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Updated: 2020.07.20
Viešoji įstaiga Kretingos g. 36, LT-92307 Klaipėda
Tel. (8 46) 310 745 Faks. (8 46) 310 560 El. p. [email protected]
Duomenys kaupiami ir saugomi Juridinių asmenų registre Įmonės kodas 111966048 PVM mokėtojo kodas LT119660412
ACADEMIC FOREIGN QUALIFICATION RECOGNITION AT LCC INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
The Ministry of Education of Lithuania requires students who received their academic qualification from a different country than Lithuania to have academic qualification recognition. GENERAL INFORMATION ON THE ACADEMIC FOREIGN QUALIFICATION RECOGNITION AT LCC Academic qualification recognition gives access to higher education for the purposes of further study in Lithuania. Starting from January 2018, LCC International University was given a legal permission to proceed academic recognition of foreign qualifications for students who apply to study at LCC. The overview of earlier decisions taken by LCC are usually published by Centre for Quality Assessment in Higher Education (SKVC) in national language (https://www.skvc.lt/default/lt/naujienos/skvc-tesia-uzsienio-kvalifikaciju-aptarima-su-igaliotu-aukstuju-mokyklu-atstovais). THE ROLE OF CENTRE FOR QUALITY ASSESSMENT IN HIGHER EDUCATION (SKVC) SKVC provides prerequisites for conducting assessment and recognition of qualifications at LCC International University and other institutions. By performing the functions of the national information centres (ENIC/NARIC) the SKVC acts as an intermediary and facilitator between individuals and institutions both in Lithuania and abroad. The Centre also performs an important role in implementing the best practice of recognition of foreign qualifications and ensuring its consistency in Lithuania. For more information please visit their website: https://www.skvc.lt/default/en/about/vision-mission-values-and-logo RECOGNITION OF FOREIGN QUALIFICATION AT LCC Recognition of foreign qualification and credit transfer procedure are an integral part of the admission process. It is carried out in a centralized manner in collaboration with other university departments to ensure consistency of requirements and decisions. Recognition of foreign qualifications is carried out by the Admissions Office. The Qualification Recognition Council is composed of specialists from the Marketing, Academic departments, Center for International Education and Registrar Office. The Council sets requirements and makes decisions for the recognition of qualifications, provides the procedures of appeal, supervises the quality of recognition decisions, proper and effective implementation and improvement of the process. The Admissions Office is responsible for direct communication with a person seeking recognition of the foreign qualification, the publication of qualification recognition procedures, the formulation and presentation of decisions made, the data processing and systematization, reporting to the Centre for Quality Assessment in Higher Education (SKVC).
Updated: 2020.07.20
Viešoji įstaiga Kretingos g. 36, LT-92307 Klaipėda
Tel. (8 46) 310 745 Faks. (8 46) 310 560 El. p. [email protected]
Duomenys kaupiami ir saugomi Juridinių asmenų registre Įmonės kodas 111966048 PVM mokėtojo kodas LT119660412
GENERAL DOCUMENTS AND OTHER SOURCES Implementing the recognition system and procedures at LCC International University, we follow legal acts of the Republic of Lithuania, European and international agreements and national and international recommendations, etc. The main information sources and documents are:
- Lisbon Recognition Convention (https://www.coe.int/en/web/conventions/full-list/-
/conventions/treaty/165)
- The European Recognition Manual for Higher Education Institutions (https://www.nuffic.nl/en/publications/european-recognition-manual-higher-education-institutions/)
- Portability of recognition statements in the EHEA (https://www.nuffic.nl/en/publications/portability-recognition-statements-ehea/)
- The Triangle of Automatic Recognition (https://www.nuffic.nl/en/publications/triangle-automatic-recognition/)
- National legal acts (https://e-seimas.lrs.lt/portal/legalAct/lt/TAD/TAIS.421835) and methodology (https://e-seimas.lrs.lt/portal/legalAct/lt/TAD/TAIS.425678)
- International Association of Universities – International handbook of universities (http://www.iau-aiu.net/content/international-handbook-universities)
- Educational Credentials Evaluators (https://www.ece.org)
- Lithuanian Ministry of Education, Science and Sport (https://www.smm.lt/web/en/)
- Centre for Quality Assessment in Higher Education (https://www.skvc.lt/default/en/)
- ENIC-NARIC Networks (https://www.enic-naric.net/)
- The Council of Europe Higher Education Series (https://www.coe.int/t/dg4/highereducation/Resources/HEseries_en.asp)
- LCC Academic Foreign Qualification Recognition Policy (information below).
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS AND APPLICATION PROCEDURES AT LCC Applicants seeking admissions to undergraduate or graduate programs at LCC have to submit the following documents: 1. Application form. The applicant has to fill in an application form online or print it out and submit
a hard copy.
2. Diploma. Secondary education certificate or earned undergraduate degree diploma has to be final and in the original language. If the final diploma is yet to be issued, the applicant must include a provisional certification, which confirms the fact of graduation and provides the title of
Updated: 2020.07.20
Viešoji įstaiga Kretingos g. 36, LT-92307 Klaipėda
Tel. (8 46) 310 745 Faks. (8 46) 310 560 El. p. [email protected]
Duomenys kaupiami ir saugomi Juridinių asmenų registre Įmonės kodas 111966048 PVM mokėtojo kodas LT119660412
the qualification in the original language. All documents issued in languages other than English or Lithuanian should be supplemented with an official translation.
