ABOUT PROJECT
In today’s complex world the topic of graduate employability has become the center of many
academic studies and public discussion. Nowadays, the graduates face many difficulties due to
factors including fierce competition and skill gaps between the training they receive during
studies and the employers’ expectations. In addition, it is worth mentioning the lack of network
many graduates face upon graduation.
“Future Experts Meet Current Experts” is an initiative that is specifically designed to tackle the
issue of graduate employability in the Estonian context, with special attention to the
perspectives of students who have roots in various EU and non-EU countries. The team is
made up of vibrant, enthusiastic and fun-loving individuals from various bachelor’s and master’s
level programs at TLU. Project participants have one common passion: a deep interest in the
topic of graduate employability and a desire to get to the root cause of the problem based on
evidence and expertise. Our aim is to strengthen the connection between the university and the
labor market.
Ellina
I am studying English language and culture (BA) at Tallinn University. My hobbies are studying different languages, translating texts, writing poems and listening to music from various cultures. I have dedicated 12 years of my life to professional swimming, and now continue to maintain a healthy lifestyle by going to the gym. I am good at communicating with people and writing formal letters.
Jaroslav Bortsov
I am an Estonian photographer who has been doing photography for 8 years. In 2015, I graduated from the school of photography and since 2018, I have been a student of Baltic Film and Media University. I have had exhibitions in numerous countries including Estonia, Russia, Lithuania, France, and my pictures have also been used as magazine covers. Since 2019, I’ve been working on a Warner Bros. company movie
Salome Dzagnidze
I am from Georgia.I have been an institutional accreditation student reviewer as well as used to work in the area of quality assurance within the higher educational institution. I am interested in leadership and management of educational institutions, project management, educational innovation and policy. These interests are also the reasons behind my choice to come to Estonia and pursue an MA in Educational Innovation and Leadership.
Roman Tchurilov
I am studying Politics at Tallinn University. Specifically, I am interested in International Relations and Diplomacy. I was always fond of history and relations between states and people, which eventually led me to pursue these topics academically. In the future, I intend to use the acquired knowledge in working for the government or international organisations, although I am not excluding purely academic work. As a side interest, I study languages when it is possible.
Martina Fiabanova
I come from Slovakia. I have chosen to study a Masters Degree in Estonia, with a focus on Educational Innovation, because of the Estonian innovative approach to bringing change to schools and educational organizations. In my free time, I like to play sports, get close to nature, drink overpriced coffee with carrot cake and travel. I am very passionate about education and the potential it has for our society to learn, change and evolve.
Fatemeh Fadaei
I’m a Liberal Arts student at Tallinn University, originally from Iran, aiming to further my academic education hopefully in Psycholinguistics. I like analyzing languages, reading about literature, history, mythology, the lives of polymaths, among others. I casually do photography and like to travel every once in a while. I like to observe and learn from people of various cultures. I aspire to create content in my field and develop a new cultural education for the Iranian educational curriculum.
Ulaş Can Kılıç
I'm studying at BFM Audiovisual Media 3rd year. I have been filmmaking freelance even before I started to school, now I make even better films.
Maeesa Ayesha
I am from Bangladesh, with 7 years of experience in managing development and applied research projects in areas like sustainable development and LDC graduation. I have a BA in English Literature (summa cum laude) with a minor in Media & Communications and am currently pursuing an MA in Educational Innovation and Leadership at Tallinn University. I speak English, Bengali and French. I am also mom to an amazing 3-year-old, who keeps me on my toes 24/7!
Nikita Kurasov
I am an Audiovisual Media student in BFM Tallinn University. When I was 12, I started taking pictures of everything around me and when I grew up, eventually found myself in this industry and realized that I had been wanting to do this all my life. I have been doing freelance photography for a year, along with videography. I have participated in some bigger projects in Russia and Baltic countries, and believe that the only way to achieve unbelievable goals in life is to follow your heart!
Salome Khurtsidze
I am from Georgia. I have my first M.A degree in Education Administration and I selected Educational Innovation and Leadership (MA) at Tallinn University to deepen my knowledge, explore new practices and learn with/from others and after that, pursue a PhD career. I have the experience of working in local and international organizations. My interest fields are:education, psychology, coaching, scouting.
Mihhail Jevdokimov
I am from Estonia. I am a student of Political Science MA programme and I chose it because I like to study systems of governance, and analyse political activities, thoughts and behaviour. My hobbies include reading, traveling, debating and disc golf.
Yiğit Oğul Gökoğlu
I am from Turkey. Studying at BFM Audiovisual Media 3rd year. I am doing filmmaking since my childhood. At summer 2019 participated as a PA in Estonia in Christopher Nolan's movie