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The University Guidance:
https://www.oulu.fi/en/coronavirus

The OYS Guidance:
https://oyskorona.fi/jos-epailet-tartuntaa/

Finnish Institute of Health and Welfare:
https://thl.fi/en/web/infectious-diseases-and-vaccinations/what-s-new/coronavirus-covid-19-latest-updates

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The doors of the campuses are open normally. At other times, students can access to campuses with their 24/7 access card. One can order card from ICT services.

Responsible and careful following of hygiene instructions is required from every visitor. You must not enter the campus if you have any symptoms of coronavirus infection.

Guidelines for organizing teaching

The studies are organized as contact teaching, distance learning, multimodal teaching and hybrid teaching. The teaching method is decided by the teacher in charge of the course so follow the communication of your teacher on Moodle, Peppi and email.

In planning studies in which re-planning the course would be difficult as circumstances and regional COVID-19 infection situation change, distance learning is  emphasized.

Contact teaching is possible whenever it is considered necessary from the point of view of pedagogical aspects, existing plans and practical aspects. When organising teaching at the University premises, valid safety guidelines and risk assessment shall be taken into account. If you get symptoms you should not attend contact teaching. Too many participants in the same classroom should be avoided. In mass lectures, distance lectures are preferred.

The teaching arrangements will be informed on a course basis. The teachers in charge of the courses are responsible for organizing courses and informing students. Please follow also faculty bulletins.

As a rule, the students´ know-how is evaluated using Exam or alternative assessment methods. The teacher in charge of the course decides on the teaching and assessment method and informs the students about them.

ICT support for studying

The university's ICT services operate normally.
Contact Campus ICT support services: helpdesk@oulu.fi

Guidance and counselling services

All guidance and counselling services are working remotely. According University's guidelines in guidance, Teacher Tutor is the first to contact in questions concerning studing, secondly Academic Affairs Service Teams. Students can book appointment with study and career counseller and study psychologist. Guidance may be given by phone, Skype, Teams or some other way to be agreed. Teachers will advice and guide in questions concersing courses. University premises can be utilized for necessary face-to-face guidance, taking into account the distance and hygiene instructions.

Support requests: opiskeluntuki@oulu.fi

Graduation

Graduation follows normal schedule and procedures instructed by the faculties. However, there is some delay in delivering the diplomas because of the general situation. Diplomas are sent by mail. Notice that, as a University of Oulu students, you can download an official digital transcript from WebOodi, where the degree information is also available.
You can also see your degree information from studyinfo.fi -service. From studyinfo.fi -service, you can provide a link to your degree information, for instance, for an employer.

Financial assistance for foreign students

Foreign students are generally expected to meet their own financial needs. First find out if you could get financial assistance from another source. If you are in Finland on a non-temporary basis, you can get social assistance on the same terms as any Finnish national living in Finland. Kela will make an overall assessment of the nature of your residence in Finland. If you have stayed in Finland for a very short period of time, you will probably be considered a temporary resident. In that case, you will be entitled to the essential part of basic social assistance, which covers food and essential medicines. The assistance is provided in the form of vouchers. More information on Kela's pages.

Information and guidelines for teachers can be found in intranet Patio.

Moodle
Student financial aid and other Kela´s benefits in exceptional situation

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The doors of the campuses are open normally. At other times, students can access to campuses with their 24/7 access card. One can order card from ICT services. Responsible and careful following of hygiene instructions is required from every visitor. You must not enter the campus if you have any symptoms of coronavirus infection.

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The student union (OYY) has a pretty brief and clear guideline on what to do. Check it out!

https://www.oyy.fi/checklist-for-first-year-students/?lang=en

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Students of the University of Oulu are automatically members of OYY, the Student Union of the University of Oulu. OYY acts as an advocate for its members at the University and in the city, and in addition students can use the services of our specialists' and ask advice in the problems they might face in the student life.

Get a student card

The student card can be used in mobile Tuudo or Pivo applications, or you can obtain a plastic student card.
more information about the student card on our website
Pay the FSHS fee

The health care fee for higher education students is paid to Kela every semester. The fee is mandatory for all degree students who are registered as attending and entitles them to use the services of the Student Health Foundation, or FSHS. The payment is EUR 35.80 per semester in 2022. The due date for the autumn semester is 30.9.
More information on health care fee and payments on Kela's website
Apply for a study grant

It is advisable to apply for study grant and general housing allowance as soon as you know you have been accepted to study and know where you are going to live during your studies. During the Autumn, applications can take more than a month to process. Applications can be made electronically in Kela's online service.

Find a roof over your head

Student housing in Oulu is provided by the Northern Finland Student Housing Foundation PSOAS. PSOAS offers rooms in shared apartments as well as studios and larger apartments. The Oulu Region Youth Housing Association OsNa ry specializes in housing for young people in particular, through which you can also get the services of a housing counselor. Other landlords also have plenty to offer in Oulu, both in the vicinity of campuses and in the city center and its surroundings.

Getting around Oulu

Oulu is a cycling city, and with the new cycling routes, cycling is even smoother. So cycling can be recommended to anyone for whom it is possible, at least in good weather in autumn and spring!

If you live further away from campus, public transportation is a good option for commuting. Students under the age of 25 will automatically receive a monthly ticket at a cheaper youth rate. Students who have reached the age of 25 receive a discount by visiting the Oulu10 service point to prove their student status at the beginning of each academic year.

