The BA Design course at Vilnius Academy of Arts introduces students to critical design practices that address social and economic topics through experience and context.

The BA Design programme offers an exclusive focus on the individual and cultural dimensions of product design. It goes beyond addressing functional, technological and aesthetic challenges to emphasise understanding the needs and experiences of individuals (and other life forms).

The programme fosters critical thinking about consumer culture, encourages conceptual exploration, and supports the development of each student's unique creative identity.

Our aim is to educate future product designers – creative, critically minded individuals with broad perspectives, capable of developing innovative design concepts, distinctive products and competitive solutions. Graduates will be equipped to address real-world challenges related to individual, cultural, functional and economic needs.

The curriculum imparts theoretical and practical knowledge, as well as essential research skills, preparing students for professional practice or advanced master's studies.

Design studies are rooted in hands-on, experimental projects, supported by design research, theoretical coursework, personalised mentorship, and critical feedback. Students learn to analyse and solve functional and cultural design problems while considering environmental sustainability.

Their projects often gain international recognition, win prestigious design awards, become commercially successful products, or inspire independent creative careers.

School: Vilnius Academy of Arts
Course: BA Design (Product)
Type: Undergraduate
Location: Vilnius, Lithuania
Course dates: September 2025 to June 2029
Application deadline: 30 June 2026

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What will I learn during this course?

– Critical thinking
– Hands-on design skills
– Research and analytical abilities
– Strong understanding of user-focused and sustainable design

What are the requirements?

– Completed secondary (high school) education
– Portfolio or demonstration of artistic ability

What facilities and resources are available?

– Vilnius Academy of Arts studios and creative workspaces
– Art and design laboratories
– Erasmus+ and other international exchange programmes
– Visiting lecturers, seminars and collaborations with research and industry partners

What career prospects can I expect upon graduating?

Graduates are prepared for careers in a wide range of design fields, including but not limited to furniture and interior item design, home appliances and consumer electronics, transportation design, conceptual and product design, medical equipment, musical instruments and fashion accessories, packaging and toy design and service design.

Who teaches this course?

– Juozas Brundza, professor
– Gintarė Černiauskaitė, associate professor
– Barbora Adamonytė-Keidūnė, associate professor
– Denis Orlenok, associate professor
– Miglė Kibildienė, professor
– Marija Puipaitė, associate professor
– Mantas Lesauskas, associate professor
– Deividas Juozulynas, associate professor
– Darius Čekanauskas, lecturer
– Karolis Bakūnas, lecturer

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