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The Vilnius University Technology Hub (VU Tech Hub) has launched the Nominal Scholarship Competition for the best defended thesis prepared during degree studies. The students themselves can apply directly or the candidates can be nominated by their academic supervisors.

The competition is open to the undergraduate and graduate students of Vilnius University of first (Bachelor) and second (Master) cycles including integrated studies who defended their final thesis in one of the following categories of the scholarships during the current academic year (2021/2022).

The one-time grant of 300 euros is awarded in each of the following categories:

• “The technologies for the development of society“– for the best thesis exploring and presenting technological solutions that determine the social development;
• “The social challenges in the age of new technologies” – for the best thesis exploring the impact of robotisation, digitalisation and artificial intelligence on the development of society and its institutes;
• “The innovations for life“– for the best thesis that offers a technological solution to meet the needs of society;
• “The best interdisciplinary thesis“– for the best thesis, which examines relevant complex problems and combines research methods of different fields of science.

HOW TO APPLY?

The candidates wishing to participate in the Nominal Scholarship Competition must submit the following information to the VU Tech Hub until the 29 June 2022 by filling this form: https://forms.gle/eZCR9c9zgmy2iG3g8  

An assessment procedure by Nominal Scholarship Commission will take place until the 31 July 2022.

The Scholarship Award Event preliminarily is scheduled for September 2022.

More information about the Nominal VU Tech Hub Scholarship: www.techhub.vu.lt  and by e-mail: info­@techhub.vu.lt

2022-06-15

21st of May at the Faculty of Mathematics and Informatics took place training on gender-based violence. Together with Lithuanian students participated, students from Ukraine as well. The training was held in the English language.

Gender-based violence – why is it important to talk to the university community about it?

"The university's community is quite diverse and numerous. We are different and have our own opinions, beliefs, and experiences. We aim to increase the ability to recognize violence, and its various forms, promote prevention and raise awareness. Another project's "emotional journey" is the topic of bullying, which will be addressed during the youth exchange in Italy." says Justina Krauledaitė, VU MIF International Studies Coordinator.

Local Piloting Phase is a part of a two-year international project, "Creative Emotional Journey – Operational Approach ", under the Erasmus+ programme. During four hours of training, different forms of violence and their origins were tackled. Various methods from non-formal education like Story of Abigaile were tested. After watching a short film, students had a chance to test their critical thinking, argumentation and active listening skills.

In September, in Italy, will be held youth exchange where 25 youngsters will meet to share good practices from the piloting phase. Other participants countries are Italy, Spain, Greece and Portugal.

Projects' "Facebook" page.

2022-06-14

Dear Graduates, Lecturers, Members of the Faculty community,

we kindly invite you to take part in the solemn graduation ceremony on the 23^rd  of June in St. John's Church (Universiteto str. 3, Vilnius). During the celebration, graduates of the Faculty of Mathematics and Informatics will be greeted by university and faculty leaders, lecturers, alumni, students, and will be awarded with diplomas.

9 a.m – 10:30 a.m. Diploma award ceremony will be held in Lithunian / English for graduates of these study programmes:

Bioinformatics (Bachelor)

Informatics (Bachelor)

Informatics (Master's)

Mathematics and Applications of Mathematics (bachelor)

Mathematics (Master's)

Software Engineering (Master)

11 a.m – 1 p.m. Diploma award ceremony for graduates of these study programmes:

Econometrics (Bachelor)

Financial and Actuarial Mathematics (Bachelor)

Information Systems Engineering (Bachelor)

Software Engineering (Bachelor).

ATTENTION!

After receiving the diploma, graduates will be required to sign in the diplomas’ registration journal. Graduates must settle with the University by 17th of June. More information.

Graduates who do not plan to attend the award ceremony are kindly requested to notify the Studies Office by the 17th of June (). Graduates who did not attend the ceremony will be able to collect their diploma at the Studies office from the 27th of June at a pre-agreed time. Diplomas will be kept at the Faculty for one year.

2022-06-01

Every year summer for the final year students starts with tension as the defense of the final theses is waiting for them. This year, the defense of master's thesis at the Faculty of Mathematics and Informatics (MIF) of Vilnius University (VU) begins on May 31st and will end on June 10th, 2022.

The defense of the final thesis of the study programs is public, those who want to watch are invited to come. The vast majority of defenses are conducted in a contact manner, in faculty auditoriums. Registration is required for remote defences.

SCHEDULE OF MASTER'S THESIS DEFENCE

Mathematics

May 31st, 2022, 09:00 - 11:00, room 103 (MIF-Naug.)

Informatics

Friday, June 10th, 2022, 10:00 - 15:00, held online, registration is required. Guest Registration form.

Software Engineering

Thursday, June 2nd, 2022, 09:00 - 15:00, room 419 (MIF-Didl.)

