Estonian Academy of Arts

Established in 1914, the Estonian Academy of Arts is the only public university in Estonia providing higher education in fine arts, design, architecture, media, visual studies, art history, and conservation. Currently there are more than 1,100 students enrolled in the Academy, with many participating in exchange programmes at international partner universities.

The Estonian Academy of Arts collaborates with more than a hundred top art, design, and architecture universities worldwide and belongs to several international higher education networks. 

This subject-specific exchange partner is suitable for students in the following subject area(s) only:

  • Art - Fine Art
  • Design – Jewellery/ Silversmithing/ Graphic Design

Teaching is available in English. Students should be able to take a full course load in English at this institution.


To help to budget and manage your money while studying at Estonian Academy of Arts there is some information on living expenses on the 'Study in Estonia' website.

Living costs


Estonian Academy of Arts publishes a general guide for incoming study exchange students with information on admission, living in Tallinn, welcome and accommodation.

Information for incoming exchange students


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