Topic: continuing education

Caoimhe from the University of Galway, an ENLIGHT partner university, shares how she gained hands-on lab experience, grew in confidence and made new friends at UniTartu Summer School.

Around 100 participants from 31 countries joined UniTartu Summer School 2026 for nine practical courses, new connections and trips across Estonia. 98% of survey respondents would recommend it.

A health sciences student from Germany explores personal identity at UniTartu Summer School, discovering philosophy, Estonian culture and new friendships beyond her usual field of study.

Andy Sturt shares how studying disinformation at UniTartu Summer School deepened his understanding, brought new connections and inspired him to continue learning.

Adult learners are welcome to participate in micro-degree and micro-credential programmes starting in the autumn semester. The programmes are delivered in block mode or online, suitable for working people. Application to most programmes is open until 23 August.

A new free course combining Estonian language studies with culture studies will begin at the University of Tartu Museum.

Almost 46,800 learners took part in the University of Tartu’s continuing education programmes last year, which is 5% more than in the previous year. For several years now, participants have increasingly preferred longer, more comprehensive courses.

The University of Tartu has launched a new continuing education course entitled “Foreign nationals in Estonian health system”. The course is based on the World Health Organization’s (WHO) global competency standards for refugee and migrant health and is the first of its kind in the world.

Applications are open/ Early bird discount: –10% (20–26 March).

Spend your summer in Tartu with UniTartu Summer School: gain new knowledge, earn academic credits, study in an international classroom, and enjoy a vibrant cultural programme.