Deadline:
June 16, 2025
Program Starts: October 14, 2025
Program Ends: May 15, 2026
Location(s)
Estonia
Tõnismägi 2, 10119 Tallinn
Overview
Every year, the Estonian School of Diplomacy (ESD) provides a 8-month certificate programme on International Relations and Diplomacy. The study programme takes place at the Estonian School of Diplomacy in Tallinn, over two semesters, beginning in October and ending in May of the following year.
The programme for 2025/2026 academic year is available here. The academic year 2025/26 will start on 14 October 2025 and end on 15 May 2026.
Details
Studying at ESD
To date, ESD has more than 500 graduates, After their studies, they have gone on to international relations careers in government institutions, international organisations, non-governmental and civil society bodies, and the private sector. Many have become successful career diplomats and ambassadors. Our alumni network covers Estonia, the Eastern Partnership, countries, Central Asia, the Middle East, and beyond. Indeed, students frequently cite the diverse backgrounds of their classmates as a highlight of their experience, as it offers a more international and intercultural experience while widening students’ networks.
ESD provides its students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills that effectively prepare them for career advancement. The study programme is delivered by a number of distinguished experts and academics from Estonia and around the world, and consists of study visits–including to neighbouring countries–as well as lectures, seminars, and workshops.
The study programme consists of three modules:
- International Relations
- European Political and Economic Integration
- Diplomacy
Application Procedure
Application documents can be submitted:
- In person at the ESD office, Rävala pst 12,10143, Tallinn (please make an appointment in advance by calling +372 631 1051; or
- By using the Online Application System for non-scholarship position.
Deadline for applications is 16 June 2025.
After submitting the initial application documents, candidates will be invited to the second round – a short interview – at ESD. This year, the second round will take place by 19 June 2025 at the office of Estonian School of Diplomacy (Rävala pst 12, 4th floor). We will contact the applicants to agree the time of the interview.
All candidates will be informed by e-mail about the result of their application by 20 June 2025.
For further questions please contact us at edk@edk.edu.ee.
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
Students applying to the eight-month study programme on International Relations and Diplomacy at the Estonian School of Diplomacy (ESD) should have:
- An interest in international relations;
- At least a Bachelor’s or equivalent degree;
- Advanced knowledge of English in order to be able to participate actively in class discussions and to understand specialized texts.
- Knowledge of other languages and previous study of relevant topics are considered as an advantage;
Dates
Deadline: June 16, 2025
Program starts:
October 14, 2025
Program ends:
May 15, 2026
Program Starts: October 14, 2025
Program Ends: May 15, 2026
Cost/funding for participants
Scholarship covers:
- Tuition fee;
- Monthly allowance (450 EUR);
- Accommodation in Tallinn (incl. utilities and internet connection);
- Health insurance in Estonia during the studies;
- Cost of Schengen visa and Estonian residence permit;
- Scholarship does NOT cover the costs of travel to and from Tallinn.
Un-save Opportunity
Internships, scholarships, student conferences and competitions.
