Smart Start guides for students starting their studies in autumn 2026 For studies starting in autumn 2026, the new student’s programme-specific materials will be updated on this page at the end of June 2026. Bachelor’s Degree programmes Master’s Degree programmes
A study community is a communication channel for students in your department, unit, major subject or degree programme. It provides you with information specifically relevant to your studies. Where can you find study communities? Study communities operate within the Microsoft 365 environment. They can be either SharePoint workspaces or Viva Engage groups. You can access […]
At the University of Eastern Finland, curricula are generally prepared for three academic years at a time. When a curriculum changes, transitional rules help you continue your studies smoothly. Always check the transitional rules for your own subject – for example, in your study guide or your study community in Kamu. Transitional procedures are regulated at a general level in the […]
The Finnish Supervisory Agency (opens in a new tap) can grant you the right to practise a social welfare or health care profession as a licensed professional. Licensing applies to Bachelors of Science in Pharmacy, Masters of Science in Pharmacy, psychologists, dentists, physicians, nutritional therapists, social workers and speech therapists. You apply for licensing through […]
The Education Regulations constitute the university’s degree regulations as referred to in Section 41 of the Universities Act (558/2009), approved by the UEF Board. The Education Regulations apply to degrees awarded and studies completed at the University of Eastern Finland, and where applicable, to other forms of education, including joint degrees. The Education Regulations also apply, […]
If you want to terminate your studies entirely, you will apply for renouncing your study right. Suspending your studies means that you do not continue studying and do not earn credits. Renouncing your right to study If you are considering renouncing your study right, please note that this decision is permanent. Once you renounce your […]
At UEF, you will develop your language and communication skills as part of your degree. In Language Centre courses you will learn the skills you need during your studies and in working life, and give you tools to keep developing in the future. UEF Language Centre offers language and communication studies for all degree students, exchange students and staff members. Degree students For degree students (Bachelor, Master, and Doctoral), Language Centre offers courses in English and Finnish. Register for courses in Peppi […]
What is an equivalency certificate An equivalency certificate demonstrates that you have acquired the knowledge and skills corresponding to teacher education through means other than the studies included in the statutory qualification requirements. You typically need this certificate when you are applying for a teaching position or when you are applying for pedagogical studies for […]
Are you an athlete aiming for the top? At the University of Eastern Finland, you can combine competitive sports with higher education. The sports academies operate on both the Joensuu and Kuopio campuses and are open to you regardless of your sport. Sports academies are collaborative networks that support athletes’ dual careers by enabling a smooth combination of […]
Why would you need to apply for reinstating your study right? You need to apply to reinstating your study right (Bachelor’s, Master’s or doctoral student) if you have lost it for one of the following reasons: If more than a year has passed since your last registration If more than a year has passed since […]
