Vast Opportunities

Wide selection of programmes and unique disciplines

The University of Tartu is a comprehensive university and teaches a broad range of programmes at all three levels: bachelor, master and doctoral. The university follows the Bologna process in the organisation of its teaching and Bachelor-Master (3+2) system of study modules.

We have the largest and most diverse range of doctoral programmes in Estonia.

Some of our study fields are truly unique. For example, for Finno-Ugric studies, the University of Tartu is one of the most important institutions of its kind in the world. The internationally famous Tartu-Moscow School of Cultural Semiotics, founded by University of Tartu scientists, continues to be a hub for experts in the field.

International study programmes

International students who choose the University of Tartu for their studies have an extensive list of opportunities to pursue. We offer international bachelor, master and doctoral degree programmes. Students coming to Tartu for a shorter period can build their own study plans and follow various courses taught in English.

The International Summer University provides multiple opportunities in the fields of international relations and business, languages, and tourism management.

The University of Tartu participates in several Erasmus Mundus and other joint master's programmes delivered in cooperation with the world's leading universities.

Excellent scholarships

The University of Tartu, Estonian Ministry of Education and Research, European Commission and other international organisations provide generous resources to finance university education. Many of our students, both Estonian and international, enjoy full-tuition scholarships and additional stipends in international master and PhD programmes. Students in semester and summer programmes can also benefit from scholarship funds.

Great career prospects

Our graduates are competitive in the job market at home and abroad, and many enjoy successful careers in international companies, government organisations, and within Europe and Estonia's leading businesses and institutions. International master's degree programmes include an internship period designed to give students hands-on experience and jumpstart their careers. Please read more about some of our graduates.