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Why you should study International Law and Human Rights

Posted on June 10, 2021 by Aykut Özgürsoy

There are several questions that I have received since the beginning of my journey with regards to the International Law and Human Rights master’s programme at the University of Tartu. Hence, I decided to highlight some of the important aspects … Continue reading →

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Five myths about working as a freelance content creator

Posted on April 28, 2021 by Marju Himma-Kadakas

Young people tend to think that becoming an influencer or a freelance content creator is a way to easy living. Former journalism student and freelance content creator Keili Sükijainen shares some facts about her professional life, several of which may … Continue reading →

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How important is “web spinning” in science

Posted on August 7, 2020 by Tuul Sepp

Animal ecologist Tuul Sepp shares her experience on the importance of networking in science. Continue reading →

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My life story: 23 academic degrees and 239 gold medals

Posted on March 7, 2019 by Robert W. McGee

Robert W. McGee has earned 23 academic degrees throughout his life. One of them is from the University of Tartu. Continue reading →

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Five Life Lessons from Tartu

Posted on December 27, 2018 by Piotr Jan Pietrzak

Piotr Jan Pietrzak, a master’s graduate of the University of Tartu, shares five lessons that he learned in Tartu. Continue reading →

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From Silicon Valley to Tartu to Study and Build an IT Company

Posted on March 3, 2016 by Chris Willmore

Read how and why Chris Willmore quit his job at Yahoo! and came to Tartu. Continue reading →

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Six Myths Keeping Estonian Girls Out of IT

Posted on July 14, 2015 by Inga Külmoja

A study by University of Tartu researchers and Skype dispels six myths that keep women in Estonia out of IT. Continue reading →

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