As a doctoral researcher, you are an important part of our university community. During your doctoral studies and research, you strengthen your expertise through various learning and work processes. In academia, the doctoral researcher phase is seen as the first career stage of researcher training. As the highest level of education, a doctoral degree prepares […]
We all have our own strengths when it comes to learning, and you can develop them during your studies. Concentrating, managing your time, reading or writing may sometimes feel like hard work, even when you are motivated. UEF supports your study skills in many ways, helping you find strategies that make your everyday studying easier. Challenges with learning do […]
This guide describes the steps of the preliminary examination process of the dissertation at the Faculty of Science, Forestry and Technology and helps you prepare for them. Your main supervisor will assist you with matters related to the examination process. If your main supervisor does not work at the University of Eastern Finland, your UEF supervisor is responsible for signing the forms and approving the plagiarism detection report. […]
You can apply to study at a foreign university outside UEF’s exchange programmes, as a so-called freemover or visiting student. This is a good option if, for example, UEF does not have an exchange agreement with the university you are interested in. Many students have found excellent study and traineeship placements independently. It is also […]
The European Union employs professionals from all fields across Europe. In the EU institutions, you can do varied and impactful work in an international environment – and build a long career during which you can move flexibly between different roles and institutions. Why an EU career? How to start an EU career Recruitment to EU institutions mainly takes place through the […]
Processing of personal data at the University of Eastern Finland The University processes your personal data for purposes such as managing your studies, communications and providing services. You have the right to know how your data is processed, and what rights you have. Data protection at UEF Visit UEF’s data protection pages to learn how the University processes […]
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 (requires login). The webinar is in English. Please note! From 1 August 2025, pre-examiners must submit their statements […]
When your thesis is complete, you submit it for review and grading following the process described below. This page explains what you need to do at each stage and how the process works. Important: You must be registered as present both when you submit your thesis for review and when the grade is awarded. The completion […]
