Study programme code

EKESM.HT

Head of the Study Programme

Piret Viires

MER study programme code

154063

version code

EKESM/18.HT

School / college

HT - School of Humanities

Study programme title in Est.

Eesti uuringud

study programme title in Engl.

Estonian Studies

Language of instruction

English

Study level

Master's studies

ECTS credits

120

Study domain

Arts and Humanities

Study programme group

languages and cultures

Study programme subgroup

Language acquisition

Nominal study period (in semesters)

4

Access conditions

Bachelors degree or an equivalent level of qualification. Admission is based on the results of the entrance exam. show more...
English B2 level.

Degrees conferred

humanitaarteaduse magister

Study programme aims and objectives

- Provide opportunities to gain broad-based knowledge of Estonian language or East European languages, cultures, histories, and societies; show more...

- Provide opportunities to become acquainted with Estonian or East European cultures and societies in a regional and general context;
- Provide opportunities to gain skills to interpret Estonian culture and society or Eastern European cultures and societies in global context;
- Create opportunities to learn Estonian or an Eastern European languageand to enhance language skills;
- Support the development of competences of being able to take initiatives, being responsible and ethical in subject related activities and to give arguments in support of subject related problems and opinions presented both in academic and non-academic contexts;
- Enhance the development of skills to continuously develop and learn in subject related contexts;
- Provide pre-requisites to continue studies and work both in Estonia and in the international environment.

Learning outcomes of the study programme

- systematically analyses and synthesises the development processes of the Estonian language and culture and Estonian history and society, show more...
or of Eastern European languages, cultures, histories, and societies
- connects and interprets knowledge of the Estonian language, culture, and society or Eastern European languages, cultures, and societies in relation to regional and global processes, and critically evaluates the mutual influences between different cultural spheres and social processes
- solves complex problems related to Estonian or Eastern European studies as well as interdisciplinary issues by applying appropriate methods and providing evidence-based arguments for the impact of the proposed solutions
- understands and produces texts and expresses opinions both orally and in writing in Estonian or in one of the Eastern European languages according to the acquired level of language proficiency
- applies knowledge and skills creatively, strategically, and sustainably in professional activities, acting responsibly and ethically in both Estonian and international contexts, and taking into account social processes
- justifies research and analysis results and to communicates ideas clearly and persuasively both orally and in writing, using modern communication channels, and works successfully both independently and as part of a team
- analyses and assesses personal and others’ developmental needs, supports and, when necessary, guides others’ learning
- applies the acquired skills in professional work both in Estonia and internationally, contributing to the development of the field and of society; continuously develops professionally and academically, consciously shaping their own learning and career path; and is capable of continuing studies at the doctoral level

Graduation requirements

In order to graduate, the student shall complete the study programme in the given volume and defending the Master_s thesis. show more...
For international students matriculated from the 2020/2021 academic year onwards, those majoring in Estonian Studies are required to attain at least level B1 in Estonian, and those majoring in Eastern European Studies are required to attain at least level A1 in Estonian. The International student is a student without Estonian citizenship, long-term residence permit or permanent right of residence.