Kela financial aid for studies is available to Finnish citizens. Finanacial aid is available in the form of study grant, government guarantee for a student loan, and housing supplement. Visit the Kela website (opens in a new tab) for further information on financial aid for students.
Four different health care sectors Finnish student health service, FSHS Fnnish Student Health Service (opens in a new tab) (Ylioppilaiden terveydenhuoltosäätiö, YTHS) provides all Bachelor’s and Master’s degree students of the University of Eastern Finland, with preventive health care, medical care, mental health care, and dental care. Please note that FSHS offers NO emergency or […]
Practical Guide The Practical Guide for International Students contains all the necessary information that a new international student needs upon arrival. Programme-specific study catalogues With the programme-specific study catalogues you can search for available course implementations. You can use the programme-specific study catalogues without logging in.
The self-study facilities are available for quiet studying and group work. The university’s guidelines relating to safety and hygiene must be followed in all facilities. Access badge Access to the 24/7 self study facilities is with an access badge only. You can apply the Access badge by using this online form. If you already have […]
Getting the UEF user account You will need a UEF username during your studies at the university to gain access to the university’s network, student register Peppi, email and Microsoft 365 services, Moodle and the online services of the university library (new tab). Do not activate a new username, if you currently have or have […]
Study right and registration Forms in DOCX-format should be downloaded, filled in, printed and signed! Applying for an extension to the tuition waiver Students liable for tuition fees can apply for an extension to the tuition waiver when the duration of studies with the tuition waiver is about to expire, and the student has not […]
Effective study skills are an important element in achieving academic success. Studying at a Finnish university may differ considerably from studying in some other country, and international students may discover that they need to adapt their study habits to be able to meet the academic requirements. University Computing Skills (8031006, 2 CP) course helps you […]
Hi there new student! Are you looking for support to get your studies started? Would you like to learn new study skills to enhance your learning? What does it actually take to study at a Finnish university? Where to get help if you feel home sick or stressed? University Study Skills (8031003, 1 CP) The […]
This page is used to advertise training courses and groups that support student well-being, which are organised by the university or its partners for university students. On Joensuu campus: See what’s current on FSHS – Finnish Student Health Service Nyyti ry is an association that organises forums and discussions for online groups that focus on […]
What is a campus pastor? Campus pastors are assigned by the Church on campuses for students and staff. They act in the university community as experts in communality and the growth, changes, and learning of personal life. Activities of the campus pastor The campus pastors offer individual guidance by offering verbal aid for personal growth […]
