About program

The aim of the Beauty Therapy programme is to prepare beauty therapy specialists in biomedical sciences study area, which are able to select and perform beauty services, seeking to enhance person’s physical appearance and increase their self-esteem. The program aims to develop students’ holistic view on a person, seeking internal and external unity, i.e. improvement of physical appearance and the increase of self-esteem. Student is educated based on common-human competencies, spiritual Christian values, based on which students work with clients. Much attention is paid to the unity of beauty and health responding to the principles of ecological lifestyle.

State code: 6531GX008
Field of studies: Cosmetology
Area of studies: Health Sciences
Mode of studies: full-time studies
Length of Programme: 3 academic years (180 ECTS)
Name of qualification: Professional Bachelor of Health Sciences

Access to professional activity or further study

The acquired Professional Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences enables a graduate to work in different areas where beauty services are provided: in beauty studios, salons, SPA centres, rehabilitation centres, in shopping and leisure centres, art projects, accommodation businesses (hotels, guest houses and holiday homes) where beauty therapy services are provided;  furthermore, they will be able to work and advise for the companies, heathcare  and other institutions or organisations which attend to the good physical appearance and self-esteem of their employees and clients; they will also be able to work as self-employed individuals.

Access to further studies: Graduates of first cycle higher education programme will be able to study further in health sciences study fields programmes.

Studies and practice

Study plans, practical training.

Study plans: Introduction to professional studies; Holistic human cognition; Facial skin condition assesment and monitoring; Decorative cosmetics; Cosmetic procedures; Body treatments procedures; Hand and foot care; Nursing and personal care; Special procedures; Aesthetic rehabilitation in cosmetology; Employability design; Professional experiences.

Study subjects: Studying primers; Philosophy; Professional values and ethics; Communication psychology; Foreign Language I; Basics of Law; Biochemistry and cosmetics chemistry; Anatomy, psysiology and pathology; Color theory and drawing; General cosmetology; Microbiology; Cosmetic procedures; Dermatology; Cosmetic equipment and apparatus; Decorative cosmetics; Course work; Emergency aid and job security; Basics of General and Aesthetic Surgery; The methodology of scientific applied research; Fundamentals of Pharmacology; Body treatments procedures; Hand care performance technology; Genetics and cytology; Spa procedures; Foot care technology; Personal hygiene and healthy living; Aromatherapy and phytotherapy; Business organisation and marketing of beauty; Physical medicine in beauty therapy;

Elective courses: Project development and management; Specialty language culture; Nail design; Information Technology; Information management; Public speaking.

Professional practice: Introduction practice; Technological practice (I); Technological practice (II); Customer service practices; Final practice.

Exchange studies: Possibility to take part in Erasmus+ exchange programme for studies and internships and get monthly scholarships of 300 – 700 Eur.

Admission requirements

Minimal education of the applicant: Secondary

  1. Must apply via UNIMETIS system or via email: admissions@ilk.lt
  2. Must have a valid scanned passport (for non-EU citizens) or scanned ID card (only for EU and EEA citizens)
  3. Must have a legalized educational documents (Diploma and supplement)
  4. Must have a certificate issued by a competent authority confirming that the education acquired abroad is recognized as equivalent within the Lithuanian education system
  5. Must have average score across all high school graduation exams is no less than 46% to be eligible for studies
  6. Must have at least B2 English language level (certificate is required). You can get it here for free (90 min.)
  7. Must have a CV (resume)
  8. Must have a legalized police clearance certificate
  9. A bank statement must be provided to demonstrate sufficient resources to cover living and study expenses in Lithuania
  10. Must be able to come to Lithuania in person for studies
  11. May provide documents confirming work experience in Lithuania related to the chosen study program to receive an additional point.

Note: We accept applicants of all genders, race, age, social status, religion, political views and more.