Young Australians with Estonian heritage have an exciting opportunity to attend a week-long Summer School in Estonia this August – with local expenses covered. Applications close 5 May 2025.
The Estonian Institute of Historical Memory is inviting high school and undergraduate students to apply for a five-day summer school in Estonia, running from 3 to 8 August 2025. The program combines history, cultural exploration and the chance to meet other young people from around the world who share Estonian ancestry.
Applications are open until 5 May 2025.
A program rich in history and culture
The Summer School offers participants the chance to learn about Estonia’s complex 20th-century history through lectures, workshops and guided visits to significant historical and cultural sites. The program begins and ends in Tallinn, with trips to Tartu and Viljandi, allowing students to explore a range of locations across the country.
Highlights of the itinerary include visits to the Estonian National Museum, the Memorial to the Victims of Communism, the Ennuksemäe Forest Brothers’ bunker, and guided tours of Tallinn’s Old Town. Students will also have the opportunity to meet representatives from Estonia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and enjoy a private tour of the historic Estonian Knighthood House.
All activities will be conducted in English and are designed to be engaging and interactive, helping participants to gain a deeper understanding of Estonia’s history and culture.
Travel costs covered within Estonia
One of the key advantages of the Summer School is that all local expenses – including accommodation, meals, transport and guided tours – are covered by the organisers. Students are responsible only for arranging and funding their travel to and from Tallinn.
Who can apply?
The Summer School is open to high school and university students with Estonian heritage. Applicants must submit their application by 5 May 2025 at 11:59 PM Estonian time.
Successful candidates will be notified by 12 May 2025.
Read more
More information and the application form are available here on the Estonian Institute of Historical Memory homepage:
🔗 https://mnemosyne.ee/call-for-applications-2025-summer-school-for-students-with-estonian-roots/
For any questions, contact the organisers at konkurss[at]mnemosyne.ee
