International Week
International Week is organised annually in October and January. The schedule will be published on this page and in the Viva Engage group Internationalisation offers for students.
International Week 26-30 October 2026
During the week, we will host online info sessions and info stands on campuses. You can see our preliminary schedule here. The schedule and info session topics will be specified closer to the events!
Online sessions will be mainly in Finnish, partly in English. Presentation materials will be in English.
Monday 26 Oct
12.15-1 PM Info session on Teams.
Tuesday 27 Oct
12.00-2 PM Info stand at Carelia’s lobby (in Joensuu).
Wednesday 28 Oct
12.15-1 PM Info session on Teams.
4.15-5 PM Info session on Teams. Did you miss our info session earlier? Join this one!
Thursday 29 Oct
12.00-2 PM Info stand at Kuopio campus (location to be specified).
YUFE Day in Joensuu campus! Schedule and location(s) to be specified.
Friday 30 Oct
12.15-1 PM Info session on Teams.
Online sessions will be recorded. Recordings will be available for viewing for two weeks after each session. Welcome along!
Exchange application guidance
Do you need help with your exchange application? At the exchange application guidance sessions, an International Mobility Services coordinator will answer your questions and help you with the SoleMOVE application system.
Exchange application guidance is available during the application periods in November and February. If you need help during the supplementary application period, please contact: [email protected].
Pre-departure orientations
A pre-departure orientation is organised for all exchange students to go through practical matters related to your exchange. Pre-departure orientations are held:
- At the end of the spring semester for students going on exchange during the following academic year
- In November for students going on exchange during the spring semester
The next pre-departure orientations will be held on Teams for exchanges starting in autumn 2026. The sessions will be recorded, and links will be sent to participants by email.
Pre-departure orientations for autumn 2026 exchanges:
- Session in Finnish on Monday, 4 May, 4:00-6:00 PM.
- Session in English on Thursday, 7 May, 4:00-6:00PM.
Invitations have been sent by email to all students going abroad during autumn 2026 – if you are going on exchange next autumn, check your email!
Good to know:
- All sessions start on the hour.
- Sessions may end earlier than scheduled if all matters have been covered.
- The sessions also cover exchange programme-specific topics – follow the instructions sent to you.
Invitations are sent to exchange students by email. If you would like to participate but have not received an invitation, please contact: [email protected].
Post-exchange orientation
A post-exchange orientation is organised for students returning from exchange. At the orientation, you can meet other students who have been on exchange and share your experiences. UEF Career Services will also be there to help you articulate your international experience and make the most of it in the future.
Exchange info sessions
International Mobility Services organises general exchange info sessions open to all students during the academic year. Sessions are usually held online via Zoom or Teams.
At the sessions, you will hear general information about exchange studies and applying. You can also ask questions about exchange studies and the application process.