Eastern European and Russian Studies

30/04/2024

📢We are glad to announce the publication of the article "Domestic Violence, Lithuania, and the Istanbul Convention" by Eugenijus Krikščiūnas in collaboration with Release Peace magazine!

📰 https://releasepeace.org/domestic-violence-lithuania-and-the-istanbul-convention/

Eugenijus Krikščiūnas is an IIRPS VU second-year master's student in the Eastern European and Russian Studies programme. 🎓

Suppose you are willing to develop your academic and analytical skills while assessing critical political and social processes about a specific region, as Eugenijus Krikščiūnas did. In that case, we have a unique master's programme for you: Eastern European and Russian studies.

🔍More information about the Eastern European and Russian studies programme and how to apply here: https://apply.vu.lt/courses/course/24-eastern-european-and-russian-studies

Remember that the admissions deadline for applicants from non-EU/EFTA countries is tomorrow, the 1st of May!

We remind you that Release Peace will be happy to collaborate with all BA, MA, PhD studies students, independent researchers, alums, and lecturers who are part of IIRPS VU.

📚If you are interested, remember that you can also use your previous work and bachelor/master's thesis as a working basis for your upcoming article.

Submit your topic ideas and get in contact with Release Peace editors by sending us an email at [email protected]

18/04/2024

They say "Keep your friends close, but your adversaries closer."📜 In today's geopolitical climate, that translates to needing a deep understanding of complex regions like Eastern Europe and Russia, a critical player often at the center of global tensions.

🎓The Master's Programme in Eastern European and Russian Studies at Vilnius University Institute of International Relations and Political Science (IIRPS VU), helps you become an expert on the region, guiding you through the politics, economies, and cultures of Eastern Europe in a straightforward way.

Why choose this programme?
🔹Become Knowledgeable: Learn about Eastern European geopolitics, history, and ongoing changes to grasp the region's significance globally.
🔹Enhance Your Skills: Develop critical thinking abilities to understand complicated issues and recognize tactics used in information warfare.
🔹Experience it Fully: Study and live in lovely Vilnius, Lithuania, and explore Eastern European countries on enlightening study trips.
🔹Expand Your Connections: Interact with respected faculty studying the region and connect with practitioners offering valuable insights.
🔹Secure Your Future: Set yourself up to be in demand as an analyst, diplomat, or business leader, armed with a strong understanding of Eastern Europe, a crucial region in today's global landscape.

Don't just observe the complexities of Eastern Europe - become an expert, study at IIRPS VU.

P.S. Got any questions? Feel free to ask in the comments! 🤓

12/04/2024

27/06/2023

Tomorrow is the last day to apply for the Eastern European and Russian Studies Master’s programme!

The Eastern European and Russian Studies Programme is devised to provide deep and comprehensive knowledge about the region – its political, economic and cultural particularities, and develop academic and analytical skills that will enable graduates to analyse, evaluate and assess key political and social processes within this dynamic and exciting region.

13/06/2023

Considering a Master's programme in Eastern European and Russian Studies? 🤔

Jasper Dietz, a first-year master’s student at VU TSPMI, shares his thoughts on studying at the Institute.

"In recent years, I developed an interest in Eastern European and Russian (geo)politics. After my bachelor's degree, I wanted to find a suitable master's programme related to this interest. I came across the EERS programme at Vilnius University, and it turned out to be a perfect match! The course is extremely versatile, looking at Eastern European (geo)political issues from multiple dimensions and perspectives. With the opportunity to choose electives as well, you can shape your curriculum according to your own interests. The professors at our institute are also incredibly knowledgeable. Not only when it comes to the academic side of things but field experience too. This is something that I specifically value. But most importantly, there is no better place to delve into Eastern European and Russian Studies than a country that is close to the fire with expertise stemming from its own experience with Russia!"

More information about the study programme and how to apply here: https://www.tspmi.vu.lt/en/master-studies/eastern-european-russian-studies/

29/05/2023

Eastern European and Russian Studies Programme trip to Poland! 🇵🇱

On 25-26 May, Master's students went on a study trip to Poland, where they met with researchers, diplomats and visited important sites in the region.

