Study programme code

HTLKM.HT

Head of the Study Programme

Tauri Tuvikene

MER study programme code

07

version code

HTLKM/27.HT

School / college

HT - School of Humanities

Study programme title in Est.

Linnakorraldus

study programme title in Engl.

Urban Governance

Language of instruction

Estonian

Study level

Master's studies

ECTS credits

120

Study domain

Social Sciences, Journalism and Information

Study programme group

social sciences

Study programme subgroup

Sociology and cultural studies

Nominal study period (in semesters)

4

Access conditions

Bachelor´s Degree, Diploma of Professional Higher Education or a corresponding qualification. show more...
Admission is based on the results of the entrance exam. Minimum level of proficiency of the Estonian language at B2 level according to the European Framework of Reference for Languages. The minimum level of proficiency of the English language at B1 level according to the European Framework of Reference for Languages.

Degrees conferred

sotsiaalteaduse magister (linnakorraldus)

Study programme aims and objectives

The Urban Governance curriculum prepares professionals who have show more...
extensive knowledge of theoretical and practical topics related to urbanisation; who are capable of solving challenges in the field, communicating with various target groups, and addressing urban planning issues within the broader context of a networked society; who recognise spatial connections between social processes and know how to guide them and engage a team to do so.

Learning outcomes of the study programme

- possesses methods and problem-solving skills for addressing urban issues, as well as knowledge of where to find the necessary information show more...

- is able to present evidence-based arguments on topics related to urban governance
- is proficient in innovative approaches to solving urban planning problems, including methods of engagement and co-creation
- is proactive, independent in managing their time and research topics, responsible, and capable of motivating others and providing feedback
- applies the skills and role of a team and project leader
- understands and makes urban governance decisions, taking into account the processes of social functioning, knowledge and examples of urban development from outside Estonia, and global trends
- assess themselves as urban governance expert by identifying their continuing education needs

Graduation requirements

In order to graduate, the student shall complete the study programme in the given volume and compiling and defending the Master’s thesis. show more...
Students who have not graduated from upper secondary schools where Estonian is the language of instruction, or who have graduated from schools where Estonian is only partly the language of instruction, are required to have Estonian language proficiency at C1 level.