Incoming students

The Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre accepts exchange students in all degree programmes from institutions with whom EAMT has signed an Erasmus+ agreement or who are members of Nordplus thematic networks. 

Students interested in exchange studies at the EAMT should first contact the international relations office at their home institution. The prospective students must be nominated and selected by their sending institution.

  • Application process

    Application period is open. The application deadline is 15 April 2024.

    Applications need to be submitted via the EASY Mobility Online system

    The following documents need to be uploaded to your application:
    – Study plan
    – Motivation letter
    – Recordings of three pieces of music (necessary for instrument studies (e.g. youtube.com video links) or portfolio with scores and/or recordings (composers)
    – Curriculum Vitae
    – Certificate of previous studies issued by your home university
    – Transcript of records issued by your home university

    Academic Calendar

    Subject catalogue 2022/2023

    Internship applications should be sent to kadi.kallau@eamt.ee, latest on June 15.

  • Estonian Culture and Language for International Students

    The subject Estonian Culture and Language for International Students (3 ECTS) takes place in the autumn semester. Time and place will be announced in the timetable at the beginning of the semester.

    The aim of the subject is to create an opportunity for international students to assimilate more efficiently with the social and cultural space of Estonia. To achieve the goal the students will (1) learn the basics of Estonian language, (2) get a general look on Estonian history and culture, including national culture, (3) familiarise with local behavioural standards and more important traditions.

    A selection of themes that are approached:
    (1) Estonian culture in the context of European and World culture,
    (2) Estonian language in the family of European and World languages,
    (3) A brief overview of Estonian history,
    (4) Estonian nature, incl. most important nature monuments,
    (5) Estonian population – nationalities, languages, and religions,
    (6) Acquisition of elementary language skills for communicating with teachers and fellow students; understanding of simple written signs and announcements,
    (7) Estonian folk culture and runic song;
    (8) Estonian song festival culture,
    (9) Important Estonian cultural facilities,
    (10) Timing compliance and other European customs that are valued in Estonia.

  • Evaluation system

    A subject is considered passed after a positive result at a graded or pass/fail examination. The number of credit points awarded does not depend on the grade. Testing methods and assessment criteria are specified in the subject syllabus.

    Positive result
    Examination: A “excellent”; B “very good”; C “good”; D “satisfactory”; E “sufficient”
    Assessment: “passed” (P) / “arvestatud” (A)

    Negative result
    Examination: F “insufficient”; “not attended” (MI)
    Assessment: “not passed” (MA); “not attended” (MI)

    Evaluation results will be inserted in the Study Information System (ÕIS) by the lecturer of the subject or the chair of the examination panel. Students can view the results of their examinations/assessments under Student View in the Study Information System.

    NB! Please note that many subjects are assessed as Pass/Fail and it cannot be changed individually for students who need grades (A-F).

  • Accommodation

    There are several options for finding accommodation for your study period at the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre.

    Student Residence
    The Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre and the Estonian Art Academy have a dormitory, located in the city centre, less than 2 km from the main building of the EAMT.

    Muusa Majutus
    Address: Kuhlbarsi 1, Tallinn 10128

    Manager Andri Laaneloog
    Phone: + 372 59 181 442
    E-mail: info@yhikas.ee

    Please visit the webpage of Muusa Majutus for more information about the types of rooms, prices and registration.
    NB! The number of places in the dormitory is limited. In order to guarantee a place at the start of your studies, please make the reservation as soon as you have been officially accepted to study at the EAMT. For making a reservation, please register via the following link. In the form, please mark that you are a student of the EAMT. Questions about the dormitory should be sent directly to info@yhikas.ee
    Please note that the dormitory provides no towels, bed-linen, kitchen utensils or cleaning equipment.
    Check-in is possible only from Monday to Friday from 1 pm to 5 pm. At other times you must find accommodation initially at a hotel.

    Private Accommodation
    If you prefer private accommodation, you should start looking for housing offers as early as possible. Renting a flat for one semester may be complicated but not impossible.

    www.city24.ee Apartments for rent (from the owner)
    www.kv.ee Apartments for rent (without a broker)
    When searching for a flat on the sites please select:
    County: Harjumaa
    City: Tallinn

    City districts nearest to the Academy are
    Kesklinn: City Centre
    Vanalinn: Old Town
    Economically it is best to rent a shared flat together with other students. Prices can vary widely depending on the location, type and facilities offered. Be prepared to pay a deposit when signing a rental deal. Stay alert to avoid any scam cases!
    Please remember that EAMT assumes no legal or financial responsibility.

  • Contact

    Kädi Kallau (Erasmus+ within EU)
    kadi.kallau@eamt.ee
    +372 667 5760

    Hanneleen Pihlak (Erasmus+ ICM, Nordplus)
    hanneleen.pihlak@eamt.ee
    +372 667 5779