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Higher Education in Estonia
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University Of Tartu
The University of Tartu is Estonia’s largest and oldest university, founded in 1632. As the country’s national university, it stands at the heart of Estonia’s academic and intellectual life. The University of Tartu is a strong research university with an international outlook, advancing education and research globally, with a community of more than students and staff.
1001 to 5000 staff
Estonian Business School
Established in 1988, EBS is the oldest privately owned business university located in the heart of Tallinn, Estonia. With more than students and international faculty, EBS’s goal is to provide enterprising people with academic knowledge, skills and values for its successful implementation. EBS teaches entrepreneurship and business administration in a practical manner at Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctoral levels. EBS has over 80 partner universities in Europe, America, Australia and Asia, enabling a wide exchange of both students and lecturers. Over 30% of EBS’s students are international students. EBS has alumni.
51 to 200 staff
Estonian Academy Of Arts
The Estonian Academy of Arts, founded in 1914, is the only public university in Estonia offering higher education in architecture, design, arts and art culture. It is an active study and research institution and the leading national center of innovation in visual culture, shaping the regional cultural space and helping to create a more sustainable living environment. EKA is listed among Top 200 Architecture and Design Universities in the World by QS World University Rankings. Currently there are more than 1200 students enrolled in the Academy, with many participating in exchange programmes at international partner universities. In addition to active study and research activities, EKA also offers lifelong learning opportunities through the Open Academy. EKA collaborates with more than a hundred universities worldwide and belongs to several international higher education networks. The lecturers and instructors are professionals in their field — internationally recognised artists, architects, designers, historians, and scholars. Visiting lecturers from universities in Estonia and abroad are regular guests. While offering a wide selection of specialities, EKA also offers unique, individualised study and personal mentorship by members of the faculty. The departments are strong bodies of competence on their own, while at the same time facilitating synergy and interdisciplinary studies. Many faculties have been operating for close to a century. They have lengthy experience and historical continuity, and also pioneer change in their field. EKA welcomes motivated people who are visually and socially sensitive and want to develop their thinking abilities, opportunities, and potential as creative people. The goal of the Academy is for graduates to be able to function successfully in society and work as independent creators and thinkers. That is why the curricula are formed in such a way as to develop the analytical ability and critical thinking of students.
201 to 500 staff
Taltech Tallinn University Of Technology
TalTech is the only technological university in Estonia and the flagship of Estonian engineering and technical education. This is the place where synergy between different fields (technological, natural, exact, social and health sciences) is established. This is the place where new ideas are born, Education from TalTech is highly appreciated worldwide. According to labour market studies, TalTech alumni are the most successful ones in Estonia. TalTech is a research university where discoveries are transferred into studies and the real life through knowledge. TalTech has cooperation projects with the top 10 universities (Stanford, Berkeley, MIT, Harvard, etc.), scientists and companies (e.g. Microsoft, Google, IBM, ABB, etc.) of the world. TalTech offers its students an exciting student and cultural life and the best accommodation and sporting opportunities in the entire Northern Europe. The TalTech campus is also a home to the Estonian Information Technology College and 150 high-tech companies (e.g. Skype). The mission of TalTech is to develop the economy and industry of Estonia and the Baltic Sea region through top graduates, scientific achievements, knowledge services, innovative applications and cooperation projects. Tallinna Tehnikaülikool • Inseneeria • Innovatsioon • Majandus • Merendus • Infotehnoloogia • Loodusteadused • Tehnoloogia
1001 to 5000 staff
Tallinn University
Tallinn University was established by a decision of the parliament of Estonia on March 18, 2005 when a number of Tallinn educational and research institutions were consolidated into a single institution. Now Tallinn University is the largest university of humanities and social sciences in Tallinn and the third biggest public university in Estonia. Tallinn University is an advocate and planner of intelligent lifestyle in Estonia, supporting the sustainability of our society as well as individual self-realisation. As a result, the university has directed its resources and activities into five focus fields- educational innovation- cultural competences- digital and media culture- healthy and sustainable lifestyle- society and open governance. At our university, longest traditions of teacher training in Estonia and the most modern film and media school in the Baltic countries exist side by side. We value innovation and interdisciplinarity in order to offer internationally competitive education based on research excellence. We believe in individual approach to students, which also involves a major focus on thesis supervision and the feedback process at all study levels. We have approximately students, including 900 international students in degree and exchange studies. Every 10th academic person is of foreign background. Active international cooperation, well-known guest lecturers and our unique bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programmes in English help to create the multicultural university community. We offer short courses in various fields in Tallinn Summer and Winter School. Every year about 400 people from more than 50 countries participate in courses offered by the Estonia’s biggest international summer and winter school.
