Want to become an expert in education or social sciences, and path your way to Master's degree studies?
For students holding an upper secondary education certificate and who wish to gain competitive advantage through a degree from one of Finland’s leading universities, the University of Eastern Finland (UEF) offers four Bachelor's degree programmes taught in English. Bachelor's programme in Information Technology will be offered on both campuses. Bachelor in Sustainable Forest Bioeconomy is a new programme offered for 2024.
Fluency in the English language is a prerequisite for the programmes, and it typically takes three years to complete a Bachelor's degree. Make a smart move towards the career of your dreams and find a Bachelor's degree programme that is perfect for you. Your time in Finland will be an experience you will not forget!
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We will discuss UEF's application process and admission requirements. Our Admission Services team will be available to answer your questions. In addition, our Student Ambassadors, who have successfully completed the process themselves, will join the webinar to share their experiences.
How to apply?
The next application period for September 2024 intake will begin on 3 January 2024 and it lasts until 17 January 2024.
There is one intake per year and the studies start the following September. Starting with admissions for studies, applicants will begin the application process on the national Studyinfo portal.
Tuition fees and waivers
Non-EU/EEA students are required to pay annual tuition fees. Tuition fee per academic year for the Bachelor's degree programmes taught in English will be 10,000 euros. The fee will remain the same for the whole duration of the degree studies. In 2024 the university offers a partial tuition waiver that will cover 50 % of the tuition fee per year.
Admission results and country specific requirements
Applicants will be selected on the basis of their application documents. When the selection decision has been made, the results will be posted immediately to applicants by e-mail.
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Life in Finland
Thinking about studying in Finland? A smart decision. Finland is a safe, clean and technology-driven country with amazing nature, four seasons, Northern lights and white nights.
Get excited about learning!
Students stand at the core of learning environment development at UEF. We are creating the best academic learning environment in Finland, one that is built around a high standard of education, inspirational teaching methods, open learning, comfortable facility solutions and modern technology.
Contacts
Admissions Office
The Admissions Office of the University of Eastern Finland offers guidance in general questions relating to the application process, eligibility, application forms, application enclosures, admission requirements, etc.
Service number: +358 29 445 8990
Email: admissions@uef.fi
Opening and phone service hours: Mon–Fri, 10:00–15:00 (summer 1.6. – 31.8., Mon–Fri, 10:00–14:00)
Addresses
Joensuu Campus
Street address: Yliopistokatu 2, Aurora building
Postal address: P.O. Box 111, FI-80101 Joensuu
Kuopio Campus
Street address: Yliopistonrinne 3, Canthia building, second floor (Oppari)
Postal address: P.O. Box 1627, FI-70211 Kuopio