MSce-Governance Technologies and Services

Tallinn University of Technology
Estonia, Tallinn

School of Information Technologies Estonia, Akadeemia tee 15a, Tallinn, 12618

Study location	Estonia, Tallinn
Type	Postgraduate, full-time
Nominal duration	2 years (120 ECTS)
Study language	English
Awards	MSc (Master of Science in Engineering)
Course code	119657

Tuition fee	€6,000 per year Free for EU students Full tuition fee waivers available www.taltech.ee/e-governance
Application fee	€100 one-time The application fee is non-refundable! www.taltech.ee/apply

Tuition fee

€6,000 per year

Free for EU students

Full tuition fee waivers available
www.taltech.ee/e-governance

Application fee

€100 one-time

The application fee is non-refundable!
www.taltech.ee/apply

Entry qualification	Undergraduate diploma (or higher) Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in IT, ICT, Economics, Public Management, Law, Marketing, Business Administration, International Relations. In order to qualify for the studies in Tallinn University of Technology an applicant has to have at least 60% of the highest possible CGPA. The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English / Estonian. It is required to upload the official translations along with the original education documents to the online application system.

Entry qualification

Undergraduate diploma (or higher)

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in IT, ICT, Economics, Public Management, Law, Marketing, Business Administration, International Relations.

In order to qualify for the studies in Tallinn University of Technology an applicant has to have at least 60% of the highest possible CGPA.

The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English / Estonian.

It is required to upload the official translations along with the original education documents to the online application system.

Language requirements	English Proof of English may only be waived if a candidate has completed secondary or higher education taught fully in English in one of the following countries: EU/EEA member states, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand. If you have completed studies in English but not in the country named above, we ask you to present an internationally recognised test. IELTS (Academic)- a minimum overall grade of 6.0, with at least 5.5 in each component. TOEFL (iBT)- a minimum overall score 72, with at least 18 in reading, 17 in listening, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing component. Cambridge English- a minimum overall score 160, with 160 in each component. Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE A)- a minimum overall score 51, with at least 51 in each Communicative Skills component. This is for general information purposes only, for details please visit English Language requirements.

Language requirements

English

Proof of English may only be waived if a candidate has completed secondary or higher education taught fully in English in one of the following countries: EU/EEA member states, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand.
If you have completed studies in English but not in the country named above, we ask you to present an internationally recognised test.

IELTS (Academic)- a minimum overall grade of 6.0, with at least 5.5 in each component.
TOEFL (iBT)- a minimum overall score 72, with at least 18 in reading, 17 in listening, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing component.
Cambridge English- a minimum overall score 160, with 160 in each component.
Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE A)- a minimum overall score 51, with at least
51 in each Communicative Skills component.

This is for general information purposes only, for details please visit English Language requirements.

Other requirements	A motivation letter must be added to your application. For each programme you apply to, an individual motivation letter (statement of purpose) must be inserted. Please provide the following: clearly defined perspectives and motivation for developing the information society and e-government era; logical, analytical and comprehensive description of e-governance based on the country candidate chooses to take as an example; previous experiences in the field, practical work experience in public sector or with the technical solutions used in public sector; proposals for future master’s thesis topic in the field of e-governance/e-government technologies and/or services; description of some of the setbacks and failures that you have experienced at your work or academic environment, and how you have handled these situations; grammatically correct and fluent English. It is important to properly cite any sources (quotations, publications, ideas which are not your own etc.) used in your motivation letter because to do otherwise would be plagiarism and result in disqualification. Online interview During the interview the following aspects will be evaluated: - communication and presentation skills; - level of e-governance awareness; - motivation to complete selected study program as well as to contribute to the field by applying the acquired knowledge in future career; - analytical thinking and argumentation skills; - ability to work on concrete projects both in a team and individually. CV (Europass Format, in English) clearly stating previous educational and professional background, participation in trainings and publication list if any. Specific requirements for Non-EU applicants: Students who require a visa for entry to Estonia will have to apply separately for a Temporary Residence Permit for Study at the closest Estonian Embassy. Please find information about the terms of the Temporary Residence Permit for Study in Estonia on the website HERE

Other requirements

A motivation letter must be added to your application.

For each programme you apply to, an individual motivation letter (statement of purpose) must be inserted.

Please provide the following:

clearly defined perspectives and motivation for developing the information society and e-government era;
logical, analytical and comprehensive description of e-governance based on the country candidate chooses to take as an example;
previous experiences in the field, practical work experience in public sector or with the technical solutions used in public sector;
proposals for future master’s thesis topic in the field of e-governance/e-government technologies and/or services;
description of some of the setbacks and failures that you have experienced at your work or academic environment, and how you have handled these situations;
grammatically correct and fluent English.

It is important to properly cite any sources (quotations, publications, ideas which are not your own etc.) used in your motivation letter because to do otherwise would be plagiarism and result in disqualification.

Online interview
During the interview the following aspects will be evaluated:
- communication and presentation skills;
- level of e-governance awareness;
- motivation to complete selected study program as well as to contribute to the field by applying the acquired knowledge in future career;
- analytical thinking and argumentation skills;
- ability to work on concrete projects both in a team and individually.

CV (Europass Format, in English) clearly stating previous educational and professional background, participation in trainings and publication list if any.

Specific requirements for Non-EU applicants:

Students who require a visa for entry to Estonia will have to apply separately for a Temporary Residence Permit for Study at the closest Estonian Embassy. Please find information about the terms of the Temporary Residence Permit for Study in Estonia on the website HERE

More information	taltech.ee/e-governance

Overview

Estonia’s e-government and the country’s other innovative e-solutions have grown into one of Europe’s success stories of the last decade. TalTech has taken a leap into the future of e-Governance education. Largely focusing on IT solutions at governmental level, its interoperability between different faculties in the university is giving fundamental background also in other aspects (law, public management and economics) of government. The programme is especially important due to the fact that it is unique in Estonia and in Europe and the demand for the specialist with broad knowledge in e-governance is increasing tremendously.

Programme structure

The programme gives students broad knowledge on developing a modern state, its transition to e-governance and paperless management. Studies include a wide overview of administrative and legal aspects of e-governance.

What you can expect from this Master’s programme:

Experienced lectures
Access to world-class know-how
Hands-on collaboration with practitioners in the field

The 2 year (120 ECTS) curriculum comprises the following modules:

General studies (24 ECTS)
Core studies (24 ECTS)
Special studies:
- e-Governance Technologies and Services (42 ECTS)
Free choice courses (6 ECTS)
Graduation thesis (24 ECTS)

Career opportunities

The curriculum will help to prepare managers and specialists responsible for the development of e-Governance, who are able to comprehend the business processes and the management of public administration; and are familiar with the information systems and software development.

Giving students a broad knowledge about the transition to e-governance, its management and development, helps graduates to work as a public sector high-level officials whilst leading eGov projects by having also a wider overview of administrative and legal aspects of e-governance.

Master’s degree holders have the opportunity to continue their studies in the PhD programme.

Apply now! Fall semester 2020/21

Aug 31, 2020

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Application deadlines apply to citizens of: United States