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Important bulletin to students [article]

Dear University of Eastern Finland student, We sincerely hope that the transition to distance learning caused by the coronavirus situation has been a smooth one for you. Moreover, we look forward to seeing you back on campus, safe and sound, after the state of emergency eventually gets lifted in the future. The university’s facilities will […]

Oppari services during the UEF closure [article]

Even though UEF campus is now closed, Oppari continues to offer services in the digital domain. Don’t hesitate to contact us! You may reach us: by online chat (Mon-Fri 9:00-19:00, Sat 10:00-14:00) At the Oppari Teams site (sign with UEF account) (Mon-Fri 9:00-19:00, Sat 9:30-14:00) By Oppari email address: servicedesk@uef.fi By phone: (Mon-Fri 08:00-16:00): +358 […]

University of Eastern Finland closes its facilities and moves to online teaching and remote work [article]

The University of Eastern Finland will close its campuses and moves all teaching online, in accordance with the instructions issued by the Finnish Government on 16 March. All facilities of the University of Eastern Finland will be closed on Tuesday 17 March 2020. The Government has announced, in cooperation with the President of the Republic, […]

Studying and teaching arrangements, coronavirus situation [page]

Updated 15.9.2022 The foundation of all activities is to ensure that it is safe to work and study at the university. This calls for responsible behavior from us all. It is very important that you follow the guidelines and recommendations given by the university and the relevant authorities. The university is continuously monitoring the situation […]

University of Eastern Finland gives teachers authority over their teaching [article]

Due to the coronavirus situation, the Board of the University of Eastern Finland decided on 13 March 2020 that the UEF University Regulations will be temporarily amended so that teachers in charge of courses can decide on changes to the ways their courses are organised and evaluated. “By changing the way teaching and exams are […]

People returning from the epidemic area: study or work from home for 14 days [article]

The coronavirus situation has changed again. The epidemic area currently covers mainland China, Iran, South Korea and Italy, and now also Tyrol in Austria and the state of North Rhine-Westphalia in Germany. The epidemic areas are reassessed on a daily basis. Please see the website of the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) for […]

Study regulations (mainly revoked 31.12.2023) [page]

1 August 2022 I General Section 1. Scope of application of the Study Regulations Under Section 14 of the Universities Act (558/2009), the Board of the University of Eastern Finland has, on 14 December 2020, adopted the following Study Regulations which are applied at the university, alongside the provisions laid down in acts, decrees and […]

Student card and student benefits [page]

As a member of the Student Union (opens in a new tab), you are entitled to a student ID card and the benefits and services that come with it. ISYY, the Student Union of the University of Eastern Finland is responsible for looking out for the interests and rights of the university’s students. Ordering a […]

Personal study plan PSP [page]

The personal study plan, PSP, is a plan made by the student for the duration of his or her studies. The degree structure and the curriculum of your degree programme will serve as the foundation of your PSP. Your study coordinator or PSP counsellor will help you in making your personal study plan. The PSP […]

Visa and residence permit [page]

Passport In general, a foreign citizen must carry a valid passport in order to enter Finland. Finland is a Schengen country (the link opens up in a new tab) and usually the checks at the common borders have been abolished. But under special conditions the border check can be introduced. The Schengen Area consists of […]