Study programme code

HRHTM

Head of the Study Programme

Kai Pata

MER study programme code

0000000010

version code

HRHTM/27

School / college

HR - School of Educational Sciences

Study programme title in Est.

Haridusteadus

study programme title in Engl.

Educational Sciences

Language of instruction

Estonian

Study level

Master's studies

ECTS credits

120

Study domain

Education

Study programme group

Teacher training and educational science

Study programme subgroup

Education science

Nominal study period (in semesters)

4

Access conditions

A bachelor’s degree, a professional higher education diploma, show more...
or an equivalent qualification in a field related to education, or work experience in the field of education. Proficiency in Estonian at least at the B2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. Proficiency in English at least at the B1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. Entrance examination.

Degrees conferred

haridusteaduse magister (haridusteadus)

Study programme aims and objectives

Graduates of the Master’s curriculum in Educational Science possess a comprehensive understanding of human development, show more...
psychological processes, and learning within a sociocultural environment; they are prepared to apply knowledge from the educational and pedagogical sciences—as well as from the field of assessment—within the educational sector, and are competent to foster sustainable education within a sustainable learning society.

Learning outcomes of the study programme

- possesses knowledge of the fundamental concepts of educational science and is familiar with the structure, show more...
trends, and operating principles of the education system; understands and analyzes educational processes at the societal, institutional, and individual levels;
- responsibly applies knowledge from the field of education to design flexible learning and career pathways throughout the lifespan, integrating opportunities for both formal and non-formal learning;
- applies knowledge of educational psychology to understand and assess learning, development, and the learning environment, utilizing evidence-based methods and assessment tools to support learner development and analyze educational processes;
- employs a scientific mindset and research competence to understand professional challenges and implement development initiatives, while acting as a critical, ethical, and responsible professional.

Graduation requirements

To complete the study programme, a student must fulfil the prescribed volume of studies, show more...
including completing compulsory subjects and writing and defending a master’s thesis. Students who have not graduated from a school with Estonian as the language of instruction, or who have graduated from a school with only partial instruction in Estonian, are required to attain Estonian language proficiency at the C1 level.