Effective Cooperation

The University of Eastern Finland is networked with the most central national and international actors representing its areas of expertise. The regional impact of the university is based on internationally recognised teaching, research and development activities.

The university is an integral part of the regional research, development and innovation system and engages in cooperation with trade and industry, state research institutes, polytechnics and public administration agencies. With its collaborative networks, the University of Eastern Finland constitutes a significant competence cluster, which combines excellence in research, education and business.

Other actors in the regional collaborative network include Joensuu Science Park, Kuopio Science Park, Savonlinna Innovation Centre, regional development companies, chambers of commerce and enterprise agencies.

Support for lifelong learning constitutes a significant part of the university’s regional impact strategy. The Centre for Training and Development of the University of Eastern Finland, Aducate, is responsible for providing adult education in collaboration with the other units of the university. In addition to continuing education, the operations of Aducate encompass educational and development projects aiming to enhance the regional development of eastern Finland.

The university makes use of research-based knowledge in the provision of various research and expert services, e.g., in product development and commissioned research services offered for companies. The innovations created in research enable the emergence of academically oriented business and employment opportunities, which attract both domestic and international companies in eastern Finland.