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University of Eastern Finland - Kuopio
Kuopio, Finland
(pop. 90,000)
Student Enrollment: 6,200
Language of instruction: some English, Finnish
www.uku.fi/
International Office
Course information
ISEP Finland Web site
PROGRAM TYPE
Academic year or semester exchanges
ISEP-Exchange for International students.
ISEP-Exchange for US students.
Chance of Placement
ISEP-Exchange chance of placement for US and International students is Excellent.
Courses
Medicine (clinical nutrition, medicine, public health); Natural and Environmental Sciences (applied biotechnology, biochemistry, ecology & environmental sciences, information technology, physics); Pharmacy; Social Sciences (health policy & management, nursing science, social sciences); Business and Information Technology (business & management, computer science).
Courses taught in English
The programs below are offered during fall and spring semesters. By individual agreement, it is usually possible to complete additional courses in English by taking book exams or writing essays.
Undergraduate programs taught in English: Advanced Modern Biochemistry, Public Health Nutrition, and Sociology of Deviance.
Courses for Graduate (Masters) Level
The programs below are offered during fall and spring semesters. By individual agreement, it is usually possible to complete additional courses in English by taking book exams or writing essays.
Graduate-level programs taught in English: Computer Science, Environmental Sciences, Health Policy and Management, Molecular Medicine and Biotechnology, Neurobiology, Nursing, Public Health, Public Health Nutrition, Social Work, Sociology of Deviance, and Soil Ecology.
Language Notes
There are a number of programs taught in English (see Academic notes above), although the language of instruction at Kuopio is mainly Finnish. Finnish language courses during semesters are included in ISEP benefits. The language courses organized by the Language Centre (usually in German, French, Russian, and Swedish) are also included in ISEP benefits.
I-to-I applicants who are not native English speakers must submit the ISEP Language Proficiency Report.
Note: The host institution ultimately determines your proficiency level and course eligibility.
Program Dates
Academic year: August/September to May; Semester 1: August/September to December; Semester 2: January to May.
Housing and Meals
The Kuopio Student Housing Company, Kuopas, takes care of student housing. The student dormitories are situated one-half mile to five miles from the university and have laundry facilities, sauna, and Internet access. A stipend is provided for meals. Married student housing can be arranged; any additional costs must be covered by the student.
Profile
The University of Eastern Finland - Kuopio is a research-oriented university specializing in teaching and research in health care and environmental sciences, as well as associated biosciences, biotechnologies, information technology and business administration. The university has about 6,200 students, including 270 international students.
Kuopio Science Park is a focal point of innovative education, research, and expertise projects managed by the university, several national research institutes and private companies. It is famous for world-class expertise in health care technology, pharmaceutical development and biotechnology.
The services of the Learning Center, Computing Center, university libraries, Student Union, Student Health Care Center and sports facilities are available to students on campus.
Location
Kuopio is a city of great natural beauty surrounded by scenic Kallavesi Lake - one of thousands of lakes in Finland. Kuopio offers the opportunity to live close to nature while having modern services and an abundant cultural life close at hand. Kuopio is easily reached by road, rail and air.
The University of Eastern Finland - Kuopio is situated on both sides of the beautiful Savilahti Bay. All services for students can be found on campus. The Kuopio city center and student dormitories are close to campus.
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