Do you process personal data in your coursework or thesis? If you collect information about people, for example through a survey, an interview or observation, you are likely processing personal data. In that case, you must comply with data protection legislation. These guidelines will help you identify when and how data protection applies to your studies and guide you towards the […]
Welcome as a continuing professional education student Continuing education at the University of Eastern Finland develops your professional competence. Continuing education does not lead to a degree and does not entitle you to student social benefits. The training programme description includes the curriculum or content of the programme, the enrolment or application period, and any […]
Open University studies are mostly open to everyone. Some studies have a limited number of places, a separate application process or a specific registration period. Certain studies may require previous studies or other selection criteria. You will need the same study skills as for university studies in general, including a good command of Finnish. Studies often include literature in English, and […]
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 […]
Assessment of study attainments A study attainment refers to a course that you have completed with a passing grade. The scope of the completion is expressed in credits. Assessment is always based on the learning outcomes of the course, as described in the curriculum. The grading scale specified for the course is used in the assessment. If you want to discuss the […]
In cross-institutional studies, you complete courses at another Finnish higher education institution that has a cooperation agreement with your home institution. The cooperation usually covers specific courses and is available to students in specific fields. You can participate in cross-institutional studies when: Key concepts Outgoing UEF students: how to enrol in a course at another institution When studying at another institution, you […]
Examination dates and duration Examination dates, duration and format are determined by the curriculum. Each examination related to a course is held at least twice within one year of the start of teaching. You can find detailed examination schedules in Peppi. Register for an examination Register for an examination according to the instructions of the teacher in charge of […]
The maturity test is a written assignment that is part of your degree and relates to your thesis. In a lower university degree (bachelor), the maturity test demonstrates your familiarity with the field of your thesis as well as your proficiency in Finnish or Swedish. In a higher university degree (master), the maturity test also […]
The completion methods for your courses are defined in the curriculum. Courses can last for one semester or they may start and finish at any time of the semester. You can find the curricula in the Peppi study guides. Course descriptions describe the teaching methods and specify what a student must do in order to […]
Flexible study right (JOO) studies refer to the national flexible study right agreement, which allowed students to include minor subject studies from other Finnish universities in their degree. Finnish universities jointly decided to withdraw from the flexible study right agreement as of 1 January 2026. If you have already been granted a flexible study right, it remains valid until […]
