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 […]
If you are planning a traineeship abroad, the type of support depends on the location of your traineeship: Note: You cannot receive UEF international traineeship support and an Erasmus+ traineeship grant or other university funding (e.g. Finnish National Agency for Education traineeship support) at the same time. More information about traineeships during your studies. Who […]
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 […]
Self-study courses You can complete the self-study courses online at your own pace. Group exercises Project courses Mentoring programme Learn about the mentoring programme at the Talent Hub Eastern Finland website -> Get to know working life and employers in Eastern Finland.
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: […]
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 completion methods for your courses are defined in the curriculum. You can find the curricula in the Peppi study guides. The completion method may be, for example, an examination, essay, assignment or seminar work – often a course combines several methods. If distance learning is not mentioned in the course information, teaching takes place on campus. Most common […]
At the University of Eastern Finland, you can freely choose your minor subject from a wide range of subjects without a separate application. However, some fields have restrictions on minor subject rights, and in some degrees the minor subjects are predetermined or not included in the degree structure at all. Restricted minor subjects Not all minor subjects are freely available. Minor […]
Practical training Practical training during your studies is an excellent way to put what you have learned into practice, develop your professional skills, clarify your career plans and build networks with professionals in your field. Work experience in your own field – even a short period – is a significant advantage in the job market. […]
