6 Reasons to Study Engineering

See a problem and instantly start thinking “how could this be better?” That’s basically the engineer mindset.

It’s all about noticing changing needs and coming up with practical, real-world solutions. If you’ve ever wondered “Is engineering right for me?”, this might give you some food for thought.

Engineers are in high demand

Engineers are in high demand in Estonia and around the world. Companies need people who can think smart, see the big picture, and fix real-life problems.

To make sure you’ll have real job opportunities after graduating, we work closely with Estonian tech companies during your studies. This means your lecturer or lab instructor might be a practicing engineer from places like Milrem Robotics or Playtech. So you’re learning skills that actually matter.

You can work internationally

Engineers are needed all over the world, and an engineering degree from the University of Tartu is well respected internationally.

While studying here, you’ll already build contacts that can help you work abroad in the future.

It’s creative (and super satisfying)

If you enjoy problem-solving and spotting connections, engineering could be a great fit for you. But if you prefer tasks that are always clearly defined step by step, this might not be the best field for you.

Engineering isn’t just math and formulas. It’s a chance to design and build complex, useful solutions that people actually use in everyday life. There aren’t many jobs where you can see the results of your work so directly. When a finished solution is right in front of you and it solves a real problem, the feeling is incredibly satisfying.

For many engineers, that sense of pride and achievement lasts a lifetime.

Lots of options, never boring

Engineering is very diverse — robotics, electronics, software, hardware, space tech — you name it. Sometimes you’ll solve a problem in a single day, other times you might work on a large and complex system for months or even years.

That’s what keeps engineering interesting: it never gets boring and always offers new challenges and chances to grow.

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You learn by doing

You won’t just sit and listen. From the first semester, you’ll build robots, assemble computers and assemble computers from components — often in teams. Later on, you’ll learn how to design electronic circuit boards and create smart hardware systems. You’ll learn to think analytically and critically, be creative, and work well with others.

You can also hear what studying engineering and working in the field is really like from our students and alumni in our podcast.

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Engineers shape the future

Look around—everything you see has been created by engineers in one way or another, from a simple light bulb to complex machines and systems.

Engineers design, maintain, improve, and invent solutions for both new and existing problems. That’s what makes them essential when we’re looking for smart, sustainable, and future-focused solutions.

Can you study engineering at the University of Tartu?

Yes! Engineering is taught at the Institute of Technology through the bachelor’s program Computer Engineering, which combines software and hardware, engineering, robotics, electronics, and drones. At the master’s level, the program Computer Engineering and Robotics lets you specialize in computer engineering, robotics, or space technology.

The bachelor’s program includes a strong practical component, where you’ll solve real-world problems in areas like electronics, the Internet of Things, robotics, and smart materials.

You can read more about the courses and skills you’ll gain during the bachelor’s program here.

If you’re still in school, you can try engineering at events like engineering days, workshops, and Delta X, where you get hands-on experience with robotics, electronics, and 3D modeling. There are also special engineering days just for girls. For updates on the events, follow us on social media.

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