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The UT style guide aims to:

• help achieve consistency when writing in English on behalf of the UT or translating/editing UT-related texts;
• contribute to the professional feel of English-language UT communication.

Why?

Differently from Estonian, English has many (almost) equally acceptable "standards". Choosing and sticking to one convention leaves a better impression of the university's communication than interchangeable use of different conventions.  

The UT style guide does not intend to: 

• replace grammar books or usage reference materials, but refer to them as needed;
• regulate the language used for research publications. When writing academic articles, it is wise to follow the conventions of the particular journal (the style guide of the publisher);
• regulate the way the UT members use English in their personal communication. Alternatives to the “UT preferences” are most often also correct, but all authors are encouraged to take care of consistency and avoid mixing the spelling and grammar conventions and variety-dependent choice of words in their writing.