Orientation Days
for new Bachelor's & Master's students
WELCOME WEEK & ORIENTATION DAYS 2024
It is to be updated as the event of 2025 approaches (at the moment the information on this page is about last year's event)
Dear international Bachelor's or Master's student, we are looking forward to meeting you during the Welcome Week (August 26-30) and Orientation Days on the 28-29th of August 2024.
The Orientation Days are a special programme to help you settle in during your first few days in TalTech and learn more about our university and life in Estonia in general. The Orientation Days take place at the beginning of the new academic year. Below find also the description of all the other Welcome Week activities. Definitely pay attention to when does your programme specific info-session take place.
We strongly advise you to participate in order to get a good start on your academic adventure in TalTech. In addition to all the useful information, you will also get acquainted with your fellow students.
Participation is free.
If you are an exchange student (Erasmus student), please visit Orientation Days for Exchange students web page HERE.
Schedule of the main event
Orientation Days August 28-29 2024
First day, the 28th of August:
| Time | Activity/Topics covered | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 09.00-09.30 | Registration | Main Lobby in the main building's entrance, Ehitajate tee 5 |
| 09.30-11.45 | Opening words; Study Information System; TalTech Counselling services (psychological and career counselling); Sport activities at TalTech; Estonian Language and Culture mini-lesson | Main Ceremony Hall |
| 11.50-13.15 | Lunch in the campus cafeterias (at your own expense or bring your own food along) /Tour in the TalTech campus with ESN TalTech IC buddies | |
| 13.15-14.30 | ESN TalTech International Club; TalTech Library; Student Union | Main Ceremony Hall |
Second day, the 29th of August:
| Time | Activity/Topics covered | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 09.40-09.55 | Registration (for those who did not register on the first day) | U06A atrium II floor (next to room U06A-229) |
| 10.00-12.00 | Academic information; Police and Border Guard Presentation | U06A-229 |
| 12.00-12.30 | Break | |
| 12.30-13.30 | Estonia and student life; exchange studies opportunities | U06A-229 |
| 13.30-14.30 | Picnic with light snacks | Patio/Lobby Cafeteria |
How to find the venue U06A-229 for the second day
Recordings of the main event
The first day, 28th of August 2024: not available and will not be recorded
The second day, 29th of August 2024: LINK
Programme specific info-sessions
Additionally to the OD main event, programme specific info-sessions will be held for the new degree students. This is a mandatory introductory lecture about your study programme carried out by the programme manager.
Please find below when and where the info-session of your study programme takes place. See the building location on the campus map.
Kindly note that the schedule may be updated prior to the event.
School of Information Technologies
| Study programme | Date | Time | Building-Room | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All School of IT students | ||||
| Cyber Security Engineering (BSc) | ||||
| Cybersecurity (MSc) | ||||
| E-Governance Technologies and Services (MSc) | ||||
| Digital Health (MSc) |
School of Business and Governance
| Study programme | Date | Time | Building-Room | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Business Administration (Bachelor's programme) | ||||
| Law (Bachelor's programme) | ||||
| Technology Governance and Sustainability (MA) | ||||
| International Business Administration (MA) | ||||
| Law (MA) | ||||
| Entrepreneurial Management (MBA) | ||||
| Public Sector Innovation and E-Governance (MA) |
School of Engineering
| Study programme | Date | Time | Building-room | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School of Engineering students | ||||
| Integrated Engineering (BSc) | ||||
| Industrial Engineering and Management (MSc) | ||||
| Technology of Wood, Plastics and Textiles (MSc) | ||||
| Marine Engineering (MSc) |
Tutor Lesson for new Bachelor level students
Tutor Lesson is a chance to meet your Bachelor's study programme tutor in person, and hear their experience and advice on practical study related matters as well as about student life. A tutor is a fellow student from a more senior year, who is there to help you adjust to university life.
NB! After the tutor lesson, there is a possibility to go for a campus tour.
| Study programme | Date | Time | Building-room |
|---|---|---|---|
| International Business Administration (BA) | |||
| Law (BA) | |||
| Integrated Engineering (BSc) | |||
| Cyber Security Engineering (BSc) |
Kick-Off Event August 26
TalTech Kick-Off Event 2024 will take place on August 26 at 13:45. The Kick-Off Event is strictly recommended for ALL NEW TALTECH STUDENTS!
The Kick-Off Event is the perfect event to connect with your new classmates and make your first friends at university. 🤝 Additionally, you'll get to know TalTech student life and campus. 🏙️
👟 🌟 This event takes you and your classmates to different student organization points, where thrilling obstacle courses and challenges await you! 💪 It's the best way to learn about the activities of student organizations and become part of TalTech's vibrant student life! 🌍
🏛️ During the orienteering, you'll also get familiar with the TalTech campus! The TalTech campus is large, and for new students, it can initially seem a bit confusing. At the Kick-Off Event, you'll get to know the most important spots and gain a good overview of the campus. Soon, you'll feel right at home! 🎉✨
To make the most of the day, a good freshman dresses comfortably and checks the weather report beforehand. ☀️🌧️
We will gather at the TalTech UFO square at 13:45 and start the school year with a bang! 🗺️
Location: Tallinn University of Technology -> Raja 4, 12616 Tallinn.
Get more information about the event on Facebook
LIBRARY TOUR
There are two library tours organised for the new international degree students on the 27th of August: at 11.00 and 13.00.
The tour's duration is around 30 minutes. You will be shown around and provided guidance on how to use the library services. Please choose a suitable time slot and register your attendance (limited number of spots!) via sending an email to study@taltech.ee. Your registration will be confirmed by an email reply. The meet-up spot is in front of the library's main entrance (on the second floor atrium of the library building).
Opening ceremony 2024
Dear student!
You are welcome to participate in the Opening Ceremony of the academic year. The event takes place on Friday, the 30th of August 2024 at 11 AM in the main ceremony hall. Please be noted that the dress code for the event is formal.
Events and student organisations
Here you can find the list of Student Organisations that accept international students:
- AASE https://www.facebook.com/aasestonia/
- ESN TalTech IC https://www.facebook.com/esntaltechic
- MTÜ Õigus https://www.facebook.com/MTUOigus
- ESTIEM LG Tallinn https://estiem.org/
- Kammerkoor https://www.kammerkoor.eu/en/
- Formula www.formulastudent.ee
- Debate Club https://www.facebook.com/TalTechDebate
- Wind Band https://orkester.ee/en/tut-brass-band/
- Juuliuse Jüngrid www.facebook.com/JuuliuseJyngrid
In case you have any questions, please contact directly Student Union (info@tipikas.ee).
Student ABC 2024
The Office of Academic Affairs at Tallinn University of Technology has prepared this Student ABC in order to make your arrival and stay in Tallinn as comfortable as possible.
You can view Student ABC guidebook 2024 as a PDF file.
Take some time to read it and find out the most important steps that you have to take after your arrival, and learn more about our study system. We have also added the important contact details which will assist you during the course of your studies.
OD 2024 Presentations
Here you can review the presentations of Orientation Days 2024 to have an overview of various topics and important information that is shared during the event.