University of Eastern Finland UEF
University’s presentation
The University of Eastern Finland is the most multidisciplinary university in Finland. Our high standard of interdisciplinary research and education respond to global challenges and build a sustainable future. Our research is ranked among the best in the world in several fields. We offer education in nearly 100 major subjects and we train experts for tomorrow’s changing labour market needs.
The University of Eastern Finland was established in 2010, following a decision by the University of Joensuu (est. 1969) and the University of Kuopio (est. 1972) to join forces in a merger. The university comprises four faculties: the Philosophical Faculty, the Faculty of Science, Forestry and Technology, the Faculty of Health Sciences, and the Faculty of Social Sciences and Business Studies. Our campuses are located in Joensuu and Kuopio.
Address
Joensuu Campus
- Yliopistokatu 2, FI-80100 Joensuu, Finland, P.O. Box 111, FI-80101 Joensuu, Finland
Kuopio Campus
- Yliopistonranta 1, FI-70210 Kuopio, Finland, P.O. Box 1627, FI-70211 Kuopio, Finland
Website
Social Network
Services are available on your campus
Contact person for the incoming exchange students
Päivi Haltilahti
Do you have a Buddy system ?
Yes
Fields of Education
- Arts and Humanities
- History
- Economic and Social Sciences
- Geography
- Sciences and Technologies
- Law and Political Sciences
- Health (Medicine, Pharmacy, Dental, Sports)
Link towards the catalogue of courses
Proportion of international students
1700 international students
Number of students in the institution
16 000
Academic Calendar
Level required
B1
Official certification
Official certification not asked
Main language of instruction for the courses open to international students
English