TTK University of Applied Sciences offers 20 study programmes on Bachelor’s level focusing mainly on engineering fields. The official language of instruction for all the study programmes is Estonian.
Institute of Architecture
Applied Architecture
The Applied Architecture curriculum offers a comprehensive educational experience that integrates theoretical knowledge with hands-on practical training.
Teaching & Learning Methods
Architectural theory is delivered through a variety of formats, including lectures, seminars, exercise classes, independent study, and research. This multi-faceted approach ensures students engage with content across different learning contexts.
Practical Skills Development
Practical competencies are developed through workshops and internships. Students participate in drawing and painting internships to deepen skills acquired at school, while observational traineeships are carried out in different European cities each year. In modeling practice, students create a model of a wooden structure and explore its architectural character. In the spring semester of the third year, an internship takes place in an architect’s or architectural office.
Mentorship
Students have the opportunity to learn from practising architects who serve as mentors. Mentors help deepen students’ sense of the profession and remain available to liaise with students outside the formal study programme when needed.
Progression Opportunities
Graduates can continue their studies through a Master’s degree in architectural design and planning, or pursue further academic research.
Theory Meets Practice
A defining feature of the programme is its integration of theoretical and practical learning, ensuring students graduate with both a strong conceptual foundation and the real-world skills required for professional practice.
Institute of Civil Engineering
Building Construction
The Building Construction curriculum provides a thorough technical and managerial education, preparing graduates for professional roles in the construction industry.
Teaching & Learning Methods
The programme covers a broad range of subjects, including construction technology, building legislation and standards, building materials and their characteristics, building process management, communication and management skills, information and communication technologies, design basics, building management and maintenance policies, and business foundations.
Practical Skills Development
Practical competencies are built through hands-on training, international workshops, and internships. Students also have the opportunity to study as exchange students at partner institutions across Europe or complete a traineeship abroad.
Programme Content
The curriculum integrates practical information, construction technologies, building physics, economics and management, and language learning — ensuring a well-rounded academic experience.
Qualification & Progression
Graduates are awarded the first-level higher education qualification of Civil Engineer in Buildings and Structures (EstQF Level 6). From there, graduates can continue to a Master’s degree in Estonia or abroad, or step directly into specialised professional roles with strong opportunities for career development.
Theory Meets Practice
A core strength of the programme is its balance of theoretical knowledge and practical skills, equipping graduates to think creatively and work confidently — whether as a manager, specialist, or future researcher.
Road Construction
The Road Construction curriculum delivers both deep technical expertise and broader professional skills, preparing graduates for a career in road engineering from day one.
Teaching & Learning Methods
The programme provides in-depth knowledge of road-building materials and technologies, designing road construction in both 2D and 3D spaces, and the communication and management skills needed to carry out complex projects. Students also gain grounding in building supervision and the principles of maintaining existing roads.
Programme Content
Beyond core engineering, the curriculum covers entrepreneurship and economics, budgeting, information and communication technologies, engineering software, construction and environmental laws, standards and norms, and the philosophy of quality management — ensuring graduates are well-rounded professionals.
Qualification & Progression
Graduates receive an entry-level road engineer qualification at Level 6 (EstQF Level 6). After gaining a few years of professional experience, they can apply for the top-level road engineer qualification at Level 6. From there, graduates can either step directly into the workforce or continue their studies at Master’s level in Estonia or abroad.
Theory Meets Practice
The programme balances theoretical knowledge with practical application, equipping graduates to think analytically, manage projects confidently, and grow within the profession.
Career Prospects
Graduates are guaranteed access to specialised employment and ongoing opportunities for professional development in the road construction sector.
Facilities Management
The Facilities Management curriculum equips students with the technical expertise and broader professional skills needed to manage modern, smart buildings and deliver high-quality property services.
