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? A student health meeting is a confidential consultation where you, a university representative and a representative of the Finnish Student Health Service […]
This page brings together support services and resources for different life situations. In an emergency, always call 112. Crisis helpline (Mieli ry): 09 2525 0111 (24/7) Crisis support YTHS (Finnish Student Health Service) Appointment booking and care needs assessment via the Self-service, SelfChat, or by phone. YTHS appointment booking (opens in a new tab) Joensuu Kuopio Safety on university campuses General safety instructions are available on the safety pages of the UEF intranet (login required). In crisis situations on campus, you can contact the crisis management team, e.g. Security Manager Juha Pulkkinen or Occupational Health and Safety Officer Katri Hartikainen. Campus […]
If you are studying in a bachelor’s or master’s programme at UEF, you can use the study psychologist services. There are three study psychologists at the University of Eastern Finland who support your wellbeing and help your studies progress smoothly. Study psychologists are licensed psychologists, and all conversations with them are confidential and free of charge. At […]
If substance use is something you are concerned about or if it is affecting your daily life, you can get support from the university. Substances refer to alcohol, drugs and medication used for intoxicating purposes. The university’s substance abuse programme is there to support you. Early intervention, guidance and access to help always come first. Do you need help? If you feel […]
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 (opens […]
Welcome to UEF! Congratulations on your acceptance to the University of Eastern Finland! We are excited to have you on board. Being a new student, you are bound to have questions. These pages contain all the necessary information you need to get started with your studies at UEF, from planning your journey to Finland to […]
Why would you need to apply for reinstating your study right? You need to apply to reinstating your study right (Bachelor’s, Master’s or doctoral student) if you have lost it for one of the following reasons: If more than a year has passed since your last registration If more than a year has passed since […]
If your study time is not sufficient to complete your degree, you can apply for an extension to your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree study right. Before applying, please read the Academic Rector’s decision Normative duration of studies and extension to the right to study (link at the bottom of this page), which describes the grounds […]
These instructions are for you if you have been admitted to the University of Eastern Finland (Bachelor’s or Master’s level) and you registered as absent for your first academic year (or for more years) due to a statutory reason, and you will start your studies after this absence period (for example, one year after you […]
