The University of Eastern Finland (UEF) is with its 15.500 students, one of the largest universities in Finland. Within the four faculties: the Philosophical Faculty, the Faculty of Science and Forestry, the Faculty of Health Sciences, and the Faculty of Social Sciences and Business, UEF offers teaching in more than 100 major subjects.
UEF offers a variety of courses in English at both of their two campuses in Joensuu and Kuopio. As a student you can only choose courses from one campus, because the distance between the campuses is 150 kilometres. However, many courses are video transmitted from one campus to the other. Most exchange students choose Joensuu campus, because it is a bit bigger than Kuopio.
Joensuu Campus
The Joensuu Campus is located right by the city centre and is home to nearly 8,000 students. So be prepared for a lively atmosphere and in the compact campus area. Close by you will find Joensuu Science Park, which hosts some of the university's teaching facilities, as a natural platform for science, technology and business to meet.
Kuopio Campus
The Kuopio Campus is located a short walk away from the city center, and Kuopio University Hospital is also located right next to the campus area. The Kuopio Campus is home to nearly 7,000 students. With its 112,000 inhabitants, Kuopio is the largest city in eastern Finland and the ninth largest city in the country. Kuopio is a dynamic city surrounded by beautiful nature. Although modern and constantly evolving, it hasn't forgotten its roots. For those hungry for culture, Kuopio has a lot to offer.
Practical facts about University of Eastern Finland
Number of places in Autumn
2
Number of places in spring
2
Minimum GPA Score
Not relevant
Language requirement score: (CEFR)
Not relevant
Passed ECTS in the English language
Not relevant
ECTS-points or semesters required completed before nomination for Msc students
Students must have completed a Bachelor degree
ECTS activity requirements for obtaining visa
Not relevant
Links
Website Study Abroad Site Courses in English Studying in Finland City of Joensuu City of Kuopio Useful facts about living in Finland
- A 0,5 L draught beer in a bar costs on average 5,5 € (41 DKK)
- Renting a one-bedroom apartment in the city centre costs on average 736 € (5475 DKK)
- A monthly pass for public transport costs on average 52 € (387 DKK)
- In the summer the days are almost infinite in Finland and in the snowy winther, the Finns survive by going to the sauna for staying warm. Both seasons are suited for having some vodka, according to the Finns.
- Finns believe there is a proper way to act in any circumstance and always expect courteous behaviour. Serial conversation is the rule - this means listen to the speaker, wait for them to finish and then reply.