Sometimes you may notice that a fellow student does not seem to be doing well, is behaving unusually, or is going through a difficult period. You do not have to deal with these concerns alone, and you do not have to take responsibility for someone else’s problems. On this page, you will find guidance and practical tips on […]
If a health-related issue is affecting your studies, you do not have to cope with the situation alone. A student health meeting helps you find solutions so that you can continue or return to your studies. What is a student health meeting at UEF? A student health meeting at UEF is a confidential meeting where you, a university representative and […]
This page contains detailed application instructions related to individual study arrangements. Application attachments Attach a document to your application that demonstrates your need for individual study arrangements: Grounds for application Accepted attachments Disability or illness Medical certificate or Kanta document Reading, writing or learning difficulty Statement from a special education teacher, psychologist, speech therapist or doctor Dyslexia (Matriculation Examination Board decision) The decision of the Matriculation Examination Board provided it specifies the support […]
This page contains instructions for completing your exchange application in the SoleMOVE system. For general instructions about applying, selection criteria, and attachments, see General instructions for applying. Before you start Employment contract at UEF: If you have or have had an employment contract at UEF (e.g. traineeship, research assistant), log in to SoleMOVE with your […]
Before your exchange: start planning Start planning your exchange by considering these questions: During the application process Remember that the final decision on accepting you as an exchange student is always made by the host university. Before your departure Practical preparations Registration and forms Orientation and health Kela and financial aid Travel and accommodation Final […]
What is EXAM? The University of Eastern Finland uses the EXAM electronic exam system for electronic exams. You can take exams at your own convenience during the examination period set by the lecturer. Exam rooms are available on both the Joensuu and Kuopio campuses. You can book your exam time up to 30 days before […]
The post-doctoral party (in Finnish: “karonkka”) is an old academic tradition. It is usually held in the evening after the public examination in honour of the opponent. As the host, you are responsible for the arrangements, the event and the costs. Below is a description of a traditional academic post-doctoral party. However, you are free […]
The Student Union of the University of Eastern Finland (ISYY) is the advocacy and service organisation for UEF students. ISYY provides its members with services, events, sports, and opportunities to influence student life on both campuses. Membership ISYY membership is based on the Finnish Universities Act. All Bachelor’s and Master’s degree students at UEF are automatically members of ISYY, regardless of their field of study or campus. Doctoral researchers and international exchange students may join voluntarily — and most do. Membership fee is paid […]
Through the Erasmus+ programme, you can participate in short blended intensive courses (Blended Intensive Programmes, BIP) in Europe. BIP courses are individual courses organised by partner universities, consisting of a virtual component and a physical mobility period. You can apply for courses throughout the academic year. For information on short blended traineeships, visit the Erasmus+ […]
This page contains general instructions for applying for student exchange. Programme-specific instructions can be found in the calls for applications, which are published at the beginning of each application period under Calls for applications. Application periods During the application period, you apply for exchange for the following academic year. In the supplementary application period, you […]
