Keystone logo
Tallinn University of Technology

Tallinn University of Technology

Tallinn University of Technology

Introduction

TALTECH - WHERE SUSTAINABLE DIGITAL FUTURE IS MADE!

Why TalTech?

SOLID REPUTATION AND INTERNATIONAL STUDY EXPERIENCE

● Founded in 1918, TalTech has approx. 9000 students (10% are international), making it the largest and one of the most international universities in the capital.

● Ranked in the top 3% of the global universities (QS World University Rankings) and the top 2% in specific fields, like Engineering, Technology, and Business Administration.

● Membership in the EuroTeQ network gives our students access to courses in other top-ranked technological universities across Europe.

UNIQUE PROGRAMMES AND HANDS-ON PRACTICAL STUDIES

● Unique and internationally recognized programmes and modern learning environment create curricula tailored to meet the latest demands of the job market. We actively engage experienced practitioners from the private sector in the process.

● At TalTech, we implement challenge-based learning, solve real-world problems, and develop skills necessary for today’s dynamic world.

● Modern labs and facilities await students on our green and smart campus. Here, cutting-edge technologies are tested and implemented daily. Our campus is also home to over 50 high-tech companies.

VIBRANT STUDENT LIFE AND SPORTS COMMUNITY

● TalTech is well known for its active student life, with nearly 40 diverse student organizations involved in everything from satellite construction to major event organisation. Every student has the opportunity to discover their passion and gain valuable experience in learning how to manage a business or a project.

● World-class sporting facilities and a vibrant sports community contribute to an enriching student experience.

● Our extensive and active alumni community with over 70,000 graduates worldwide enhances the study journey, offers valuable connections, and opens up promising future prospects for every student at TalTech.


STUDIES AT TALTECH:

TalTech offers 4 Bachelor’s and 12 Master’s programmes (in English) in the following fields:

● Information Technologies (including Cyber Security and e-Governance)

● Business and Governance (including MBA, Law, and Technology Governance)

● Engineering

● Maritime Sciences

All programmes are internationally recognized and provide high-quality education by combining in-depth study and creative labs. Thus, you can get the best hands-on experience for your education and career.

Studies for the EU/EEA citizens are tuition-free (except for at the School of Business and Governance). In addition, a number of scholarships are available. In 2024, a record sum of half a million euros is given out by the TalTech Development Fund to support the studies of our students.

Read more on the institution's website

Rankings

Founded in 1918, TalTech is ranked in top 3% of world's best universities (QS World University Rankings). It is the only university of technology in Estonia and accommodates around 10,000 students, out of which 14% are international students from over 100 different countries.

Admissions

Admission start and deadlines

  • February 1st, 2024 – Admission opens
  • April 1st, 2024 – Application deadline for non-EU citizens
  • May 1st, 2024 – Application deadline for citizens from OECD member states, Georgia, Ukraine, and non-EU candidates who are residing in Estonia on a legal basis
  • June 1st, 2024 – Application deadline for citizens from EU/EEA countries and Switzerland
  • August 1st, 2024 – Application deadline for Finnish, Latvian, and Lithuanian citizens applying for programmes of the School of Business and Governance
How to Apply

Campus Features

Our dormitories have a total of approximately 2200 accommodation places. Most of our buildings are located in TalTech campus, in close vicinity of university building. The dormitories offer the best accommodation during your studies! Most of our dormitories are located near university buildings, just 5 to 7 minutes walk away.

    Scholarships and Funding

    TalTech offers a range of scholarships for international students from EU, EEA and outside, who want to do their bachelor's and master's programmes at Tallinn University of Technology. The EU/EEA citizens are exempt from tuition fees if admitted to any engineering, IT or science programme. All citizens applying for bachelor's programmes in English are eligible for a number of tuition waiver and performance scholarships, as well as a scholarship for medal winners of international subject proficiency olympiads. Applicants to master's programmes are also eligible for a number of tuition waiver and performance scholarships, as well as Estonian national scholarship. Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs also offers a scholarship to applicants to certain master's programmes in English.

    For more details about the scholarships, please visit the university website.

    Why study at {school_name_variable}

    Tallinn University of Technology (TalTech) is the flagship in engineering and IT science and education in Estonia, providing higher education at all levels in engineering and technology, information technology, economics, science, and maritime. TalTech’s mission is to be a promoter of science, technology, and innovation and a leading provider of engineering and economic education in Estonia. The curricula are regularly updated to meet the needs of the labour market and strong private sector practitioners are involved. TalTech’s learning environment is also constantly evolving – several laboratories have been renovated and more and more teaching is done via e-channels. TalTech supports companies in organisational and product development. The Innovation and Business Centre Mektory brings together researchers, students, and entrepreneurs. Young people get inspiration, knowledge, and resources to establish and develop student start-ups. The university attaches great importance to the distinctive high standard of science and teaching and academic freedom. Thus, TalTech has become the first university in Estonia to offer a tenure-based academic career model.

    Campus Life & Facilities

    TalTech provides student counselling services to help students to be successful in their studies. The center offers information, counselling, training, consultation, and cooperation, as well as career counselling and psychological counselling in order to support those students who are experiencing study-related and personal difficulties. TalTech library is located in the centre of the university campus, making it a convenient spot for studying and relaxing between lectures. It offers five hundred different reading and study places and provides computers for its users on each floor. At the campus you can also find printing, copying and scanning services, as well as Bank ATM, lockers, self-service laundry, cafeterias and canteens.

    Every faculty in TalTech has its own student council. Student councils stand up for the well-being of the students in their faculty, as well as keep them informed, ensuring that each year is memorable. They are in active contact with the dean’s offices and they organise events for the students. TalTech students do not need to go to the city centre in search of fun. Instead, they can find it in the TalTech Student House! The student house is a good place to spend your free time to study or you can rent rooms for various occasions. Our rooms are meant to be used for organising conferences, workshops, parties, or gatherings, or for studying or group work. Among some of the famous student events are: International Dinner, Opening Bash, Summer Games and more. There is also a number of local and international organisations available for students to join. Among them: ESN, AEGEE, BEST, Formula Student Team, Marketing Club, Robotics Club, Debate Society and more.

    Program Admission Requirements

    Demonstrate your commitment and readiness to succeed in business school by taking the GMAT exam – the most widely used exam for admissions that measures your critical thinking and reasoning skills.

    Download the GMAT mini quiz to get a flavour of the questions you’ll find in the exam.

    Take the quiz

    Locations

    • Tallinn

      Tallinn University of Technology, Ehitajate tee 5, 19086, Tallinn

    Questions