Bachelor’s Graduation Ceremonies









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All ceremonies are broadcast live via the university's website and . The festivities can also be viewed on the tv screens inside the university building.

Most graduation ceremonies last 1,5 hours with the exception of Master's study programme ceremonies which last up to an hour.

All graduation ceremonies begin with the entrance of the Rector of Tallinn University or the Director of the School, followed by the academic staff and graduates. All ceremonies end with the student anthem "Gaudeamus".

During the graduations week, Tallinn University merch can be bought in the courtyard.

Contact:
Evelin Tabur
Events Coordinator
Training and Conference Centre
+372 640 9138
evelin.tabur@tlu.ee 

Graduation ceremonies schedule

The Ceremonies will take place 14–20 June. More information soon. 

17 June 2024

School of Educational Sciences

at 10 the graduation ceremony of the following bachelor's programmes of the School of Educational Sciences will take place:

  • Early Childhood Education
  • Special Education

at 12 the graduation ceremony of the following master's programmes of the School of Educational Sciences will take place:

  • Early Childhood Education
  • Special Education
  • Inclusive Education
  • Primary School Teacher

at 14 the graduation ceremony of the following bachelor's programmes of the School of Educational Sciences will take place:

  • Adult Education
  • Vocational Pedagogy
  • Youth Work
  • Education

at 16 the graduation ceremony of the following master's programmes of the School of Educational Sciences will take place:

  • Adult Education
  • Educational Leadership
  • Educational Innovation and Leadership
  • Educational Sciences
  • Vocational Teacher
  • Teacher of Several Subjects
  • Youth Work Management

18 June 2024

School of Humanities

at 10 the graduation ceremony of the following bachelor's programmes of the School of Humanities will take place:

  • Liberal Arts 

at 12 the graduation ceremony of the following master's programmes of the School of Humanities will take place

  • Anthropology
  • Estonian Studies
  • Literature, Visual and Film Studies

School of Natural Sciences and Health

at 16 the graduation ceremony of the following master's programme of the School of Natural Sciences and Health will take place

  • Well-being and Health (ENG)

19 June 2024

School of Governance, Law and Society

at 10 the graduation ceremony of the following bachelor's programmes of the School of Governance, Law and Society will take place:

  • Law
  • Liberal Arts in Social Sciences
  • Politics and Governance

at 14 the graduation ceremony of the following master's programmes of the School of Governance, Law and Society will take place:

  • Human Rights in the Digital Society
  • International Relations
  • Social Entrepreneurship

20 June 2024

School of Digital Technologies 

at 12 the graduation ceremony of the following master's programmes of School of Digital Technologies will take place:

  • Human-Computer Interaction
  • Digital Learning Games
  • Interaction Design
  • Open Society Technologies

Baltic Film, Media and Arts School

at 14 the graduation ceremony of the following master's programmes of the Baltic Film, Media and Arts School will take place:

  • Documentary Film
  • Screen Media and Innovation
  • Communication Management
  • Coreography
  • JMD Film Arts (Kino Eyes)
  • Art Teachers
  • Music Teachers
  • Contemporary Media

at 16 the graduation ceremony of the following bachelor's programmes of the Baltic Film, Media and Arts School will take place:

  • Journalism
  • Audio-Visual Media
  • Crossmedia

Information for the graduate

Dear graduate!

NB! Graduation ceremonies take place outside regardless of the weather. An under-roof area in front of the Nova building has been prepared for the graduates.

Congratulations on an important achievement! In order for the event to run smoothly, please familiarize yourself with the organization of the ceremony.

Graduation ceremonies take place in front of the Nova building, Narva mnt 27. Graduates and lecturers sit in front of Nova, in a covered area and guests in the courtyard square. At least 15 minutes before the start of the ceremony, we gather in front of the Vita building. In case of rainy weather, in the lobby of the Vita building. There you will be greeted by the institute's representative, who will give you instructions for lining up and storing your personal belongings (room V102) during the ceremony. The words of the student anthem "Gaudeamus" are displayed on the screen.

Handing over diplomas of bachelor's studies

  • Graduates walk in line to the designated graduate area in front of Nova, find a seat and stand in front of it.
  • Ceremony begins with the anthem of the Republic of Estonia.
  • Ceremony will be led by ceremony host.
  • The ceremony host says the name of the graduate, who goes to the director of the institute and receives a graduation diploma.
  • A flower is handed to the graduate.
  • The graduate gives a signature.
  • The graduate heads back to their seat.

