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Civil Engineering

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Degree	Bachelor of Engineering Sciences in Civil Engineering
Length, structure	4 years (8 semesters), internship included in the programme. Graduation is finalized with the defense of Final project Detailed curricula
Specialization	Structures and Design Management
Tuition fee for non EU citizens	3870 EUR per year For EU citizens same prices as for local students apply, for details click here.
Start	1st of September
Main subjects	Engineering geodesy, Structural mechanics, Buildings architecture and structures, Building construction technology, Masonry structures, Reinforced concrete structures, Foundation engineering, Environmental geotechnics, Dynamics and stability of buildings.

What are the outcomes of this study programme?

To preserve the Gediminas Hill, to implement the strangest architecture projects, to build a bridge across the widest and most rapidly flowing river are only a few examples of dreams of those, who want to change the world. If you dream to change the world, you can do it this way, as any new building already changes the world's face.
People have always dreamed of their own accommodation: ancient people found shelter in caves, their progeny built houses from branches, and built bridges across rivers.
The advancement of technologies has changed the understanding of construction works, and the conviction that a house needs only walls and a roof has become obsolete. Today, civil engineering is a prestigious profession that unites specialists of various fields, who are knowledgeable of methods to construct a solid, high and complex building, are able to design bridges, tunnels and roads, water supply and cleaning systems.
Civil engineers are able to independently built a solid wall, as they know what is needed for the wall's longevity. A good specialist examines every inch of any building and is able to explain any structural element's function.
Modern civil engineers implement the craziest projects - build almost one kilometer skyscrapers or dozen-storey underground structures, carry out construction works in the open sea on artificial islands, plan and build bridges. Impressive buildings also demonstrate the country's economic power.
If an architect cares about a buildings exterior, a civil engineer pays great attention to its reliability. A civil engineer's knowledge allows them to construct an exclusive design and most elaborately shaped buildings. No structure can be build in civil engineer's absence.
This study programme provides knowledge of building and structures design, applying the recent calculation and construction principles, and modern construction technologies. Also, in the course of studies, students learn to carry out engineering research of soils, organize and manage building and structure design process, evaluate and select reliable technical solutions, and save energy resources by rational exploitation of the advanced construction materials.
A modern civil engineer is a mathematician, physicist, chemist, and IT specialist in one person. The most elaborate computer software is being developed for and the most powerful computers are used in the building design process. Thus, buildings and structures spacial computer models are created by an engineer long before the beginning of the construction works.
The Design of Buildings and Structures specialization studies are aimed at preparation of specialists, who are knowledgeable of construction mechanics, buildings and structures design and construction, their production and equipment technologies.

What will you learn?

Some key abilities and knowledge that Civil Engineering study programme helps students develop and acquire include:

The ability to design buildings and structures, applying the newest calculation and construction principles, the newest construction technologies;
The ability to carry out engineering research and evaluation;
The ability to select reliable technical solutions and strategies;
The ability to design, organize and manage construction works processes, to reasonably utilize construction materials and energy resources, minimize costs, to carry out construction qualitative assessment;
The ability to evaluate materials, structures research data, to select the appropriate calculation methos, to prepare building structural part's project and supervise its implementation, to apply the newest computer building structures design software;
The ability to manage building design processes, applying building information modelling (BIM) principles;
The ability to investigate buildings and their structural condition, ensure fire protection, civil and labour safety, new construction materials and structure exploitation;
The ability to analyze geotechnical research, geotechnical design and construction tasks, applying technical and technological solutions, to organize and manage project and construction management processes.

Where can students do an internship?

In a study programme of civil engineering it is compulsory to do an internship in the industry. During the internship time students work in companies of design or constructions in Lithuania and abroad.

Where is it possible to study abroad?

Students who are willing to study in foreign universities, have an opportunity to study abroad for one semester in the following countries: Finland, Sweden, Germany, Portugal, Spain, England, France, South Korea, Taiwan, USA, etc.

CUSTOMIZE YOUR EXPERIENCE

You will have plenty of opportunities to apply and diversity your skills through graduate projects, internships, career programmes, clubs and societies.

