The Baltic Sea Region consists of 10 countries and is one of the most economically
dynamic, technologically advanced and culturally diverse region in Europe. The following modules will broaden your academic knowledge and practical proficiency about the matters of the Baltic Sea Region. Politics and Society Programme is focused on political matters, analysing different societies in the region from historical as well as contemporary perspective.
Autumn semester (30 ECTS):
• Political Developments in the Baltic Sea Region
• Political History of the Baltic States in 20th Century
• Social Capital and Civil Society in the Baltic States
• Baltic Identities: Interdisciplinary Perspectives
• Social Developments in the Baltic States
• Baltic Foreign Policy
Spring semester (30 ECTS):
• Political History of the Baltic States in the 20th Century
• Baltic Transformations
• Baltic Region and Statehood Idea
• Religion and Society in the Baltic States
• Baltic Sea Region Economic Developments
• Baltic Media
Faculty Information:
Courses in Baltic Studies semester program are delivered mostly by local teaching staff, some courses are delivered by visiting international staff. Instruction is completely in English. English is also very widely spoken outside of the classroom, in administrative units of the university, in stores, and even in public sector services.
Other Activities:
Students are offered to take part in group study trips to Latvia, to Tallinn (Estonian capital), to Russia at extra cost. Students get access to University sports center at a discounted price. Student social life is coordinated by Erasmus Student Network, which organizes numerous events for students, e.g. international food days, week end trips, sports events, parties, and more (usually at a very affordable price).
The main highlight of student life each semester is autumn and spring Student days, when the Rector hands the power over to students. These days are filled with events and attract students from all over Estonia to Tartu, Estonia's academic capital!
Facility Information:
Lectures for this program are held in modern study rooms of the Faculty of Social Sciences, Baltic Studies Center and EuroCollege. Free wireless Internet is available in most study buildings, in the library and even in the city hall square!
Notes:
Price of 3295 EUR/per semester includes:
- Tuition
- Accommodation in student dormitory (double room)
- Airport transfer to and from Tallinn
- Orientation upon arrival
- Welcome reception
- Support services/counseling by the International Student Office during the studies
Also see Study Abroads in:
University Study Abroad
Europe
Estonia
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