Below is a timeline covering the entire defence process, from the granting of permission to defend to the day of the public defence. The timelines are indicative and intended to help you plan your own schedule. Immediately after receiving the permission to defend• Contact the editor-in-chief of the publication series.• Agree on and reserve the […]
A senior peer tutor shares their experience and helps deliver and develop tutor training. If you are interested in developing and delivering tutor training and guiding new tutors, you can apply to become a senior peer tutor! As a senior tutor, you share your experiences and best practices with new peer tutors and bring a […]
Personal study plan for doctoral studies In your personal study plan for doctoral studies, you define which studies you will complete as part of your doctoral degree. Prepare your plan in collaboration with your principal supervisor within three months of starting your doctoral studies. Create your plan either in Peppi or using the personal study […]
You can find digital tools and information systems in KAMU’s tools section and on the UEF Intra waffle menu ((link opens in new tab, UEF login required). UEF Digistartti helps you get started Digistartti is the University of Eastern Finland’s online orientation that introduces you to the university’s digital study environments and tools. Start by […]
Once you have been granted a study right for doctoral studies, your doctoral programme will provide you with information about your next steps. Please read your doctoral programme’s instructions carefully. First things to do Accept your study place and complete your annual registration. Activate your UEF user account. For information security reasons, start using your […]
At the University of Eastern Finland, you are treated equally and without discrimination at every stage of your studies. The university does not tolerate discrimination, harassment or bullying. What do equality and non-discrimination mean for you as a student? As a student, you have the right to: If you experience harassment, discrimination or bullying If you experience or witness inappropriate treatment, harassment or […]
You have the right to a safe learning environment. No form of bullying, harassment or discrimination is acceptable – whether in teaching, supervision or any other interaction related to your studies. On this page, you will find information on how to recognise inappropriate treatment, what to do if you experience it, and where to get help. What […]
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 […]
The Student Union of the University of Eastern Finland (ISYY) (opens in a new tab) 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 […]
Information on courses for exchange students in 2026-27 in Peppi. UEF offers a wide range of courses taught entirely in English. These courses are available to incoming exchange students and visiting students on both campuses, Joensuu and Kuopio. Exchange students may choose courses primarily from their own field of study, but also from related disciplines. […]
