Want to become an expert in business, natural sciences, forestry or education? Or maybe it's health, linguistics or environmental law that you are interested in? You are in the right place! For students holding a Bachelor’s degree and who wish to gain competitive advantage through a degree from one of Finland’s leading universities, the University of Eastern Finland (UEF) offers a wide variety of Master’s degree programmes taught in English.
Our Master’s level courses are often taught in small groups, enabling close student-teacher interaction. Fluency in the English language is a prerequisite for all our programmes, and it typically takes two years to complete a Master’s degree. Many of our Master’s degree students stay on board at UEF to continue their studies in our doctoral programmes.
Make a smart move towards the career of your dreams and find a Master’s degree programme that is perfect for you. Your time in Eastern Finland will be an experience you will not forget!
What would you like to study?
- Biology of Environmental Change (BEC) Joensuu Campus
- Biomedicine (BIOMED), Kuopio Campus
- Computational Colour and Spectral Imaging (COSI, Erasmus Mundus), Joensuu Campus
- Double Degree MSc Programme in Computer Science and Engineering (TUT-UEF), Joensuu Campus
- Environmental and Ecosystem Ecology, Kuopio Campus
- Environmental Health and Technology, Kuopio Campus
- Imaging and Light in Extended Reality (IMLEX, Erasmus Mundus), Joensuu Campus
- Information Technology (IMPIT), Joensuu Campus
- Medical Physics, Kuopio Campus
- Photonics, Joensuu Campus
- Photonics for Security Reliability and Safety (PSRS, Erasmus Mundus), Joensuu Campus
- Research Chemists, Joensuu Campus
- Toxicology, Kuopio Campus
Interested in learning more about us? Join our events!
Join our webinar 17 December
As the application period is getting closer, join our annual webinar to get some tips and tricks on the actual application procedure. Our Admission Services team will be ready to answer your questions, joined by Student Ambassadors who will share their own experiences.
We warmly welcome you also to our programme specific webinars
We believe that life is defined by moments, and choosing where to study is one of the most significant decisions you will make. We are dedicated to help you with your choices about your educational journey. Join us for our upcoming webinars to explore our programmes and connect with UEF staff, and student ambassadors. The recording of the webinar will be sent to all registrants. Welcome!
Nov 14, 2024 01:00 PM Helsinki time
UEF WEBINAR: IMLEX (Erasmus Mundus Imaging and Light in Extended Reality)
Join us for an IMLEX Webinar and discover how this unique programme combines European research expertise with Japanese advancements in virtual reality, robotics, and imaging. Register here.
Nov 20, 2024 03:00 PM Helsinki time
UEF WEBINAR: Master's Degree Programme in Information Technology
Are you ready to accelerate your career in Information Technology? Join us for an exciting webinar to learn more about the Master’s Degree Programme in Information Technology (IMPIT) at the University of Eastern Finland (UEF). Register here.
Nov 21, 2024 02:00 PM Helsinki time
UEF WEBINAR: Master's Degree Programme in Environmental Policy and Law
This webinar is ideal for prospective students interested in environmental law, policy, and governance, seeking to specialize in fields such as climate change, natural resource management, or international environmental law. Register here.
Nov 22, 2024 02:00 PM Helsinki time
UEF WEBINAR: Master's Degree Programme in Linguistic Data Sciences
Are you passionate about linguistic? We invite you to explore the academic opportunities of our Master's degree programme in Linguistic Data Sciences. Register here.
https://uef.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_p-zFZDP5Qd-hhYvdKgEAnQ
Nov 25, 2024 12:00 PM Helsinki time
UEF WEBINAR: Master's Degree Programme in Public Health
Are you interested in global health, epidemiology, or health promotion? Do you want to make an impact in public health and contribute to creating a healthier future for communities around the world? Join this webinar for prospective students. Register here.
Nov 25, 2024 01:00 PM Helsinki time
UEF WEBINAR: Master's Degree Programme in Toxicology
Are you fascinated by the science of toxicology and eager to make a global impact in human chemical risk assessment? The Master's Degree Programme in Toxicology at the University of Eastern Finland (UEF) is your pathway to a fulfilling and in-demand career. Register here.
Nov 26, 2024 02:00 PM Helsinki time
UEF WEBINAR: Master's Degree Programme in Pedagogy and Teaching for Sustainability
Join us for a webinar to explore how the Master’s Degree Programme in Pedagogy and Teaching for Sustainability at the University of Eastern Finland (UEF) can empower you to make a difference in the classroom and beyond. Register here.
Nov 26, 2024 02:00 PM Helsinki time
UEF WEBINAR: Master's Degree Programmes in Biology and Environmental Science
Join our live webinar to explore three Master’s Degree programs at the University of Eastern Finland: Biology of Environmental Change (BEC), Environmental and Ecosystem Ecology (EEE) and Environmental Health and Technology (ENHET). Register here.
Nov 27, 2024 02:00 PM Helsinki time
UEF WEBINAR: Bachelor's and Master's Degree Programmes in Forest Sciences
Are you passionate about forests, sustainability, and the future of our planet? Join us for an insightful webinar where you’ll learn all about the Bachelor's and Master’s Degree Programmes in Forestry at the University of Eastern Finland (UEF). Register here.
Nov 28, 2024 02:00 PM Helsinki time
UEF WEBINAR: Bachelor's Degree Programme in Lifelong Learning and Sustainable Development
Join us for an exciting webinar to learn more about the Bachelor's Degree Programme in Lifelong Learning and Sustainable Development at the University of Eastern Finland (UEF), where we prepare students to tackle global challenges and promote sustainable development through education. Register here.
Dec 3, 2024 02:00 PM Helsinki time
UEF WEBINAR: Master's Degree Programmes at the UEF Business School
Are you intested in business? Join us for a webinar where you’ll learn about the diverse range of Master’s Degree Programmes offered at the University of Eastern Finland Business School. Register here.
Dec 4, 2024 02:00 PM Helsinki time
UEF WEBINAR: Master's Degree Programme in Early Language Education for Intercultural Communication
The Early Language Education for Intercultural Communication (ELEIC) Programme at the University of Eastern Finland (UEF) offers a unique opportunity to build a strong foundation for your future career. Register here.
How to apply?
The next application period for September 2025 intake will be open from 8 January until 22 January 2025 (1. joint application). For most of the programmes there is one intake per year and the studies start the following September. Please note that in the application round 2025 two Erasmus Mundus programmes have a separate application period and application form.
Applicants will begin the application process through the national Studyinfo.fi portal.
Tuition fees and waivers
Non-EU/EEA students are required to pay tuition fees. The annual tuition fees for Master’s degree programmes taught in English will range between 8,000 and 10,000 euros, and there is variation between the faculties and the programmes. For students, the tuition fee will remain the same for the whole duration of their degree studies. The university offers an attractive tuition waiver scheme.
Admission results
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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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, 10:00–14:00
Addresses
Joensuu Campus
Street address: Yliopistokatu 2, Aurora building
Postal address: P.O. Box 111, FI-80101 Joensuu
Kuopio Campus
Street address: Yliopistonranta 1 C, Canthia building, second floor (Oppari)
Postal address: P.O. Box 1627, FI-70211 Kuopio