Overview

The Information Society Technologies programme of Tallinn University supports development of research based and innovative approaches for working on appropriate positions as well as readiness for continuous personal professional development and suppors development of competences for working on academic positions (researcher, lecturer) or as senior specialist in public, private or third sector.

Why study with us?

Tallinn University School of Digital Technologies is the only institution in Estonia that focuses on ‘soft’ information and communication technologies including social media applications, digital learning ecosystems, interaction design, workplace learning and other related fields. The rapid development of the school is based on drawing on expertise from a large partner network, utilising EU funding, encouraging the empowerment of staff members as well as on applying a holistic approach, integrating dynamic teaching, research and development activities.

Doctoral students are also involved in implementation of several research grants and international projects. For acquiring research experience, it is possible to participate in conferences, seminars, summer schools and study within the Erasmus programme at foreign universities. The school is located in a brand new building and offers excellent working conditions not only for its staff members, but also for visiting academics, post-doctors and students.

Programme Structure

Programme structure:

Doctoral students are also involved in implementation of several research grants and international projects.

For acquiring research experience, it is possible to participate in conferences, seminars, summer schools and study within the Erasmus programme at foreign universities.

The school is located in a brand new building and offers excellent working conditions not only for its staff members, but also for visiting academics, post-doctors and students.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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More details

Deadline for submitting your application: June 29

Language

Partially taught in English, Partially taught in Estonian

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

72

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) Computer Sciences Web Technologies & Cloud Computing

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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Other requirements

General requirements

Information on finding a research topic and supervisor

Admission exam (interview) is based on the plan for the doctoral thesis that is agreed with the prospective supervisor

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.

No 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

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Information Society Technologies.

Available Scholarships

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