Engineering and Technology-PhD at University of Tartu

What the program is

The Engineering and Technology doctoral programme at the University of Tartu is a research-focused PhD programme covering applications and technologies across five specialisations: Computer Engineering, Sustainable Energetics, Environmental Technology, Materials Science, and Molecular Biotechnology. Doctoral studies are based on an individual plan developed with a supervisor and lead to an original doctoral thesis. Students complete three mandatory courses, with additional coursework selected according to their individual needs.

Main field and study details

The programme is a doctoral-level programme taught in Estonian and English, with a duration of 4 years (240 ECTS) and is based in Tartu. Applicants must hold a Master’s degree or equivalent qualification and meet the university’s English language proficiency requirements. Applicants must submit a motivation letter and CV and, if the motivation letter is assessed positively, participate in an entrance interview.