Transition Studies - Semester Study Abroad Program
University of Tartu
 

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Program Terms • Fall • Spring • Academic Year Program Participants • Undergraduate (College) • Graduate (College) Subject Areas • Economics • Government • History - General • Humanities • International Relations • Liberal Arts • Political Science/Politics • Public Administration • Social Sciences • Sociology		Quick Look • Location: Tartu - Estonia • Language of Instruction: English • Academic Credit Available: Yes Overview The program focuses on transition in a broad sense, comparing and contrasting transition goals and dynamics in the European Union, Central and Eastern Europe, and Russia. The program is interdisciplinary, combining the perspectives of the social sciences, economics and law to analyze the region's quest for prosperity, security and identity. The program is structured around five core courses focusing on the Central and Eastern European transition experience (political, economic, social developments), the current restructuring of the European Union, as well as issues and dilemmas defining Russia's political and economic development. In order to provide program participants with first-hand experience of transition countries, the program also offers guided study trips. The program is taught by the faculty of Estonia's leading university, many of whom hold international degrees. Guest lecturers include transition experts and practitioners from Nordic countries, Baltic States and Russia. The program is specifically designed for undergraduate students from outside the region: all course-work is conducted in English, and no previous knowledge of the region is assumed. The program duration is 16 weeks. Students can take part in the programme either in Fall or in Spring. As we offer differents courses, students can stay for both semesters also. Coursework and Study Trips in academic year 2007/2008 We offer in the fall semester: - The European Union and the Challenge of Enlargement - 4CP/6 ECTS - Political Transition in Central and Eastern Europe - 4CP/6 ECTS - Economic Transition in Central and Eastern Europe - 4CP/6 ECTS - International Relations in the Cold War Era- 4CP/6 ECTS - Foreign Policy and Foreign Politics of the Russian Federation - Orientations and Actions- 4CP/6 ECTS - Challenges of security, modernization and transition in the EU neighbourhood countries - 3CP/4,5 ECTS - Study trip to Tallinn "Governing Estonia - from Hansa to the EU" - Study trip to Latvia "Riga - the Heart of Baltics - A City of Inspiration" We offer in the spring semester: - Nationalism and Nation-building - 4 CP/6 ECTS - International Relations in the Post-Cold War Era - 4 CP/6 ECTS - Political Discourse in Transition Countries - 4 CP/6 ECTS - Comparative Constitutional Law of Transition Countries - 4 CP/6 ECTS - Post-Soviet Transformation in Russia - 4 CP/6 ECTS - History of Russian Empire (1700-1917) - 4 CP/6 ECTS - Study trip to Narva "The easternmost point of the EU, Narva - the melting pot for nations and cultures" - Study trip to Russia "Pearls of North West Russia" Basic facts about the University of Tartu: Founded in 1632, the University of Tartu has almost 18 000 students and is famous for research-based education and lively student traditions. Estonia offers a unique perspective on the successful transition to democracy and recent accession to the EU. Tartu is Estonia’s second largest city, with 100 000 people, and is located 2.5 hours from the airport and sea port of Tallinn, with connections to major cities in Europe and Russia. English is spoken widely here, and with students making up one fifth of the population, Tartu is a true University town. Academic Credit Academic credit is available.  Each course is awarded a certain number of credits in European Credit Transfer System (ECTS). Eligibility Applicants must be graduates or currently enrolled at a higher education institution (college, university), min 19 years of age and in good academic standing. Housing/Accommodation • Dormitory Application for dormitory accommodation is sent with confirmation of addmission. All international students are accommodated in a students dorm that was built in 2002. Each block includes 3 double rooms and is equipped with bathroom and kitchen. Laundry machines, cafe, video rental are available in the dormitory building. Program Costs 1930 USD (1600 EUR) Costs Include:  The tuition fee covers expenses that relate to coursework and studying and does not cover housing costs, meals or other personal living expenses. Students are responsible for arranging their travel insurance as well. One month's rent at the university dormitory is about 80 EUR/month (about 100 USD) and around 250 EUR (about 300 USD) should be projected as minimal personal expenditure per month. Dates Program is available in autumn (late Aug - mid Jan) and spring (early Feb - mid June) semesters. Deadlines For Autumn: May 1 - non-EU applicants, June 1 - EU applicants, for Spring semester- Nov 1 Contact University of Tartu International Student Office Ülikooli 18 Tartu 50090 Estonia Tel: +372 737 6109 Fax: +372 737 5153 Email Send Email Web Visit Website
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