Teaching & Learning Methods
The programme covers the essentials of modern buildings as smart, automated complexes, with a focus on state-of-the-art technology in administrative, maintenance, and repair services. Students also develop strong IT, digitalisation, and virtualisation skills, alongside extensive building engineering knowledge — including the ability to read technical drawings and understand heating, cooling, and ventilation systems.
Practical Skills Development
Hands-on learning takes place in excellent laboratories under the guidance of experienced industry professionals, ensuring students gain real-world competence alongside their theoretical studies.
Programme Content
Beyond technical expertise, the curriculum provides team management skills and a solid grounding in legal and economic knowledge — preparing graduates to operate confidently across a range of professional contexts.
Theory Meets Practice
The programme integrates theory with practice through collaboration with the Estonian Association for Property Management, bringing real estate maintenance subjects to life in a professional setting.
Qualification & Career Prospects
Graduates enter the workforce as qualified and certified specialists in property management, with strong prospects for employment and professional growth in the field.
Construction Geodesy
The Construction Geodesy curriculum offers a strong blend of classical theory and modern technology, preparing graduates to work as skilled geodesists across a range of professional fields.
Teaching & Learning Methods
Students gain in-depth knowledge of both classical and applied geodesy, learning to operate modern geodetic instruments including digital levels, GPS receivers, laser scanning equipment, and other up-to-date earth measurement technologies, as well as relevant graphics programmes.
Programme Content
The curriculum shares a common foundation with the Building Construction and Road Construction programmes, providing the breadth of knowledge needed to work as a geodesist across multiple sectors. This cross-disciplinary grounding ensures versatility and a strong understanding of the wider construction industry.
Practical Skills Development
Theory and practice are closely integrated throughout the programme. The most significant practical component is a four-month engineering traineeship at a geodesy company — one of the longest embedded traineeships in the field. Students can also gain international experience as exchange students at partner institutions abroad or complete a traineeship at a foreign geodesy company.
Qualification & Career Prospects
Graduates are well-positioned for professional development in both the public and private sectors. They may step directly into the workforce or continue their academic journey at Master’s level.
Institute of Logistics
Transport and Logistics
The Transport and Logistics curriculum develops well-rounded logistics professionals who can understand, manage, and improve complex supply chain operations at both local and global levels.
Teaching & Learning Methods
The programme teaches students to see and understand logistics processes and procedures as a complete, interconnected whole — building both strategic thinking and operational competence. Students gain the knowledge and skills needed to manage logistics operations as well as broader logistics systems.
Practical Skills Development
A standout feature of the programme is its interactive logistics simulation laboratory, unique in the Nordic countries, which allows students to simulate and play out the processes of a modern supply chain. The same laboratory also offers opportunities to carry out research, develop, and test logistics, transport, and freight forwarding systems in a hands-on environment.
Theory Meets Practice
The curriculum is built on close, two-way cooperation with Estonia’s leading logistics companies. Students complete internships at these companies, while industry specialists return to campus as guest lecturers — creating a dynamic exchange between academic learning and real-world professional practice.
Qualification & Career Prospects
Graduates enter the workforce ready for professional roles with clear paths for progression at global economic and trade hubs, equipped with the skills and experience to grow within the international logistics industry.
Transport and Mobility Management
The Transport and Mobility Management curriculum trains future mobility engineers to understand and manage traffic systems comprehensively, bridging technical expertise with real-world urban and public transport challenges.
Teaching & Learning Methods
The programme teaches students to perceive and analyse traffic as a complete, interconnected system. Core subject areas include traffic psychology, traffic safety, traffic management, intelligent transport systems, smart roads, vehicle information technology, public transport management, and urban logistics — providing a broad and deeply relevant knowledge base.
Flexible Study Format
A distinctive feature of the programme is its sessional study format, allowing students to combine work and learning through distance learning. This makes the curriculum accessible to working professionals looking to develop or formalise their expertise without stepping away from their careers.
