All incoming exchange students and Bachelor’s and Master’s degree students will be provided with a student tutor who helps the new students with practical matters and adjusting into the Finnish student life and culture. The tutor should be What does a tutor do? The student tutor is a peer student who has volunteered for helping […]
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, […]
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 […]
Welcome as an Open University student! Here’s how you start your studies: Online learning environment
The university encourages all students to seek out traineeships and particularly supports students from minority backgrounds or with an immigrant background. You can receive individual support at every stage of the traineeship – from planning through to completion. If you need individual arrangements, agree on them with the employer before the traineeship begins. It is […]
In a career counselling session, you can discuss your questions confidentially with a career counsellor – whether they concern future plans, study choices or job seeking. The conversation always starts from your own needs. You can book a career counselling appointment at any stage of your studies and up to one year after graduation. What can you discuss in career guidance? For example, you can explore: […]
Peppi is the student register where you can manage the key aspects of your studies. In Peppi, you can: Log in to Peppi Log in to Peppi with your UEF account. Enter your username in the format [email protected]. Direct link to Peppi (requires logging in) Peppi user instructions You can find Peppi user instructions and […]
Practical training gives you an overall picture of your field and helps you identify what skills you already have and where you can still develop. During your traineeship, you gain experience of different work communities and workplace cultures. Many workplaces have unwritten rules and practices that are best understood through hands-on work. You will also […]
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, […]
This guide describes the stages of the doctoral dissertation pre-examination process at the Philosophical Faculty and helps you prepare for them. You can also learn about the doctoral dissertation examination process by watching the recorded info webinar (requires login). The webinar is in English. Please note! From 1 August 2025, pre-examiners must submit their statements […]
