Eesti Diplomaatide Kool / Estonian School of Diplomacy

Eesti Diplomaatide Kool / Estonian School of Diplomacy Kõrgkoolijärgne täiendõpe "Rahvusvahelised suhted ja Euroopa integratsioon". Post-graduate 8 month training program "International Relations and Diplomacy".

Eesti Diplomaatide Kool (EDK) asutati 1990. aastal eesmärgiga koolitada personali uueneva välisministeeriumi tarbeks. Kümnendi keskel õppekava laiendati ning õppima võisid asuda rahvusvaheliste suhete huvilised ka väljaspoolt ministeeriumi. Tänaseks on EDK-l üle 800 vilistlase, kellest paljud on siirdunud Eesti välisteenistusse, pidanud/peavad suursaadiku ametit ning olnud edukad muudeski kõrgetes riigiametites. Lisaks riigiametitele on EDK lõpetajad olnud edukad ka uurimisasutustes, erasektoris ja mittetulundusühingutes.
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The Estonian School of Diplomacy (ESD) was established in 1990 with the aim to provide education that would ensure future competent personnel for the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Today the ESD has more than 700 graduates working in various fields of which most notable is the ministry of foreign affairs. Many graduates have been holding or are currently holding ambassadors post. In addition to Estonian foreign service, our graduates have been successful in other institutions both in public as well as private sector.

On October 7-8, 2026, as part of our ongoing project "Ukraine´s European Way" supported by ESTDEV - Estonian Centre for ...
09/10/2026

On October 7-8, 2026, as part of our ongoing project "Ukraine´s European Way" supported by ESTDEV - Estonian Centre for International Development and in cooperation with the Center for Professional Training of the Diplomatic Academy of Ukraine, we had the pleasure to help facilitate a two-day online course "Terrorism and Hybrid Warfare in the EU and its Neighbourhood: Contemporary Issues of International Security" by Tomas Jermalavicius, Head of Studies at International Centre for Defence and Security (ICDS).

Over the course of two days, participants examined the phenomena of terrorism and hybrid warfare in historical and modern contexts, as well as their place in the broader conceptual framework of insurgent activity and counteraction to it. Significant attention was paid to the nature, driving factors, and dynamics of various forms of terrorism and hybrid warfare, their manifestations in Europe and neighboring EU regions, as well as the growing interconnection between these types of threats and how EU and its partners try to navigate these challenges.
Дипломатична академія України імені Геннадія Удовенка при МЗС
ESTDEV - Estonian Centre for International Development

On October 5–6, 2026, we had the pleasure to help the Professional Training Center of the Diplomatic Academy of Ukraine ...
07/10/2026

On October 5–6, 2026, we had the pleasure to help the Professional Training Center of the Diplomatic Academy of Ukraine to hold a two-day online course by Mr Louis Wierenga on "Euro-Atlantic Cooperation and the Role of the United States in Transatlantic Security and Integration Processes," for Ukraine’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and central executive bodies.

The training addressed key developments in Euro-Atlantic security and the U.S. role in European defense. Discussions focused on the strategic impact of Russia’s war against Ukraine and the ongoing adaptation of NATO, the EU, the U.S., and European partners to emerging security challenges.

On 1–2 October, as part of our ongoing project "UKRAINE’S EUROPEAN WAY" supported by the Estonian Centre for Internation...
05/10/2026

On 1–2 October, as part of our ongoing project "UKRAINE’S EUROPEAN WAY" supported by the Estonian Centre for International Development (ESTDEV), we had the pleasure of assisting the Diplomatic Academy of Ukraine in hosting a two-day lecture series by Mr. Michael Roberts on "International Negotiations."

The lectures focused prominently on applying effective negotiation techniques within the context of Ukraine’s EU accession process and equipping diplomats and civil servants with the necessary skill set for these complex diplomatic engagements.
ESTDEV - Estonian Centre for International Development
Дипломатична академія України імені Геннадія Удовенка при МЗС

On 1–2 September, we had the pleasure of accommodating Mr. Javad Keypour´s two-day lecture sessions on "Energy and Clima...
02/09/2026

On 1–2 September, we had the pleasure of accommodating Mr. Javad Keypour´s two-day lecture sessions on "Energy and Climate Diplomacy" for Ukrainian diplomats and civil servants.
Delivered under the ESD project "Ukraine’s European Way"—in cooperation with the Diplomatic Academy of Ukraine, supported by ESTDEV (Estonian Centre for International Development)—the sessions examined among others the global trends and geopolitical influences actively shaping EU energy legislation, international climate initiatives and the global energy challenges that also influence Ukraine´s path forward.
Many thanks to Mr. Javad Keypour for his excellent lectures and expertise, to Diplomatic Academy of Ukraine and to ESTDEV - Estonian Centre for International Development for helping us to continue these important trainings and seminars.
ESTDEV - Estonian Centre for International Development
Дипломатична академія України імені Геннадія Удовенка при МЗС

Despite the escalation of Russian aggression in Ukraine, we are thankful that as part of our ongoing project "Ukraine’s ...
21/08/2026

Despite the escalation of Russian aggression in Ukraine, we are thankful that as part of our ongoing project "Ukraine’s European Way"—made possible by the Estonian Centre for International Development (ESTDEV), we managed to facilitate 4 days of lectures for diplomats and civil servants on International Humanitarian Law by Mr René Värk in the Diplomatic Academy of Ukraine in Kiev.

