Through the Erasmus+ programme, you can participate in short blended intensive courses (Blended Intensive Programmes, BIP) in Europe. BIP courses are individual courses organised by partner universities, consisting of a virtual component and a physical mobility period. You can apply for courses throughout the academic year. For information on short blended traineeships, visit the Erasmus+ […]
The doctoral dissertation is not graded and the doctoral degree is not awarded at the public examination. The dissertation is graded by the Faculty Council of the Faculty of Science, Forestry and Technology, or by the Vice Dean (Research) during the transition period between semesters. Opponent’s statement The opponent assesses the dissertation based on the faculty’s assessment criteria and […]
After the public examination, the opponent submits a statement on your dissertation, and you have the opportunity to submit a response to it. The faculty then decides on the approval and grade of your dissertation. After this, the Faculty Council or, between semesters, the Vice Dean (Research) will grade your dissertation. The Faculty shall provide […]
Effective from 1 August 2023 (Decision of the Academic Rector No. 16/2023) Who is entitled to individual study arrangements? You are entitled to individual study arrangements if you have a health-related reason that affects your studies. Grounds for arrangements include, for example: This applies to all UEF students — both degree students and Open University students. Arrangements are not granted on the basis of your […]
Ethical guidelines for studying As a university student, you are part of an academic community built on trust, equality and collaboration. You are expected to be committed to ethical conduct in all aspects of your studies. In practice, this means that you:• follow the principles of responsible conduct of research in all your academic work […]
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On this page, we have gathered frequently asked questions from Open university students. You can find information about topics such as registration, study rights, UEF username, study guidance, study practices and completing your studies. The content is divided into topics, so you may navigate directly into the topic that interests you. If you cannot find […]
On this page, you will find your faculty’s study guide, which contains the faculty’s regulations and instructions concerning its degree programmes. The study guides are updated annually and published by the end of July. You also have access to the study guide in Peppi (opens in a new tap), which supports you in planning your studies. When planning your studies […]
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, […]
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 […]