501 to 1000 staff
Estonian Academy Of Music And Theatre
The Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre (EAMT) is where passion meets performance. As a leading public university, we offer world-class education across all major fields of music and theatre through bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programmes. We are a prestigious cultural, educational, and research institution, dedicated to preserving Estonia’s rich heritage while embracing global artistic innovation. EAMT fosters creativity, research, and international collaboration, nurturing the next generation of artists and thought leaders. At EAMT, creativity is at the core of everything we do, providing students with the platform to reach their full artistic potential. We value playfulness as a catalyst for innovation and remain committed to excellence, setting high standards to inspire both current and future generations. Dedication is key to unlocking creativity. We take pride in preserving Estonia’s cultural traditions while embracing new ideas. Openness to diverse artistic styles, paired with mutual respect, forms the foundation of our vibrant community, driving collaboration and growth in both music and theatre. Situated in the heart of Tallinn, EAMT’s cutting-edge facilities offer an inspiring environment for creativity. Our renowned 482-seat concert hall, black box theatre, multimedia centre, and virtual masterclass capabilities give students exceptional opportunities. With over 90 practice rooms, specialised studios, and state-of-the-art resources, we provide the ideal space for every student to hone their craft. Ranked among the top 100 performing arts universities worldwide, EAMT is shaping the future of music and theatre on both national and global stages.
201 to 500 staff
Taltech Digital Health Msc Programme
Digital Health master’s programme gives you the skills and interdisciplinary knowledge to implement new technologies in health care and provides practical examples of health care innovation and digitalisation. It is a unique international Master’s programme in Europe that provides provides you with relevant change management skills to contribute to healthcare systems’ improvement.
1001 to 5000 staff
Estonian Entrepreneurship University Of Applied Sciences Eek Mainor
The Estonian Entrepreneurship University of Applied Sciences (EUAS) is a highly recognised private university in Estonia, located in the multiple award-winning Smart City called Ülemiste City. The key themes that link our curricula are entrepreneurship and creativity. We aim to give our students skills, networks and mindsets to change their lives and impact the world! We welcome students from all around the world to study Undergraduate and Master’s programs which can be taken in English, Russian and Estonian. Our study programs are supported by an IT infrastructure adapted to the needs of full-time, part-time as well as distance learning. Among the many reasons for choosing Estonian Entrepreneurship University of Applied Sciences, five stand out: • All our curricula are state-accredited. • We are the university of entrepreneurs, by entrepreneurs and for (future) entrepreneurs. We offer our students intensive contact with the business world throughout their studies via visiting lectures, regular informal meetups and internships. • We are located in Tallinn, named ‘2020 Intelligent Community of the Year’ and one of Europe's start-up hot spots with ever-enhancing opportunities. • Our University is recognised by many professional organisations and we have received multiple awards from the Estonian Government. • We are the market leader in Estonian private higher education through being exclusive, keeping our procedures simple and our attention where it should be – giving our 1600 students the best possible entrepreneurship education.
51 to 200 staff
Ragnar Nurkse Department of Innovation and Governance TalTech
Ragnar Nurkse Department of Innovation and Governance is an internationally recognized interdisciplinary research center at TalTech School of Business and Governance. Our top researchers from Estonia and the rest of the world bring together the best international and local knowledge in the fields of global governance, public administration, technology and e-governance, fiscal and innovation policies & philosophy and ethics.