Get a hold of your studies

Various information sessions and orientations are organized for new students, which provide information on studies, how to organize them and also issues related to student life. New students are guided by tutors. Orientation week begins for most students on Monday, August 29th.
Information about starting studies on the university's website
Join your subject society

Each field of study has its own subject society that oversees the interests of students and organizes leisure activities and events. Student overalls can also be purchased through the subject society! For more information on subject societies, ask your tutor.
List of subject societies on our website
Find hobbies and get moving

Wellbeing tutoring offers all students at the University of Oulu the opportunity to try new hobbies easily under the guidance of tutors. There is culture, exercise and a variety of other entertainment for everyone to take part in.

University Sports of Oulu OKKL offers students a wide range of sports opportunities, which can be accessed by obtaining a sports pass. Both weekly classes and separate courses are available. In addition, Sports pass offers discounts on the services of several partners.

There are also various interest societies within the Student Union, where you can continue your hobby with other students or find a whole new pastime. Interest societies include music, exercise, art and games.
Information on wellbeing tutoring on our website University Sports of Oulu website List of interest societies on our website
Get to know the ways of the university

Follow the University's communications to students so you know what's going on both in your courses and in the entire university community. Important information can be found, for example, on the university's student website. You can also read the news through Tuudo! Make sure you have an email you use regularly in the Peppi system, to get all the necessary information about your studies.

Subscribe to OYY's weekly newsletter, and during the academic year you will receive a summary of student life news and events directly to your e-mail. By following OYY's social media channels, you will also be involved in what is happening and what opportunities are available to participate in the activities of the Student Union.

You should also join the email lists for your own study subject, subject organization and roof guild in order to get information specifically about your field, faculty and subject society. For more information on these, contact your tutor.
Subscribe to the newsletter here OYY in Facebook OYY in Instagram
Oulu Student Magazine and event calendar

Glimpses of student life, stories of interesting people, science at the University of Oulu and current phenomena since 1961.

By following Oulu student magazine, you will get the best information and the news about the University of Oulu, science, current events and Oulu's culture. Oulun Ylioppilaslehti is published four times a school year as a print issue and as a weekly updated online publication at oulunylioppilaslehti.fi. You can also read the latest articles in the magazine from the mobile app Tuudo.

You can order the magazine's annual edition (incl. Four magazines, starting with the next print magazine) delivered to your door at a membership price of 9.90 euros. You can find the free distribution points of the Oulu Student Magazine on the Linnanmaa and Kontinkangas campuses of the University of Oulu. From the downtown area, the magazine can be picked up from, for example, the Oulu Main Library and the Valve Culture House. The print magazine can also be read at Issuu.com.

In the event calendar, you can see all current events in the university community.

The Oulu Student Magazine is mainly in Finnish, but every number and the website have some stories and articles in English too!
Webpage of the Magazine

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Checklist for first year students - Oulun yliopiston ylioppilaskunta (OYY)

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Students of the University of Oulu are automatically members of OYY, the Student Union of the University of Oulu. OYY acts as an advocate for its members at the University and in the city, and in addition students can use the services of our specialists' and ask advice in the problems they might face in the student life.

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https://www.oulu.fi/en/for-students/new-students-welcome-university-oulu/orientation-international-students#158

New students will be starting their studies on Monday 29th August at 9:00 in lecture hall L1.

A detailed schedule of the first weeks will be updated below and sent to all accepted students in August.

In the first academic week, there will be information sessions, introduction to the university and getting to know what university studies are all about. Your studies will also begin during these weeks.

Be prepared to attend orientation sessions and teaching every day between 8-16.

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Orientation for International Degree Students

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Orientation programme for new incoming degree students.

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https://www.ouka.fi/oulu/english/getting-to-oulu

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By bus

Coach connections link Oulu with both its neighbouring towns and other destinations across Finland. The coach station is located near the city centre and the railway station. For more information on coach timetables and ticket prices, please visit the Matkahuolto website.

By train

Oulu train station is located about 300 metres from the city centre. For information on train timetables and ticket prices, please visit the VR website.

By plane

Oulu Airport is located about 15 kilometres from the city centre. It is the second busiest airport in Finland. Read more at Oulu Airport website (Finavia)

By plane

Oulu Airport is located about 15 kilometres from the city centre.

For more information on flight connections please visit the Oulu Airport website.
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Coach connections link Oulu with both its neighbouring towns and other destinations across Finland. The coach station is located near the city centre and the railway station. For more information on coach timetables and ticket prices, please visit the Matkahuolto website. Oulu train station is located about 300 metres from the city centre.

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It is schedule on 5th September.
https://www.oulu.fi/en/events/opening-ceremony-academic-year-2022-2023

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Opening Ceremony of the Academic Year 2022–2023

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The Opening Ceremony of the Academic Year 2022–2023 of the University of Oulu will be held on the 5th of September 2022 at 3.15 pm in Saalasti Hall.

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https://www.oyy.fi/?lang=en

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Ota yhteyttä

OYY:n jäsentoimisto sijaitsee Linnanmaan kampuksen ytimessä. Toimistolla voit hoitaa jäsenmaksu- ja opiskelijakorttiasiasi kuntoon, hankkia Oulun korkeakoululiikunnan Sporttipassin ja kysyä neuvoja, jos jokin asia opiskelijaelämässä askarruttaa. Toimistolla sinua palvelee ylioppilaskunnan kahdeksanhenkinen henkilökunta.

