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Wellbeing of doctoral researchers [page]

Conducting doctoral studies is interesting and intriguing. It is also challenging, and an engagement of several years. Research may not proceed well, and funding may cease leading to a need to obtain another job. Therefore, it is important to proactively take care of your well being. The major stress factors according to an extensive (n=6000) […]

Supervision of doctoral research [page]

Doctoral Supervisors In the beginning of doctoral studies, at least two supervisors will be appointed for every doctoral researcher. The supervisors are appointed by the Dean in the decision on admission to doctoral studies. The requirements for the supervisors vary among the faculties. The roles and responsibilities of doctoral supervisors and doctoral researchers The role […]

Other courses and training [page]

In addition to studies in individual doctoral programmes and transferable skills studies provided by the Researcher Training Services, you can take other courses and studies that are useful for your research and career. The university also offers various kinds of short-term training, which does earn you credit points. Courses on writing research funding applications There […]

Bulletins and guidelines [page]

On this page: 1.Employment contracts at UEF and student exchange (Updated 28 Feb 2025) The bulletin applies to students on all degree levels (bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral students). If the student has an employment contract at the University of Eastern Finland, the contract must end before the start of the exchange period. It is not […]

Stay active! – students’ wellbeing in summer [article]

Student Union ISYY organises this summer Stay Active! – students’ wellbeing in summertime -project with the funding from European Social Fund. Project is organised at Joensuu campus and online between 22.6.– 31.8.2020. The events are open to all UEF students. Students of the Kuopio campus can also participate in online events. The aim of the […]

Teaching, working and services on UEF’s campuses are being restored gradually over the summer and autumn [article]

The return of students to the university’s campuses will begin in August–September, when in-person teaching is prioritised for the university’s new students in particular. Approximately 200 courses will be delivered as in-person teaching in August–September, while paying close attention to safe use of the facilities. Most of the university’s teaching will, however, be offered online […]

Remember to apply for student financial aid and housing allowance (KELA announcement 9.6.2020) [article]

Were you granted a place of study? Remember to apply for student financial aid and housing allowance New students should apply for student financial aid and general housing allowance in time. Student financial aid and housing allowance are applied for on separate applications. New students can apply for student financial aid when the place of […]

Library, Oppari or IT Services? Who to contact when you have problems with programmes or connections? [article]

Library Cannot access article full text Cannot access an ebook Cannot login to UEF Primo Contact Oppari Assistance in sign Teams and Zoom Using Office apps Installing progammes Creating pdf files Contact IT Services (Tipa) Changing password VPN Contact  

Food assistance for students [article]

Higher education institutions operating in Joensuu and Kuopio have acknowledged that the coronavirus epidemic is placing some students in need of special assistance. The educational institutions have now joined forces, making donations to support their students. These donations are used to purchase food vouchers that will be distributed to students by parishes’ diaconal workers. Students […]

Student’s Mental Health Day 2020 [article]

Students’ Mental Health Day will be held on Thursday 23rd of April. This year, Nyyti ry’s campaign theme is friendship. Friends and social support have an important role in wellbeing, especially during exceptional times. Belonging to  a study community supports students’ mental health and progression of studies. #letsdosomething – together! Further information ISYY.fi Nyyti.fi: #Letsdosomethin […]