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 Science Park, where science, technology and business come together. The university’s teacher training school is located near the campus.
Joensuu campus: facilities, map, campus restaurants, parking, public transport, accommodation and the city of Joensuu.
Explore the Joensuu campus virtually before your studies begin.
Kuopio campus
The Kuopio campus is set in a beautiful, green environment on the lakefront in the Savilahti district. Savilahti is a developing area being built into a vibrant neighbourhood where you can study, work and live. The campus has nearly 7,000 degree students. Campus restaurants offer a wide range of options for lunch or a coffee break. Kuopio University Hospital is located right next to the campus. KPY Novapolis, a hub for science, research and business, is also nearby.
Kuopio campus: facilities, map, campus restaurants, parking, public transport, accommodation and the city of Kuopio.
Explore the Kuopio campus virtually before your studies begin.
Safety
Safety is everyone’s responsibility in the university community. Familiarise yourself with the basics of safety at the start of your studies – you can deepen your knowledge as your studies progress. Read more about safety in Kamu.
Accessibility, equality and sustainable development
Accessible studies
The university is committed to the long-term development of accessibility in studies and on its campuses. Read more about accessible studies.
Equality and non-discrimination
The university promotes equality and non-discrimination and works to prevent inappropriate behaviour. Learn more about equality and non-discrimination work.
Sustainable development
Sustainable development is an important part of the university’s quality management, and the university strives to act responsibly in all its operations. Read more about sustainable development.
Smoke-free campus
The university is a smoke-free study and work environment. Smoking is only permitted at designated smoking areas outside buildings.