Wood processing industry is one of the key industries of the Republic of Estonia, its contribution to the employment and export in Estonia is remarkable. There is a continuous demand for engineers in the wood processing industry, which is increasing due to new small enterprises established in recent years. The objectives of the wood processing diploma studies programme are knowledge in the field of special engineering and general education, skills for making use of this knowledge and ethical values and principles of students.
Students can use modern labs to obtain practical skills and experience.
Training course is provided in the workshop belonging to the Chair of Wood Processing , equipped with industrial machines. The Chair of Wood Processing has close relations with Finnish, Swedish and German technical universities, so it is possible to take courses abroad during the final stage of the study. Those who wish to continue further can go on to study in the masters and doctoral programs.