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Etusivu - Oulun yliopiston ylioppilaskunta (OYY)

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OYY on oululaisten yliopisto-opiskeijoiden edunvalvoja. Toimimme hyväksesi niin yliopistolla, Oulun kaupungissa kuin valtakunnallisellakin tasolla. Kaikki yliopistossa perustutkintoa suorittavat opiskelijat ovat ylioppilaskunnan jäseniä. Myös vaihto-opiskelijat ja jatko-opiskelijat voivat ryhtyä jäseniksi. Tarjoamme jäsenillemme jäsenpalveluita sekä neuvontaa opintojen ja arkielämän ongelmatilanteisiin. Teemme työtä tauotta, jotta voisit elää opiskelijan hyvää elämää.

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https://www.oyy.fi/student-societies/interest-societies/?lang=en

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Oulun yliopistossa toimii useita eri ainejärjestöjä eli kiltoja, joilla osalla on oma kattokiltansa. Kiltoja ja kattokiltoja on Oulun yliopistossa yhteensä 37. Järjestöjen näkyvimpiä tunnuksia ovat eriväriset haalarit. Edustustilaisuuksissa kuten vuosijuhlilla voi käyttää ylioppilaskuntanauhan lisäksi järjestönsä omaa nauhaa. Alla on listattuna piirissämme toimivat ainejärjestöt, kattokillat ja heidän tunnuksiaan.

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Ainejärjestöt - Oulun yliopiston ylioppilaskunta (OYY)

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Oulun yliopistossa toimii useita eri ainejärjestöjä eli kiltoja, joilla osalla on oma kattokiltansa. Kiltoja ja kattokiltoja on Oulun yliopistossa yhteensä 37. Järjestöjen näkyvimpiä tunnuksia ovat eriväriset haalarit. Edustustilaisuuksissa kuten vuosijuhlilla voi käyttää ylioppilaskuntanauhan lisäksi järjestönsä omaa nauhaa. Alla on listattuna piirissämme toimivat ainejärjestöt, kattokillat ja heidän tunnuksiaan.

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https://www.oulunkorkeakoululiikunta.fi/en/sports?calendar&kk=7&pvm=28.7.2022

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University Sports of Oulu

Info

Sports Pass

Sport Opportunities

Sign In In Finnish

» July -22

| mo | tu | we | th | fr | sa | su
26 | | 1 | 2 | 3
27 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10
28 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17
29 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24
30 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31

Shifts on 28.7.2022

Time | Sport | Shift | Level
Linnanmaa
thu 17:00-18:00 | Brasil-afrodance / Heidi K. (in August) | Oamk Linnanmaa campus, dance hall 2, door C7. |
thu 18:00-19:00 | Bodyweight training / Heidi K. (In August) | Oamk Linnanmaa campus, dance hall 2, door C7. |
thu 19:30-21:00 | Football (soccer) | Artificial grass beside Oulu University Teacher Training School 7-9 (Kaitoväylä 7) |

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Most students use OP Bank and Nordea. Procedures are much easier in 2022. You can walk in to ask about the required documents for opening an account.

Nordea Bank
Kirkkokatu 6, 90100 Oulu

+358 0200 3000

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OP Oulu
Isokatu 14, 90100 Oulu
+358 0100 0500

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https://www.ouka.fi/oulu/english/social-work-aimed-at-adults

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Social work aimed at adults promotes the social well-being, functional ability and independent coping of people aged 18-64 facing different problems.

You can contact social services if

you need support with planning your daily life

you are unemployed and need guidance with matters related to employment services

you have housing problems or are homeless

your life is complicated by mental health problems or substance abuse

you have a sudden crisis

you need guidance and advice on social security and services.

General guidance and advice on social services is available by telephone number 044 703 4912 on weekdays from 8.30 am to 3.30 pm.

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Social work aimed at adults promotes the social well-being, functional ability and independent coping of people aged 18-64 facing different problems. You can contact social services if you need support with planning your daily life you are unemployed and need guidance with matters related to employment services you have housing problems or are homeless your life is complicated by mental health problems or substance abuse you have a sudden crisis you need guidance and advice on social security and services.

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https://www.ouka.fi/oulu/public-transport

Bus would be the most common way to travel around Oulu, especially when you are new to the city or in the winter.  The price of an unlimited ride pass is 34.3 euros/month (check Tickets and Fares - Public transport - Oulun kaupunki (ouka.fi) .  You can also top up the card with money online or at convenience stores.

You can get a card from Oulu 10 which is located in the city center.
Here is a link to their public transportation website: https://www.ouka.fi/oulu/public-transport/

Here is also a link to the mobile app: https://payiq.net/oulu

Here is also a link to the Oulunliikenne.  It's a website where you can look up bus times and track when a bus is going to arrive in real time!  It is the most accurate service out there, however, it can be somewhat difficult to navigate at first since you'll need to know the names of the bus stops:
https://jl.oulunliikenne.fi/?fbclid=IwAR1nJqoijh6m_So_hWJ1nIvJ2S5J2oOb9ppxhrK8m_C9eUu9zV6gHu590CM#/schedules/home

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Recommendations for public transport users:

Clean your hands often.

Wear a mask. Do not leave your mask in the bus.

Avoid paying in cash.

Keep distance to other passengers.

Hop on and off safely by keeping adequate distance to others.

If you have symptoms, do not travel by public transport.

Oulun joukkoliikenne

Oulu Public Transport Authority (PTA)

News

To/From Airport

Tickets for students

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https://www.oulu.fi/en/for-students/annual-registration

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NOTE! For new incoming International Degree students, registration period is prolonged until 13.9.24.
You can register automatically through Oili service. Students who are required to pay annual tuition fees, should contact their own Faculty's Academic Affairs Service Team for registration.
The annual registration period for continuing students is 1.5.2024-13.9.2024.
Registration for Spring semester only

The registration period for the Spring semester is 1.12.2024-31.1.2025. In that period, you can also change your absence registration for the Spring semester to attendance in the OILI service. If you need to change your attending status to absent, please contact the Academic Affairs Services at latest 31.1.2025.

