University of Tartu

The University of Tartu supports students with special needs upon their entry to university, participation in studies, and in relation to exams and tests, providing study materials as well as creating a suitable social and physical environment.

Further information – Counselling and advice for students with special needs

University of Tartu Counselling Centre offers psychological counselling. Services are offered in Estonian, English and Russian, and meetings can be either in person or online – you can mark your preferences when booking an appointment. Appointments can be made on rolling basis through an online form (link on the web-page of the Centre), up to 30 days in advance (new dates opening up every day).

If you feel that you are in a crisis and need immediate help, please turn to the Psychiatry Clinic of Tartu University Hospital offering emergency reception 24 h. Address: Raja str 31, phone: +372 731 8889

 

Additional services are available:

• Phone counselling: Eluliin.ee (in Estonian, English and Russian)
• Online counselling: Peaasi.ee (in Estonian and Russian)

University of Tartu Counselling Centre offers career and psychological counselling, advice regarding the organisation of studies, support for students with special needs, peer tutor training and supportive seminars to students of all levels.

University of Tartu Library offers guidelines and courses on research support and user training, including how to carry out information searches efficiently, how to use databases, and reference managers

The Centre for Academic Writing and Communication offers resources and support on developing writing and communication skills

There are several fitness opportunities in Tartu, including the University of Tartu Academic Sports Club, which offers access to a range of equipment, a sports hall, and a stadium, as well as for fitness classes. University of Tartu students can also attend group sport activities for free every Monday and Tuesday morning. Students can sign up online or at the Ujula 4 Sports Hall service desk.

Information on family doctors that speak foreign languages as well as information regarding whether they accept new patients can be found here: Health Care Services

Family doctor health line – medical counselling primarily intended to provide advice on minor health problems and guidance on first aid, available in Estonian and Russian for 24/7, in English daily from 15:00-17:00 – 1220

In case of CEERES students who stay in Tartu for one semester, it is possible to request an appointment without being registered to the doctor’s directory, or to turn to paid health services providers, such as Confido Raatuse Clinic, which offers paid health services to all clients, including national of foreign countries.

NB! International Students are not covered by Estonian Health Board, meaning that the use of medical services can require payment, compensation should be sought through the private medical insurance available to all CEERES students.

Tartu Welcome Centre: Overview of health services and contacts

The Study Abroad Centre staff are dedicated to advising international students on all issues related to their admission to, arrival in, and studying at the University of Tartu.

CEERES students can apply for housing in the Tartu Student Village for 1 semester (September- January). Dorms usually house two students per room, with 2-3 rooms sharing a kitchen and a bathroom.

If the student cannot or does not want to get a place in the student dorms, they can seek advice on how to find private housing through the Tartu Welcome Centre.

Any emergency (ambulance, rescue service, police) – 112
For non-emergency situations (information, tips), contact State Helpline – 1247