Doctoral Studies in Science and Technology

Doctoral studies at the University of Tartu's Faculty of Science and Technology are distinguished by their professional supervision, flexible work arrangements, and robust support structures. Our doctoral researchers are valued colleagues, satisfied with the quality of their studies, and able to focus on high-level research in a supportive and international environment. In offering development opportunities to doctoral researchers, we follow the common European principles for supporting research careers, including the European Competence Framework for Researchers‎, and we support diverse career paths for young researchers.

The Centre for Doctoral Studies in Science and Technology is a part of the Faculty of Science and Technology, and coordinates four doctoral programmes. Approximately 500 doctoral students are enrolled at the faculty, with 44% of them being international students.
The centre ensures the conduct of doctoral studies in the faculty in compliance with the regulations in force, facilitating a smooth exchange of information and providing counselling to doctoral students and supervisors on the organisation of doctoral studies, funding, course selection, training opportunities, and other associated activities.

Doctoral programmes starting from study year 2022/23

Organisation of doctoral studies

Doctoral studies are organised by the the Regulations for Doctoral Studies (RDS) at the University of Tartu. The regulations include general rules of supervision, individual plan, progress review and degree application procedure. The University good practices are a recommended reading for all doctoral students, especially Good Practice of Doctoral Studies. You can also find out more about course registration, recognition of prior learning, and related instructions and guidelines.

Regulations

Graduate Supervision

Graduate Supervision

Status and funding of doctoral students

Status and funding of doctoral students

Planning your studies and assessing your progress: individual study plan, progress review, defence procedure