Join Estonia’s top University and experience a vibrant, multicultural learning environment. Connect with international students and expert lecturers while building a network of friendships and connections that will stay with you long after graduation.
Why study social sciences at the University of Tartu:
Discover New Cultures and Perspectives
Boost Your Career Prospects
Build a Global Network
Access Unique Academic Opportunities
Experience Personal Growth
Explore our English-taught programmes in the Faculty of Social Sciences: in 2026, we’re offering 1 bachelor’s and 8 master’s programmes. See our programmes and admission requirements:
Business Administration - Lead with confidence in the global marketplace through data-driven business insight.
Disinformation and Societal Resilience - Combat fake news and build stronger societies with critical media literacy and policy tools.
Entrepreneurship in Economic Policymaking - Shape economic futures by blending entrepreneurial thinking with public policy innovation.
Educational Technology - Revolutionise learning with cutting-edge digital tools and pedagogical expertise.
Innovation and Technology Management - Drive transformation by mastering the intersection of innovation, strategy, and tech.
Quantitative Economics - Make smarter decisions with rigorous data analysis and economic modelling.
Politics and Governance in the Digital Age - Navigate power and policy in a world shaped by digital disruption.
International Law and Human Rights - Defend justice and human dignity on a global scale through legal expertise.
International Relations and Regional Studies - Understand global dynamics and regional complexities to influence international affairs.
Discover Estonia - a smart, safe, and forward-thinking country where innovation meets tradition. At the heart of it lies Tartu, the nation’s intellectual capital and home to the University of Tartu, the leading university in Estonia and one of the top universities in Northern Europe. Whether you're drawn by world-class research, flexible study formats, or a vibrant student community, Tartu offers a unique blend of academic excellence and cozy city charm. Join thousands of international students who choose Estonia for its high-quality education, digital-first society, and welcoming atmosphere.
The Faculty of Social Sciences teaches in four of the largest cities in Estonia: Tartu, Tallinn, Narva and Pärnu. Most of our units are located in Tartu, the student capital of Estonia. Tartu is also known as the Intellectual Capital of Estonia and the City of Youth. It is considered one of the best living environments for students (LivCom Awards 2019). In 2024, Tartu was the European Capital of Culture.
International students can take advantage of a wide range of study abroad opportunities at the University of Tartu. You may choose to go abroad while studying here, or come here as an exchange student for a semester or two. 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.
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