Studies
Welcome to the University of Tartu, Institute of Social Studies!
Here, you can find info on courses, academic calendar, guidelines for written tasks, living in Estonia, studying abroad, library and computer class.
Studies in English
The Institute of Social Studies offers one programme in English - Disinformation and Societal Resilience (master’s level). Detailed info on the Disinformation and Societal Resilience programme, courses, career opportunities and contacts is available on the programme webpage.
For Erasmus+ incoming students the offer of single courses taught in English is the following:
Academic year 2025/2026
Autumn
Media in the Era of Disinformation, 6 ECTS
Contemporary Media Society and New Publics, 6 ECTS
Audiovisual Production Workshop, 3 ECTS
Social Policy Analysis, 3 ECTS
Understanding Family and Childhood Frameworks, 3 ECTS
Introduction to Social Stratification, 6 ECTS
Spring
Digital Cultures and Digital Communication, 6 ECTS
Demography, 3 ECTS
Big Data and Society, 6 ECTS
Here is the list of all courses at the University of Tartu available for international students.
The English-taught programme Disinformation and Societal Resilience (master’s level) is a one-year programme, and the courses are divided between two semesters as follows.
September to January 2025 (compulsory courses)
Introduction to disinformation and influence activities, 9 ECTS
Resilience analysis and practice, 9 ECTS
Cyber risks and information security I, 3 ECTS
February to April 2026 (compulsory courses)
Cyber risks and information security II, 6 ECTS
Geopolitical Context and Policy Analysis, 9 ECTS
April to May 2026 (internship, 9 ECTS)
Examples of possible host organisations:
Estonian Government Office or NATO’s stratcom CoE or BECID (Baltic Engagement Centre for Combating Information Disorders)
September 2025 to June 2026 (Master's exam)
Master’s Exam I: Practical skills and Preparation, 3 ECTS
Master’s Exam II: Execution of MA Project, 12 ECTS
Doctoral studies
It is also possible to undertake doctoral studies in the fields of media and communication and sociology in English.
PhD studies in media and communication
Read more about the Doctoral Programme of the Faculty of Social Sciences.
Studies in Estonian
Two bachelor’s and five master’s level programmes, as well as one professional higher education programme are taught in Estonian.
The overview of these curricula is available here and lists of courses are here (in Estonian).
If you are interested in taking an Estonian-taught programme, it is possible to apply for a position in the general competition with the local students. B2 level of Estonian is required.
Study regulations and guidelines
The most important document regulating studies in the University is the Study Regulations.
Official information exchange at the university takes place in the Study Information System (SIS): registering for courses, choosing modules, looking at timetables and study results (grades) etc.
The guidelines on doctoral studies can be found on doctoral studies´ webpage.
Citation system
Academic fraud
University of Tartu guidelines for using AI chatbots for teaching and studies
Academic calendar
Here you can find the general academic calendar.
Social sciences library
Lossi 36 computer class
The Lossi 36 building is open from 8 AM to 8 PM.
Do you need help with study related matters?
If you have questions about your curriculum, courses, timetables, SIS, etc., please contact:
Kathriin Liiber
+372 737 5190
Lossi 36–212
[email protected]
You can also seek help from peer tutors (available for newly starting degree-seeking students) or buddies (available for exchange students). If you have general questions related to study organisation and regulations, you can contact the student advisers at the UT Counselling Centre.
Living in Estonia and practical info for international students
Getting started for international students
Arrival ABC
Contacts for international students
Studying abroad
Each year, a large number of students at the University of Tartu spend time studying abroad.
Please find detailed info on programmes, partners, application info and deadlines on the University of Tartu Study Abroad website.
Specialist for International Relations at the Institute of Social Studies:
Maiu Reinhold
+372 737 5697
Lossi 36–217
[email protected]
