Joensuu campus The Joensuu campus is compact and easy to navigate, located right next to the city centre. Several campus buildings are situated along Yliopistokatu (University Street). The campus has over 9,000 degree students, making campus life lively. Numerous campus restaurants and cafés serve lunch and snacks. Some teaching facilities are located at the Joensuu […]
You will use several digital services and tools during your studies. On this page you will find a summary of the most important services and links to further instructions. Learning platforms and study tools Networks and Printing Exams and assessment Surveys and Interactive Tools Support and training When you need help using digital services:
The Education Regulations constitute the university’s degree regulations as referred to in Section 41 of the Universities Act (558/2009), approved by the UEF Board. The Education Regulations apply to degrees awarded and studies completed at the University of Eastern Finland, and where applicable, to other forms of education, including joint degrees. The Education Regulations also apply, […]
Are you an athlete aiming for the top? At the University of Eastern Finland, you can combine competitive sports with higher education. The sports academies operate on both the Joensuu and Kuopio campuses and are open to you regardless of your sport. Sports academies are collaborative networks that support athletes’ dual careers by enabling a smooth combination of […]
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 […]
What is a study module? Examples of study modules include basic studies, intermediate studies and advanced studies. The minimum scope required by the Government Decree on University Degrees is: How to request assessment and locking of a study module Once you have completed all the courses included in a study module, you can request its assessment and locking. At […]
The karonkka is a longstanding academic tradition. It is usually held on the evening of the defence day in honour of the opponent. As the person who has defended, you are the host – you are responsible for the arrangements, the event and the costs. The following describes a traditional academic karonkka. However, you are […]
Finalising the dissertation and agreeing on the public defence Once you have received permission to defend, it is time to finalise your dissertation for publication and agree on the arrangements for the public defence. Allow at least three months for the finalisation and publication process. Take this into account when planning the date of the […]
Finalising the dissertation for publication Once you have received permission to defend, finalise your dissertation manuscript for publication. Allow at least three months for the finalisation and publication process before your public defence. Agree with your principal supervisor on the opponent and the date of the public defence. Take the time needed for the publication […]
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 (login required). The webinar is in English. Please note! From 1 August 2025, pre-examiners must submit their statements […]