Council of State's Decree 1082/2009.

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Remember to register as present or absent at the beginning of the academic year.

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Please always refer to the official information from EnterFinland, as there might be updates.

https://enterfinland.fi/eServices

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Always sign in to Enter Finland with the latest version of your web browser and please use one of the following browsers to sign in: Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Opera or Safari.
Technical difficulties in Enter Finland:

Problems with making payments if payment of processing fee gets interrupted before confirmation

Due to technical problems, some customers cannot open requests for additional information at the moment

There may be delays in partial decisions on residence permits for an employed person or on residence permits for seasonal work becoming visible in Enter Finland for Employers

Payment information is not visible on Enter Finland for applications paid before 30 June 2023

For more information and instructions, see the page Technical issues and service breaks in Enter Finland (migri.fi)

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Residence permits, EU registrations, citizenship

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Find all the information you need and apply at enterfinland.fi

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Before arrival:
Applying for Residence Permit (RP)
Studying in Finland | Maahanmuuttovirasto (migri.fi)

Book a meeting with DVV (Maistraatti) to register yourself and address
Booking — Migri (vihta.com)

Upon arrival:
Come to DVV as scheduled to register
Applying for Finnish ID Card (optional)
https://poliisi.fi/en/passports-identity-cards-and-permits

NOTE! For non-EU/EEA/Switzerland people, when you travel outside of Finland, make sure you bring the passport + RP.

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Apart from Residence Permit, dvv registration makes your life "legal" in Finland. You can unlock e-identification which includes almost all Finnish online services such as police, bank, tax, health, etc (it appears as omakanta, omakela, and so on). (oma means own)

When you register, you will be given a Finnish personal identity code. In Finland, a personal identity code is used to identify persons. The code consists of your birth date and four unique characters. Other data recorded in the Population Information System includes your name, date of birth, gender, citizenship, birthplace, mother tongue and address. In addition, information on your spouse, children and parents may be entered under certain conditions.

For general information:
https://dvv.fi/en/foreigner-registration

Booking the appointment online:
https://isl.ajanvaraus.fi/frontend/

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Registration of a foreigner | Digital and population data services agency

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It is a useful website for immigration issues.

https://migri.fi/en/i-want-to-come-to-finland

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If you only wish to visit Finland and stay for a maximum of 90 days, you do not need a residence permit. However, in most cases you will need a visa. If you are a citizen of a visa-free country, you are allowed to stay in Finland for 90 days without a visa or a residence permit.

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Internet should be provided by PSOAS at every apartment they offer. NOTE: they do not provide a router.

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Finnish society appreciates environmentally responsible lifestyles. In second-hand stores, you can find lots of interesting stuff at very cheap prices. The sellers will sterilise the goods so you don't have worry about hygiene.

Online

An excellent FB group where you can buy and sell various things.  Everything from pants to furniture you can find here!
https://www.facebook.com/groups/OuluSalePoint/

There is another website with stuff mostly sold by local with reasonable price and quality
https://www.tori.fi/

Offline

Toppila Center
Paakakatu 2, 90520 Oulu
+358 43 2113777
Near the Linnanmaa Campus

SPR-Konti
Tyrnäväntie 14, 90400 Oulu
+358 40 7379527
Finnish Red Cross. Spacious place and lots of stuff updated daily

Oulu recycling center
Kurkelantie 2, 90230 Oulu, Finland
+358 8 55843966
Cheap place for kitchen tools, furniture, clothes and books

Kirppis Aarrearkku
Patteritie 7, 90530 Oulu, Finland
+358 40 4849932
A place not far from university, you can also find there good items for good prices, they sell very different things from kitchen tools to bikes

Järkikirppis
Tehtaankatu 1, 90100 Oulu, Finland
+358 40 7331933
A place where people offer their items for sale and set price for it, you can find good things there, like shoes, winter clothes,  household items & routers

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Gigantti Mega Store
https://www.gigantti.fi/
Kallisensuora 12, 90400 Oulu

SP-Elektroniikka Oy
Merikoskenkatu 12, 90500 Oulu

Power
https://www.power.fi/
Nuottasaarentie 4, 90400 Oulu

Verkkokauppa
https://www.verkkokauppa.com/

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http://venla.info
http://tasteoffinnish.fi/
http://hauskatavata.fi/
http://suomitaskussa.eu/english/#!/kielet
https://www.digitaldialects.com/Finnish/Phrases.htm
https://people.uta.fi/~km56049/finnish/
http://users.jyu.fi/~pamakine/kieli/suomi/sisallysen.html
http://jkorpela.fi/Finnish.html
https://randomfinnishlesson.blogspot.com/
https://yle.fi/aihe/oppiminen/suomen-kielen-alkeet
https://www.finkingcap.com
https://sso.teachable.com/secure/170475/users/sign_up?after_success_url=%Fsecure%2F170475%Fcheckout%2F1092633%2Fspeak-finnish-like-a-boss-basics-of-spoken-finnish

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https://fi.bab.la/sanakirja/
translate.google.com
https://sanakirja.org

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http://www.uuno.tamk.fi/
http://iteslj.org/v/f/
https://www.digitaldialects.com/Finnish/Phrases.htm
https://www.mondly.com
http://www.lukimat.fi/lukeminen/materiaalit/ekapeli/ekapeli-maahanmuttaja
https://www.memrise.com
https://www.hellotalk.com

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https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuBvl8mzPolBzPU9ju4cXsA

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Aleksi Himself - Videos about Finland - YouTube

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There are 3 main supermarket chains in Finland. You can find them easily in every district of Oulu.