What are career opportunities after graduation?

The bechelors of civil engineering are acquire all skills necessary for practical work and they are ready for independent professional activities. They can start practical activities in construction and design companies, expert bureaus, departments of ministries, town and regional municipalities or can continue their master studies.

Student testimonials

Kamila Tlegenova

from Kazakhstan

Every country affects everyone differently in its own unique way. This is my fifth month in Lithuania and I would like to share with you my experience here. Since I came here I’ve noticed many different perspectives that helped me to know this country better, such as my University’s staff, my friends, and surroundings.
There is always a challenge when one is going to live abroad regardless of age or personal attitude. It is important to adjust to new society and choose the right path to develop relationships with local people, be aware of all unfamiliar rules and laws, and not to lose oneself in unpredictable course of events. And if you are a student you have to focus twice as much in order to keep pace with studies and feeling comfortable in a new country. However, I can say without any doubts that my first period in Lithuania was not stressful at all. VGTU creates an atmosphere which breaks the ice. For international student as me the main role played International Studies Centre. Due to their committed work students don’t feel much pressure from unexpected life situations connected with their studies and being in Lithuania. Their organized work prevents any frustrating circumstances starting from the moment when student applies for his studies. Even if undesired will occur, the first thought that comes to international student is to go to the International Studies Centre, where administration will support him in any issues. The ISC is the foundation of my experience in Vilnius, the next who influenced my views on Lithuania are my teachers and classmates.
University is a society where students spend most of their time and it is important to be surrounded by those who will encourage in everything you do. I like all my teachers and their attitude towards students. There is no stressful tension between us. Lecturers willingly explain everything that we don’t understand and they show enthusiasm to teach us something new. After my first freshman semester I can say that I got some basic knowledge which can move me forward in studies. Speaking about my classmates I’m really glad to have in my class people from other countries as well as Lithuanians. To know somebody from another place in the World is great and to be friends with local people even better. By interacting with Lithuanian students I learn more about the culture and the country. For me it is very important, because it makes me feel as I am not only a foreigner but I’m also a part of Lithuania – the beautiful country with long history and lush green forests.
Lithuania welcomed me with its nice picturesque views and old majestic architecture. I enjoyed walking in the Old City in Vilnius and discovering new for myself. Here I met many foreigners who like me were exploring this amazing Baltic country. I noticed that Lithuanians are nice and friendly to foreigners. For those who speak English or Russian it is easy to communicate, because most of Lithuanians know at least two languages. The Lithuanian language itself is a very beautiful musical language, listening to it kindles in me a desire to speak it myself. Learning culture and people’s behavior here definitely added some colors in my life experience.
I can talk a long time about Lithuania, however here I shared with you things that influenced my life the most. I appreciate the work which is done by administration in VGTU; it surely helps each student to adjust to a new community. Society in which I spend most of my time creates a positive atmosphere for studies and free time. If the two previous became a “foundation” and a “body”, the culture and beauty of Lithuania is a sparkling cover of my unique experience abroad. I’m glad that the meaningful stage of my life is happened to start here in Lithuania.

Dhan Bahadur Lama

from Nepal

Studying abroad and especially in Vilnius Gediminas Technical University, is like a dream come true because it gives me a perfect opportunity to learn what I exactly want to pursue. The university is lively and filled with chances to fulfil my goals. The lecturers are supportive and friendly which makes them quite accessible in studies. The staff members also care for the future career of students and they are always ready to help. International Study Centre staffs members are great to me as they are always helping in my needs and friendly to assist at any time.
People from different cultures and backgrounds are treated with respect and dignity and assisted by guidance and encouragement from the teaching team, as well as supported by excellent resources. Moreover, the university has provided a good study atmosphere for students. All students are enthusiastic, friendly, adorable which I like the most. Furthermore, I suggest to future coming student be a part of Vilnius Gediminas Technical University and you will find no better environment of study than here to achieve your goals of future in career of study. All in all, I am enjoying the student life here and mostly with weather condition of this country which is awesome and cool!!

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