Refine your search

Search Results: thesis

Turnitin [page]

Plagiarism detection tool The University of Eastern Finland uses an electronic plagiarism detection tool called Turnitin. Your teacher can add Turnitin onto a Moodle course. Instructions for students Test your work independently You can check your thesis or other written work through Turnitin before your final submission. The test course is called Opiskelijan Turnitin / […]

Frequently Asked Questions about Student Exchange [page]

On this page: Why is student exchange a good idea? Studying abroad gives you a broader perspective on your field of study and the chance to take courses that are not available at UEF. During your exchange, your language skills and intercultural communication skills will develop. You will make new friends, gain experiences and confidence, […]

Transcript of records and study certificate [page]

The studies you complete at the University of Eastern Finland are recorded in Peppi (the student information system) and will appear on your transcript of records. The transcript shows information such as your completed courses, grades and ECTS credits. Credits are shown only after the course has been completed and graded, which may take a […]

Education Regulations  [page]

The Education Regulations constitute the university’s degree regulations as referred to in Section 41 of the Universities Act (558/2009), approved by the UEF Board. The Education Regulations apply to degrees awarded and studies completed at the University of Eastern Finland, and where applicable, to other forms of education, including joint degrees. The Education Regulations also apply, […]

Processing of personal data and disclosure of information [page]

Processing of personal data at the University of Eastern Finland  The University processes your personal data for purposes such as managing your studies, communications and providing services. You have the right to know how your data is processed, and what rights you have.  Data protection at UEF  Visit UEF’s data protection pages to learn how the University processes […]

Data protection guidelines for students  [page]

Do you process personal data in your coursework or thesis?  If you collect information about people, for example through a survey, an interview or observation, you are likely processing personal data. In that case, you must comply with data protection legislation.  These guidelines will help you identify when and how data protection applies to your studies and guide you towards the […]

Assessment, registration and publication of study attainments  [page]

Assessment of study attainments  A study attainment refers to a course that you have completed with a passing grade. The scope of the completion is expressed in credits.  Assessment is always based on the learning outcomes of the course, as described in the curriculum. The grading scale specified for the course is used in the assessment.  The teacher in charge of […]

Maturity test [page]

The maturity test is a written assignment that is part of your degree and relates to your thesis. In a lower university degree (bachelor), the maturity test demonstrates your familiarity with the field of your thesis as well as your proficiency in Finnish or Swedish. In a higher university degree (master), the maturity test also […]

Completion methods  [page]

The completion methods for your courses are defined in the curriculum. You can find the curricula in the Peppi study guides. The completion method may be, for example, an examination, essay, assignment or seminar work – often a course combines several methods.  If distance learning is not mentioned in the course information, teaching takes place on campus.  Most common […]