About Estonia

There is one British Council test centre in Estonia's capital Tallinn. Besides the capital, there are no other IELTS test centres across the country.

IELTS data

Several universities in Estonia require IELTS as proof of English proficiency to enrol in an English-taught programme

• Lowest IELTS score required: 5.5
• Highest IELTS score required: 7.0
• Average IELTS score required: 6.0
• Number of universities accepting IELTS: 10
• Number of studies accepting IELTS: 80

Background of Estonia

Estonia, located in northern Europe, is a country of striking natural beauty and historical contrasts. A member of the EU and Eurozone since 2004 and 2011 respectively, it boasts a modern market economy and high per capita income. Known for its advanced e-solutions, flat-rate tax, and e-voting, Estonia is a role model for technological innovation, exemplified by the creation of Skype.

Beyond its tech-savvy reputation and low living costs, Estonia offers a close connection to nature, with four distinct seasons, vast forests, and over 1,000 islands and lakes. The country has a long tradition of high-quality higher education, with the first university established in 1632. Estonian universities offer over 150 recognized, English-taught degree programs at Bachelor, Master, and PhD levels, with internationally recognized diplomas and scholarship opportunities. These programs align with the European-wide Bologna Process, and initiatives like "Study in Estonia" promote its higher education abroad.

English requirements in Estonia

To study in English at one of the universities in Estonia you may need proof of English proficiency. There are several standardised English tests that you can take to prove your English level, such as the PTE (Pearson Test of English), TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), CAE (Cambridge Advanced English) and IELTS (International English Language Testing System), offered by British Council and IDP. IELTS is the most popular of these tests, with British Council offering more than 1,000 test locations and being accepted by more than 11,500 organisations worldwide.

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