Research Opportunities
Students have the opportunity to engage in active research as members of mobility research working groups, gaining valuable experience in academic and applied investigation within the field.
Qualification & Career Prospects
Graduates are equipped with the knowledge and skills to work as qualified mobility engineers in both the private and public sectors, with strong prospects for professional growth in an increasingly complex and technology-driven field.
Purchasing and Procurement Management
The Purchasing and Procurement Management curriculum prepares students to navigate and lead procurement processes in a digital, globalised economy — across transport, manufacturing, logistics, and beyond.
Teaching & Learning Methods
The programme teaches students to understand the challenges of purchasing and procurement management and to develop and apply digital solutions. Specialised knowledge is built in cooperation with the institutes of Tallinn University of Technology, ensuring academic depth and industry relevance.
Practical Skills Development
Studies take place in a modern logistics laboratory, where students gain systematic knowledge of purchasing and procurement processes, digital supply chain management, and both theoretical and practical logistics skills. Internships in companies play a central role in the curriculum, providing real working environment experience and forming the foundation for practical theses.
International Opportunities
The programme has a strong international dimension. Selected first-year courses are taught in English, preparing students for internships in international companies alongside exchange students and micro-degree learners. Each year, students take advantage of Erasmus programme exchanges at foreign universities or participate in intensive BIP courses.
Programme Content
Beyond core procurement subjects, the curriculum covers digital supply chain management, logistics, and relevant IT knowledge — equipping graduates with a well-rounded and future-ready skill set.
Qualification & Career Prospects
Graduates are well-prepared to enter the labour market as organisers or managers of purchasing and procurement processes. Career opportunities exist across both the public and private sectors, with strong potential for professional development and advancement. Further studies are also available through logistics, IT, and supply chain management Master’s programmes at universities in Estonia and abroad.
Railway Transportation
The Railway Transportation curriculum provides a thorough grounding in the technical, operational, and regulatory dimensions of railway transport, preparing graduates to contribute to the development of modern, integrated transport systems.
Teaching & Learning Methods
The programme teaches students to identify objective needs for transport services and understand their impact on the economy, the environment, and the population. Students develop a solid understanding of how to organise railway transport effectively and apply the principles of safe railway traffic.
Technical & Technological Knowledge
Students gain in-depth knowledge of the technical and technological components of railway transport — covering both infrastructure and rolling stock — as well as their interrelationships and operating conditions. The curriculum also covers railway planning, design, communications, and maintenance, providing both general and specialised expertise.
Legal & Regulatory Framework
The programme familiarises students with the regulatory principles governing the legal framework in Estonia and the European Union, ensuring graduates can operate confidently within the applicable professional and legislative environment.
Global Perspective & Integration
Students explore global development trends across different transport modes and examine the possibilities and approaches for integrating Estonia’s transport system into a unified, interoperable transport sector — preparing them to think beyond national boundaries.
Institute of Engineering and Circular Economy
Environmental Technology and Management
The Environmental Technology and Management curriculum equips students with the scientific, technical, and legal knowledge needed to work sustainably and effectively in the environmental sector.
Teaching & Learning Methods
The programme teaches students to understand the interconnected processes of the natural world and to find practical, sustainable ways to work within it. Core subject areas include substance and energy circularity, renewable energy, circular economy, material reuse, water and waste management, and environmental management — providing a broad and future-oriented knowledge base.
Technical Skills Development
Students develop hands-on proficiency in CAD programmes, geoinformatics tools, and national environmental information systems, ensuring they are technically equipped for the demands of modern environmental work.
Legal & Scientific Foundations
Alongside technical training, the programme provides essential grounding in basic science, engineering, and environmental law — giving graduates the foundational knowledge needed to navigate the regulatory and professional landscape of the field.
Theory Meets Practice
The curriculum closely integrates theory with practical application, ensuring graduates enter the workforce with a clear understanding of the challenges they will face day to day and the confidence to tackle them effectively.
