UT students newsletter
Useful information
Useful information about different events, workshops, lectures etc.
Available on 9 September.
New language model now available with University of Tartu account
All University of Tartu students can now use, free of charge, the AI-powered Copilot Chat which is now running on OpenAI’s latest model, GPT-5. The platform can be accessed conveniently and securely using a ut.ee account, ensuring data protection through Microsoft. The data entered is not used to train AI models. Read more about this versatile AI tool and find the guidelines and learning materials for using AI on the university homepage.
Join the University of Tartu programme “From Science to Business!” to develop your business idea
University of Tartu doctoral researchers are invited to three-minute thesis competition
On 22 October, doctoral researchers of the University of Tartu have an opportunity to introduce their research results to the public in the format of a three-minute short lecture. Registration for this popular-science competition taking place at the University of Tartu Library conference hall is open until 10 October. The top three in the competition will receive financial travel support for professional development. Read more.
A new elective course, Data Science and Digital Humanities, is now open
This course explores how to assess research questions and data sets in a wide variety ofHumanities fields using approaches in Data Science. Practical, data-based classes will introduce methods covering research and data from Archaeology, Literature, Linguistics, History, and Cultural Studies. We welcome humanities students interested in data science methodologies, as well as data science students interested in the humanities!
👩🎓The course is primarily suitable for master’s and doctoral level students.
🇬🇧The course is in English.
💻Learn more and register at SIS.
Library invites students to guided tours
The UT library invites both first-year and returning students to join guided tours introducing the building and its services. Short tours take place every weekday at 16:00, no registration is required. Read more.
UT Jog starts
UT Jog is a free community running club initiated by the University of Tartu Academic Sports Club. Its aim is to bring together the University of Tartu family for friendly, non-competitive jogging. Group runs take place once a week all year round in the city of Tartu. Each jog lasts about 30–35 minutes and is done at an easy pace (approx. 6:30–7:30 min/km).
For whom?
For all University of Tartu employees and students who want to move. TÜ Sörk community runs are not focused on race results.
Our core values are:
– the joy of movement in a community
– supporting the health of employees and students
– building new connections among university members
Sport brings people together!
How much does it cost?
TÜ Sörk group runs are FREE for everyone!
When?
The first TÜ Sörk will take place on 11.09.2025 at 18:30 in front of the University of Tartu Academic Sports Club (Ujula 4). After the jog, participants can recharge with For Me drinks, and prizes will be raffled among everyone!
Bring a friend and come jogging!
International mixed choir Ziemeļu balsis invites you to sing
Ziemeļu balsis operates in two cities – Tartu and Tallinn. Read more about the choir and register via Google Forms.
National Contest for University Students
The contest is open for all students studying in Estonia (including foreign students studying in Estonia) and Estonian citizens studying abroad. Research papers can be submitted on all university levels: applied higher education and bachelor’s studies; master’s studies; doctoral studies. The award fund is over 200 thousand Euros. Apply by 15 September. Read more.
Nominate candidates for honorary decorations until 20 September
All university members are invited to nominate candidates who deserve to be awarded the university’s honorary decoration for their outstanding achievements. Nominations can be submitted via the web form until 20 September. Read more.
New course: Practice Sport for Health Benefits
Looking for physical activity that doesn’t compete with your studies but supports them instead? The newly opened course “Practice Sport for Health Benefits” (KKSP.00.026) offers a flexible and practical way to combine exercise, well-being, and learning.
- FREE training opportunity – use the university sports halls or join classes at no extra cost.
- Choose your own form of exercise – individual workouts, group classes, ball games, gym, and more.
- Support your mental and physical well-being – physical activity helps reduce stress and improve focus.
- Value flexibility – train at your own pace and according to your interests.
- Earn 3 ECTS credits – pass/fail assessment.
The MOOC “Ukraine: The European Frontier”
The third run with updated literature covers Ukrainian history, identity, culture, society, politics, resistance in the war, European integration, digital transformation, and prospects for the future alike. The course content is in English, is available for free on the University of Tartu educational platform and offers a digital certificate upon successful completion. The course starts on 1 September, registration is open until 21 September.
E-sports tournament TipiLAN
TipiLAN is a LAN party that brings together hundreds of gaming enthusiasts to test their skills in popular video games. Estonia’s largest student-organised gaming competition will take place on 24–26 October at TalTech’s main building. The main tournaments are CS2 and League of Legends, with additional mini-tournaments such as SimRacing, FIFA, Tekken, and more. The event’s prize pool is €10,000.
Anyone over the age of 16 who wants to challenge their teamwork and gaming skills with friends is welcome to participate. Each team consists of 5 (+1) members.
Student-friendly ticket discount code: LAN_WIZARD_10
Registration closes on 24 September.
Tickets are available on Fienta.
