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Objective of the The UT style guide aims to:… is 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 . Alternatives to the “UT preferences” are most often also correct, but avoiding the interchangeable use of different conventions might contribute to the professional feel of UT communication. The .

The UT style guide does not aim 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;
• change the way the UT members are using English in their personal communication. Alternatives to the “UT preferences” are most often also correct.