We are especially thankful for Mr Värk for his preparedness to go to Kiev and conduct his lectures on the very essential and polarising topics of justice and rules of warfare that Ukraine unfortunately is facing at the moment and will be facing for foreseeable future.
Many thanks to the Diplomatic Academy of Ukraine for receiving Mr Värk and also to ESTDEV for their support that helps us conduct these important activities.
ESTDEV - Estonian Centre for International Development Дипломатична академія України імені Геннадія Удовенка при МЗС

On 4 -5 August, as part of our ongoing project, "Ukraine’s European Way"—made possible by the Estonian Centre for Intern...
06/08/2026

On 4 -5 August, as part of our ongoing project, "Ukraine’s European Way"—made possible by the Estonian Centre for International Development (ESTDEV)—we had the pleasure to facilitate 2 days of informative and thought provoking online lectures by Ms Merle Maigre on the crucial topic of "Information Security" at the Diplomatic Academy of Ukraine, organized for diplomatic service employees and civil servants in the field of foreign relations and collaboration.

Thank you to Ms Merle Maigre for her expert insights and the Diplomatic Academy of Ukraine and all the participants for engaging in these essential discussions on how to tackle these emerging challenges and how to find solutions for the future in order to aid Ukraine's secure path forward. 🇪🇪🤝🇺🇦
ESTDEV - Estonian Centre for International Development

As part of our ongoing project, "Ukraine’s European Way"—made possible by the Estonian Centre for International Developm...
14/07/2026

As part of our ongoing project, "Ukraine’s European Way"—made possible by the Estonian Centre for International Development (ESTDEV)—we recently had the pleasure of facilitating two highly vital guest lectures at the Diplomatic Academy of Ukraine.
We were honored to feature invaluable insights from our experts:
Taavi Toom on the "Common Foreign, Security and Defence Policy of the EU"
Michael Roberts on the art of "International Negotiation"

Thank you to the Diplomatic Academy of Ukraine and all the participants for engaging in these essential discussions on Ukraine's path forward. 🇪🇪🤝🇺🇦
ESTDEV - Estonian Centre for International Development

07/07/2026

Estonian School of Diplomacy regrets to announce that it will not open an admission round for its postgraduate program in “International Relations and Diplomacy” for the upcoming 2026/2027 academic year. For future updates and developments please keep an eye on our social media and homepage announcements.

This week, we had the pleasure of hosting a study visit for a delegation of Ukrainian government officials and represent...
12/06/2026

This week, we had the pleasure of hosting a study visit for a delegation of Ukrainian government officials and representatives of the Diplomatic Academy of Ukraine in Tallinn, organised within the framework of the ongoing project “Ukraine’s European Way: Capacity Building of Ukrainian Officials and the Ukrainian Diplomatic Academy”, supported by the Estonian Centre for International Development.
Over the course of the week, participants explored Estonia’s experience in diplomacy, digital governance, and the European integration process. The programme included a visit to the
e-Estonia Briefing Centre and meetings with senior Estonian officials, including Ms. Erika Ellamaa Ots, the Director of the Department of Eastern Europe and Central Asia from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Marko Mihkelson, Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the Riigikogu, Ms. Ave Schank-Lukas, Head of the European Commission Representation in Estonia, as well as Ms. Ingrid Toonekurg and Ms. Mari Pedak from the e Governance Academy. The delegation also took part in a roundtable discussion with H.E. Volodymyr Boiechko, Ambassador of Ukraine to Estonia.
Participants engaged in thematic discussions on business diplomacy, defence industry cooperation, and energy, all viewed through the lens of Ukraine’s European integration. The visit concluded with an insightful lecture by Ambassador Taavi Toom on the role of public and digital diplomacy in the EU accession process.
This study visit strengthened professional ties, deepened understanding of Estonia’s EU accession experience and digital governance innovations, and contributed meaningfully to Ukraine’s ongoing European integration efforts.
Estonian Centre for International Development
Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs / Välisministeerium
Marko Mihkelson
E-Governance Academy
Embassy of Ukraine in the Republic of Estonia
Euroopa Komisjoni esindus Eestis

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