Course at a Glance

PhDDegree level
4 yearsDuration
LithuaniaLocation
Law, Management, Communication and InformationField of study
EnglishLanguage of instruction
Doctoral Degree (interdisciplinary science fields: Law, Management, Communication and Information)Awards
€4,509Fees
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About this programme

Award: Doctoral Degree (interdisciplinary science fields: Law, Management, Communication and Information). Level: Doctoral. Credits: 30 ECTS. Duration: 4 years (full-time) or 6 years (part-time) (the mode is chosen in the application) (30 ECTS ). Mode: Doctoral, full-time or part-time. Language of instruction: English. Location: Lithuania. Intake: Apply now! Fall semester 2026/27 Application period has ended. Tuition: EUR 4509 per year. English requirement: English • English level C1 • Accepted certificates: IELTS , TOEFL iBT, Cambridge First ( FCE ) or equivalent • Native English speakers or holders of English-medium Masterʼs degrees may be exempt.

The Innovation Governance, Law & Communication doctoral programme addresses one of the defining challenges of the 21st century – how to govern technological and societal transformation in a trustworthy, ethical, and strategic manner. It integrates insights from law , strategic communication , and innovation management , providing a cross-disciplinary framework for research on how institutions, technologies, and discourses co-evolve. The programme is designed for highly motivated candidates with a strong academic background and research interest in the intersections of regulation, communication, and innovation ecosystems. It encourages empirical and theoretical inquiry using qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methodologies, under the supervision of interdisciplinary teams. Contemporary governance challenges – from AI regulation to ESG compliance and digital transformation – require expertise that bridges normative, communicative, and managerial domains. This programme unites three academic traditions: • Law as an enabler of innovation through adaptive and anticipatory regulation. • Communication as the foundation of legitimacy, transparency, and stakeholder trust. • Innovation Management as the architecture for systemic change and policy learning. Graduates develop st

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University & programme

Vilnius University

Lithuania

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English requirementNot published for this programme.
Study modeDoctoral, full-time or part-time

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Admissions checklist

Specific entry criteria for this programme are confirmed case by case. Our Empire Overseas Education admissions team will review your academic record, English scores and budget — free of charge — and tell you exactly where you stand.

The usual set for this level. Your counsellor confirms the exact list for this university.

Academic transcripts
English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
Passport copy
Statement of purpose (optional)
Recommendation letters (optional)

Cost & scholarships

Tuition€4,509 EUR / year≈ $4,901 / year
Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.

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Application timeline

Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.

1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
2Submit application1–3 weeks
3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
4Apply for visa4–8 weeks

Visa & support journey

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Innovation Governance, Law & Communication