Erasmus+ is the largest exchange programme in Europe. Through Erasmus+, you can apply for student exchange, an international traineeship or short blended intensive programmes. The countries participating in the Erasmus+ programme are the EU Member States and Iceland, Liechtenstein, Northern Macedonia, Norway, Serbia and Turkey. You can find more information on the Erasmus+ programme on […]
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 […]
ISEP (International Student Exchange Program) is an international student exchange programme based on reciprocity, administered from the United States. The programme is particularly recommended if you are interested in exchange studies in the United States or other destinations outside Europe. There are two ways to go on exchange through ISEP: ISEP Exchange, for which you […]
At the University of Eastern Finland, you can study a wide range of subjects. UEF offers degrees and postgraduate degrees in fields such as: Explore all available programmes on the UEF website. Language of instruction The main language of instruction at UEF is Finnish, and most degree programmes are available only in Finnish. If you […]
This page explains what documents you need to enter and stay in Finland as a student at the University of Easter Finland (UEF). They are Passport and travel documents In general, a foreign citizen must carry a valid passport when entering Finland. Finland is a part of Schengen area (opens in a new tab), which […]
You can apply for short-term exchanges at destinations outside of Europe. Short-term exchanges include summer and winter schools as well as other intensive and short courses at UEF’s partner universities. A short-term exchange means participating in a specific course or school – it cannot be a general short stay abroad. Short-term exchanges are open to […]
University of Eastern Finland has bilateral cooperation agreements with universities in various countries. Bilateral exchange is based on reciprocity, which means that not all exchange places are available every year. Available places are listed in the call for applications, which is published at the start of each application period. Make sure to check the call […]
Self-study facilities are intended for students’ independent work. Please remember to follow the university’s hygiene and safety guidelines in the spaces. Access badge You can access the 24/7 self-study facilities with an access badge. The access badge is free of charge and is valid for the duration of your study rights. Where can I get […]
You can print, copy and scan in Oppari’s self-study spaces, libraries and computer labs. Printing in libraries is possible outside opening hours.You can find multifunction devices in the following buildings: Kuopio campus: Canthia’s Oppari and Snellmania Library (Kuopio campus map) Joensuu campus: Carelia, Agora, Borealis, Educa, Futura, Metria and Natura (Joensuu campus map) Printing from […]
Emergency situations The general emergency number is 112. Call 112 only in life threatening situations, such as Calls are free of charge and do not require an area code, even from a mobile phone. If your emergency requires the help of the police, call 112. If the matter is not urgent, contact local police. More […]