Handing over diplomas of master's studies

  • Graduates walk in line to the designated graduate area in front of Nova, find a seat and stand in front of it.
  • Ceremony begins with the anthem of the Republic of Estonia.
  • Ceremony will be lead by ceremony host.
  • The ceremony host says the name of the graduate, who goes to the director of the institute and receives a graduation diploma.
  • The graduate is congratulated by the director of the academic unit.
  • A flower is handed to the graduate.
  • The graduate will sign.
  • The graduate heads back to their seat.

End of the ceremony and taking pictures

  • The ceremony ends with the student anthem "Gaudeamus", the words are displayed on the screen.
  • After singing "Gaudeamus", the graduates take their seats.
  • The ceremony host thanks the participants and invites the graduates to the Nova stairs for a photo session (graduates of each study program separately). When the picture is taken, the graduates move to the yard to receive congratulations and the next group of graduates is called.

Dress formal

Information for the congratulator

Dear family members and friends of the graduates!

We are waiting for you to congratulate your loved ones at the graduation ceremony of Tallinn University.

Graduation ceremonies take place in front of the Nova building in any weather, at Narva mnt 27. Graduates and lecturers sit in front of Nova, in a covered area. Guests in the courtyard square. The number of seats in the courtyard is limited, so be prepared to stand.

PS! There is no roof in the courtyard, so please dress according to the weather and bring an umbrella.

All graduation ceremonies will be broadcast live, which can be watched on our external website and on the YouTube channel of Tallinn University. In addition, the broadcast can be seen on campus TVs.

The duration of the ceremony is approximately 1.5 hours. Master's programmes one hour.

The ceremony begins with the entrance of the rector or director, teaching staff and graduates and ends with the student anthem "Gaudeamus". Stand up during entry. Congratulating the graduates will take place after the ceremony in the courtyard.

 

Photographers and ordering photos

Official photographers for the Graduation Ceremonies 2024 are Arno Mikkor, Aron Urb and Piret Räni.

Photos by Piret Räni (graduation ceremonies): 

Group photos: 

17.06.2024 at 10 â€“ School of Educational Sciences bachelor's programmes 
graduation ceremonie, photographer Arno Mikkor

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17.06.2024 at 12 â€“ School of Educational Sciences master's programmes 
graduation ceremonie, photographer Arno Mikkor

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17.06.2024 at 14 â€“ School of Educational Sciences bachelor's programmes 
graduation ceremonie, photographer Arno Mikkor

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17.06.2024 at 16 â€“ School of Educational Sciences master's programmes 
graduation ceremonie, photographer Arno Mikkor

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18.06.2024 at 10 â€“ School of Humanities
bachelor's programmes graduation ceremonie, photographer Arno Mikkor

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18.06.2024 at 12 â€“ School of Humanities master's programmes 
graduation ceremonie, photographer Arno Mikkor

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18.06.2024 at 14 â€“  School of Natural Sciences and Health
bachelor's programmes graduation ceremonie, photographer Arno Mikkor

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18.06.2024 at 16 â€“ School of Natural Sciences and Health
master's programmes graduation ceremonie, photographer Arno Mikkor

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19.06.2024 at 10 â€“ ühiskonnateaduste instituudi
bachelor's programmes graduation ceremonie, photographer Arno Mikkor

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19.06.2024 at 12 â€“School of Governance, Law and Society
bachelor's programmes graduation ceremonie, photographer Arno Mikkor

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19.06.2024 at 14 â€“ School of Governance, Law and Society master's programmes
graduation ceremonie, photographer Arno Mikkor

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20.06 .2024 at 10 â€“ School of Digital Technologies
bachelor's programmes graduation ceremonie, photographer Arno Mikkor

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20.06 .2024 at 12 â€“ School of Digital Technologies master's programmes
graduation ceremonie, photographer Arno Mikkor

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20.06 .2024 at 14 â€“ Baltic Film, Media and Arts School
master's programmes graduation ceremonie, photographer Arno Mikkor

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20.06 .2024 at 16 â€“ Baltic Film, Media and Arts School
bachelor's programmes graduation ceremonie, photographer Arno Mikkor

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20.06 .2024 at 18 â€“ Baltic Film, Media and Arts School
bachelor's programmes graduation ceremonie, photographer Arno Mikkor

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