The students first had a conversation with Maciej Zaniewicz, Senior Analyst/Senior Programme Manager at Forum Energii, about energy policy, then met with diplomats at the Embassy of the Republic of Lithuania in the Republic of Poland, as well as with PhD Witold Rodkiewicz from the OSW Centre for Eastern Studies, followed by a visit to the Museum of the History of Polish Jews and a tour of Warsaw.
Later, the students visited Krakow, where they saw the Royal Castle of Wawel and other important sites.

💭Interested in Eastern European and Russian studies? Find out more: https://www.tspmi.vu.lt/en/master-studies/eastern-european-russian-studies/

19/05/2023

🌍 Apply to the Eastern European and Russian Studies master programme ( ) and develop the skills to analyse political and social processes within this dynamic and exciting region of the world!

👩‍🎓Our university will be the perfect place to join experts and practitioners in this field and you will also have the opportunity to take part in study trips to different countries in the region.

Don't miss your change to study at VU TSPMI!

📷 Vilniaus universitetas / Vilnius University

Study Eastern European and Russian Studies in Vilnius University – the oldest and best university in Lithuania. Scholarships available now!

09/05/2023

We are glad to announce the publication of the article "We Had a Closer Look at China's Space Programme" by Mariam Kvartskhava in collaboration with Release Peace magazine!
https://releasepeace.org/chinas-space-programme/

Mariam is an IIRPS VU first-year master's student in the Eastern European and Russian Studies programme.

Suppose you are willing to develop your academic and analytical skills while assessing critical political and social processes about a specific region, as Mariam did. In that case, we have a unique master's programme for you: Eastern European and Russian studies.

More information about the Eastern European and Russian studies programme and how to apply here: https://www.tspmi.vu.lt/.../eastern-european-russian.../ Do not forget that the admissions deadline is on the 1st of June!

We remind you that Release Peace will be happy to collaborate with all BA, MA, PhD studies students, independent researchers, alumni and lecturers, part of IIRPS VU.
If you are interested, remember that you can also use your previous work and/or bachelor/master's thesis as a working basis for your upcoming article.

Submit your topic ideas and get in contact with Release Peace editors by sending us an email at [email protected]

05/05/2023

Willing to study at IIRPS VU but in need of a little help…?

IIRPS VU offers a wide possibility of scholarships, tuitions and grants for EU and non-EU students:

❗️ EU students can pretend to state-funded places: https://apply.vu.lt/news/new/83-citizens-eu-and-efta-countries-can-apply-statefunded-study-place-lithuania

❗️ If you are from Ukraine, Armenia, Georgia, Belarus, Moldova, Azerbaijan, China, Israel, Japan or South Korea or are a foreigner of Lithuanian origin from non-EU and EFTA countries, you are eligible for a grant covering your study cost and a monthly scholarship to study in Lithuania! https://studyin.lt/scholarships/full-time-master-degree-studies/

❗️ ARQUS Talent Scholarship proposes allowances up to 1,400.00€/month and, in addition, will cover the tuition fee at the student’s entrance university: https://arqus-alliance.eu/arqus-talent-scholarship-fund/ More information about all scholarship and tuition fee waivers possibilities here: https://www.vu.lt/en/studies/master-studies -fee-waivers-and-scholarships-to-apply-for-during-the-admission-procedure
⚠️ Don’t forget to submit your application until the 1st of June!
You can apply here: https://apply.vu.lt/

Get to know the region from the inside by living and exploring it from Lithuania.

Explore Eastern Europe and Russia from a cozy and modern European capital Vilnius!

03/04/2023

Get to know all about Political Sciences, Public Management & Law studies at Vilnius University!

📍When? April 5th, 4:30 PM UTC+3

📍Where? Online: https://bit.ly/WebinarVU

Join the Vilnius University webinar and find out more about Eastern European and Russian Studies: study programme + opportunities + fees + tuition.

Don’t forget to register!
https://bit.ly/WebinarVU