Friday, June 3rd, 2022, 09:00 - 15:00, room 419 (MIF-Didl.)

2022-05-27

Institute of Data Science and Digital Technologies (DSDT) of Faculty of Mathematics and Informatics (MIF) at Vilnius University (VU) is preparing to strengthen research activities in the field of Informatics Engineering by launching research in the field of open-source software.

It is expected that planned research will contribute to the study of the development characteristics of open-source software, all open-source system‘s (OSS) strength enlargement, development of open-source innovation and reduction of rist of using open-source.

The research topic is closely related to the research already carried out at the Insittute in the fields of data science, artificial intelligence, high-performance computing and blockchain technology, therefore it is planned to become a planned one. This will enrich the experience of junior researchers and allow the creation of a group that will carry out high-level research in a targeted manner, and this will undoubtedly increase the competitiveness of the Institute and the Faculty in the Lithuanian scientific knowledge market.

More information about the position can be found here.

2022-05-23

The corridors of Vilnius University, the secrets of Lithuanian nobles, and intriguing tasks – you can immerse yourself in all this in the computer adventure game Crowns and Pawns: Kingdom of Deceit, created by Lithuanians.

The game's content, scope, and graphics are no inferior to the popular global computer games—assistant of Vilnius University Faculty of Mathematics and Informatics (VU MIF) dr. Žilvinas Ledas, former lecturer Šarūnas Ledas, graduates Laurynas Žuromskas, Zorian Ivanec, and Justinas Malijonis contributed to the creation of Crowns and Pawns.

The title Crown and Infantry reveals that players are invited to immerse themselves in historical adventures. One of its creators, head of Tag of Joy, and MIF assistant, Dr Žilvinas Ledas, emphasizes that compatriots have created many games in Lithuania, but this is the first on such a historical theme.

Developed for five years, the game became available to the public on May 6 and involved several thousand players from around the world in just a couple of weeks. The primary mission of the game is to perform tasks while travelling around the world and interpret and search for lost Lithuanian artefacts. The content is reminiscent of the Da Vinci Code—players move into a historical world surrounded by mysticism and detectives.

You can learn more about the game here.

2022-05-13

Vilnius University (VU) and UAB Thermo Fisher Scientific Baltics invite future first-year students of the VU Center for Life Sciences, Faculty of Chemistry and Geosciences, Faculty of Medicine and the Faculty of Mathematics and Informatics to submit applications for company scholarships.

Favorite students selected to prepare a Master's final thesis at the Company will receive a Thermo Fisher Scientific Baltics nominal scholarship of 1.800 Eur per single academic year. VU students who prepare the final thesis at the Company for two academic years and if study results do not worsen are entitled to a second-year scholarship, therefore total scholarship would amount to 3.600 Eur.

Applicants’ Bachelor's final thesis (or exams) and Main study field subjects weighted average grades must be no less than 8 to qualify for the Scholarship competition.

This nominal scholarship does not impact students’ chances of receiving other scholarships from the State, Vilnius University, “Thermo Fisher Scientific Baltics” or others. 

The first-year Master's students must submit applications for the competition by July 31, 2022 

Students must submit the following documents:

• Curriculum vitae (CV);
• Motivational letter, also indicating preferred Research groups;
• Copy of Bachelor studies diploma and its supplement;
• Copy of Secondary school graduation diploma;
• Copy of other achievements, such as scientific and/or social activities (e.g. participation in scientific competitions, tournaments and others);
• Recommendation from VU Faculty or Employer would be an additional benefit.

Application documents should be submitted to the VU Study administration department via e-mail:  and “Thermo Fisher Scientific Baltics” UAB via e-mail:  titled “Thermo Fisher Scientific nominal scholarship”.

Questions regarding this competition should be addressed to “Thermo Fisher Scientific” representative – Edvin Stankevič, , or VU representative – Jurgita Alonderyte-Venckiene e-mail: .

Get acquainted with the conditions and terms of the nominal scholarship for VU master's students. 

2022-05-09

Documents required for selection:

1. Application online; Application is open until May 31st. 
2. Transcript of Records (in English), (Master's students provide copy of BA diploma in English or with certified translation);
3. Prepare a preliminary study plan for at least 4 institutions (for each institution complete a separate Learning Agreement sheet, all programs confirmed by the Faculty Coordinator).

International Student Exchange Programs (ISEP) is a student exchange program that boasts a partnership of more than 300 higher education institutions in over 50 countries worldwide.

Who can participate in ISEP exchange?

VU full-time students (bachelor's and master's, preference for graduate students);

Have completed 2 first cycle semesters at the time of application;

It is recommended that graduate students at VU have completed the first semester before the start of their exchange.

Please note: All communication is made through Vilnius University ISEP Coordinator only. Student requests sent directly to ISEP will not be answered.

Details of the program, selection process and criteria, registration procedure and deadlines

2022-05-09