Disinformation and Societal Resilience

Estonia, situated on the eastern border of the European Union, has faced challenges to its societal resilience due to information manipulations. The University of Tartu's master's programme in Disinformation and Societal Resilience provides a unique opportunity to learn from the country's efforts in combating disinformation. Through cutting-edge research in communication, law, psychology, sociology, data science, and regional studies, students will explore the impacts of disinformation and enhance societal resilience across Europe, Eurasia, and Central Asia.

Career opportunities

The programme prepares specialists to build and maintain societal resilience against disruptive processes in the information sphere. Graduates will be equipped to apply evidence-based strategies in strategic communication, policy analysis, cyber security, media and information literacy, and more. The Master of Arts in Social Sciences (Disinformation and Societal Resilience) opens doors to careers in public institutions, agencies, NGOs, and various emerging fields related to combating disinformation.