Founded in 1632, the University of Tartu has almost 19 000 students and is famous for research-based education and lively student traditions. Estonia offers a unique perspective on the successful transition to democracy and recent accession to the EU. Tartu is Estonia’s second largest city, with 100 000 people, and is located 2.5 hours from the airport and sea port of Tallinn, with connections to major cities in Europe and Russia. English is spoken widely here, and with students making up one fifth of the population, Tartu is a true University town.
University of Tartu comprises 11 faculties including faculty of Theology, Law, Medicine, Philosophy, Biology and Geography, Physics and Chemistry, Education, Exercise and Sport Sciences, Economics and Business Administration, Mathematics and Computer Science, Social Sciences.
University of Tartu runs a number of applied curricula in six University Colleges. These are Pärnu College, Türi College, Teacher Training College, Narva College, Institute of Law, EuroCollege and Viljandi Culture Academy. Institutes are Institute of Technology, Estonian Marine Institute and Institute of Physics.
University of Tartu comprises six centers of research excellence, of which one is also European Commission Center of Excellence. These units conduct world-renowned research and are closely connected with doctoral studies. The University of Tartu’s most outstanding research areas include Molecular and Cell Biology, Gene Technology, Immunology, Pharmacology, Laser Medicine, Materials Science, Laser Spectroscopy, Biochemistry, Environmental Technology, Speech Technology, Psychology and Semiotics.
More than 60% of the doctoral theses completed in Estonia each year are defended at UT. About 3 300 publications are put out annually by the University’s researchers. The University of Tartu is the only Baltic university member of the Coimbra Group, uniting reputable European research universities of long-standing traditions.
The University of Tartu owns 150 buildings, some of which have the status of historic monuments. Most study buildings and student hostels have been recently constructed or renovated. The University of Tartu has four museums, Botanical Gardens, sports centers, computer labs. The University Library is part of INNOPAC electronic information system.
Programmes offered
MASTER’S DEGREE PROGRAMS
*Master of Science in Engineering - Applied Measurement Science
NO TUITION FEES only for students admitted in 2008! Monthly scholarship for academically excellent students! 2-year interdisciplinary programme; prepares specialists for quality assurance laboratories, inspection, certification and accreditation agencies in various industries, focus on physical and chemical measurements, metrology and related economic and legal aspects; internship.
* MA in Social Sciences – European Union- Russian Studies
- 2-year programme, specializations: EU studies, Russian studies,
*MA in Social Sciences – Baltic Studies
- 2-year interdisciplinary program with an integrated curriculum involving issues related to the Baltic Sea region,
- Specializations: Baltic Studies, Media and Communication, Business Administration
* MS in Natural Sciences – Financial and Actuarial Mathematics
- 1-year program preparing specialists in quantitative methods of risk assessment and hedging for financial sector, banking and insurance companies;
* MA in Humanities – Foreign Languages and Literature:
- English, German, Russian, Estonian and Finno-Ugric Linguistics, Romance Languages and Literature
SEMESTER/ACADEMIC YEAR PROGRAMMES
European Union Studies
Eastern European Studies
Politics and Society of the Baltic States
History and Culture of the Baltic States
Business and Administration
Russian Studies: Language, Literature, Culture
Creation of the Rule of Law Society in Post-Communist Europe
INTERNATIONAL SUMMER UNIVERSITY
European Integration and Russian Foreign Policy
Global Business from the Local (CEE/Baltic) Perspective
Procedures in European International Courts
Building Information Society and E-government
Russian and Estonian as Foreign Languages
Programme director
Please, send all inquiries to International Student Office, studyinfo@ut.ee +372 737 5152 or 737 6112 www.ut.ee/studentoffice
Faculty size
The University of Tartu has almost 19000 students.
Annual student intake
2800 Estonian students, 320 international students
Programme location(s)
Degree programs: Tartu
Semester and acadmic year studies: Tartu
International Summer University: Tartu, Tallinn, Pärnu
Language of instruction
Language of instruction in all advertised programs is English
Length
Semester or Academic Year Studies – 1-2 semesters
International Summer University – 2-4 weeks
Master’s degree programs – 2 years
Doctoral programs – 4 years
Application fee
None
Registration fee
None
Tuition fee
Tuition free Master´s programme from the University of Tartu
Applied Measurements Science - Master of Science in Engineering: Students admitted in the Autumn 2008 will pay NO TUITION FEE for the whole two year programme. Their studies will be financed through a special project of the Estonian Ministry of Education and Research. No special application for tuition waiver is required. Students only need to submit regular application form and supporting documents. Regular program fee is 4430 EUR/year. In addition, a STIPEND of 255 EUR/month will be granted to several students with the best academic standing upon beginning of their studies.
More info: www.ut.ee/ams
Other fees
There are eight student dorms at the Student Village of the University of Tartu. All international students are accommodated in a modern dorm in the center of town. Double rooms start at 100 EUR per person per month (plus utilities). More information on student accommodation: http://www.kyla.ee/
In addition to housing costs, students need to plan on spending 160-200 EUR a month on food and basic living expenses. More details on cost of living: For more info, please visit: http://www.ut.ee/studentoffice/practical/before/
Scholarships, assistantships, funding
SOme scholarships are available for degree and semester programs. For details and more information please visit the university website.
Starting dates
Autumn semester: late August to late January
Spring semester: early February to early June
International Summer University: mid July to mid August
Admission requirements
Admission requirements vary by faculty/program. For current information regarding specific program admission requirements, students should check the University website. Typical admission package includes:
• application form;
• certified or notarized copy of the diploma and diploma supplement (transcript) in its original language for previously completed education;
• official certified translation of the diploma and diploma supplement (transcript) into English;
• for non-EU applicants: certified copy and official translation of the high school diploma;
• for students planning to study in English and for whom English is not a native language test of English language proficiency. University of Tartu accepts: TOEFL (min of 550, or 213 computer based ), British Council IELTS (6.5), Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (C), Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (B)
• copy of identification document
• other documents (essay, Master thesis topic, etc)
Application deadline
Autumn semester: non-EU – May 1, EU- June 1
Spring semester: non-EU and EU - November 1
International Summer University – June 1
Further contact info
International Student Office
University of Tartu
Ăœlikooli 18, Tartu 50090 Estonia
studyinfo@ut.ee
phone +372 737 5152/6109
www.ut.ee/studentoffice
