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Thinking about studying in Estonia? Want to learn more about our Bachelor’s or Master’s programmes taught in English? Wondering about the admission requirements and application process? Here’s a perfect opportunity to meet representatives and students of Tallinn University of Technology (TalTech).
TalTech at Ülemiste City
At the event, you will: meet representatives of different faculties and students from bachelor, master and PhD programmes, learn more about admissions and student life. The parallel conference will offer insights into a professional topics and student experience from different faculties and study programmes.
Programme and schedule
12:00-15:00 Education fair in the lobby of Öpiku maja, Valukoja 8, Tallinn
13:00-14:00 Parallel conference and presentations in Supernoova room (above the lobby)
14:00-15:00 Panel discussion in Supernoova room
15:00-16:00 Wrap-up
Presenters and panelists
Prof. Ulla Pirita Tapaninen (Estonian Maritime Academy)
Prof. Ulla Pirita Tapaninen is a recognised Finnish expert in maritime and logistics and a Professor at TalTech. Her presentation focuses on her career story, reflecting both her academic and personal journey, with a particular emphasis on maritime digitalisation and its role in shaping contemporary and future-oriented career paths, including the Maritime Digitalisation study programme at TalTech.
Her perspective offers valuable insight into how research, higher education and digitalisation intersect within the maritime domain. Professor Tapaninen has worked for the City of Helsinki, served on the board of ESL Shipping and worked at Finnlines. She is a member of the Board of the Port of Helsinki and has held leadership roles in several international organisations. She has been named Finland’s Logistics Expert of the Year and has received a high state honour, the Order of the White Rose of Finland, from President Sauli Niinistö.
Basel Hammoda (School of Business and Governance)
Basel Hammoda is a lecturer and researcher of entrepreneurship within the business department of TalTech Business School. His work focuses on contemporary approaches to entrepreneurship education and practice, including artificial intelligence, active learning methods, and design-based approaches. Originally from Egypt, Basel is also an entrepreneur and a long-standing startup mentor and trainer, with experience across multiple sectors and diverse geographical contexts. He connects his teaching and research with the broader knowledge triangle and is actively involved in entrepreneurship ecosystems, industry collaboration, and policy circles.
Studying business opens doors to managerial and leadership opportunities across all sectors. It equips you with the skills to build a career in consulting, contribute strategically within organisations, or transform a business idea into a viable and profitable venture. At TalTech School of Business and Governance, learning is grounded in active and practice-oriented approaches. Students engage with real-world challenges that broaden their understanding of how organisations operate across different industries, sizes, and roles. This experience not only strengthens professional competencies but also significantly expands students’ professional networks by connecting them with new communities and career pathways. Together, we will explore how studying at a business school can become a launchpad for your personal development, career advancement, and discovering new professional and entrepreneurial possibilities. TalTech SBG is proud to be your partner in that journey.
Aida Danielyan (School of Information Technologies)
Aida Danielyan is a medical doctor from Armenia, a 2nd - year Digital Health MSc student, and student assistant at Digital Health MSc Programme at TalTech. As a student assistant she supports programme coordination, student communication, and event organisation. With a background in neonatology, Aida is currently in the process of writing her Master’s thesis, which focuses on digital tools for post-discharge monitoring in neonatal care, aiming to support continuity of care and parental support during the transition from hospital to home.
Aida will speak about Digital Health in Newborn Care. This presentation explores how digital health tools support newborn care in clinical practice and beyond. Drawing on her experience as a neonatologist, she will discuss the types of digital tools used in the NICU, the ones she has personally worked with, and how these experiences led her into the field of digital health.
Velizar Yosifov (School of Engineering)
Velizar Yosifov first came to TalTech as an Erasmus student and took courses from the Integrated Engineering BSc programme. Later, he got an internship at Ericsson and afterwards continued working there full time. This did not stop him from pursuing an academic career while working and he applied to the Industrial Engineering and Management MSc programme, which proved to be suitable for professional development and fits well with a study–work life to this day.
Velizar will speak about the study–work balance and take a deep dive into the master’s programme itself, which is, according to him, very suitable for engineering jobs from all perspectives, as it covers both high-level decision-making and mid-level optimization roles.
TalTech Campus Tours
Studies at TalTech
TalTech offers 4 Bachelor’s and 14 Master’s programmes (in English) in the following fields:
- Information Technologies (including Cyber Security and e-Governance)
- Business and Governance (including MBA, Law, and Technology Governance)
- Engineering
- Maritime Sciences
All programmes are internationally recognized and provide high-quality education by combining in-depth study and creative labs. Thus, you can get the best hands-on experience for your education and career.
Studies for the EU/EEA citizens are tuition-fee free (except for at the School of Business and Governance). In addition, a number of scholarships are available.
Information about international admissions, requirements, procedures, deadlines and all, is available HERE.
Why TalTech?
SOLID REPUTATION AND INTERNATIONAL STUDY EXPERIENCE
- Founded in 1918, TalTech has approx. 9929 students (8.4% are international), making it the largest and one of the most international universities in the capital.
- Ranked in the top 3% of the global universities (QS World University Rankings) and the top 2% in specific fields, like Engineering, Technology, and Business Administration.
- Membership in the EuroTeQ network gives our students access to courses in other top-ranked technological universities across Europe.
UNIQUE PROGRAMMES AND HANDS-ON PRACTICAL STUDIES
- Unique and internationally recognized programmes and modern learning environment create curricula tailored to meet the latest demands of the job market. We actively engage experienced practitioners from the private sector in the process.
- At TalTech, we implement challenge-based learning, solve real-world problems, and develop skills necessary for today’s dynamic world.
- Modern labs and facilities await students on our green and smart campus. Here, cutting-edge technologies are tested and implemented daily. Our campus is also home to over 50 high-tech companies.
VIBRANT STUDENT LIFE AND SPORTS COMMUNITY
- TalTech is well known for its active student life, with nearly 38 diverse student organizations involved in everything from satellite construction to major event organisation. Every student has the opportunity to discover their passion and gain valuable experience in learning how to manage a business or a project.
- World-class sporting facilities and a vibrant sports community contribute to an enriching student experience.
- Our extensive and active alumni community with over 82,000 graduates worldwide enhances the study journey, offers valuable connections, and opens up promising future prospects for every student at TalTech.
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