Pallas University of Applied Sciences is the only higher education institution of applied arts in Estonia. Pallas provides studies in three focus areas (design, conservation/restoration and the arts), organised into eight curricula:

• photography
• conservation and restoration 
• painting 
• media and advertisement design
• interior product design 
• leather product design and technology 
• sculpture
• textile

Pallas's graduates are creative people equipped with strong practical skills as well as with theoretical knowledge and are qualified to enter the labour market or continue in Master’s studies. 

The official language of studies at Pallas UAS is Estonian and the standard period of study is 4 years. Secondary education (vocational secondary education is also acceptable) is a prerequisite for applying to Pallas. Graduates of non-Estonian-language secondary schools must submit a state examination certificate in Estonian as a second language or a certificate of proficiency in Estonian (B1).