The campus cities Joensuu and Kuopio are about two hours from each other. This means that you should choose either of the cities where you live and complete the studies. It is not possible to commute between the cities. In Joensuu and Kuopio, student housing is provided by independent, non-profit student housing companies Joensuun Elli […]
The general emergency number is 112. Call this number only in life threatening-situations, such as a fire, a sudden illness or accident. Calls to this number are free of charge. When dialling the emergency number (112), you do not need an area code, not even when calling from a mobile phone. If your emergency requires the […]
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 […]
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 […]
Orientation for Autumn Semester 2026 These sessions are aimed for all the new international students (degree seeking students in the Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes and exchange students) who have been admitted at UEF for the Autumn Semester 2026. Pre-arrival webinar at 14-16 (Finnish time) on 10 JuneOrientation webinars at 12-17 (Finnish time) on 24 August […]
Career Services is there for you during the entire span of your studies in questions concerning your studies, career or the working life. We offer expert support, appointments for confidential discussion and job seeking advice. Check out our resources, join the courses, or book an appointment for discussion with a career counsellor! Career services for […]
Jobs, internships and appointments to UEF career counsellors in JobTeaser Job and internship offers for students and recent graduates can be found in the JobTeaser webservice. Students and staff members log into the JobTeaser UEF platform using their UEF credentials. You can continue using the service after graduation. JobTeaser is used in over 700 universities […]
Practical training during studies is a great opportunity for students to apply their theoretical knowledge in practice, improve their professional skills, narrow down their career choices, and make direct contact with potential employers. Having work experience in your own discipline, no matter how brief the period of employment, gives you an advantage over others in […]
This page covers frequently asked questions about student exchange. Questions have been grouped as follows: Why is student exchange a good idea? Studying abroad often gives a new and broader perspective to your own field of study and offers the chance to take courses not provided by your home university. The exchange period will improve […]
In our university, the main principle of minor subject studies is that the studies are offered to the student across faculty borders. However, there are restrictions to admittance, proficiency tests or entrance examinations in some subjects or study programmes that apply to students. These include studies in languages, psychology, medicine, pharmacy, teacher training (including the […]