51 to 200 staff
Taltech Estonian Maritime Academy
We train the next generation of maritime leaders driving innovation and sustainable transitions in global shipping and logistics. Estonian Maritime Academy (EMERA) of Tallinn University of Technology is Estonia’s only higher maritime education and research competence centre. We prepare skilled professionals for the global shipping industry, logistics and supply chain management, port operations, and ship engineering. Our study programmes include 4 applied higher education degrees, 2 master’s and 1 doctoral programme. Teaching combines practical skills, future-oriented technology training, and close cooperation with industry partners, ensuring graduates are ready for international careers. As a hub for maritime research and innovation, EMERA focuses on green shipping, decarbonisation, smart ports, digital maritime solutions, and maritime cybersecurity. Our strong international network connects students and staff with leading universities and shipping companies worldwide. Career impact: EMERA alumni work for example in Estonian ports, shipping companies, but also in global logistics firms, building careers from seafarers and engineers to logistics experts. We collaborate with industry leaders such as Tallink, Port of Tallinn, and TS Laevad, along with many other partners across the maritime value chain.
51 to 200 staff
Taltech Tartu College
The gateway to technical education in southern Estonia
11 to 50 staff
Eesti Kunstiakadeemia Disainiteaduskond Eka Disain
Eesti Kunstiakadeemia disainiteaduskond on pühendunud disaini- ja tarbekunstiharidusele. Disainis saavad kokku nii uusimad tehnoloogiad, inimestest lähtumine, ühiskondlik närv ning äriline mõtlemine, kuid kindlasti ka ökoloogiline jätkusuutlikkus ja koostöö. EKA missioon on olla loova ja kriitilise mõtlemise platvorm, Eesti kultuuri- ja ühiskonnaelu edasiviija ning maailmas toimuva mõtestaja. Eesti ainsa avalik-õigusliku kunstiülikoolina anname nii arhitektuuri, disaini, kunsti- kui ka kunstikultuurialast kõrgharidust, millega toetame Eesti arengut mõtestades ja kujundades kultuuriruumi ning aidates luua kestlikumat elukeskkonda. EKA ja disainiteaduskonna visioon on kuuluda Põhja- ja Baltimaade regiooni kvaliteetseimat kunsti, ja arhitektuuri- ja disainiharidust pakkuvate ülikoolide hulka ning on Eestis selle valdkonna loome, teadus- ja arendustöö eestvedaja. EKA on seadnud endale arengukavas neli strateegilist eesmärki: EKA õppekavad on ajakohased ja pakuvad kõrgel tasemel kõrgharidust. EKA teadustöö loob ühiskonna ja kultuuri seisukohalt uusi teadmisi nii akadeemilise uurimistöö kui ka uuendusliku loovuurimuse kaudu. EKA on osa rahvusvahelisest kunstiväljast ja selle uurimisest. EKA tegevus loob väärtust erinevates eluvaldkondades. EKA on pühendunud inimestele toetuv avatud suhtlus- ja juhtimiskultuuriga organisatsioon, kus on loodud võimalused professionaalseks eneseteostuseks.
51 to 200 staff
Erasmus Student Network Estonia
Erasmus Student Network or ESN Estonia with its five sections ESN EBS, ESN Tallinn, ESN Tartu, ESN TLU IC and ESN TalTech IC is making sure all the exchange students feel welcome in Estonia. As a volunteer-based student organization, we offer international students diverse activities for learning more about Estonian society, culture and history.
51 to 200 staff
Taltech Virumaa College
TalTech Virumaa College is a regional competence and innovation hub in North-East Estonia. We provide higher and applied higher education in engineering, green energy technologies, chemical and sustainable industry, and IT systems. The college plays a key role in developing the knowledge-based economy of the Ida-Viru region by combining academic excellence, applied research, and strong collaboration with industry. Our mission is to empower future engineers and professionals who will drive the green and digital transition in Estonia and beyond. Virumaa College also serves as a bridge between universities, enterprises, and the local community, supporting innovation, lifelong learning, and just transition towards sustainable industry.
51 to 200 staff
Johan Skytte Institute Of Political Studies, University Of Tartu
The Johan Skytte Institute of Political Studies at the University of Tartu is committed to the Humboldtian principle that excellent teaching can only be based on excellence in research. Our faculty produces internationally recognized scholarship and seeks to engage students in the discussion and analysis of both established political science concepts and theories as well as challenging new ideas and proposals.
