During your exchange, you will complete courses offered by the host university. After the exchange, your studies will be included in your degree at UEF based on the transcript of records issued by the host university. For more information about the credit transfer process, see Including exchange studies into your degree. Course offerings for exchange […]
Please read the following information before browsing the list of exchange destinations. Exchange destinations and degree level The number after each host university’s name indicates which degree level the placement is intended for: 1 = bachelor’s level2 = master’s level3 = doctoral level The degree level may affect which courses are available to you at […]
At UEF, student exchange takes place through several different exchange programmes. Host countries and universities vary between programmes: some agreements are made at the subject or departmental level, while others are university-wide. Some fields of study may have a more limited range of exchange options – so be flexible when considering your choices! Good to […]
This page gives you an overview of how the exchange process works, step by step. Make sure to read the detailed instructions carefully before starting your application – you can find additional guidance in Kamu on the General instructions for applying page. These instructions primarily describe the process for long-term exchanges (one semester or a […]
As a student at the University of Eastern Finland, you have the opportunity to go on an exchange through many different routes. There are different lengths of exchange periods – here you will find information on what is meant by “long” and “short” exchanges! Long-term exchanges in general A long exchange lasts one semester or […]
This checklist outlines the steps you need to take before finishing your exchange period at the University of Eastern Finland and returning home. Important: Please do not leave your campus city before contacting International Mobility Services (Päivi Haltilahti in Joensuu or Kirsi Konttinen in Kuopio). Housing Documents Letter of Confirmation All exchange students require a Letter of Confirmation stating […]
Information on courses for exchange students in 2026-27 in Peppi. UEF offers a wide range of courses taught entirely in English. These courses are available to incoming exchange students and visiting students on both campuses, Joensuu and Kuopio. Exchange students may choose courses primarily from their own field of study, but also from related disciplines. […]
You can participate in short-term courses and summer or winter schools organised by Nordlys network partner universities in the Nordic Countries. Courses may be free of charge or have tuition or participation fees, depending on the organiser. Some courses require a nomination from UEF before you can apply. If the course you are interested in […]
If you are studying in a bachelor’s or master’s programme at UEF, you can use the study psychologist services. There are three study psychologists at the University of Eastern Finland who support your wellbeing and help your studies progress smoothly. Study psychologists are licensed psychologists, and all conversations with them are confidential and free of charge. At […]
As a degree student, you follow the same curriculum as Open University students. Courses may have several implementations, such as contact teaching and online teaching. As a degree student registered as present, you can freely choose which implementation to enrol in. This is free of charge for you. If you are registered as absent in your degree studies but wish […]