Lidl
German-based, probably the cheapest one

K Group (K-Market, K-City market, K-Supermarket)
Slightly expensive. Fresh food daily, some sell sushi, tailored-cut pork/beef,...

S Group (Prisma, S-Market, Sale)
Prisma would be the most spacious one, while Sale is normally like a small convenient store

Others
Tokmanni
https://www.tokmanni.fi/
Quite reasonable price. Normally selling household, utensils, clothes, dried food...

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Valkea
Isokatu 25, 90100 Oulu
In the city centre

Pekuri
Kauppurienkatu 10, 90100 Oulu
Signature with Ikea showroom

Ideapark
Ritaharjuntie 49, 90540 Oulu
Near Linnanmaa campus. Stadium outlet (sport store) nearby

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In the University canteens and most city restaurants, there are no signs to remind non-halal food. Muslims can refer to the recommended shops:

1. Tuiran Oriental Shop
https://g.co/kgs/PF7bpi

2. Damsko restaurant (Halal meat, Chicken shop)
https://g.page/damskorestaurant?share

3. Asian Market Oulu

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Oulun Kauppahalli
Kauppatori, 90100 Oulu
In the centre of Oulu, near Oulu library, easily recognized with the fatty guy in front of it.
Selling souvenir, fresh fish, coffee, vegetables...

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They are the useful services provided by the university. Feel free to explore them.

https://www.oulu.fi/en/for-students/supporting-your-studies-and-contact-information-students

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University of Oulu offers many services to support you at the different stages and situations on your study path, for instance planning the studies, time management, writing the thesis, looking for internships and planning for your career.

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Supporting your studies and contact information for students

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Yes, it is very cold (-20°C) in the long-lasting (Oct - May?) winter, but in general, you can get good clothes and shoes at many shops with reasonable prices. Just put on more layers. Thermodynamic, water-/wind- proof materials are more effective in protecting you from the cold.

What you should really pay attention is the darkness. From November it can envelop you like a Finnish bear hug. When the sun takes its vacation, take vitamin D3 and monitor the emotional changes. If you feel lethargic, guilt, not interested in social life, overthinking, pessimistic about everything, irritable, or anxious, then you probably are under SAD (seasonal affective disorder). Some useful tips:

Stay active through exercise

Find some excuses to social and meet someone

Try to do activities under bright light

Let the fresh air rejuvenate you at dorm room

Ask for professional help if needed.

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The full name is Finnish Student Health Service (YTHS in Finnish).

You must pay the FSHS fee to Kela then you can access to its health service. More information at https://www.yths.fi/en/news/2022/new-student-welcome-to-fshs-3/

As for the payment method, you MUST do it through online bank transaction. The Kela office in Oulu does NOT accept cash or cheques. More information at
https://www.kela.fi/web/en/healthcare-fee-for-students-in-higher-education

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Here you can find useful information and a short video about our services and how to use them.

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You can search for e-materials also.

https://oula.finna.fi/

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Uusi lainoja

Opiskelijat ja henkilökunta

Kirjaudu sisään korkeakoulusi tunnuksella. Jos lainasi eivät heti näy, liitä kirjastokortti tiliisi sähköpostiosoitteella.

Muut asiakkaat

Liitä ensimmäisellä kirjautumiskerralla tiliisi kirjastokortti, jotta saat lainasi näkyviin.

Kirjaudu Finna-tunnuksella

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Opiskelijat ja henkilökunta Kirjaudu sisään korkeakoulusi tunnuksella. Jos lainasi eivät heti näy, liitä kirjastokortti tiliisi sähköpostiosoitteella. Muut asiakkaat Liitä ensimmäisellä kirjautumiskerralla tiliisi kirjastokortti, jotta saat lainasi näkyviin. Kirjaudu Finna-tunnuksella

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OYS is the biggest comprehensive hospitcal in Oulu municipality.

https://oys.fi/

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OYS Oulun yliopistollinen sairaala on yksi Suomen viidestä yliopistosairaalasta. Tuotamme vaativia erikoissairaanhoidon palveluja Pohjois-Suomessa.

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Finland is a country which provides high quality and equal education to kids. The fee is also low, so people can find suitable schools near home.

https://www.ouka.fi/oulu/english/daycare2

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Early childhood education services (daycare services) support the growth and well-being of children under school age and their families. You can apply for a daycare place for children under school age. Full-time care, part-time care, free pre-school instruction and guided child education places are available.

A multicultural child in multicultural daycare

English immersion is available at the Tuulikello and Allinpuisto daycare centres. There are also English, Swedish and German private daycare centres in Oulu.

If you want to place your child in a municipal daycare centre, you should contact the Day care service coordination team tel. 08 558 45300, e-mail: educare(at)ouka.fi

A part-time place in daycare can be arranged for children five to six years of age who do not speak Finnish. The Mannerheim League for Child Welfare (MLL) arranges an English club for children.

Afternoon care for schoolchildren

Youth Services coordinates afternoon activities in Oulu. Read More: Afternoon care

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Early childhood education services (daycare services) support the growth and well-being of children under school age and their families. You can apply for a daycare place for children under school age. Full-time care, part-time care, free pre-school instruction and guided child education places are available.

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https://www.ouka.fi/oulu/english/child-health-clinics-and-maternity-clinics

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Child health and maternity clinic conduct health check-ups for children aged 0-6 years and examinations related to pregnancy monitoring and services for families. The clinic should be contacted as soon as you find out that you are pregnant.

