FAQs – Excellence in Analytical Chemistry

What makes the EACH programme stand out among the analytical chemistry master’s programmes offered in Europe?
The EACH programme offers the currently unique analytical chemistry programme delivered jointly by top educators in four European universities, providing the combination of (1) strong fundamentals, (2) advanced/emerging/interdisciplinary topics, (3) socio-economic and metrology/quality related aspects, as well as (4) a strongly job-market oriented approach.
Can all students enrolled in the EACH programme attend the EACH Winter School, and will the participation costs be covered by the EACH programme?
Yes, Winter School is an integrated part of the programme and is compulsory for enrolled students. The costs of all enrolled students will be covered by the EACH programme.
Am I eligible to apply for the EACH programme if I do not have my Bachelor’s diploma (or equivalent education certificate) at the time of application?
You can only apply with your most recent transcript of records (unfinished) when you are graduating in one of the member countries of the European Union, European Economic Area (EEA) or OECD or in Azerbaijan, Brazil, the Philippines, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Moldova, Serbia, Ukraine.
Certified copies and translations (if applicable) of your final official graduation documents must reach us by 30 June if you graduate abroad and by 10 July if you graduate in Estonia.
If you expect to graduate later or in a country which is not listed above, you cannot be admitted to the programme this year, but are welcome to apply for the next year.
Do I need to apply for scholarship (both the Erasmus Mundus and tuition-waiver scholarship) separately from the programme application?
No, application to the EACH programme also involves a scholarship application; there is no need to apply separately to the scholarships described on the website.
The language of instructions in my previous study level was English. Do I still need to submit an English language certificate?
English language requirement may only be waived if an applicant has studied in English (with English as medium of instruction) in full-time student status in a higher education institution in one of the following countries: USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Switzerland, UK or any of the EU/EEA member states. The English language requirement may also be waived if you have completed secondary education in English in one of the following countries: in EU/EEA member states, Switzerland, UK, USA, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand. In the case of EU/EEA member states, the education certificate must include information on the language of instruction.
If the country where you studied does not belong to this list, you are required to take one of the international English language tests (please find further information at https://each.ut.ee/EACH/admission-requirements/).
If I am admitted as a self-paying student (i.e. I receive neither the Erasmus Mundus nor the tuition-waiver scholarship), will there be a chance that I can get a scholarship if some student who has it, drops out?
No, there is no such possibility. If you are admitted as a self-paying student, you will have this status throughout your studies.
If I want to make sure I am eligible to apply, should I send my education certificates first by e-mail (to each@ut.ee) to find out whether I qualify for the programme?
No, please submit all relevant enclosures via the online application system. The programme administrators regularly check the online application system and give feedback on submitted applications. The sooner you send your application, the faster we can notify you if something is missing.
Whom should I contact if I fail to upload required documents to the online application system or I encounter problems I cannot fix?
Send an e-mail to the address each@ut.ee. Do not leave the application process to the last minute since the deadlines are strict, and we can help those who have acted well on time. Late or incomplete applications will not be processed.
What happens if I post (by snail-post) unsigned application form although it is required to have signature on my application form?
You are obliged to send the signed application form, so once you notice that or have been informed so by the EACH coordinator, print out the new application, sign it and send by post.
Where to send my application and required documents?
Student Admissions
University of Tartu
Ülikooli 18-132, Tartu 50090, ESTONIA.
When can I expect my letter of admission and will there be enough time to apply for a visa/residence permit?
Please see the planned schedule of notifications at the address: each.ut.ee/EACH/admission-requirements/.
We suggest that all applicants who require a visa to enter Estonia try to familiarise themselves with visa /residence permit application processes in advance: https://ut.ee/en/visainfo
When is the last date to submit the language test result?
The electronic result of the language test or the required document must be upload to DreamApply by the application deadline of the application period you apply for. See more information about the requirements and deadlines at each.ut.ee/EACH/admission-requirements/.
Is there a possibility to work during the EACH studies to earn money?
In the case of Tartu, the residence permit that you will get for Estonia will allow you to work. However, our experience with this is that it is difficult for an international student to find a job at Tartu. One obstacle is that foreign students, as a rule, do not speak Estonian, the other one is that most employers would like you to work full-time, which is not compatible with your studies. It is unfortunately impossible to predict how successful you will be with looking for a job. So, we strongly recommend that you do not count on earning money by working here.
In Uppsala the situation is similar. You are allowed to work. However, Uppsala University does not regularly employ students as teaching assistants or research assistants, which is common at, for example, American universities, nor do we have any specific work-study programmes for students. University departments might employ a few exceptionally talented students for research projects, but students should never count on being able to find a job at the university. Outside the university, it can also be difficult to find a job that pays enough to support yourself, especially if you do not speak Swedish. As the cost of employing someone is high in Sweden, many part-time jobs that may exist in other countries have also been replaced by machines or other technical solutions in Sweden. Finding part-time employment is especially difficult in Uppsala since Uppsala is a small town with a lot of students all looking for part-time jobs. You can find general information about working in Sweden here: https://sweden.se/work-business/working-in-sweden.
Uppsala University also offers career lectures and seminars in English, as well as feedback on your CV and cover letter from our Study and Career Counsellors; read about this here: https://www.uu.se/en/students/degrees-and-careers/careers-and-employment/.
In Åbo the student may get a salary for up to 6 months during the MSc thesis work (usually the second half of the second year). However, the possibility to receive such a salary depends essentially on the availability of funding and can therefore not be guaranteed.
The Lyon study track is different from the other two. It is closely linked to industry and a large part of the studies will be carried out at industry. During the time period that student spends at industry, the industry will pay a small salary (about 650 EUR/month) to the student (this is required by law in France).
Are there any other scholarship possibilities besides the EACH EU and Tuition Waiver scholarships?
There are some possibilities in all countries:
Estonia: see more here: https://each.ut.ee/EACH/tuition-fees-scholarships/.
Sweden: As a student or researcher at Uppsala University you have the opportunity to apply for scholarships each semester, both within the university and through the student unions and the student nations. Available scholarships are announced at the start of each semester and paid out at the end of the semester to the students who’ve received a scholarship. The application is done online. Most scholarships are awarded on merit rather than need, so having good grades from previous studies is beneficial. For more information on these scholarships, please visit our website: https://www.uu.se/en/admissions/scholarships/current_students/.
Finland: http://www.abo.fi/student/stipendier
France: Yes (see the previous question and answer). However, all of them are competition-based, and the level of success is difficult to predict.
What is the best way to get to Tartu from Tallinn airport?
Please see https://each.ut.ee/EACH/getting-to-and-around-in-tartu/
Where is the Chemicum, Physicum, Dormitory, etc.?
Please see https://each.ut.ee/EACH/getting-to-and-around-in-tartu/
In my country, the ECTS credit system is not used, and the grading system is different from Europe. How will my previous education be evaluated?
Indeed, there is a large number of different grading systems used in different countries, most of them not directly related to ECTS. At the same time, there are knowledgeable people at the UT admissions unit who manage the applications. They recalculate the credits and grades to a unified scale. They have been doing this for years and are very experienced. So, you do not need to worry about this issue.