Non-degree student

A Non-degree Student status allows individuals to study selected courses or modules at Vilnius College of Design without enrolling in a full degree programme. This study option is designed for those who wish to deepen their knowledge in a specific field, explore studies before applying for a degree programme, or purposefully develop their professional skills. 

Non-degree students do not hold full student status; however, they attend lectures and study activities together with degree programme students. 

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  • Applicants with completed secondary education may apply as non-degree students. Admission is granted without a competitive score or entrance examination. 

    To become a non-degree student: 

    Select a desired course or module from the College’s study programmes; 

    Apply to the College; 

    Sign a non-degree study agreement. 

    Admission is subject to availability of places in the selected courses. 

  • Tuition fees apply only to the selected courses or modules, not to the full study programme. Fees are determined individually, considering: 

    course workload (credits); 

    study format; 

    course type (theoretical or practical). 

    Non-degree studies are not state funded, therefore scholarships and tuition fee compensation do not apply. 

  • Non-degree students attend lectures according to the official schedule and may participate in practical classes, workshops, or projects, depending on the course content. Studies may be delivered in on-site, online, or blended formats. Knowledge and skills may be assessed according to course requirements. Upon completion, the College may issue a certificate confirming course completion. 

  • Final-year secondary school students who were unable to pass final examinations or gain immediate admission to a degree programme. As non-degree students, they may begin studying selected courses alongside their intended cohort and avoid losing a study year. 

    Those wishing to try out studies before making a final decision about degree enrolment. 

    Professionals seeking to update or expand their competencies through individual courses without committing to a full programme. 

    Individuals who already hold higher or vocational education qualifications and wish to deepen their expertise in a specific field.