Topic: studies

Academic freedom refers to the ability of students, teaching staff, and researchers to express their views freely and ensures the independence of universities. In Estonia, academic freedom remains high, but according to a recent report, it is declining worldwide.

On 1 December, the 106th anniversary of Estonia’s national university, 142 doctoral degrees were conferred.

Psychological counselling aims to support students in the case of problems arising during studies or in personal life.

A course representative is a student who voluntarily works for the wellbeing of their course, represents the course on relevant issues, and is committed to ensuring that the study period at Pärnu College is focused on acquiring higher education and fostering friendly interactions within the course.

The mentoring programme will be held again this autumn semester, welcoming students, alumni and university staff to apply until 23 September.

Once during their studies, students on the curriculum of Tourism and Hotel Management at Pärnu College have the chance to apply for participation at the EMCup, a cross-European competition for hotel schools. Our students have gained high-level competition and teamwork experience in front of top European hotel industry professionals, established contacts with other tourism schools, and found international internships and jobs through this grand event. The main focus of the competition is writing an academic article and presenting it in an elevator pitch format during the competition days, but there are also several other tasks before and after that guarantee stepping out of the comfort zone while combining effort with fun. In 2024, the team representing Estonia and the entire Baltic region was ForEST. Let's take a closer look at the team's impressions and thoughts!

Members of the College Student Council are the first to notice shortcomings or deficiencies in the study or campus environment of the University of Tartu Pärnu College. Comprising predominantly one-fifth of the college council, they are its voting members and can make proposals for changes.

Dear graduates, esteemed vice-dean, deputy mayor, dear colleagues, and all our friends and guests! A month ago, a study on future trends in national planning was completed at the University of Tartu. I recommend taking a look at it.

Would you like to stay connected with Tartu University Pärnu College even after graduation? Stay informed about events, updates, and developments happening at the college even after completing your studies? By joining the Tartu University Pärnu College Alumni List, you'll have the opportunity to be part of our alumni community.

The language learning hub, created to support the Estonian language learning of international staff, international students and students who speak Estonian as a foreign language.