New students - Welcome to the University of Oulu!
Welcome to our multidisciplinary academic community! The 2026-2027 Academic Year kicks off with Orientation Week on August, 2026 offering you an exiting start to your studies. Whether you're a new degree student or joining us as an exchange student, we've got you covered with all the details you'll need to prepare for your arrival.
Peppi service supports study and education-related digital services at the University of Oulu. For a student, Peppi is a valuable tool, as in Peppi you can, e.g. make your personal study plan, find course catalogues, register for courses, and see your finished courses and grades. See more about Peppi from the instructions below.
The Linnanmaa and Kontinkangas campuses are easily accessible on foot, by bicycle, by bus, or by private car. Bicycle parking facilities are available near almost all entrances. On the university’s website, you will find campus maps and further information on how to get to the campuses:
The MazeMap campus navigation tool helps you find your way around campus. Here you can find instructions on how to download MazeMap to your phone.
During Orientation Week, there is an information desk for new students in the main lobby of the university, where you can get help finding the right room if needed.
If you have any questions or concerns about your pre-arrival preparations, do not hesitate to contact your faculty's Study Services.
With the Ask Me! campaign, we welcome new students to the University of Oulu. When you see someone wearing a pink Ask Me! badge, feel free to tap them on the shoulder and ask for help! On the Ask Me! campaign pages, you can also find answers to the most common questions new students have.
Take a look at the links below for helpful information and resources to guide you as you get ready for the year ahead. We're excited to have you with us!
Self-Hack
The Self-Hack workshop helps new students at the University of Oulu to orientate themselves in their studies in a new way. The aim of the workshop aims to support the transition of new students to university studies.
Study skills
On these pages we have collected practical information about study skills and competences.
Student communications
Follow Tuudo, student's website and email to hear the latest news.
University vocabulary for new students
In this vocabulary you will find the most important terms related to university studies and student life.
Welcome to the library
New student's guide to the library
Student associations
The Student Union of the University of Oulu (OYY) monitors the students’ interests and student associations organize various freetime activities.
Accessibility in Studies and Individual study arrangements
Accessibility refers to the ways in which physical, psychological and social environments are designed to ensure that everyone can interact with others on an equal basis despite their individual characteristics.
Supporting your studies and contact information for students
On this page you can find contact details and important information about Oulu University's support at the different stages and situations during your studies.
Financial Aid
Information about financial aid during education.
Life in Oulu
The Oulu region is home to over 200 000 people, making it the largest urban centre in northern Scandinavia and one of the fastest growing regions in Finland.