Study programme code
IFIFB.DT
Study programme administrator
Inga Petuhhov
MER study programme code
1605
School / college
DT - School of Digital Technologies
Study programme title in Est.
Informaatika
study programme title in Engl.
Computer Science
Language of instruction
Estonian
Study level
Bachelor's studies
Study domain
Information and Communication Technologies
Study programme group
informatics and information technology
Study programme subgroup
Software and applications development and analysis
Nominal study period (in semesters)
6
Access conditions
Secondary School Leaving Certificate, Certificate of Vocational Secondary Education or a corresponding qualification giving access to higher education.
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State exam of the Estonian or Estonian as a second language.
Admission test and interview.
Minimum level of proficiency of the Estonian language at B2 level according to the European Framework of Reference for Languages.
Degrees conferred
tehnikateaduse bakalaureus
Study programme aims and objectives
The student will acquire the IT competences to work in teams, show more...
with in-depth knowledge and skills in software development, interaction design or data analytics.
Learning outcomes of the study programme
- knows the basic concepts and principles of informatics and explains the most important applications and trends in the field, distinguishes facts from opinions show more...
- formulates problems related to informatics and designs data collection and analyses the results, providing data-driven solutions in different practical situations
- is fluent in technical terminology in both Estonian and English and is able to use this terminology in both spoken and written form in the context of the target audience, explains topical issues in different cultural contexts and adapts communication style accordingly
- is familiar with the basic methods of software development and is prepared to work in a team throughout the software lifecycle, taking into account the capabilities and needs of team members and valuing innovation and entrepreneurship
- is able to consciously and responsibly comply with professional, legal and ethical requirements, can cope with stressful situations and maintain good mental and physical health
- applies the knowledge and skills acquired in the performance of tasks in their field in the creation of software solutions, ensuring the security of the result and using modern methods and technologies
- masters the methods for independent learning, sets learning objectives and analyses their learning process, and is prepared to make an informed choice about their learning and career path, including the continuation of their studies at postgraduate level
- assesses the impact of the implementation of digital solutions on the sustainability of the environment and society and acts accordingly
Graduation requirements
In order to graduate, the student shall complete the study programme in the given volume, show more...
which includes passing all compulsory courses and compiling and defending the Bachelor’s thesis. 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.
Study programme version structure:
Module type
total ECTS credits
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MAIN SPECIALITY: Informatics (Software Engineering)
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MAIN SPECIALITY: Informatics (Digital Media)
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MINOR FIELD OF STUDY MODULE: Digital Media Applications
Aims
The goal is create preconditions for development and design of multimedia elements of different type;
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create prerequisite for development and design of simpler webpages.
Learning outcomes
Can create and process different media types (graphics, videos, audio, animations).
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Can create a simpler multimedia-based software;
Can create and design simple website;
Is able to maintain and administer his/her computer.
Compulsory courses:
Course title
Course code
ECTS credits
Ex./P-F
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MINOR FIELD OF STUDY MODULE: Information Technology Applications
Aims
Create prerequisite for systematic understanding of various aspects, concepts and fundamental principles of information technology;
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Create prerequisite for the further selfdevelopment in appropriate ICT areas;
Establish conditions for undestanding the application of ICT in various areas
Create prerequisite for the acquisition of vocational school computer teacher in later graduate course.
Learning outcomes
Knowledge of computing basics;
Knowledge of application of general ICT principles and boundaries;
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Establish conditions for the application of ICT in various areas;
Ability to develop themselves professionally in various fields of ICT.
Compulsory courses:
Course title
Course code
ECTS credits
Ex./P-F
Elective courses:
Course title
Course code
ECTS credits
Ex./P-F
Total: at least 15.0 ECTS credits


