A University of the Future

The University of Eastern Finland is a multidisciplinary university with a strong profile in its areas of expertise. The university is networked with the most central national and international actors representing its areas of expertise.

The university meets working life needs by providing a high level of research-based education. The Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in all fields of study lay a solid foundation for postgraduate education.

Thanks to its high standard of teaching and competitive research, the University of Eastern Finland is a central actor in the Finnish and international innovation system. A particular aim of the university is to promote the well-being and positive development of eastern Finland through research, education and various forms of collaboration. 

Mission

The University of Eastern Finland (UEF) is a multidisciplinary university which is internationally recognised for its high standard of research and education. The university has a strong profile in its areas of expertise and it takes a particular interest in promoting the regional development of eastern Finland.

Vision 2015

The University of Eastern Finland is an internationally recognised research and teaching university, which is among the top three most significant universities in Finland and among the leading 200 universities in the world.

Values

The central values guiding the operations of the university are freedom of science, ethicality and justice.