Overview

Learning Outcomes

has broad knowledge and systematic overview of sociological research fields, methods and theoretical perspectives;

is able to orient in scientific sociological literature, find necessary information, critically evaluate, analyse and synthesize information;

is able to plan and conduct professional international scientific and development activities based on the principles of ISA (International Sociological Association) code of ethics and to critically analyse and evaluate the results;

is able to participate in international professional and social discussion, present research findings and affect social decision-making processes;

is able to critically analyse the prevailing norms of society;

has competence to work as a researcher, lecturer and expert.

What are the Career Options After the Studies?

An internationally accredited doctoral diploma obtained in the Sociology programme of Tallinn University enables working as a researcher, teacher and top expert in Estonian, EU and international institutions at employment positions, which require a doctoral degree.

Programme Structure

Objectives of the Programme

to support developing of knowledge and skills to act as an independent professional expert;

to create conditions for independent academic work in teaching and research at universities or research institutions.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-18 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-19 00:00:00

Language

Partially taught in Estonian, Partially taught in English

TOEFL^® IBT

72

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Tallinn, Estonia

Disciplines

Sociology

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

72

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Admission exam is an interview on the subject of the project of thesis, assessment of publications of the candidate of doctoral study, assessment of the level of academic achievement of the candidate of doctoral study

Copy of a Bachelor’s degree certificate or certificate of a corresponding qualification + Transcript of Records/Academic Transcript

Copy of a Master’s degree certificate or certificate of a corresponding qualification + Transcript of Records

Copy of the identification page of passport

Proof of English language Proficiency

CV

Thesis proposal signed by the prospective supervisor

Copy of a Sworn Affidavit to Confirmation of Name if the applicant's name stated in his/her passport differs from the name on any of the other required documents

Applicants applying for adjustments to be made during the admission exams due to his/her physical or psycho-social special need must submit a copy of medical proof of this special need

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

PhD studies in Tallinn University are without tuition fees.

Living costs

Tallinn

Estonia

598 - 948 EUR / month

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Overview

Learning Outcomes

What are the Career Options After the Studies?

Programme Structure

Objectives of the Programme

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Tallinn

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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