See You again! 

Congratulations! You are completing your current studies at a time full of opportunities. Yes, it’s true that in light of everything happening in the world, we need determination now more than ever. But just as much, we need proactive individuals equipped with fresh knowledge – we need you!

Keep up your energy and enthusiasm! Ask questions, seek answers.! Doubt when visible solutions seem too simple! Add arguments when you feel it's within your power! Found, develop! Be inspired and inspiring! Play mind games with new solutions!

And of course, continue studying! It's no secret that master’s studies follow the bachelor’s degree. Admittedly, that may seem demanding, especially after reaching your current finish line. But believe me: your value and worth in the labor market will rise significantly with further education. The world will open up, your circle of like-minded people will expand. And naturally, your self-esteem will gain a fresh boost.

To our new master’s graduates, I urge you to consider the opportunities offered by doctoral studies. I must admit I have some personal interest here – the University desperately needs a new generation of academics. But academy is not the only possible career path for a doctor. Entrepreneurship needs different kinds of solutions and manufacturing needs especially smart ideas so we can break free from a low value-added economic model.

I sincerely hope you finish your studies at Tallinn University of Technology with the feeling that you’ll stay with us for a long time – for life – so that at the graduation ceremony, instead of saying the usual “farewell,” I may simply say: “Welcome back!”

Tiit Land,
Rector of Tallinn University of Technology

Dear Graduates!

Today, you stand at an important milestone. This is a moment that marks the culmination of years of hard work, dedication, and determination. You have received an education that carries deep meaning and impact – not only for your personal development, but also for the future of the society. An engineering education that opens all the doors ahead of you, enabling you to continue your journey as a successful engineer.

As graduates of the School of Engineering, you can see that the engineering profession demands precision, responsibility, and curiosity – qualities highly valued by the employers who await you, and which you have cultivated and reinforced here at TalTech.

Your knowledge and skills are assets that both Estonia and the world need. We face major challenges: the green transition, energy efficiency, smart cities, sustainable infrastructure, and the evolution of industry. Last but not least is the application of artificial intelligence in the advancement of engineering and technology. You have the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and to help shape these developments.

Engineering is not just a professioon – it is a mission to create, to improve, and to take responsibility. Your knowledge, skills, and ethical foundation will be the pillars on which tomorrow’s sustainable, intelligent, and bold world is built.

Do not be afraid to dream big – engineers are those who design solutions that never existed before. Be inventive, be brave. An infinite world of opportunities lies before you.

I wish you determination, common sense, and a spirit of collaboration. Your success is our glory!

Congratulations and best wishes for a fulfilling engineering career!

Fjodor Sergejev,
Dean, School of Engineering

Dear Graduates,

Dear Graduates,

Congratulations! You have successfully completed an important stage in your journey. Along the way, you have gained new knowledge, developed valuable skills, and shaped these experiences into a diploma. A diploma that will open new doors, lift you to new heights, and give you the confidence to tackle even greater challenges ahead.

With the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence, the demand for IT-savvy professionals has surged. Whether it's software development, building IT systems, cybersecurity, health technologies, or other domains – the need for skilled experts is growing rapidly. We need both those who can create AI and IT solutions, and those who can apply them wisely and responsibly across every area of life.

Congratulations! You have successfully completed an important stage in your journey. Along the way, you have gained new knowledge, developed valuable skills, and shaped these experiences into a diploma. A diploma that will open new doors, lift you to new heights, and give you the confidence to tackle even greater challenges ahead.

With the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence, the demand for IT-savvy professionals has surged. Whether it's software development, building IT systems, cybersecurity, health technologies, or other domains – the need for skilled experts is growing rapidly. We need both those who can create AI and IT solutions, and those who can apply them wisely and responsibly across every area of life.

But as we know, you cannot solve a problem without first understanding its nature. And that is your next great challenge: how to use your IT knowledge to address the pressing issues of our society.

Don’t let technology render you obsolete. Keep learning – consistently and persistently. Lifelong learning is the cornerstone of sustained success. You can learn independently or through university studies. If you’ve completed a bachelor’s degree, consider pursuing a master’s. If you already hold a master’s, don’t overlook the opportunities in doctoral studies. A solid and in-depth education opens more doors than you might imagine.

I wish you heartfelt congratulations and thank you! You didn’t leave your journey unfinished – that is a tribute to your professors and a recognition of the value of their work. Stay just as committed and determined in the future!

Gert Jervan,
Dean, School of Information Technologies

Dear graduates of the School of Science!! 

The academic year is coming to an end and one stage in your lifelong learning has come to an end as well. The following steps on the educational path await you: for whom it is a master’s study, for some a doctoral study, for others nanodegrees, for some microdegrees, etc., etc. There are many choices, but when making choices, do not forget your university. The alumni association of the TalTech is a large and influential community in Estonian society. Make the voice of our alumni sound more and more powerfully both in Estonia and outside Estonia’s borders.

The academic year is coming to an end and one stage in your lifelong learning has come to an end as well. The following steps on the educational path await you: for whom it is a master’s study, for some a doctoral study, for others nanodegrees, for some microdegrees, etc., etc. There are many choices, but when making choices, do not forget your university. The alumni association of the TalTech is a large and influential community in Estonian society. Make the voice of our alumni sound more and more powerfully both in Estonia and outside Estonia’s borders.