Qualification & Career Prospects
Graduates are well-positioned for professional growth — whether by entering the environmental sector directly to gain hands-on experience, or by continuing their studies through a Master’s degree programme in Estonia or abroad.
Production Management and Digitalisation
The Production Management and Digitalisation curriculum prepares graduates to lead and improve modern manufacturing and business operations, combining process management expertise with digital tools and a strong ethical and social awareness.
Teaching & Learning Methods
The programme teaches the methodology for streamlining and improving processes and how to implement them in a modern company. Students learn to build company information systems, understand which production techniques are needed, follow developments in the field, and put those techniques to practical use. Graduates become familiar with all modern process management methodologies and gain the analytical skills to assess trends and apply them strategically.
Practical Skills Development
Students work with process simulation software and smart applications, and have the opportunity to carry out logistics and supply chain management processes in a fully digital laboratory — making the connection between classroom learning and real-world application clear and tangible.
Theory Meets Practice
The curriculum works in close cooperation with leading manufacturing companies in Estonia, addressing real company challenges wherever possible. This two-way engagement ensures that teaching remains grounded in current industry practice and that students graduate with directly applicable experience.
Broader Professional Competencies
Beyond technical and managerial skills, the programme provides grounding in management psychology and encourages students to assess the role, results, and wider consequences of their professional activities — taking into account social and ethical dimensions. Graduates also develop a readiness for active participation in civil society and an openness to differing perspectives.
Qualification & Career Prospects
Graduates are well-equipped for meaningful professional development — whether by continuing to a Master’s programme in Estonia or abroad, or by entering roles where self-development, completing important work, and taking on management responsibilities go hand in hand.
Sustainable Textile Technology
The Sustainable Textile Technology curriculum prepares graduates to lead the future of the textile industry — combining technical precision, sustainable thinking, and digital innovation to create high-quality, responsible textile products.
Teaching & Learning Methods
The programme integrates environmentally conscious thinking, innovative digital solutions, and precise product development throughout its teaching. Students gain a thorough understanding of the entire product lifecycle — from material selection and production through to sustainability assessment — ensuring they can approach textile challenges holistically and responsibly.
Programme Content
Core subject areas include product development, material science, digital design tools such as CAD/CAM, 3D modelling and digital printing, circular economy strategies, and quality management. The curriculum also focuses on garment fit, textile materials, and production processes, combining technical skills with sustainability principles to develop future-oriented solutions.
Practical Skills Development
Theory is closely paired with hands-on practice throughout the programme. Collaborative projects with companies and industry professionals ensure students engage with real-world challenges, while the practical focus on production processes and sustainability assessment bridges the gap between academic learning and professional application.
International Opportunities
Students have the opportunity to study as exchange students at renowned international partner universities, broadening their perspective and gaining exposure to global practices in textile and clothing technology.
Qualification & Career Prospects
Graduates are well-prepared for exciting and future-oriented careers across the textile and clothing industry — spanning product development, material innovation, sustainability management, and production optimisation — with the skills and experience to make an immediate and meaningful impact.
Institute of Technology
Automotive Engineering
The Automotive Engineering curriculum prepares graduates for one of the most rapidly evolving fields in modern engineering — combining strong technical foundations with hands-on experience at the forefront of vehicle technology.
Teaching & Learning Methods
The programme teaches students to identify and solve problems in the field and to work confidently with modern technical software and information systems. Teamwork is a core element, with students developing the skills to participate in, initiate, and carry out project teams and implement their results in practice.
Practical Skills Development
Training takes place at a modern technical centre equipped with the best dynamometers and diagnostic stands, an electrical work laboratory, a workshop, and a computer class with design and traffic software. Students are familiarised with automotive engineering and technical requirements through direct, hands-on engagement with professional-grade equipment.
