Digital tools If you wish to know more about the digital tools, please, familiarise yourself with Digistartti learning materials. Office and working utensils The university organises an office space as well as a computer with its IT-supplies and peripherals, and a phone for the members of staff. The IT contact persons of the departments are […]
A research grant means a fund provided for promoting work in the fields of art and science for a period from a month to three years. Grants can be also provided for participation in conferences and towards publication costs. Working grants given by foundations are usually rather equal in amount. Typical features: grants are awarded […]
Conducting doctoral studies is interesting and intriguing. It is also challenging, and an engagement of several years. Research may not proceed well, and funding may cease leading to a need to obtain another job. Therefore, it is important to proactively take care of your well being. The major stress factors according to an extensive (n=6000) […]
The right to pursue doctoral studies does not include funding, a contract of employment, or teaching tasks at the University. However, full-time doctoral researchers need funding to cover their living costs and potential research costs (travel costs, research materials, etc.). Funding options should be discussed with the supervisor when applying for a doctoral study right […]
Responsible conduct of research Responsible conduct of research forms a basis for all research activities. Responsible conduct of research means practicing integrity, meticulousness and accuracy in all phases of research, using ethically sustainable methods that fulfill scientific criteria, as well as respectful and responsible conduct towards other researchers. Responsible data management as well as openness […]
Supervisors In the beginning of doctoral studies, at least two supervisors will be appointed for every doctoral researcher. The supervisors are appointed by the Dean in the decision on admission to doctoral studies. The requirements for the supervisors vary among the faculties. Changing supervisors The supervisor can be replaced for a justified reason or additional […]
Visiting doctoral researchers can apply for a temporary study right from UEF using the Study Right of Visiting Doctoral Researchers form. The study right can be admitted to visiting foreign doctoral researchers, who already have a permission for doctoral studies in their home university. The study right of a visiting doctoral researcher does not allow […]
Research is mostly international in its nature, and it is useful to get to know the international research groups of your own field. You should negotiate potential research exchange with your supervisors. They can also help you find suitable contacts. Below you can find information about potential exchange programmes. Many foundations also award grants for […]
