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 seven Bachelor's degree programmes taught in English. Please check the programmes' websites for more information. Application period is closed now.
On this website you will find more information on the programmes we offer, admissions requirements, tuition waivers and scholarships and what to expect in life in Finland.
What would you like to study?
Interested in learning more about us? Meet us around the world or join our virtual events!
This fall, connect with us at international events, fairs, and webinars! Explore our Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes, chat with student ambassadors, or meet us in person to discover what our university offers.
Upcoming online events
Oct 14: October Virtual Coffee with Student Ambassadors sign up
Oct 29: International Degree Programmes at UEF: register here
Nov 25: November Virtual Coffee with Student Ambassadors: sign up
Dec 2: Certification based admission for Bachelor's: register here
Dec 9: How to apply for Bachelor's degree programmes: register here
Dec 15: How to apply for Master's degree programmes: register here
Upcoming onsite events
Türkiye: IEFT
Oct 20: Izmir
Oct 22: Ankara
Oct 24: Istanbul (European side)
Oct 25: Istanbul (European side)
Vietnam:
Nov 6: Ho Chi Min City - Coffee with UEF: Edulinks
Nov 7: Ho Chi Min City - QS Master's fairs sign up
Nov 7: Hanoi - Coffee with UEF: Trawise
Nov 8: Hanoi - QS Master's fairs sign up
Thailand
Nov 10: Bangkok - QS Master's fairs sign up
Nov 14: Bangkok - OCSC sign up
Nov 15: Bangkok - OCSC sign up
Philippines
Nov 20: Manila - Study in Europe
Nov 21: Manila - Study in Europe
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What to expect in Finland and at UEF
Please take a moment to familiarise yourself with the facts and practical realities of life in Finland and at UEF.
Read moreHow to apply?
The application period for Bachelor's programmes taught in English for the September 2027 intake is open from 7 January until 21 January 2027 (first joint national application round). Most programmes admit students once a year, with studies starting in September. To apply, students must complete an online application through the national Studyinfo.fi portal during the application period.
Joint programmes may have separate application procedures and timelines. Please check the programmes' websites for more information.
Good luck with your application process!
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 is 10,000 euros. The fee will remain the same for the whole duration of the degree studies. Please note that UEF's tuition waiver programme is designed to provide partial support towards tuition fees. Please check the programmes' websites for more information.
Admission results
Applicants will be selected based on their application documents, entrance examination and often the top candidates will be interviewed. When the selection decision has been made, the results will be posted to applicants by e-mail.
Are you searching for information about our International Master's degree programmes?
We offer over 20 Master's degree programmes for students holding a Bachelor's degree. Take a closer look at programme portfolio.
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: [email protected]
Opening and phone service hours: 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