Different professions can be acquired in very different ways, even without going to school. However, school education can be acquired in schools and university education in universities. Education is more than just knowledge and skills. According to Albert Einstein, education is what remains after one has forgotten what one has learned in school. It is education that will help you cope with the immense amount of information that hits you every day. There are many people who are called opinion leaders or experts. Be careful, think critically, and don’t blindly trust these people. Even Plato once remarked that between knowledge and ignorance lies opinion. One of the hottest keywords in recent years is AI. Here, too, education is what helps you to make the right choices: blindly trust neither AI nor humans.

Congratulations on graduating and I wish you strength and a clear mind to make your dreams come true and to create a new world! Mente et manu!

Andrus Salupere,
Dean, School of Science

Dear Graduates!

After all those group projects, late-night seminars, exams, and thesis defenses, the day has finally come when you no longer need to submit anything to Moodle. Today is a time to celebrate – and to shine in your graduation photos!

It is often said that we learn best when things are just uncomfortable and challenging enough. I truly believe you have experienced that at TalTech – and have grown stronger and richer because of it. The moments of pushing your limits together with your peers create bonds that last far beyond university. I hope you continue to experience such moments, and I believe that today will not be your last degree or your last deep learning experience – even if right now your head feels ready to burst with knowledge.

Although university life has been intense – with many of you juggling multiple jobs and other responsibilities – a great number of you have also contributed to the most vibrant student life in the region. Thank you for enriching and leading that community spirit. But don’t be sad – this joy doesn’t have to end today. As alumni, there is still so much to experience and be part of at TalTech.

You are graduating at a time when the future feels more uncertain than ever. There is growing talk about the rising power of artificial intelligence and speculation about what role humans will play in the world to come. On one hand, AI creates opportunities that allow people to focus more on critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration. On the other hand, it raises new questions: How will the job market evolve? What will be the effects on the environment and social inequality? What kind of leadership, legislation, and tax systems do we need – and will universal basic income become inevitable?

I hope you will be among those who lead in this rapidly changing world – not only with knowledge, but also with the ability and willingness to keep learning. That is the most valuable skill for the future.

On behalf of the faculty, congratulations! And heartfelt thanks also to the families, employers, friends, colleagues, and everyone else who has supported you along the way.

Mari Avarmaa,
Dean, School of Business and Governance

Dear Graduates of TalTech Estonian Maritime Academy!

Today, we celebrate your achievements, dedication, and perseverance. You have reached the finish line – which is also the beginning of a new journey. A journey that will take you to the world’s oceans, ports, and maritime enterprises – to the very heart of where the future of maritime is being shaped.

Maritime is not just a specialty, it is a way of life. It connects continents, enables trade, powers economies, and keeps the world running. You are becoming part of a global lifeline, where every decision has an impact on society, the environment, and future generations.

Today’s maritime world is undergoing a time of transformation – the green transition, digitalization, and security challenges are shaping its future. Your generation will be the one to implement solutions that make shipping more sustainable, smarter, and safer.

Your education has provided you with a solid foundation – knowledge of navigation, marine engineering, transport, and digitalization. But even more important are the skills of responsibility, teamwork, and decisiveness – qualities that matter just as much on stormy seas as they do on land.

Be proud of what you’ve accomplished. Be bold in your dreams. I wish you strong winds in your sails, a clear horizon, and a steady course.

Congratulations, graduates of the TalTech Estonian Maritime Academy, Class of 2025!

Roomet Leiger,
Director of the TalTech Estonian Maritime Academy

From Alumni to Graduates

The network and connections you made while studying at university will remain a part of your life for a long time, one way or another. This is a valuable asset that will support you both personally and professionally. Cherish it and appreciate it!

Sirli Männiksaar,
Managing Director, Ericsson Eesti AS 

Higher education gives you three important things. First, knowledge and skills – especially the ability to learn new things. Second, it makes you special – only the best got in and only the determined made it to the end. Third, you gained a large circle of new acquaintances and friends. With each passing year, those connections will become increasingly valuable. Don’t lose touch with your fellow students, and come back to the University with your pack!

Enn Listra,
Member of the Alumni Council Executive Board

University gave you knowledge – the world now awaits your decisions and determination. As a graduate of the University of Technology, I believe in you and eagerly await to see the mark you will leave on the world.

Arvo Oorn,
Member of the Alumni Council Executive Board

The diploma is not the end of the journey – it’s just the beginning. The highlight of your life is still ahead, and today’s ceremony was an important step towards it.

Robert Kitt,
Chairman of the Alumni Council Executive Board, CEO of Utilitas Tallinn

I wish patience and courage to all graduates as you step into life. Take every opportunity to build professional relationships with professors, industry experts, and acquaintances – these connections may open doors to opportunities you might not even foresee.

Marco Oolo,
Quality and Safety Manager, Pipelife Eesti AS

I encourage you to seize every opportunity that challenges you, helps you grow, or allows you to experience something new. If possible, go abroad to work or study – but bring those experiences back to Estonia. After all, who else will carry on our work?

Sirje Potisepp,
Alumnus of the Year 2019, Director of the Estonian Food Industry Association

Today’s technology-driven world needs bold thinkers – don’t be afraid to experiment and create something new. As fresh graduates, you have a unique perspective to see things differently and push innovation

Marko Tealane,
Relay Protection and Automation Expert, Tallinn University of Technology