a PhD in Arts, they can pursue scholarly researcher or pedagogical careers at a higher university school or other educational institution.

Future holders of a master’s degree in applied ceramic art study special technologies, design, visual arts and the context of visual arts, trends in contemporary art, theory and aesthetics, the art of objects, computer graphics, artistic photography, the methodology of academic research, the interplay of the arts, etc. Creative-educational training is organised. The duration of training is 200 hours. Creative and artistic work skills are improved during the training and students get acquainted with the future work environment. This applied ceramic art programme is intended for individuals who have acquired a bachelor’s degree in applied ceramic art and would like to earn a master’s degree in applied ceramic art.

Future specialists of graphics study applied and pictorial graphics, engraving, book art, print and calligraphy, methodology of art criticism, hermeneutics, emblems and heraldry, theory of design, drawing, painting, etc. Practical training is organized in the form of creative practice. The duration of practical training is 400 hours. During training, the acquired skills of creating posters, book covers and logos; using computer programmes, etc., are developed. The study programme for graphics is intended for persons who have acquired the qualification of bachelor and wish to become masters of art.

Objective(s) of a study programme: Objective of the study programme Pedagogy is to train teachers, capable to apply educational knowledge in pedagogical practise and independently develop knowledge obtained; able to produse and base on research of pedagogical processes in the changing educational environment; capable to work as subject teacher and to provide professional functions in all types of general education institutions (primary, main school, secondary school); also to work as teachers in programmes of non formal education; to work in vocational schools and colleges. Learning outcomes: 1.1. Graduates will be able to protect and develope broad culture of Lithuania; to participate in creation of democratic and civic society; will be able to construct system of values of children and will be following general human values; 1.2. Graduates will be able to follow the modern concept of the mission of education; participate in creation of the society of information and knowledge; will be able to integrate knowledge from various fields (science, art); will be familier with tendencies and priorities of social, cultural, economic development of society, it‘s values and will be able to link this with professional activity; will be able to participate in the processes of changes of society and educational sector, basing on achievements of social sphere, science and informational technologies. 2.1. Graduates will be able to apply knowledge and experiece gained in the area of communication and management of information: will competently use language in real and/or virtual professional environment; will be able to communicate in foreign language (-es); will demonstrate skills of leadership, team work, organisational skills; 2.2. Basing on gained knowledge and decissions made, graduates will formulate conclusions and transmit them clearly, also conceptualy and visualy to the audiences of specialists and non specialists; will be able to follow these conclusions in various professional contexts. 3.1. Graduates will know strategies of effective communication and will be able to use them; will be able to solve conflicts; will know peculiarities of project work and will be able to motivate children for such activities; 3.2. Graduates will be able to communicate and cooperate with colleagues and other specialists, parents of children as well. 4.1. Graduates, making research, will be able to base on experience and competences, obtained during BA studies and Pedagogical studies as well, will know and will be skilled to choose and combine appropriate research structure and strategy (qualitative and quantitative methods); will be skilled in choosing resources; organizing and providing research; interpreting results, presenting them, making decisions and reflecting feedback. 4.2. Graduates will know principles and strategies of academic writing; will be able to systematize, analyze, evaluate, interpret data obtained; will be skilled in argumentation; will be able to create analytic text of the professional field. 5.1. Graduates will be able to organise individual and group learning; will be able to purposefully balance artistic experience and educational knowledge, will be able reflect on pluses and minuses of their professional practise, also base on these reflections, planning personal professional growth; will be able constantly analyse educational process and creatively solve professional problems in regular professional context. 5.2. Graduates will be able purposefully update knowledge and develop skills obtained; will have skills, necessary for independent learning; will be active as artists – will develop skills, obtained during BA studies. 6.1. Graduates will be able purposefully and resultativelly participate in school management activities; will be able to start and guide non formal creative initiatives (studios, etc.); will understand reasons and forms of conflicts, raising at school and will be able to evaluate problemic situations at school adeąuatelly. 