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We kindly ask all students to contact potential supervisors directly regarding a thesis topic of interest. Information about supervisors and their research areas can be found in the school’s contact section.

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Sample Topics from Previous Years (for inspiration)

For inspiration, you can explore the thesis topics proposed in 2024. Previously defended theses can be read in the UT Archive ADA environment:

Please note: These are sample topics meant to serve as inspiration when choosing your own thesis topic. It is always welcome if students propose their own topic

Companies and organisations offer students thesis topics that stem from practical problems and sector-specific development needs. When choosing a topic, the student must nevertheless find a supervisor within the faculty and confirm the topic's suitability with the curriculum and thesis requirements.

University of Tartu Centre for Entrepreneurship and Innovation — thesis topics 2026/2027

Contact: Tarmo Puolokainen: [email protected]
Explore the offered topics here

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When must the topic and supervisor selection be registered in Moodle.ee?
The relevant deadlines depend on the level of study and are listed in the academic calendar.

Where can i find Academic calendar, guidelines for written works, and other important documents?
All deadlines related to the thesis are listed in the academic calendar. You can find the academic calendar and the necessary study documents on the "studying" page. In addition, it is worth familiarising yourself with the documents that support thesis writing, such as the guidelines and template for written works, the lists of thesis topics, the guidelines for processing personal data, and the principles of supervisor–student cooperation.

PS: Some particularly important documents are:

  • Guidelines for thesis in the form of article
  • APA template

These can also be found on the Studying page, in the section “School of Economics and Business Administration documents”.

How to choose a supervisor?
Start by finding a suitable topic. Then look into which lecturer's or researcher's field of study best matches your topic, and contact them by email.

Can several students choose the same topic?
A thesis can also be written together with a fellow student. Writing several separate works on exactly the same topic within one academic year is not permitted.

What happens if I cannot find a supervisor?
If you have trouble finding a supervisor, contact the lecturer responsible for your thesis course.

How early should I contact the supervisor?
We recommend contacting the supervisor as early as possible, so that you have time to discuss the topic and start planning the work.

Can the thesis be written in cooperation with a company?
Yes, some theses are completed in cooperation with companies or organisations. In this case, the topic and the possibility of cooperation should be discussed with the supervisor.

Is the use of artificial intelligence allowed when writing a thesis?
Yes, artificial intelligence tools may be used in coursework and in preparing a thesis, but this must be done transparently and in accordance with the principles of academic integrity. AI-generated content must not be presented as your own original work, and where necessary, its use must be properly described in the work and cited according to the requirements of the field. Read more: Guidelines for the use of artificial intelligence in coursework.