To make an appointment for a health check-up or counselling session, call 08 558 44356. Appointments for annual check-ups for children (2-6 years) can also be made online at the online service Oulun omahoito (in Finnish). Via Oulun omahoito you can also contact your own child health and maternity clinic.
Maternity clinic opening hours
Mon-Thu 8-16
Fri 8-15

In case of illness, contact your own health clinic. If you stay at home to look after a sick child younger than 6 years, call the child health clinic for a certificate for your employer.

Outside office hours, call the advice number of the joint emergency duty service: tel. 116 117.

Outside office hours, pregnant women (more than 20 + 0 weeks pregnant) can call Maternity Reception on urgent matters, tel. 08 315 3198.

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Child health and maternity clinic conduct health check-ups for children aged 0-6 years and examinations related to pregnancy monitoring and services for families. The clinic should be contacted as soon as you find out that you are pregnant. To make an appointment for a health check-up or counselling session, call 08 558 44356.

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https://www.ouka.fi/oulu/english/sports-and-exercise

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Oulu provides a wide range of sports and exercise facilities for residents of all ages. Various facilities are located both in the centre and in different parts of the city. They are easily accessible and always within easy reach.

The City of Oulu provides - children, young people, adults and the elderly - guided activities for residents in gyms, swimming pools, and facilities mainly from September to May.
Keep fit in the city centre
The Raksila sports park is located right next to the city centre. You can swim, go the gym, practise cross-country skiing and ice skating, and play various ball games there.

National swimming and ice skating championships as well as ice hockey, bandy (jääpallo), and Finnish baseball games are organised at the various stadiums in the area.

Swimming, cross-country skiing or jogging

Locals enjoy exercising at the swimming pools, various sports facilities, jogging tracks, and cross-country skiing trails.

Designated skateboard areas are popular among the young; the most popular is the skateboard park in Hovinsuo.

The city has over 20 public beaches on the sea, the River Oulujoki and lake fronts. You can also swim in the River Oulujoki in the winter. The ice swimming hole in Tuira is very popular among ice swimmers.

Cycling gets you everywhere

Oulu is known as a cyclist-friendly city with a great cycleway network - the most extensive in Finland. Oulu residents are avid cyclists, and some cycle throughout the year. Winter cycling in extreme temperatures is what makes you an Oulu resident. Roller skaters, Nordic walkers, and joggers also use the cycleways regularly.

Active sports clubs

There are about 250 active sports clubs offering a wide range of sports for people of all ages and skills, from beginners to top athletes. The clubs organise several sports and exercise events every year. The City of Oulu cooperates closely with the clubs.

Sport Services

Postal address
PL 10, 90015 Oulun kaupunki
Telephone number
Switchboard 08 558 410
Oulu10 Service Point 08 558 558 00

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Oulu provides a wide range of sports and exercise facilities for residents of all ages. Various facilities are located both in the centre and in different parts of the city. They are easily accessible and always within easy reach.

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Valve is the city culture centre where you can find information for different groups.

https://www.ouka.fi/oulu/english/general-cultural-services

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General Cultural Services

General cultural services support the cultural activities in Oulu and participate in the production of cultural services for the entire Oulu region - taking into account the different target groups. In addition to Cultural Centre Valve and Oulu Culture Centre for Children and Youth, the general cultural services include the development of regional culture and culture for well-being.

The City of Oulu general cultural services are organised as part of the activities of Cultural Centre Valve.

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General Cultural Services General cultural services support the cultural activities in Oulu and participate in the production of cultural services for the entire Oulu region - taking into account the different target groups. In addition to Cultural Centre Valve and Oulu Culture Centre for Children and Youth, the general cultural services include the development of regional culture and culture for well-being.

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The city library provides an alternative place for study.

https://www.ouka.fi/oulu/library/

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https://www.oyy.fi/wellbeing-tutoring/?lang=en

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Oulun yliopiston ylioppilaskunta OYY aloitti vuonna 2021 Opetus- ja kulttuuriministeriön rahoittaman hyvinvointihankkeen. Se toteutuu hyvinvointituutorointina, jonka tavoitteena on pienentää kynnystä löytää itselleen mielekästä ajanvietettä.

Hyvinvointituutorointi on kaikille Oulun Yliopiston opiskelijoille avointa vertaisohjausta, jossa opiskelijat ohjaavat ja auttavat toisiaan. Opiskelijoille on tarjolla liikuntaa, tietojen ja taitojen opettelua ja kulttuuria. Järjestettävät aktiviteetit riippuvat opiskelijoiden mielenkiinnosta, joten tuo oma äänesi kuuluviin!

Kulttuurituutoroinnissa opiskelijat voivat vierailla esimerkiksi museoissa, konserteissa tai teattereissa. Taito- ja tietotuutoroinnissa opiskelijat kohtaavat toisensa esimerkiksi koodaamisen, musiikin, opiskelutaitojen tai taiteiden merkeissä. Liikuntatuutoroinnissa voi kokeilla uusia lajeja ja liikuntamuotoja Oulun korkeakoululiikunnan, OKKL:n tarjonnasta ja sen ulkopuolelta. Palveluihin on saatu entistä edullisemmat hinnat, erityiset aukioloajat ja esimerkiksi opastuksia kulissien taakse.

OYY auttaa eri harrastuksien aloittamisessa. Hankkeessa on jo saatu merkittäviä alennuksia ja yhteistyösopimuksia eri tahojen kanssa ja uusia luodaan tarpeiden mukaan.