51 to 200 staff
University Of Tartu Institute Of Technology
The University of Tartu Institute of Technology (TÜTI) is a multidisciplinary research and development institution established in 2001. Our goal is to lay the foundation for innovative technological solutions and, in doing so, to be a driver of innovation. Our research is focused on these main areas: biomedical technology, environmental technology, material science and robotics, machine vision and artificial intelligence, and materials in extreme environmental conditions. Our researchers have participated in various applied projects, resulting in entrepreneurs gaining access to new technological solutions. The institute's core laboratories offer solutions proteomics, scientific equipment building, biosafety (ABSL-3) and simulation technology. The Institute of Technology provides high-quality higher education at all levels.
51 to 200 staff
University Of Tartu School Of Law
The School of Law teaches law at all levels of higher education and offers BA and MA programmes both in Tartu and Tallinn. The School of Law has two English-taught MA programmes: Information Technology Law (1-year programme in Tartu) and International Law and Human Rights (2-year programme in Tallinn). The University of Tartu is the only university in Estonia to award doctorates in law. Doctoral studies take place in Tartu. The School of Law actively participates in shaping Estonia’s legal policy. The School of Law is the number one law school in Estonia and the Baltic states (rated 251-300 in QS World University Rankings by Subject 2019). Its mission is to ensure the training of highly qualified lawyers and to make sure that research and development are undertaken in all areas of Estonian law. The School of Law also publishes the only Estonian law journal Juridica and its English edition Juridica International which introduces Estonian legal order and development of legal thought to foreign readers.
51 to 200 staff
University Of Tartu Viljandi Culture Academy
University of Tartu Viljandi Culture Academy is one of the four colleges of the University of Tartu. The Academy provides applied higher education and has offered a specialized culture education since 1952. The school was initially founded in Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, but was soon transferred to Viljandi, one of the most beautiful towns in Estonia. UT Viljandi Culture Academy is a unique community of the people and a special kind of learning environment. Through common projects and in some cases joint studies the students of different specialities can get a better understanding of the study's field of their fellow students. We believe that this kind of co-operation enables to create synergy within the studying community. UT Viljandi Culture Academy unite traditional and modern approaches, merge local with international, combine science with creative arts and integrate theory and practice. There are Professional Higher Education programmes in UT Viljandi Culture Academy-Estonian Native Crafts -Music -Performing Arts -Community Education and Hobby Activity -Culture Management -Folkloristics and Applied Heritage Studies Master's -Teacher of Arts and Technology Master's -Creative Project Management
51 to 200 staff
Mobility Lab, University Of Tartu
By understanding human mobility at a range of spatial and temporal scales, we aim to develop better knowledge of a variety of socio-spatial phenomena occurring within and across our cities, regions, and countries. With open data, methods, tools, and research results, we aim to better understand our society while supporting evidence-based decision-making and smart governance towards a sustainable future. Our research interests include diverse topics related to human mobility such as human presence and spatial mobility, social networks and socio-spatial inequalities in activity space, environmental exposure and urban sustainability, tourism and transnational lifestyles, as well as dynamic populations and crisis management. Since the we have been the pioneers of mobile phone data-based research and methodological development for governance and official statistics. In our analyses, we use mobile phone data from mobile network operators and smartphone GPS-level data from an in-house developed smartphone application called MobilityLog. Furthermore, we combine bike share data, mobility surveys, public transit data, environmental geospatial data sets, population register, and census data in our analyses and applications. Our rich data sets are stored in the Infotechnological Mobility Observatory, which is an innovative and comprehensive data bank that supports diverse mobility research in collaboration with our partners. We carry out our mission through cutting-edge research and applied science projects, teaching on all study levels, and via individual supervision of students and early career researchers. Since 2008, we have been organising the biennial Mobile Tartu Conference, which brings together leading scholars, researchers, and professionals to discuss the latest research and applications in human mobility and mobile big data: mobiletartu.ut.ee.