Research & Competition Opportunities
Students have the opportunity to participate in research, contribute to the development of an electric car, and compete in the internationally renowned Formula Student engineering design competition — gaining invaluable experience beyond the classroom.
Theory Meets Practice
The curriculum is closely integrated with leading companies and institutions in Estonia’s automotive and traffic sectors, ensuring that theoretical learning is consistently grounded in current industry practice.
A Speciality of the Future
Automotive engineering is a field undergoing a technological revolution. Vehicles are becoming increasingly economical and intelligent, and the rise of electric and hydrogen cars is opening up vast new opportunities. Graduates from this programme go on to work in leading companies in Estonia and abroad — a testament to the high standard of automotive engineering education at Tallinn University of Technology. For those who want to work on something that truly matters, this field offers the chance to be part of shaping the future of mobility.
Qualification & Career Prospects
Graduates have the opportunity to continue with a Master’s degree in Estonia or abroad, enter secure employment directly, or pursue both simultaneously — with strong demand for qualified automotive engineers showing no signs of slowing.
Electrical Engineering
The Electrical Engineering curriculum offers a comprehensive applied education in electrical engineering, equipping graduates with the technical depth and practical experience needed to thrive in a dynamic and essential industry.
Teaching & Learning Methods
The programme teaches students to see and understand the electrical field in its full scope. Subject areas include electrical engineering, electronics, automation, electrical machines and apparatus, power supply for consumers, high voltage technology, industrial electrical equipment and installations, automatic control, and process automation — providing a thorough and wide-ranging knowledge base.
Practical Skills Development
Studies take place in a modern electrical engineering and automation laboratory, where students work with the most advanced laboratory equipment and software available. Practical training is further deepened through internships at leading companies in the field, including ABB, Enefit, and Elering, ensuring students gain direct exposure to professional practice at the highest level.
International Opportunities
Successful students have the opportunity to participate in exchange programmes for internships or study at a higher education institution within the European Union, broadening their experience and professional network.
Qualification & Career Prospects
Graduates receive an applied higher education qualification in electrical engineering at Level 6 of the European Qualifications Framework. Career paths are varied and flexible — graduates can work in network, installation, and manufacturing companies in Estonia or abroad, taking on roles as specialists or managers, and progressing between the two as their careers develop. Further studies are available through Master’s programmes at universities in Estonia or other EU countries.
A Field That Powers Everything
Electrical engineering underpins virtually every aspect of modern life. For graduates who want to work in a field where their skills are always in demand and where there is genuine room to grow — from specialist to manager, from local to international — this programme offers the foundation to accomplish something truly significant.
Mechanical Engineering
The Mechanical Engineering curriculum prepares future engineers to design, build, and optimise — developing the technical expertise and practical skills needed to contribute meaningfully to manufacturing and engineering industries anywhere in the world.
Teaching & Learning Methods
The programme provides thorough knowledge across a wide range of subjects, including mechanical engineering technology, machine design, technical measurement, milling, turning, metal cutting machines, fabrication of metal structures, modern welding techniques, and computer programming. Students also learn to work with industry-standard design software including CAD and CAM. Alongside technical subjects, the curriculum develops essential transversal skills such as teamwork, problem-solving, and academic and professional written communication.
Practical Skills Development
Hands-on learning takes place in laboratories equipped with modern technology, where students carry out technological operations, studies, and tests, and complete the practical components of their graduation theses. Traineeships are conducted at leading Estonian and European manufacturing and engineering companies, with the option to complete a traineeship abroad or study as an exchange student at a higher education institution within the European Union.
Theory Meets Practice
The close integration of theoretical knowledge and practical application is a defining strength of the programme, helping graduates transition quickly and confidently into the workforce after completing their studies.
Qualification & Career Prospects
Mechanical engineering training is broadly consistent across the world, opening doors to employment in any country and across a wide range of sectors — including manufacturing, robotics, biotechnology, health, and transport. Graduates are equipped for immediate employment or can continue their academic journey through a Master’s degree, with many choosing to do so after graduation.