Seuraa hankkeen instagram-sivua @hyvinvointihanke, josta saat nopeasti tietoa!
https://www.instagram.com/hyvinvointihanke/
Hankkeen alustana toimii Moodle. Liity tilaan alla olevasta linkistä!
https://moodle.oulu.fi/course/view.php?id=7869
Muut kanavat:

Hankkeella on oma telegram-ryhmä, johon voi liittyä:
https://t.me/joinchat/Z4vpsjekgaxmYzRk
Lisäksi voit liittyä hankkeen discord-kanavalle:
https://discord.gg/8R8rh3anHt
Lisätietoja:

Hankekoordinaattori

timi.karki (at) oyy.fi

040 520 1761

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Oulun yliopiston ylioppilaskunta OYY aloitti vuonna 2021 Opetus- ja kulttuuriministeriön rahoittaman hyvinvointihankkeen. Se toteutuu hyvinvointituutorointina, jonka tavoitteena on pienentää kynnystä löytää itselleen mielekästä ajanvietettä. Hyvinvointituutorointi on kaikille Oulun Yliopiston opiskelijoille avointa vertaisohjausta, jossa opiskelijat ohjaavat ja auttavat toisiaan. Opiskelijoille on tarjolla liikuntaa, tietojen ja taitojen opettelua ja kulttuuria.

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https://fi.padlet.com/pauliina_junnikkala/wellbeing

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Opintopsykologin kokoamia vinkkejä hyvinvoinnin tueksi. Voit vierittää palstoja alaspäin ja sivusuunnassa. / 
Study psychologist tips to support well-being. You can scroll the columns down and sideways.

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https://www.mielenterveysseurat.fi/oulu/support-and-help-in-crisis-oulun-kriisikeskus-oulu-crisis-centre/

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Support and help in crisis

Oulun kriisikeskus (Oulu Crisis Centre) offers short term councelling and guidance in crisis situations for anyone living or staying in Finland.

You don't need a referral to book an appointment, only experience of crisis is enough. Common reasons for client to seek help from Oulun kriisikeskus.

difficult situatuon in life

relationship and family problems

sudden losses

accidents, violence

Our services

short term councelling (1-5 appointments) with professional crisisworker

no medical services available

if you wish, you may remain anonymous

our services are free of charge

Some of the staff at the Crisis Centre are able to have discussions in English

To book an appointment, please call 044 3690 500

Monday to Friday

9 am - 2 pm

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Here the ambassador made a general comparison on 4 banks (OP, Danske, Nordea, S-pankki)
Tips for opening a bank account in Finland | University of Oulu

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You will need a Finnish bank account for several online services such as stronger identification and accessing public services.

To get a card from this bank, you need to have your Residence Permit card (for social security number you have to visit DVV first), passport, Finnish ID card (issued by Finnish Police), and other possible documents to prove your identity.

OP Bank provides application forms in English, so don't worry if you can't understand Finnish! What is more, the monthly charge is somewhat under 10 euros (during the time the blog was written) depending on the services you open, but you have another option by paying a 100 euros membership fee (during the time the blog was written) and no more monthly charge. The bank also has a bonus collection program for investments like funds, insurance, various loans, etc.

In addition to the documents mentioned in OP Bank, Danske bank technically requires a Finnish ID, However, if you brought a cheque from your country, Danske is suitable for you. If you registering as a student (18-32 years old), you can get a silver service package, so you don't have to pay a monthly fee. Otherwise, it costs you up to 10 euros (during the time the blog was written) like OP. What is more, Danske is very strict with working hours, i.e, they normally work in the morning, and you need to reserve an appointment before visiting.

From Nordea, you can get a card without a Finnish ID. The bank has good English services and allows for saving foreign currencies. Many foreigners love to have a card from this bank. Normally, the account management fee for a balance with credit is EUR 4,50 a month (during the time the blog was written) and students can qualify for a credit limit between EUR 1 500 and EUR 2,000 (during the time the blog was written) even if they do not have any income. You can get a Nordea Gold card if you are aged 19-30 and studying in a university, university of applied sciences, or some other higher education institution. Make sure to book an appointment before visiting the bank.

You don't need to have a Finnish ID for opening an account in this bank, and you can still use the online banking system. It takes approximately a month to get the card without a Finnish ID. You can visit their office without an appointment, and they have long working hours, so you can even go there in the evening. A 100 euros membership fee (during the time the blog was written) is required, and it is refundable when you cancel the card. Otherwise, you must pay a monthly fee. Being a membership means you get bonuses from all S-group companies, including Prisma, S-supermarket, Sale, Hesburger, and some coffee shops. However, application forms and other documents issued by this bank are in Finnish, so you probably need Google Translator.

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Tips for opening a bank account in Finland

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You will need a Finnish bank account for several online services such as stronger identification and accessing public services. To get a card from this bank, you need to have your Residence Permit card (for social security number you have to visit DVV first), passport, Finnish ID card (issued by Finnish Police), and other possible documents to prove your identity.

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The chaplains also provide professional psychological help. Don't hesitate to try.

https://www.oulu.fi/en/for-students/student-wellbeing-and-everyday-life/religions-and-university-chaplains

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Information about university chaplains who serve students and staff in various matters.

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https://www.oulu.fi/en/war-ukraine

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Information and discussion events about life and living in Northern Finland

Talent Boost programme of the University of Oulu support Ukrainian refugees in Finland by organizing small-group meetings online and face-to-face in Oulu (and Northern Finland). In the events participants will learn about Finland as a country, Finnish society and living in Finland. Also tips for everyday local life will be shared and participants will learn about cultural shock. The trainers are David Delahunty, Monika Luukkonen and Aija Saari from the University of Oulu. The discussions will be interpreted and the length will be around 2 hours. To book the event, please contact monika.luukkonen@oulu.fi.

