This checklist outlines the steps you need to take before finishing your exchange period at the University of Eastern Finland and returning home. Important: Please do not leave your campus city before contacting International Mobility Services (Päivi Haltilahti in Joensuu or Kirsi Konttinen in Kuopio). Housing Documents Letter of Confirmation All exchange students require a Letter of Confirmation stating […]
Open University teaching is integrated, which means you study on the same courses as the university’s degree students. In other words, examinations are organised according to the schedules and guidelines of each academic subject. Examination formats may vary by subject. Check the examination instructions and schedules for your subject in the course details and in […]
Accessibility is about promoting equality. It means that services and contents should be easy for everyone to use and understand. In the online environment, this means making digital services as easy to use as possible. The accessibility of digital services applies to all public sector organizations and is governed by the EU Web Accessibility Directive […]
Plagiarism detection tool The University of Eastern Finland uses an electronic plagiarism detection tool called Turnitin. Your teacher can add Turnitin onto a Moodle course. Instructions for students Test your work independently You can check your thesis or other written work through Turnitin before your final submission. The test course is called Opiskelijan Turnitin / […]
What is Zoom? Zoom is a remote meeting software that allows you to participate in teaching and group work activities over the Internet. With Zoom, you can share your desktop, phone screen, webcam and audio. Zoom runs on Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS and Android (Zoom Workplace). Getting started and creating a meeting Registering a Zoom […]
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
You will use several digital services and tools during your studies. On this page you will find a summary of the most important services and links to further instructions. Learning platforms and study tools Networks and Printing Exams and assessment Surveys and Interactive Tools Support and training When you need help using digital services:
Learning environments Training programmes may use different learning environments (eLearn Moodle, DigiCampus) or conferencing software (Teams, Zoom). You will receive information and instructions about the learning environment to be used at the latest when the programme starts, either on the programme page or in the confirmation message. Not all programmes have a separate online learning […]
Looking to strengthen your IT skills for university studies? The University Computing Skills UEF course (8031006, 2 CP) helps you work effectively with text processing, spreadsheet and presentation software in the university environment. What you will learn on the University Computing Skills course The University Computing Skills course covers the following topics: After completing the […]
