Admissions

At the University of Tartu Viljandi Culture Academy, you can earn a higher education degree marked by the University of Tartu's seal of quality, creating opportunities to explore your cultural heritage, experience the importance of a sense of identity, and build a lifelong network of connections. You may study as an exchange student or a degree-seeking student at bachelor's or master's level. The academy’s learning environment offers a unique alternative to the academic atmosphere of Tartu and the fast-paced life of Tallinn, providing a creative space to combine:

  • tradition and modernity,
  • national identity and internationalism,
  • scientific research and artistic creation,
  • theory and practical solutions.

We are offering two English-taught master's programmes:

Creative project management

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The one-year master's programme in Creative Project Management seamlessly integrates creativity and strategic management within the vibrant cultural and creative industries. The programme is meticulously designed to empower aspiring professionals with the skills and insights required to navigate the dynamic landscape of creative project management. At the core of the programme lies the student's project, with all curriculum elements, themes, and tasks thoughtfully designed to support the successful accomplishment of this project.

Form of study: block mode study
Duration and credits: 1 year , 60 ECTS
Tuition waivers: 2 for all citizenships

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Folkloristics and Applied Heritage Studies (coordinated by the Institute of Cultural Research)

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The international curriculum taught by the University of Tartu Institute of Cultural Studies and Viljandi Culture Academy provides students with the knowledge and skills for critical thinking and constructive action in the broad field of cultural heritage. At the same time, they will learn to recognise the processes involved in creating tangible and intangible cultural heritage and deal responsibly with its socio-cultural and economic potential.

Form of study: regular study
Duration and credits: 2 years , 120 ECTS

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2025 admission deadlines for English-taught master's programmes

2 January – 15 MarchSubmission of applications
30 AprilAdmission results
1 SeptemberAcademic year starts

Bachelor's programmes

Master's programmes

Exchange studies

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