11 to 50 staff
Startup Garage
MTÜ Startup Garage is a non-profit organization based in Estonia, dedicated to empowering young entrepreneurs. We focus on fostering innovation, collaboration, and proactivity through dynamic entrepreneurship programs, networking opportunities, and events. Our mission is to create a vibrant community of startup-minded individuals, providing the resources, skills, and connections needed to succeed. We collaborate with both local and international organizations, creating opportunities for our members to thrive in the global startup ecosystem. Join us in shaping the future of entrepreneurship.
11 to 50 staff
Taltech Department Of Software Science
The mission of the Department of Software Science is to advance internationally and nationally relevant state of the art in research and apply it in bachelor, master and doctoral education in the areas of computer science, information systems, data science, artificial intelligence and cyber security with the goal to solve problems the society is facing and support sustainable development. Department research groups • Applied Artificial Intelligence Group • Business Information Technology Group • Cybersecurity Research Group • High-assurance Software Laboratory • Information Systems Group • Laboratory for Compositional Systems and Methods • Laboratory of Language Technology • Laboratory of Proactive Technologies • Machine Learning Research Group • Next Gen Digital State Research Group • Nonlinear Control Systems Group
201 to 500 staff
Taltech School Of Business And Governance
TalTech School of Business and Governance, SBG (TalTech majandusteaduskond) is an institution renowned for its 85-year history, deeply integrated within Tallinn University of Technology (TalTech), Estonia's second-largest university. The SBG is home to experts across four dynamic departments: Business Administration, Economics and Finance, Ragnar Nurkse Department of Innovation and Governance, and Law. The SBG is an active member of international organizations: AACSB, EFMD, EAPAA, ELFA, BMDA, CEEMAN, ESST, EGPA, and a signatory member of PRME. Our academic offerings are comprehensive, encompassing MBA, BA, and PhD programs, specialized microdegrees, and tailor-made corporate programs. We are honored to have secured accreditations: EFMD for a BA in International Business Administration, EAPAA for a BA in Public Administration and Governance, and MA in Master of Public Administration and Innovation. Our Entrepreneurial Management MBA program is AMBA accredited- the first in the Baltics. Our accomplished academic members actively foster knowledge exchange through partnerships with leading public and private sector entities and esteemed international organizations including the European Commission, OECD, UN, UNDP, and more. The SBG is proud to have around alumni across 87 countries, many of whom are influential decision-makers, making a significant impact on today's society.
201 to 500 staff
University Of Tartu Delta Centre
The Delta Centre of the University of Tartu is one of the most modern centres of digital technology, analytical and economic thought in the Nordic region. Join our community on Facebook @UniTartuDelta! Delta Centre brings together a vibrant community of students, researchers and innovators in the fields of computer science, robotics, technology, mathematics, statistics, economics, management and business. The Delta Centre combines learning, excellence in research and the challenges of business and society, creating innovative solutions for economic and social progress. Delta is a multidisciplinary centre for learning, research and innovation, creating new and unique value in areas of cross-cutting research and across organisations. With its unique architecture and organisational structure, Delta represents a step-change in cross-disciplinary studies and research, as well as in how the university interacts with business and society. The following institutes and units of the University of Tartu are located in the Delta Centre: Institute of Computer Science, Institute of Mathematics and Statistics, School of Economics and Business Administration, Institute of Technology, Centre for Entrepreneurship and Innovation. University partners such as Swedbank, SEB Innovation Center, Statistics Estonia, Software Development Center STACC, Tartu Science Park, European Space Agency Business Incubation Center are located in the Delta Center Business Building.
1001 to 5000 staff
Estonian School Of Diplomacy
The Estonian School of Diplomacy (ESD) is a registered non-profit organization. In our daily work we operate according to the rules of adult training legislation. ESD’s broader objectives are to promote the development of theoretical and practical knowledge in the fields of international relations, European integration, diplomacy, and public administration reform. ESD’s activities aimed at advancing these goals include- Scholarship programs - Advanced custom training courses and study visits for diplomats and civil servants outside Estonia - Management and consulting on international training projects - Academic and policy research and development - Publishing
1 to 10 staff
