The University of Eastern Finland has insured you against accidents and certain damages during your studies. This page explains what the insurance covers, when it is valid and what to do if something happens. For health insurance information, check student health care-page. Accident insurance As a student, you have statutory accident insurance while studying (460/2015). The insurance is valid when you are […]
The campuses have assistive equipment and accessible workspaces to support your studies. Some equipment is available directly on campus, while other equipment can be obtained through Kela (Social Insurance Institution of Finland) or healthcare services. Check your equipment needs in advance Look into your assistive equipment needs well before your studies begin, so that the […]
You can eat affordably at participating campus restaurants thanks to the Kela meal subsidy. Here you will find instructions on how to get the discount, information about campus restaurants, and up-to-date lunch menus and prices. How to get an affordable lunch As a degree student, you are entitled to a meal subsidy from Kela (Social Insurance Institution of Finland) […]
You can fund your doctoral research in several ways: through a salaried doctoral researcher position, grants, or student financial aid. You can also pursue your doctoral degree alongside other employment. A study right for doctoral studies does not in itself include an employment relationship with the university, funding or teaching duties. Discuss funding opportunities with […]
If a health-related issue is affecting your studies, you do not have to cope with the situation alone. A student health meeting helps you find solutions so that you can continue or return to your studies. What is a student health meeting? A student health meeting is a confidential consultation where you, a university representative and a representative of the Finnish Student Health Service […]
Before your exchange: start planning Start planning your exchange by considering these questions: During the application process Remember that the final decision on accepting you as an exchange student is always made by the host university. Before your departure Practical preparations Registration and forms Orientation and health Kela and financial aid Travel and accommodation Final […]
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This page provides information about the costs of student exchange, mobility grants, and other funding opportunities. General information about exchange costs When you go on exchange through a UEF exchange programme or bilateral agreement, you do not need to pay tuition fees at the host university. However, you should be prepared for other costs, such […]
Congratulations on the completion of your studies! You have a new and exciting phase ahead of you. The information on this page will help you with the transition to working life, development of your expertise and job seeking after graduation. Towards working life You may have accumulated valuable work experience already during your studies, for […]
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 […]
