You can apply for short-term exchanges at destinations outside of Europe. Short-term exchanges include summer and winter schools as well as other intensive and short courses at UEF’s partner universities. A short-term exchange means participating in a specific course or school – it cannot be a general short stay abroad. Short-term exchanges are open to […]
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UEF’s campus cities Joensuu and Kuopio are about two hours apart. Choose the city where your programme is based — commuting between the cities is not practical for daily studies. Student housing companies In Joensuu and Kuopio, student housing is provided by independent, non-profit student housing companies Joensuun Elli (Joensuu) and Kuopas (Kuopio). They are […]
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, […]
Follow updates on Viva Engage! Viva Engage is UEF’s shared communication platform. You can log in with your UEF credentials. There you will find up-to-date bulletins about student exchange and internationalisation opportunities. The most useful channels for you: See also: Employment contracts at UEF and student exchange If you have an employment contract at the […]
A traineeship abroad supports your studies and develops your professional skills for international careers. During a traineeship, you can gain work experience, explore the culture of the host country, build contacts and improve your language skills. The traineeship must be related to your major or minor subject. You arrange your traineeship placement yourself. Funding for […]
Erasmus+ traineeship gives you the opportunity to complete a traineeship abroad in Europe as part of your studies. You can apply for an Erasmus+ traineeship grant once you have a confirmed traineeship placement. The traineeship can be a voluntary or mandatory part of your degree. Discuss your traineeship plans with your departmental coordinator before you […]
Alumni study right If you have graduated from the University of Eastern Finland, you can develop your skills after graduation with a free alumni study right. The alumni study right allows you to complete individual courses and minor subject studies in accordance with the free minor subject right. You can activate your study right as soon as your graduation 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: […]
The university supports practical training by paying funding to employers. As a degree student, you are entitled to traineeship funding when your traineeship meets the conditions set by the university. Read more about the conditions: Instructions for practical training supported by the university, effective from 1 January 2024 (link). The purpose of traineeship funding is […]
