Animal and Human Interaction Lithuanian University of Health Sciences

Overview

The Animal and Human Interaction at Lithuanian University of Health Sciences offers an opportunity to apply modern knowledge, methods and technologies in animal and human interaction practice, deal with challenges arising from constant changes in human-animal relationship, empowers graduate to carry out independent analysis of problems associated with therapeutic animals and evaluate its results. 

The goal of this programme is to educate students to take on responsibility for shaping human-animal relationship in science and society, both scientifically and ethically.

Key facts

• Lithuanian University of Health Sciences is the only university in the country that offers highly qualified university education for animal and human interaction specialists;
• Practice in well-developed agricultural companies using advanced technologies (Kika Group, Mars, Incorporated, the Lithuanian Sea Museum and Dolphinarium, Zoo);
• Established partnerships with relevant organisations also offer research projects to students, within the Making the Most of Masters framework;
• Learn about the importance of both human and animal behavior in shaping human animal interaction, and the associated ethical issues, as well as learning to critically evaluate methods for measuring attitudes, interactions and their outcomes;
• Possibility to study abroad by participating in the Erasmus+ exchange programme;
• Advanced lectures from business and academic partners as guest teachers in the programme;
• Support system for students’ adaptation: mentoring, tutoring and psychological counselling.