Overview

Learning Outcomes

has broad knowledge and systematic overview of sociological research fields, methods and theoretical perspectives;

is able to orient in scientific sociological literature, find necessary information, critically evaluate, analyse and synthesize information;

is able to plan and conduct professional international scientific and development activities based on the principles of ISA (International Sociological Association) code of ethics and to critically analyse and evaluate the results;

is able to participate in international professional and social discussion, present research findings and affect social decision-making processes;

is able to critically analyse the prevailing norms of society;

has competence to work as a researcher, lecturer and expert.

What are the Career Options After the Studies?

An internationally accredited doctoral diploma obtained in the Sociology programme of Tallinn University enables working as a researcher, teacher and top expert in Estonian, EU and international institutions at employment positions, which require a doctoral degree.

Programme Structure

Objectives of the Programme

to support developing of knowledge and skills to act as an independent professional expert;

to create conditions for independent academic work in teaching and research at universities or research institutions.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-01 00:00:00

Language

Partially taught in Estonian, Partially taught in English

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

72

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Sociology

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

72

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Admission exam is an interview on the subject of the project of thesis, assessment of publications of the candidate of doctoral study, assessment of the level of academic achievement of the candidate of doctoral study

Copy of a Bachelor’s degree certificate or certificate of a corresponding qualification + Transcript of Records/Academic Transcript

Copy of a Master’s degree certificate or certificate of a corresponding qualification + Transcript of Records

Copy of the identification page of passport

Proof of English language Proficiency

CV

Thesis proposal signed by the prospective supervisor

Copy of a Sworn Affidavit to Confirmation of Name if the applicant's name stated in his/her passport differs from the name on any of the other required documents

Applicants applying for adjustments to be made during the admission exams due to his/her physical or psycho-social special need must submit a copy of medical proof of this special need

Tuition Fee

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International

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 48 months.
EU/EEA

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 48 months.

PhD studies in Tallinn University are without tuition fees.

Living costs for Tallinn

598 - 948 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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