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Lithuania: University applicants favor career-focused studies, arts, and flexible learning
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Lithuania: University applicants favor career-focused studies, arts, and flexible learning

From Delfi · () Lithuanian

Translated from Lithuanian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • SMK University reports that students are prioritizing programs with clear career paths, alongside arts and flexible study options.
  • Health sciences, particularly general practice nursing, remain highly sought after due to workforce demand, while business and cybersecurity also attract significant interest.
  • The university notes a growing trend towards flexible and remote learning, allowing students to balance studies with work and other commitments.

Prospective students at SMK University are increasingly drawn to study programs that offer a direct route to employment, while also showing sustained interest in arts and flexible learning formats. This trend reflects a desire for clear career prospects in a dynamic job market.

We are very pleased that most applicants at SMK University chose the General Practice Nursing study program. This is not only our most popular program but also a choice that meets the state's need to train healthcare specialists.

โ€” Viktorija Palubinskienฤ—Director of SMK University on the popularity of nursing programs

Health sciences, especially general practice nursing, continue to be a top choice, driven by the ongoing need for healthcare professionals. Business administration and management programs also remain popular. Notably, new specializations like information and cybersecurity are gaining traction, aligning with national priorities and future job demands.

Cybersecurity is one of the state's priorities today, so we see that applicants are choosing fields that will be needed in the future.

โ€” Viktorija Palubinskienฤ—Director of SMK University on the demand for cybersecurity studies

"We are very pleased that most applicants at SMK University chose the General Practice Nursing study program," said Viktorija Palubinskienฤ—, director of SMK. "This is not only our most popular program but also a choice that meets the state's need to train healthcare specialists."

Creativity is becoming one of the most important competencies today, so these studies remain relevant.

โ€” Viktorija Palubinskienฤ—Director of SMK University on the value of arts programs

Beyond technical fields, creative competencies are also valued. Programs in video production, media, and visual design are attracting students who recognize the importance of originality and innovation in the age of artificial intelligence. SMK also offers flexible study options, including remote and session-based learning, catering to students who wish to balance education with work or family responsibilities.

We are observing that the idea of lifelong learning is becoming more popular, so applicants are more boldly combining studies with other commitments. Remote, session-based studies provide such an opportunity.

โ€” Viktorija Palubinskienฤ—Director of SMK University on the trend of flexible learning
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Originally published by Delfi in Lithuanian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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