ACADEMIC YEAR 2026-2027 EXCHANGES STUDENT! Read this information first: Host universities and level of study The number at the end of the host university’s name refers to the level of study (degree level) for which there are placements, i.e., which students may apply. 1 = Bachelor, 2 = Master, 3 = Doctoral. This may impact […]
NOTE! Citizens outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland studying in bachelor’s and master’s degree programmes are required to pay tuition. If you are required to pay tuition, you must pay the next instalment of the fee before you can register as present for the next academic year. If you have questions regarding the tuition fee, contact your programme […]
General rules and regulations on study attainments, ways of completing studies, the evaluation of study attainments and reporting the results are set out in the University of Eastern Finland Education Regulations section 31. Course-specific examinations The students pre-register for each exam in Peppi during the course-specific exam registration period. The students should always attend the first possible […]
The university provides education during the autumn and spring semesters. Education has been divided into period and there are four periods per academic year. The official academic year starts on 1 August and ends on 31 July. Courses may include teaching over several periods. There may also be teaching outside the periods but never during the […]
ISYY is here to advocate UEF students’ rights and to provide services! The Student Union of the University of Eastern Finland (opens in a new tab), ISYY, is UEF students’ advocacy and service organisation. All Bachelor’s and Master’s degree students of UEF despite their study field are automatically required to join ISYY according to the […]
The campus cities Joensuu and Kuopio are about two hours from each other. This means that you should choose either of the cities where you live and complete the studies. It is not possible to commute between the cities. In Joensuu and Kuopio, student housing is provided by independent, non-profit student housing companies Joensuun Elli […]
Programme-specific study catalogues With the programme-specific study catalogues you can search for available course implementations. You can use the programme-specific study catalogues without logging in.
UEF Language Centre offers language and communication studies for undergraduate, postgraduate, and international exchange students as well as staff members. In Language Centre courses, you will learn versatile skills and knowledge that you will need during your studies and in working life. You will also gain tools to develop your skills further in the future. […]
Orientation for Autumn Semester 2026 These sessions are aimed for all the new international students (degree seeking students in the Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes and exchange students) who have been admitted at UEF for the Autumn Semester 2026. Pre-arrival webinar at 14-16 (Finnish time) on 10 JuneOrientation webinars at 12-17 (Finnish time) on 24 August […]
Practical training during studies is a great opportunity for students to apply their theoretical knowledge in practice, improve their professional skills, narrow down their career choices, and make direct contact with potential employers. Having work experience in your own discipline, no matter how brief the period of employment, gives you an advantage over others in […]
