Life and Earth Sciences-PhD at University of Tartu

What the program is

The Life and Earth Sciences doctoral programme at the University of Tartu is a multidisciplinary, research-oriented PhD programme covering Biodiversity and Ecological Sustainability, Geography, Geology, Molecular Biosciences, and Genomics. Doctoral researchers conduct research according to an individual plan, work with research groups and supervisors, and complete an original doctoral thesis. The programme also includes 30 ECTS of additional studies, divided between specialist knowledge and transferable skills.

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 may be invited to an interview following a positive assessment.