3. Academic transcript. The academic transcript, records of grades, or a similar document has to be in the original language. It should list all the subjects, grades, and credits and/or hours. For some countries, it is required for the academic transcript to be sent directly to Admissions Office from the educational institution. All documents issued in languages other than English or Lithuanian should be supplemented with an official translation.
4. Form of identification. Passport or ID card (issued by EEA or EFTA countries), or Lithuanian residence permit.
5. Valid proof of name change. If the applicant’s name in the credential differs from the name in the passport, a valid proof of name change has to be submitted. Example: marriage certificate, divorce certificate, or another form of proof issued by a competent official body.
6. Documents of prior education. If an applicant is applying for recognition of a second cycle higher education qualification, such as a Master degree or similar, a Bachelor diploma and academic transcript have to be submitted.
7. Any additional documents. Any documents and/or information related to the applicant’s studies that may be relevant.
If an applicant seeks admissions to a degree program and has an earned qualification required for the program, one has to submit the application for admission and qualification recognition at the same time. Admissions decision will be made once the applicant’s foreign qualification is evaluated. If an applicant seeks admission to a degree program and yet does not have an earned qualification required for the program, one is given a Conditional Acceptance if all admission requirements are met. The conditionally admitted student is required to submit the documents for foreign qualification recognition by August 1st. In case the foreign qualification is not recognized, the admissions decision may be revoked. Note: The Admissions Office will not process the application of foreign qualification unless all of its sections are duly filled in and supplemented with a full documentation package. DOCUMENTATION CRITERIA List of required documents Admissions office accepts:
Originals or certified true copies All the enclosed documents (including the passport) must be originals or copies certified as true by a competent body, such as a notary public, a court official, or the issuing institution. Scanned copies, uncertified copies, or copies attested by non-competent institutions will not be accepted. We reserve the right to request for the originals of your credentials for verification purposes at any time during the processing of your application. The submitted originals can be later picked up at our office, returned in a registered letter or you may arrange for a courier service pick up.
Updated: 2020.07.20
Viešoji įstaiga Kretingos g. 36, LT-92307 Klaipėda
Tel. (8 46) 310 745 Faks. (8 46) 310 560 El. p. [email protected]
Duomenys kaupiami ir saugomi Juridinių asmenų registre Įmonės kodas 111966048 PVM mokėtojo kodas LT119660412
Official translation
All documents issued in languages other than English or Lithuanian should be supplemented with an official translation. A translation is considered to be official when it is bound to a certified true copy of the document in the original language and is attested by the translator’s signature. Documents issued in English or Lithuanian do not require a translation.
“Apostille” and Document Legalization
Our office requires legalizing or certifying with an “Apostille” the originals of your educational credentials except documents issued in the countries from the European Union (EU), the USA, Russia, Belarus, Ukraine, Sakartvelo and Moldova.
REQUIREMENTS FOR DOCUMENTS Ways to Submit Documents:
In person. Please bring a package of documents to LCC International University. By post or courier service. Document package can be posted to LCC International University,
Admissions Office, Kretingos str.36, LT-92307 Klaipėda, Lithuania. LCC is not responsible for any loss or damage to documentation during shipping.
By e-mail. When documents are submitted by e-mail, please bring your originals on arrival day to LCC Admissions Office for verification.
COUNTRY SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS To read more information on requirements for credentials by country please visit https://www.skvc.lt/default/en/60/apply/country_specific or contacts LCC Admissions Office directly via email [email protected] . AUTOMATIC RECOGNITION The following qualifications are recognized automatically without any additional procedures:
the European Baccalaureate Diploma
Estonian and Latvian qualifications concerning higher education awarded from 2019
For more information please visit: https://www.skvc.lt/default/en/60/apply/automatic-recognition PROCESSING TIME If all of the required documents are submitted to the Admissions Office, the final decision is issued within 14 calendar days. An applicant is notified about the decision by e-mail within 5 working days counting from the day a decision was issued. POSSIBLE DECISIONS
Academic Foreign Qualification is recognized. Academic Foreign Qualification is recognized to study a certain program. Academic Foreign Qualification is recognized only if additional requirements are fulfilled Academic Foreign Qualification is not recognized.
RIGHT TO APPEAL All recognition decisions issued by LCC Admissions Office can be appealed. An appeal should be filled within 14 days from the receipt of our decision. Appeal should be submitted to the Centre for Quality Assessment in Higher Education. Click a link for further information http://www.skvc.lt/default/en/60/apply/criteria.
Updated: 2020.07.20
Viešoji įstaiga Kretingos g. 36, LT-92307 Klaipėda
Tel. (8 46) 310 745 Faks. (8 46) 310 560 El. p. [email protected]
Duomenys kaupiami ir saugomi Juridinių asmenų registre Įmonės kodas 111966048 PVM mokėtojo kodas LT119660412
FEES The procedure is free of charge. The University will not cover any costs related to the submission of the required documentation. The University is not responsible for any loss or damage to documentation during the shipping. INFORMATION FOR UNDOCUMENTED REFUGEES If you do not have a full documentation package, please fill in the application form and:
- provide any indirect documentation if it is available, such as information on professional
licensing, any documents issued by the school, etc.
- provide an explanation as to why the documents cannot be provided.
CONTACT INFORMATION If you have additional questions, please contact us. Address: Kretingos str. 36, Klaipėda, Lithuania Phone: +370 (46) 31 07 45 Email : [email protected]
