Klaipėda is home to large marine cargo handling companies, and there are thousands of them in ports around the world. Each of these companies has hundreds of thousands of containers, each of which can weigh around 30 tons. A team from the Faculty of Marine Technologies and Natural Sciences at Klaipeda University (KU) has invented a principle of storing compressed-air-energy in special tanks for use in vehicles for lifting or other works, when stacking containers and making use of their enormous weight. This year, this scientific invention – Pneumo-mechanical device that converts the kinetic energy of the impact of a load into the potential compressed-air-energy – was granted a patent by the European Union (EU).

On November 13-14, Klaipeda University (KU) hosts the Technology & Security Conference organized by the University and Microsoft. This is the first time that an event of such format, which brings together IT managers from all higher education institutions of the Baltic countries and Microsoft professionals, has been held in Lithuania. The conference of unique format focuses on IT security, artificial intelligence, and the application of state-of-the-art technologies in higher education institutions. Representatives of universities and several colleges in the Baltics share their experiences, while Microsoft experts present recent AI developments for the education sector.

Omega 365 Lithuania is strengthening its collaboration with Klaipėda University by bringing real-world industry knowledge into the classroom. Giovanni Di Noto and Aleksandr Narožnij offer students practical insights, supporting both student growth and bridging the gap between academia and industry.

Last month the new Dance Sport specialization for the Leisure Sports studies bachelor’s degree program was presented during a press conference at Klaipėda University. After a 10-year break, the University aims to bring back the champion spirit of dance sport and to train professionals in this field. The unique feature of the new specialization offered by the University is that graduates will not only be able to pursue a career as performers, but also as coaches or teachers.

Important information regarding the applications for Government support and KU grants for applicants coming from Ukraine:

At 4 June 2024, Klaipeda University (KU) opened its new smart coworking space EU-CONEXUS (European University for Smart Urban Coastal Sustainability), which is designed for both work and leisure. The new space will allow students and members of the university community to gather, work, and relax. It is expected to be the birthplace of many new ideas and important research papers.

Recently representatives from the Lithuanian Football Federation and Klaipeda University signed a partnership agreement.

Applications for our academic programs starting in Autumn 2024 – are open!

Bachelor students have a great opportunity to become a part of European University EU-CONEXUS, to gain additional Bachelor specialisation – Minor – and it is for free!

The winter images of the Baltic seashore might seem blindingly white, but the layer of snow covers the dark side of this beautiful sight – the environmentally damaging litter left behind or washed away by the waves. The quantities of litter found on Lithuanian beaches exceeds the European standart which defines the good condition of beaches by a dozen to several dozen times over. The situation is no better in Latvia either.

The autumn courses of the Lithuanian language and culture for Ukrainians at Klaipeda University (KU) ended with a lively closing ceremony.

All international students who arrive at Klaipeda University for their studies have an opportunity to apply for accommodation at one of the two university dormitories. It is also possible to keep your dormitory room during the summer holiday period.

Klaipeda University established 11 scholarships for Students from Eastern Partnership Countries (Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova, Ukraine and Kazakhstan). More information how to apply for Scholarship will be provided soon! Stay tuned!

Great news!
KU study programe of Informatics were awarded special Investor’s Spotlight QUALITY LABELS!

Great news!
KU study programe of Mechanical Engineering were awarded special Investor’s Spotlight QUALITY LABELS!