Security Policy and Diplomacy

STUDY PROGRAMME PLAN

* – Course units are compulsory for students who have not studied it during their bachelor’s studies.

Knowledge and its application:

• Able to analyse, research and critically evaluate global, regional and local political and economic phenomena at global, regional and local scales;
• Able to navigate the complex field of security policy and diplomacy, fostering the critical thinking, analytical rigour and diplomatic acumen necessary to address contemporary security challenges effectively;
• Able to apply knowledge of international relations theories, frameworks and concepts relevant to security policy and diplomacy;
• Able to choose effective security measures, including cyber security, to ensure crisis management, intelligence policy and the development of public mobilisation.

Ability to conduct research:

• Able to apply qualitative and quantitative research methods to identify security threats, assess policy options and analyse diplomatic strategies;
• Able to summarise and interpret data, special services reports and policy documents to inform strategic decision-making;
• Able to analyse and develop theoretical models, conduct research, develop decision plans and make recommendations on issues of international politics and diplomacy, revealing the tools used by states around the world in pursuit of political objectives;

Specific competences:

• Be able to manage diplomatic processes, negotiations and crisis management scenarios, taking into account cultural differences and geopolitical dynamics;
• Be able to develop diplomatic writing, public speaking and strategic communication skills to communicate complex security issues in a persuasive and diplomatic manner;
• Be able to assess the effectiveness and implications of different policy approaches, including deterrence, diplomacy, conflict resolution and peace-building;

Social skills:

• Be able to think strategically in order to formulate and implement long-term security policy and diplomacy that advance national interests and international political stability
• Be able to respectfully and constructively assess the potential of political, economic, social and cultural relations between actors representing different civilisations and to be open to cultural diversity;

Personal competences:

• Be able to provide advice and expertise on security and diplomacy issues, and to liaise with business and political actors in different countries;
• Be able to develop leadership qualities such as vision, integrity, resilience to promote trust and collective action to address security threats and

Full-Time Studies (in English)

Classes are held on weekdays from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, with one session per week held online in the “Moodle” platform.

International students who are in the process of obtaining a temporary residence permit in Lithuania and cannot travel to Lithuania will be able to study remotely during the first semester.

1. Choose a study programme
2. Fill in the application form at apply.mruni.eu
3. Pay the non-refundable application fee (for non-EU citizens – 100 euros, for EU-citizens, MRU alumni, and Ukrainians – 50 euros)
4. Receive your application evaluation results
5. Confirm your acceptance by paying the first-year tuition fee and 50 euros registration fee (non-refundable)
6. Sign the study contract
7. Start Temporary Residence Permit application procedure
8. Register to studies

Required documents:

• Bachelor degree or equivalent first university degree diploma (3-year study duration minimum)
• Academic transcripts of each study year
• Document proving English language level
• Motivational letter (please note that the authenticity of the motivation letter will be verified using specialized software, so it should be written without AI assistance)
• Passport copy

Additional educational documents might be required depending on the country of residence.

Provided documents must be in color, have no cut corners (high quality scan).

Notes:

• The minimum 60% of maximum possible GPA  is required in order to be considered for admission.
• By submitting the documents applicant agrees for one’s information to be shared with other institutions that the University might refer to while processing the academic verification.
• Applicants might be asked to participate in additional knowledge evaluation.

• If the original educational documents/transcripts are in English, Lithuanian or Russian with an apostille (if required) on the scanned original, no translation needed.
• If original educational documents/transcripts are not in English, Lithuanian or Russian languages, then they have to be supplemented with an official translation.
• The official translation has to be confirmed with the sworn translator’s signature or official notarization.
• Accepted students shall present their original educational documents/transcripts to the International Office upon arrival to begin their studies.

Country Specific Requirements can be found here.

Recognition of Foreign Qualifications

• The evaluation and recognition of prior qualifications is a part of Mykolas Romeris University (MRU) admissions process.
• By submitting the online application you confirm that the documents are legitimate and that MRU can verify the authenticity of the documents by contacting its issuing authority and national ENIC/NARIC centre.
• Documents uploaded must be in good condition and in full colour. Documents issued in languages other than English, Russian, or Lithuanian must be accompanied with an official translation into English or Lithuanian. 
• Before you apply make sure that you have a complete documentation package and that your qualifications are giving access to higher education according to the study programme level you are applying for at the MRU.  

Recognition Criteria

• The purpose of an assessment is to compare a foreign qualification with a similar level qualification awarded in Lithuania according to quality, profile, content, workloads and learning outcomes.
• Your qualification will be assessed according to specific requirements for the programme you are applying for and whether your academic results are sufficient for studies at the MRU.

Right to Appeal

Recognition decisions can be appealed against to the Academic Recognition of Foreign Qualifications Concerning Higher Education Appeal Committee under the Lithuanian Ministry of Education and Science.

All appeals with supporting documents must be submitted to:
Centre for Quality Assessment in Higher Education
Ph.: +37052104778
Email: recognition@skvc.lt 
Address: SKVC, A. Goštauto st. 12, LT-01108, Vilnius, Lithuania

The procedure of evaluation and recognition of academic qualifications

Application fee (non-refundable):

• for Non-EU citizens – €100
• for EU citizens, MRU Alumni, and Ukrainians – €50

Registration fee (non-refundable):

• €50

Tuition fee (EU/Non-EU citizens) per 1 academic year: €4606 per one academic year (2025-2026).

Payment information will be provided in the invoices issued in your online application form.

Student continues to pay the same tuition fee which was implied at the time of the admission.

List of scholarships

Regulations for granting Scholarships and Study Support at Mykolas Romeris University

E-mail: study@mruni.eu
Phone: +370 5 271 4700
WhatsApp: +370  6 564 6682
Office: I-122