Overview
Across the globe, there are millions of people who can speak English, but only one million speak Estonian. The language is part of the Finno-Ugric group, related to Finnish and Hungarian.
Tallinn University’s summer course in Estonian Language and Culture offers an opportunity to study an unusual and entrancing language, all amongst the backdrop of a well-preserved medieval city.
Why this course?
- You can be one of the few people capable of speaking a very unique language, spoken natively by only about 1.1 million people.
- The course has a long history, as the first Estonian language summer school took place in the beginning of 1990s.
- You will be able to find out if Estonian language is really one of the hardest languages to learn or it’s just a myth.
Programme Structure
The course will foster skills at the following levels:- Beginner – students will develop basic Estonian communication skills and master day-to-day conversation. The course programme includes pronunciation practice, listening comprehension and easy communication.
- Intermediate – students will further develop their speaking, listening, reading, writing and grammar skills. The students should be familiar with basic Estonian structures. The course programme includes activities on various everyday-life situations.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 19 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Tallinn, Estonia
Disciplines
Language Studies View 16 other Short Courses in Language Studies in EstoniaWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- The course is suitable for students of all levels of competence in the Estonian language, from complete beginners with no practical experience to conversationally capable speakers.
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Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents600 EUR / full≈ 600 EUR / full -
EU/EEA Applies to you
Applies to youEU/EEA Nationals600 EUR / full≈ 600 EUR / full
Additional Details
- Early-Bird Fee: 550€
Living costs
Tallinn
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.