6.2. Graduates will know and will be able to base on documents, reglamenting work of school; will be able to initiate and be in charge of creative projects (summer camps, exhibitions, etc.); participate in other projects, related with school life. 7.1. Graduates will be familier with hard and soft ware of computers, will be able to use main functions of internet and will be able to integrate modern technologies into the teaching/learning process (prepare presentations, etc.); will be skilled to reveal for children relations between modern technologies and art technologies and will be skilled to expose strategies of combination of these two. 7.2. Graduates will know features of computer literacy of children and will be able to develop these skills of children, basing on principles of aesthetics, systematisation, creativity and safety. 8.1. Graduates will know principles of the creation of safe, aesthetic, functional educational environment, protecting emotional, social, intellectual development of children and will be able to create such: relations will be based not on concurention and competition, but on cooperation of creating individuals; graduates will know how to deal safely and functionally with physical environment; will be skilled in constructive and creative usage of technologies, materials and props; 8.2. Graduates will know peculiarities of the educational environment, necessary for the development of activity, tolerance, creativity, spontanity, individuality, initiative, independency of children and will be skilled to create such; will be skilled to create environment, open for changes and creativity and giving children feeling of safely and making them believe in themselves and others. 9.1. Graduates will know documents, required for successfull educational process (programme, plan, etc.) and will be skilled to follow them and to create them as well; will be able to formulate teaching goals and objectives; to select and combine teaching/learning strategies, necessary for the achievement of goals and objectives formulated. 9.2. Graduates will be skilled to plan resources, necessary for the achievement of goals and objectives formulated (at school, at the excurssion, at the museum, art gallery, workshop, etc.); will be skilled in preparing attractive, inspiring and interesting material for education process. 10.1. Graduates will be familier with the specific of art process, will be able to achieve balance between teaching and consulting, being in charge and leadership, monitoring and assessing; will know and be able to use different interventional psychosocial and educational strategies, helpfull in conflict solving and decission making situations. 10.2. Graduates will know and be able to use different strategies, developing critical thinking, problem solving skills of children and creativity; will be able to participate in the creation of individualised programmes for children with special needs and to implement them. 11.1. Graduates will know formal and non formal strategies of the assessment of children achievements and will be able to combine and use them, taking care about emotional, intellectual, social and physical development of children; will know principles, criterions of assessment of creative processess and their results; will be able to reveal children‘s creative potention; 11.2. Graduates will know strategies of children achievements and will be skilled to use them appropriate way, keeping in mind individual (and special) needs of children; will know modern concept of giftedness and will be able to follow it. 12.1. Graduates will be skilled to bring up ability of children to self-evaluate themselves and have a high self-esteem; will be able to create environment, open for learning and creation joy; will be able to consult; 12.2. Graduates will know peculiarities of learning problems and difficulties (including creative ones) and will be skilled to help children to overcome them. 13.1. Graduates will understand individuality of a child as the main value, connected with the development of child and will be skilled to follow this rule in professional field. 13.2. Graduates will know individual differences of pupils (age, gender, language, social background, giftedness, special needs, learning styles, etc.), will be able to detect features of emotional discomfort of children; to be competent realising special needs and will be skilled to provide additional support; will be able to identify exceptional cases, dangerous for health and psychosocial development of children. 14.1. Graduates will know the context of professional field and challenges of it and will reflect their professional potention in objective manner, keeping high self-esteem and creative ambitions. 14.2. Graduates will be able to make caree planning: to plan, improve and reflect on their professional and creative activities. Activities of teaching and learning: Lectures, seminars, independent studies, project work, practises. Methods of assessment of learning achievements: Knowledge and skills of students after studies of all subjects (including Practises and Final Thesis) is assessed, using scale (10 –1). Final grade is constructed, using scale principle and combining it with formative assessment principle (evaluated interim tasks). Specialisations: - Optional courses: Students can choose 1 from 2 optional subjects (Rethoric or Foreign language of Speciality (English/German) (3 ECTS) Distinctive features of a study programme: Programme provides general and professional competences of the teacher, the focus is fiven to studies of didactics of fine arts and technologies as well.