Digital Media Design - MRU

Digital Media Design

Field of study Informatics
Degree awarded Bachelor of Informatics (MRU)/Bachelor of Science (DSU)
Duration 4 years (2 years in Lithuania, 2 years in South Korea)
Language English
Tuition fee at MRU: €3836 (study year 2024-2025), at DSU: $5600 (study year 2024-2025)

Purpose of Programme:

Digital Media Design is a transdisciplinary programme (specialty) that teaches the students high-level industry production skills fundamentally based on Coding, UI/UX Design, Creative Design Content Practices, 3D Modeling, Service Design, Design Entrepreneurship and implementation of different types of technologies. The learning goal of the program (specialty) is to build the fundamental competences for the creation of complex in Digital Media area. Students learn to make Interactive and Virtual Reality experiences that integrate Technologies, Design and Business, Mobile Applications for the creative content, games, websites and etc.

Main Programme Features:

  • Visual (Content) Communication by implementing different informatics and technology based solution;
  • Service Design and Creative Design practices, its convergence with digitally developed contents by using technology means;
  • Game Development basing on the content and digital design solutions;
  • Digital Animation basing on the content and digital design solutions;
  • Design Entrepreneurship.

Employment Opportunities for Graduates:

  • TV and production companies, Digital Media Producers;
  • Motion Graphic Designers in Graphic Design studios;
  • Virtual Reality Producers, 3D Modelers, Digital Animators, Game Artists & Developers;
  • UI/UX Designers, Web & Mobile Application Designers and Consultants of Digital Tools in Social Media.

*The study programme will be offered from September 1st 2023, if approved by the University Senate.

Relevant information
Study Content

Course units

ECTS credits

1st YEAR

60

1 SEMESTER

30

Compulsory course units

30

Contemporary Mathematics

6

Psychology

6

Introduction to Digital Contents

6

Databases

6

Fundamentals of Programming

6

2 SEMESTER

30

Compulsory course units

30

Game Design

6

Game Mathematics

6

Data Structures and Algorithms

6

Computer Graphic

6

Foreign Language for Specific Purposes (English / French / German)

6

2nd YEAR

60

3 SEMESTER

30

Compulsory course units

24

Basic Sculpturing

6

Computer Network Architectures

6

Object-Oriented Design and Programming

6

Fundamental figure drawing (Precision drawing)

6

Alternatively elective course units

6

Artificial Intelligence in Games

6

Matte Painting

6

4 SEMESTER

30

Compulsory course units

24

Philosophy

6

Cinematography and Editing

6

3D Modeling

6

3D Maya Fundamentals

6

Alternatively elective course units

6

Game Engine Architectures

6

Game Scenario and Game Level Design

6

3rd YEAR

66

5 SEMESTER

36

Compulsory course units

36

Typographic Design

6

Motion Graphics Design

6

Web Design and Development

6

3D Modeling and Animation

6

Digital Publishing

6

Visual Effects

6

6 SEMESTER

30

Compulsory course units

30

Advanced Motion Graphics Design

6

User Interface Design

6

User Experience Design

6

Advanced 3D Modeling and Animation

6

Sound Studio

6

4th YEAR

54

7 SEMESTER

30

Compulsory course units

30

Bachelor Thesis. Part I

8

Research Methods

6

Design Entrepreneurship

6

Physical Computing Design

4

Music and Creativity

6

8 SEMESTER

24

Compulsory course units

24

Portfolio

16

Bachelor Thesis

8

Learning Outcomes

General competences and learning outcomes

Personal abilities

  1. Is able to apply creative solutions, knows the principles of self-education and is able to apply them in team-based activities.

Social abilities

  1. Is able to gather a team for creative projects, as well as plan and implement managerial activities for distribution of digital media content.

Subject specific competences and learning outcomes

Knowledge and its application

3.1. Is able to independently acquire knowledge in the field of digital media design, follow technological and creative trends in national and global scale.

3.2. Is able to analyze data transaction processes in computer networks and information systems, configure and apply them for digital media design.

Research skills

4.1. Is able to independently develop research plan, study and analyze the scientific literature, systematize and summarize information, draw conclusions.

4.2. Is able to select suitable quantitative and qualitative research methods for the analysis of problematic area, apply these methods and to present collected data in the appropriate form for the research object.

Special abilities

5.1. Is able to design and implement digital media design projects by using computer graphics,  UX and artificial intelligence methods.

5.2. Is able to create content scenario, to design appropriate media elements.

5.3. Is able to apply tools for texturing, visual effects, matte painting in digital media design production.

5.4. Is able to use graphical design and modeling tools for digital media design and development.

Study Organization

Studies for the academic year 2024-2025 will start from September 1st and will be held physically on campus. Full-time studies on Campus are organized on weekdays from 9:00 to 16:00. If some students will not be able to arrive on time due to serious reasons (ex. prolonged TRP application procedure), they will be able to join the courses online for the first semester.

Attention

Before leaving for 3rd and 4th year studies at Dongseo University, students must meet the requirements for a South Korean visa (please note that proof of financial stability for the period of study in South Korea and health insurance will be required).

Admission Steps
  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
Admission Requirements

Required documents:

  • Secondary education diploma or equivalent including final grades
  • 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:

  • 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.
  • There are no limits regarding age, but please note, if you have taken a gap of 5 years or more after high school graduation, we may ask you to take additional tests.
English Language Requirements

Required level – B2

Assessments of English language proficiency certificates equivalent to level B2:

  • TOEFL IBT 72-94
  • IELTS 5.5-6.5
  • PTE score 59-75
  • DUOLINGO 100-125

Applicants with B1 level are still welcome to apply with additional conditions*

Assessments of English language proficiency certificates equivalent to level B1:

  • TOEFL IBT 42-71
  • IELTS 4.0-5.0  
  • PTE score 43-58
  • DUOLINGO 60-95

If you do not have a certificate proving your English language proficiency level, you can take the University Online English language level test. You will be able to choose this option while filling in the application. The test is free of charge.

Certificate is not required if your native language is English or if your previous studies were conducted fully in English language.

*Applicants with an English language proficiency level of B1 may still be considered for admission. However, it is a condition of acceptance that these students undertake additional English language courses (Minor studies) during their first year of study. This is to ensure they reach the required B2 level by the end of their first academic year. More information here.

Documents Legalization
  • 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

Country Specific Requirements can be found here.

Qualification Recognition

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

Fees

Application fee (non-refundable):

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

Registration fee (non-refundable):

  • €50

Tuition fee:

  • at MRU (1st, 2nd study year) for EU/Non-EU citizens per 1 academic year: €3836 (academic year 2024-2025)
  • at DSU (3rd, 4th study year) – $5600 (academic year 2024-2025)

Fees applied for Ukraine citizens. 

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.

Attention

Before leaving for 3rd and 4th year studies at Dongseo University, students must meet the requirements for a South Korean visa (please note that proof of financial stability for the period of study in South Korea and health insurance will be required).

Contact Us
International Admissions Office
Ateities str. 20, LT-08303, Vilnius, Lithuania

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