Robotics Engineering
The Robotics Engineering curriculum prepares graduates to work at the cutting edge of automation and intelligent systems, combining strong technical foundations with collaborative, project-based learning.
Teaching & Learning Methods
The programme covers a range of interrelated subjects including programming fundamentals, micro-controllers, programming of industrial controllers and robots, and the Internet of Things — building a cohesive and interconnected technical knowledge base. The curriculum also links future industry leaders and manufacturing engineers with mechanical and electrical engineering students, fostering collaborative experience and a broader sense of engineering as a discipline.
Practical Skills Development
Beyond company placements, students engage in hands-on project work — including the construction of an actual robot — to gain the broadest possible understanding of the field. In the robotics and automation laboratory, students can simulate fully robotised plant production processes and model real-life situations by incorporating robots and adding new links to the production cycle.
Programme Structure
The programme leads to a Bachelor’s degree upon successful completion of 3.5 years of study.
Qualification & Career Prospects
Graduates are well-prepared for professional employment in robotics, automation, and related industries, or can choose to continue their academic development through a Master’s degree programme.
Institute of Service Economy
Business Development and Administration
The Business Development and Administration curriculum develops well-rounded business professionals with both the specialised expertise and broader competencies needed to lead, innovate, and drive sustainable growth across a variety of sectors.
Teaching & Learning Methods
The programme provides comprehensive knowledge of the economic environment, entrepreneurship, financial accounting, and management. Students develop strong analytical and decision-making skills, learning to apply principles of strategic planning, prepare and analyse financial reports, create business plans, and use digital technologies effectively for information management and analysis.
Specialisations
Students can choose to specialise in one of two tracks:
Financial Management equips students with the skills to plan and analyse corporate financial activities and make informed decisions based on a range of data sources and methods.
Human Resource Management provides in-depth knowledge and practical skills in personnel management, preparing graduates to lead and develop diverse teams effectively.
Graduate Competencies
Graduates of the programme will be equipped to understand key concepts in entrepreneurship, management, economics, and financial management; work effectively in teams and lead diverse groups; demonstrate entrepreneurial thinking, creativity, and innovation; and consider environmental, economic, and social sustainability principles in their decision-making.
Theory Meets Practice
Academic learning is integrated with practical experience throughout the programme, allowing students to address real-world business challenges through research projects and applied coursework.
Why Business Education Matters
In today’s rapidly changing economic landscape, business education is more important than ever. Multicultural teams, flexible work arrangements, and shifting market conditions demand strong communication, leadership, and strategic thinking skills. Business leaders must not only ensure organisational profitability but also contribute to the sustainable development of society — playing a key role in balancing innovation, responsibility, and the challenges of globalisation.
A Unique Study Environment
The programme is offered at the Institute of Service Economy at TTK University of Applied Sciences, located in Mõdriku, Lääne-Viru County. The study environment, set within a historic manor complex, is both distinctive and modern — offering an inspiring backdrop for business education.
Qualification & Career Prospects
Graduates are prepared to establish and manage their own businesses, take on leadership roles in existing organisations, develop and implement new services and business models, or lead teams and projects toward strategic objectives. Career opportunities span corporate management, departmental and team leadership — including roles as finance or HR managers — and entrepreneurship. Graduates may also continue their studies at Master’s level in business administration.
Accounting
The Accounting curriculum offers Estonia’s only dedicated applied higher education programme in accounting, providing a thorough and career-focused education for aspiring accounting professionals across all industries.
Teaching & Learning Methods
The programme covers a comprehensive range of general and specialised knowledge in financial accounting, tax accounting, and management accounting. Instruction is delivered by experienced faculty, equipping students with the expertise needed to work as proficient accountants, senior accountants, chief accountants, or financial specialists — regardless of sector.
