EU-Russian Studies Master degree

General admission requirements

1. Bachelor's degree or equivalent (at least 3 years of studies at a higher educational institution).

2. English language requirement: International applicants for whom English is not a native language need to provide proof of English language proficiency. One of the following is accepted: TOEFL - 550 or higher, computer based 213, internet based 79/80; IELTS - 6,5; Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English - C; Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English - B.

Before applying please check for current information at
www.ut.ee/studentoffice/studies/ma/english

Application process

1. Submit the online application from
http://ec.ut.ee/studies.

2. Mail the application form with all the necessary documents by indicated deadline to: International Students Service, University of Tartu, Ülikooli 18, Tartu 50090, Estonia.

3. All applicants will receive confirmation upon receipt of their application and its status. Complete applications will be considered by the Admission Commission and students accepted to the programme will be notified immediately.

Documents to be submitted

1. Application form for Master's studies (included letter of motivation);

2. Copy of the Bachelor diploma (or highest preceding study level) and diploma supplement (transcript/grade list) in the original language certified by the educational institution issuing the document or a notarized copy;

3. Official translation of the diploma and diploma supplement into English, translation certified;

4. Non EU applicants: copy of the upper secondary school certificate with a transcript/grade list and official translation of upper secondary school certificate (with a transcript/grade list) into English (both documents certified);

5. Official test results of English language proficiency;

6. Copy of the valid identification document.

Master of Arts in Social Sciences - EU-Russian Studies

€3,195 per year
€1,597 per semester

The fee covers tuition, study materials and supervision of Master's thesis preparation. Housing, food and other living expenses are not covered by the tuition fee.

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The University of Tartu boasts an extensive network of international cooperation ties. It is a member of the European University Association, and has signed the Magna Charta of world universities.

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