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University of Eastern Finland, Kuopio
# 604Established in 2010, the University of Eastern Finland is one of the public universities in Finland with two modern campuses located in Joensuu and Kuopio. The university has…
About University of Eastern Finland, Kuopio
Established in 2010, the University of Eastern Finland is one of the public universities in Finland with two modern campuses located in Joensuu and Kuopio. The university has around 17,000+ degree students and nearly 14,500 adult education learners, supported by a workforce of approximately 3,400 academic and administrative staff. For students looking to study at University of Eastern Finland, its research performance ranks among the world’s best in several disciplines, with the university placed within the top 500 globally across 16 subject areas. Research activities are organised through dedicated Research Communities and focus on four key profile areas: Ageing, Lifestyles, and Health; Environmental Change and the Sustainable Use of Natural Resources; Cultural Encounters, Mobilities, and Borders; and Diversifying Learning and Interaction. The university has established bilateral cooperation agreements with around 70 universities worldwide and is an active member of the University of the Arctic. Additionally, the Business School at the University of Eastern Finland has earned AACSB accreditation, a globally respected recognition that places it among a select group of business schools worldwide.
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Rank # 604
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Courses & Programmes
Bachelor's Degree Programme in Human and Planetary Health
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Apply Now →Bachelor's Degree Programme in Lifelong Learning and Sustainable Development
Apply Now →Bachelor's Degree Programme in Social Sciences (Hybrid Mode)
Apply Now →Bachelor's Degree Programme in Sustainable Forest Bioeconomy
Apply Now →Master of Science in European Forestry ( Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree )
Apply Now →Master of Science in Imaging and Light in Extended Reality ( Erasmus Mundus )
Apply Now →Master's Degree Programme for Research Chemists
Apply Now →Master's Degree Programme in Accounting and Finance
Apply Now →Master's Degree Programme in Biology of Environmental Change
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Apply Now →Master's Degree Programme in Digital Marketing and Analytic
Apply Now →Master's Degree Programme in Early Language Education for Intercultural Communication
Apply Now →Master's Degree Programme in English Language and Culture
Apply Now →Master's Degree Programme in Environmental Health and Technology
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UEF Scholarship
Type : Merit Based Level : Bachelors or Masters Value : 100% tuition fee waiver (full duration)
Tuition Fee Waiver (50%)
Type : Merit Based Level : Bachelors or Masters Value : 50% tuition fee reduction
Tuition Fee Waiver (30%)
Type : Merit Based Level : Bachelors or Masters Value : 30% tuition fee reduction
Finnish Proficiency Scholarship (A)
Type : Merit Based Level : Bachelors or Masters Value : 100% tuition waiver (1 semester ~€4,000–€5,000)
Finnish Proficiency Scholarship (B)
Type : Merit Based Level : Bachelors or Masters Value : 50% tuition waiver (1 semester ~€2,000–€2,500)
Early Bird Discount
Type : Merit Based Level : Bachelors or Masters Value : €500 (one-time fee reduction)
Frequently Asked Questions
Applications are submitted through the national admissions portal, Studyinfo.fi, during the official application period, which typically opens in January each year. Applicants are required to upload scanned copies of relevant documents, including academic certificates and proof of English language proficiency, as part of the online application process.
Applicants who receive a conditional offer must verify their official educational documents within the deadlines specified in the acceptance letter. Failure to complete verification may result in cancellation of the study right.
Selection is competitive and may be based on academic transcripts, entrance examinations (for selected programmes), interviews (commonly for Bachelor’s programmes), and the relevance of prior academic background for Master’s applicants. Final admission results are generally released by late May.
Non-EU students are responsible for financing their living costs in Finland, as universities do not provide financial support for daily expenses. Estimated monthly living costs typically range between €700 and €900, including accommodation, food, and transportation.
Yes. When applying for a student residence permit in Finland, non-EU/EEA students must demonstrate sufficient financial resources, generally calculated at approximately €800 per month, to cover living expenses.
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