Practical Skills Development
Theoretical learning is closely integrated with practical experience throughout the programme, ensuring students develop the essential financial skills needed to perform confidently in real professional environments from day one.
Entrepreneurship & Professional Flexibility
The programme also prepares students for entrepreneurship — enabling graduates to offer accounting services to other businesses independently or to become valuable members of established accounting firms.
International Opportunities
Students have the opportunity to broaden their knowledge and gain international experience as exchange students at prestigious partner universities across Europe, including institutions in Portugal and Cyprus, or by completing internships at international companies abroad.
A Unique Study Environment
The programme is delivered at the Institute of Service Economy at TTK University of Applied Sciences, located in Mõdriku, Lääne-Viru County. Set within a historic manor complex, the study environment is both distinctive and modern — offering an inspiring setting for focused professional study.
Qualification & Career Prospects
As accountants are in demand across virtually every business and organisation, graduates can be confident of strong employment prospects and diverse career opportunities — whether in companies, accounting firms, or their own enterprises.
Social Work
The Social Work curriculum prepares compassionate and skilled professionals to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives — working at the intersection of individual support, community development, and social change.
A Profession With Purpose
Social work is an ideal field for those who are deeply concerned about societal challenges and motivated to find real solutions. Social workers play a vital role in fostering safe environments, promoting social justice, and improving the quality of life for individuals and communities alike. This programme equips students with the knowledge, tools, and experience needed to be part of that positive change.
Teaching & Learning Methods
The programme prepares specialists who can promote human well-being and contribute to social change at the individual, community, and societal levels. Core subject areas include welfare systems, psychology, counselling, client work, and social policy. Students learn under the guidance of experienced faculty members who are recognised experts in their field, with theory consistently integrated with practice through dedicated learning laboratories.
Practical Skills Development
Hands-on experience is central to the curriculum — one sixth of the entire programme is dedicated to practical placements in social welfare institutions and organisations. The curriculum also provides focused training for working with children and families, the elderly, and individuals with special needs, ensuring graduates are prepared for the full breadth of the profession.
Qualification & Further Study
Upon graduation, students receive both an applied higher education diploma and a Bachelor’s degree, certifying their expertise and enabling them to enter the workforce immediately. Graduates wishing to deepen their knowledge can continue with Master’s studies at Tallinn University or the University of Tartu.
Career Prospects
Graduates with a solid foundation in social work are in demand across public sector institutions, local governments, healthcare and criminal justice systems, and private organisations. The degree also provides an excellent basis for independent endeavours, including establishing oneself as a social entrepreneur — making this a profession with both stability and scope for meaningful impact.
Information Governance and Information Systems Management
The Information Governance and Information Systems Management curriculum prepares graduates to bridge the gap between business and technology — managing data, information flows, and IT systems at the heart of modern organisations.
Why This Field Matters
Data-driven decision-making is becoming increasingly critical across all industries. Companies need professionals who can manage the entire lifecycle of business data, oversee information flows, and support business processes through appropriate software solutions. This programme directly answers that growing demand.
Teaching & Learning Methods
The curriculum develops knowledge and skills across both business and IT processes, equipping graduates to meet the requirements of an information management specialist at Level 6. Students learn to organise information management within organisations and to act as effective intermediaries between business and IT teams in development projects — a role that is increasingly central to how modern organisations function.
Programme Content
The curriculum covers the full range of competencies needed for information management and administration, including business processes, IT systems, data governance, and the practical skills needed to oversee information flows in complex organisational environments.
A Nationally Prioritised Field
The programme is included on Estonia’s list of nationally prioritised fields of study, meaning students may be eligible to apply for state-funded education support through the Estonian Unemployment Insurance Fund.
Qualification & Career Prospects
Graduates are well-prepared for a wide range of roles, including information manager, executive assistant, office manager, service or product owner, product manager, IT project manager, business information systems key user, and client representative — across both the public and private sectors.
