Program Overview
The Information Technology Law at University of Tartu is a MA programme in Computer Science & IT over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of computer science & it. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Information Technology Law programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Estonia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 5.5
- Tuition: EUR 3,400 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Tartu, Estonia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Information Technology Law programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:
- Software Engineer / Developer
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- IT Project Manager
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cloud Solutions Architect
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Fundamentals of ICT (3 ECTS)
- Information Infrastructure And Architecture (3 ECTS)
- Introduction to Programming (3 ECTS)
- Information Security (3 ECTS)
- Public E-Services (3 ECTS)
- Privacy and Data Protection (3 ECTS)
- E-Commerce and IT-Contracts (3 ECTS)
- Legal Steps in IPR Intensive Enterprise Life Cycle (6 ECTS)
- IP Protection in the Field of Information Technology (3 ECTS)
- Cyber Defence and International Cyber Security (3 ECTS)
- ICT Litigation, Digital Evidence, Computer Forensics, and Cyber Crime (3 ECTS)
- Practical Training in IT Law (incl. TechStartup Legal Clinic and Simulations) (3 ECTS)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- General Admission Requirement: 4-year Bachelor\'s degree in Law (240 ECTS) or equivalent qualification
English Proficiency: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 3,400 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: EUR 3,400 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 5.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Tartu directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Tartu
University of Tartu
Tartu, Estonia
University of Tartu is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-03-18
- Start Date 2018-09-03
- Language English
- Duration 12 months