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University of Eastern Finland

Joensuu · Public University

17,000 students
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Public University
Founded
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Students
17,000
International
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University of Eastern Finland at a glance

  1. What you can study

    University of Eastern Finland has 41 courses listed on Educads: 26 master's, 9 phd / doctorate and 6 bachelor's. The largest subject areas are Medicine & Health Sciences (9), Agriculture & Environment (5), Business & Management (5) and Computer Science & IT (3).

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  2. Start dates and course length

    Most courses start in Spring. The most common course length is 2 years.

  3. What it costs

    Fees are listed for 31 courses, from EUR 14,000 to EUR 50,000.

  4. Scholarships

    1 scholarship at University of Eastern Finland is listed.

Questions about University of Eastern Finland

How many courses does University of Eastern Finland offer?

University of Eastern Finland has 41 courses listed on Educads: 26 master's, 9 phd / doctorate and 6 bachelor's. The largest subject areas are Medicine & Health Sciences (9), Agriculture & Environment (5), Business & Management (5) and Computer Science & IT (3).

When do courses at University of Eastern Finland start?

Most courses listed start in Spring.

How much does it cost to study at University of Eastern Finland?

Fees are listed for 31 courses, from EUR 14,000 to EUR 50,000. Always confirm the current fee with the university.

Does University of Eastern Finland offer scholarships?

1 scholarship at University of Eastern Finland is listed.

Overview

The University of Eastern Finland describes itself as a multidisciplinary university in Finland. It is located in Joensuu and Kuopio.The University of Eastern Finland comprises four faculties: the Philosophical Faculty, the Faculty of Science, Forestry and Technology, the Faculty of Health Sciences, and the Faculty of Social Sciences and Business Studies. It offers education in nearly 100 major subjects and teaches at bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral levels.The University of Eastern Finland operates on two campuses, in Joensuu and Kuopio. It says its research is among the best in the world in several fields and that it is involved in Finnish Flagship Programmes and Centres of Excellence in Research.

Programs at University of Eastern Finland

41 programs across 3 study levels.

Master's Degree

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Joensuu, Finland

Biomedicine, Master of Science

University of Eastern Finland — The Master of Science Programme in Biomedicine is offered by the UEF School of Medicine. It gives students a strong theoretical background in biomedicine and practical tr...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
EUR 20,000 total Tuition (indicative)
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Joensuu, Finland

English Language and Culture, Master of Arts

University of Eastern Finland — The Master’s Degree Programme in English Language and Culture studies English from literary and linguistic perspectives. It aims to build an in-depth understanding of con...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Spring 2027Intake
Languages & Linguistics
EUR 20,000 total Tuition (indicative)
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Joensuu, Finland

Environmental Policy and Law, Master of Laws, Master of International and Comparative Law (MICL), Master in Social Sciences (MSocSc)

University of Eastern Finland — The Master’s Degree Programme in Environmental Policy and Law is a two-year interdisciplinary programme. Students study environmental law and environmental policy, with a...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
SpringIntake
Law
EUR 20,000 total Tuition (indicative)
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Joensuu, Finland

Linguistic Data Sciences, Master of Arts

University of Eastern Finland — Master’s Degree Programme in Linguistic Data Sciences focuses on the interfaces between languages and digitalization. Students study language in a digitalized society thr...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Computer Science & IT
EUR 20,000 total Tuition (indicative)
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Joensuu, Finland

Medical Physics, Master of Science (Technology)

University of Eastern Finland — Medical Physics, Master of Science (Technology) is a two-year multidisciplinary master’s degree programme. It combines high-level research and teaching and builds special...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
EUR 20,000 total Tuition (indicative)
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Joensuu, Finland

Photonics, Master of Science (Technology)

University of Eastern Finland — Photonics is a two-year Master of Science (Technology) programme at the University of Eastern Finland. It covers optics, light and light-matter interaction, and photonics...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
EUR 20,000 total Tuition (indicative)
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Joensuu, Finland

Public Health, Master of Health Sciences

University of Eastern Finland — The Master’s Degree Programme in Public Health is offered by the Institute of Public Health and Clinical Nutrition in collaboration with the Department of Nursing Science...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Medicine & Health Sciences
EUR 20,000 total Tuition (indicative)
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Bachelor's Degree

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Joensuu, Finland

Social Sciences, Bachelor of Social Sciences

University of Eastern Finland — The Bachelor of Social Sciences at the University of Eastern Finland introduces key concepts and methods in social sciences. The programme covers sociology and social and...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
3 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Social Sciences & Psychology
EUR 30,000 total Tuition (indicative)
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PhD / Doctorate

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Joensuu, Finland

Doctoral Program in Molecular Medicine

University of Eastern Finland — The Doctoral Program in Molecular Medicine studies the causes and mechanisms of diseases at the molecular level. It focuses on methods to prevent, diagnose and treat thes...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Medicine & Health Sciences
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Joensuu, Finland

Doctoral Programme in Clinical Research

University of Eastern Finland — The Doctoral Programme in Clinical Research educates professional scientists in clinical research and acts as a link from biomedicine to clinical medicine. The degree tit...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Medicine & Health Sciences
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Joensuu, Finland

Doctoral Programme in Health Sciences

University of Eastern Finland — The Doctoral Programme in Health Sciences trains international experts for demanding national and international positions. It is multidisciplinary and covers epidemiology...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
springIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
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Joensuu, Finland

Scientific licentiate degree

University of Eastern Finland — At the Faculty of Health Sciences, the Scientific licentiate degree can lead to the Licentiate of Philosophy (Pharmacy), Licentiate of Philosophy, or Licentiate of Health...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
spring, autumnIntake
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Tuition fees & costs

Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Finland.

For international students

<p>For international students, the University of Eastern Finland offers Bachelor’s degree programmes and several Master’s degree programmes taught in English. It also offers non-degree programmes for exchange students. The university says many Master’s degree students continue into its doctoral programmes.</p>

Read the student visa & the immigration authority guide →

Scholarships at University of Eastern Finland

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Last updated 23 Sep 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.