University courses

At the Open University you can study courses that belong to the range of courses offered as part of the University of Oulu's degree programmes. The courses are open for everyone, regardless of age or basic education can participate in these courses, and some of the courses are free of charge. More information available on the homepage of the University of Continuous Learning

In addition, the Finnish Open Universities want to show their support for anyone under temporary protection by offering them free study opportunities. To see the offering visit the web page of the Aalto University

EDUFI Fellowship for doctoral students from Ukraine

Finnish National Agency for Education has opened an EDUFI Fellowship for doctoral students from Ukraine call for applications for doctoral students currently fleeing the war in Ukraine. EDUFI Fellowship provides doctoral level students from Ukraine the opportunity to continue their academic work in Finland and supports the academic community and the reconstruction of higher education system in Ukraine. For more information, visit on the webpage of the Finnish National Agency for Education.

Study opportunities in Finnish universities

Visit the Study in Finland webpage to see the study options that Finnish universities are offering to support students whose studies in Ukrainian universities have been interrupted.

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The University of Oulu news and guidelines related to the war in Ukraine

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UniOulu Ambassadors | University of Oulu

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You can contact UniOulu Ambassadors through their Facebook page.

UniOulu Ambassadors help with questions about studies and student life: teaching methods, team work, student tutors, ICT facilities, housing, finding friends, adapting to weather, public transportation, extra-curricular activities etc.

For questions regarding admissions we ask you to contact Admissions Team.

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You can contact UniOulu Ambassadors through their Facebook page. UniOulu Ambassadors help with questions about studies and student life: teaching methods, team work, student tutors, ICT facilities, housing, finding friends, adapting to weather, public transportation, extra-curricular activities etc. For questions regarding admissions we ask you to contact Admissions Team.

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Student organization of Faculty of Education

Motiva ry (wordpress.com)
Motiva International | Facebook

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University Quiet room (hiljanen huone)
can be used for prayer.

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Lutheran
Oulun tuomiokirkko: Kirkkokatu 3 (the city cathedral)
Tuiran kirkko: Myllytie 5
Pyhän Tuomaan kirkko: Mielikintie 3
Vanha Kappeli: Kajaanintie 1

Catholic
Nasaretin Pyhän Perheen kirkko: LIisantie 2

Orthodox
Pyhän Kolminaisuuden katedraali: Torikatu 74

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Oulu Central Mosque: Linnankatu 23

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This is an interesting book to provide insights into the highs and lows of fantastic Finland.

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See how Matti is awkward in different situations.

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Services provided by Career Centre of the University

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Services provided by Career Centre of the University

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General Information (drop-in service, elevator pitch, mock interview, 1:1 Guidance, etc.)：https://www.oulu.fi/en/students/working-life/career-centre

Recruitment Events (The event calendar is important): https://www.oulu.fi/en/for-students/working-life/recruitment-events

Workshops (Facts about Finnish job market: CV, application, recruitment procedure, interview, salary negotiation, etc.): https://www.oulu.fi/en/for-students/working-life/career-centre-workshops

Mentoring Programme (Networking matters): https://www.oulu.fi/en/cooperation/mentoring

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Aarresaari Valojobs -list

Oulu University posts

Jobmarket Finland

Oulu City information about work and Entrepreneurship

Kuntarekry Find Jobs (for jobs offered by regions and cities in Finland)

Valtiolle Jobs (Government jobs and vacancies)

Monster career opportunities

Duunitori jobs in English

Jooble jobs in Finland (only in Finnish)

Jooble international opportunities

Rekrytointi.com, open jobs and career opportunity insights

TEK career

ICTrekry, vacancies, job try-outs and career information

Beta, Jobs in Finland. English speaking jobs in Finland

Internships Search | ERASMUSINTERN

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You might get pissed off by this page during the first weeks in Finland. This is the reason why you should register yourself at dvv and try to apply for an ID card at police station. They allow you to unlock online public services as they ALL require e-identification. If you log through your bank account, make sure to unlock the service at the bank.

Finnish online services cover police, bank, tax, health, etc (it appears as omakanta, omakela, and so on). (oma means own)

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Oulu is a beautiful city for cycling. There are bike paths that lead to pretty much everywhere in Oulu so it is a worth-while investment!  You can always find good ones on the FB Market place/Oulu Sale Point/Tori.

Some 2nd hand bike stores in Oulu:
Työpaja Cykkeli
Paakakatu 2, 90520 Oulu, Finland
+358 40 0722600
They also do bike repairs or if you want to save more you can buy the spare parts at the supermarket and bring to them to do maintenance for really cheap price!

Center for Sustainable Development
Sorvarintie 18, 90530 Oulu
0447328034

Tuiran Pyörä (Tuira Bike Repairs)
Merikoskenkatu 3, 90500 Oulu
0405559544

Note: Be aware of bike thief or buying a stolen bike on social media.

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This will be your primary way to find housing here in Oulu. Most of the time PSOAS can provide the most reasonable prices. Note that "unfurnished" means the bedroom is empty except for a 3/4 - door wardrobe. The public zones for shared rooms (kitchen, WC, bathroom) of the apartment are equipped with basic facilities (oven, refrigerator...). Luckily, you can find free, second-handed and brand new furniture in multiple ways within a week.

https://www.psoas.fi/en/
Mannenkatu 6 A
90130 Oulu

tel. +358 8 3173 110
asuntotoimisto@psoas.fi