The doctoral dissertation must demonstrate that the doctoral candidate has an in-depth knowledge of their own field of research, related disciplines, and the general theory of science. It must also demonstrate the candidate’s ability to independently and critically apply research methods in their field, as well as the ability to independently produce new knowledge. The […]
Applying for permission to defend – submitting your dissertation for preliminary examination Once you and your doctoral supervisors have assessed that your dissertation is ready for examination, you can apply for permission to defend and submit your dissertation for preliminary examination. Please note that before submitting your dissertation for preliminary examination, you must complete an […]
The Faculty Council decides on the grade The Faculty Council decides on the grade for your dissertation based on the opponent’s statement. The opponent will submit a written statement on your dissertation and the public examination within two weeks of the public defence. The faculty administration will send the statement and any remarks to you […]
Applying for your degree Once your dissertation has been approved and you have completed all other studies required for the doctoral degree, you can apply for your degree. Complete the Application for a Doctoral Degree form (login required). The delivery time for the certificate is approximately three weeks from the date the application is received […]
You are entitled to high-quality supervision As a doctoral researcher, you are entitled to high-quality supervision that supports both your research process and your development as an independent researcher. Supervision should be expert, goal-oriented, and conducive to the progress of both your doctoral studies and your research. You are entitled to regular supervisory meetings, feedback, […]
Have you ever asked people to submit insects as research material, recorded dialect for researchers, or engaged in co-research in everyday life? Are you interested in this type of citizen science, or are you already experienced in it? The library is conducting this survey to explore the current state of citizen science and related service […]
Opening hours 1.6.–30.8.2026 Exceptions Midsummer The Kuopio Campus Library will be closed from 6 July to 26 July 2026. Regardless of which campus library you use, please note that during this closure, materials will not be transported between the Joensuu and Kuopio campus libraries. Please reserve the materials you need well in advance. Loan periods […]
vTransferring campuses within the Faculty of Science, Forestry, and Technology is possible no earlier than after the first semester of studies. Changing your major or campus is only possible during bachelor’s studies and can only be done once. You must have a valid study right during the application period and the following semester. The application […]
The university develops its operations based on feedback. Feedback can be either positive or critical. This form is intended as a general feedback form through which you can provide feedback on matters that do not naturally fall under other, more specifically targeted feedback forms. Please use this form to submit your feedback. UEF uses a variety […]
The Kamu online service for students has been reformed, and the new and improved website will be published on Wednesday, 20 May 2026. The address is the same as before: kamu.uef.fi/en. Kamu continues to bring together the instructions, tools and links to different services that are needed in the studies, but the website has been […]
