Information on courses for exchange students in 2026-27 in Peppi. UEF offers a wide range of courses taught entirely in English. These courses are available to incoming exchange students and visiting students on both campuses, Joensuu and Kuopio. Exchange students may choose courses primarily from their own field of study, but also from related disciplines. […]
You can participate in short-term courses and summer or winter schools organised by Nordlys network partner universities in the Nordic Countries. Courses may be free of charge or have tuition or participation fees, depending on the organiser. Some courses require a nomination from UEF before you can apply. If the course you are interested in […]
Looking for company and a steady rhythm for your studies? Join the Study Buddies group and try out the Pomodoro technique – focused study intervals followed by short breaks. You can work on whatever is currently on your plate, whether it’s writing, reading, or other assignments. Who can join? The group is open to all UEF students on the […]
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 […]
As a degree student, you follow the same curriculum as Open University students. Courses may have several implementations, such as contact teaching and online teaching. As a degree student registered as present, you can freely choose which implementation to enrol in. This is free of charge for you. If you are registered as absent in your degree studies but wish […]
If substance use is something you are concerned about or if it is affecting your daily life, you can get support from the university. Substances refer to alcohol, drugs and medication used for intoxicating purposes. The university’s substance abuse programme is there to support you. Early intervention, guidance and access to help always come first. Do you need help? If you feel […]
Through the Nordplus programme, you can go on exchange to the Nordic Countries and the Baltic region. Some Nordic and Baltic universities are also available through Erasmus+ departmental agreements. The Nordplus programme includes: Below you will first find information about the Nordlys network, followed by details on the subject-specific networks. Nordlys network Through the Nordlys […]
What would it be like to build your degree from the offerings of ten European universities? Through the YUFE Alliance (Young Universities for the Future of Europe), you can take courses at partner universities, go on exchange, study languages, do volunteer work and develop your professional skills – online, at your home campus or on […]
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 […]
Ethical guidelines for studying As a university student, you are part of an academic community built on trust, equality and collaboration. You are expected to be committed to ethical conduct in all aspects of your studies. In practice, this means that you:• follow the principles of responsible conduct of research in all your academic work […]
