The karonkka is a longstanding academic tradition. It is usually held on the evening of the defence day in honour of the opponent. As the person who has defended, you are the host – you are responsible for the arrangements, the event and the costs. The following describes a traditional academic karonkka. However, you are […]
This guide describes the stages of the doctoral dissertation pre-examination process at the Philosophical Faculty and helps you prepare for them. You can also learn about the doctoral dissertation examination process by watching the recorded info webinar (login required). The webinar is in English. Please note! From 1 August 2025, pre-examiners must submit their statements […]
The doctoral dissertation is not graded and the doctoral degree is not awarded at the public defence. The dissertation is graded by the Faculty Council of the Philosophical Faculty at its meetings, which are held once a month. You can apply for the doctoral degree once your dissertation has been graded and you have completed […]
This page is for you if you are completing non-degree studies at the University of Eastern Finland. You are then a non-degree student. As a non-degree student, you cannot become a member of the Student Union, which means you are not entitled to student benefits. However, the Student Union may allow non-degree students from certain […]
ISYY, the Student Union of the University of Eastern Finland, looks after the students’ rights and interests. ISYY operates on both the Joensuu and Kuopio campuses. On this page you can find information on the following subjects: Bachelor’s and master’s degree students’ membership fee If you are a bachelor’s or master’s degree student, you are […]
Register for each of your active study rights every academic year — either as present or absent. You do this in the Oili registration service during the registration period. From OILI your registration status will transfer to Peppi, where you can always check your registration status under “attendance data”. Make sure you register for all […]
These instructions are for you if you have been admitted to the University of Eastern Finland (Bachelor’s or Master’s level) and you registered as absent for your first academic year (or for more years) due to a statutory reason, and you will start your studies after this absence period (for example, one year after you […]
NOTE! Citizens outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland studying in bachelor’s and master’s degree programmes are required to pay tuition fees. If you are required to pay tuition fee, you should pay the fee before you register as present for the next academic year. If you have questions regarding the tuition fee, contact your programme coordinator. These instructions […]
These registration instructions are for you if you are a new bachelor’s and master’s degree student starting your studies at UEF. If you are an exchange student, please see registration instructions for exchange students. The academic year runs from 1 August to 31 July. The autumn semester courses begin on 1 September 2026 and the […]
Your student card gives you access to a wide range of discounts and benefits during your studies. On this page, you will find out how to activate your card and what benefits are available to you. Who can get a student card? If you are studying for a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree and have registered […]
