Well-being and Health
Student well-being, quality of life, energy levels, and ability to study are influenced by many factors—such as your health, hobbies, and relationships. On this page, you’ll find helpful information, practical tips, and a variety of services designed to support your well-being and help you thrive during your studies.
Student well-being services
Student well-being services provide, for example, guidance and counseling on various study-related and well-being issues. The services are staffed by university counselors, a study psychologist, and a well-being instructor.
On the website of the Student Well-being Services, you can find more detailed instructions, for example, on how to book an appointment with a university social worker, as well as a lot of useful information to support your studies and take care of your own well-being.
More Services to Support Your Well-Being
Finnish Student Health Service (FSHS) supports your health and well-being throughout your studies. FSHS is an expert of student health services, and they offer you low-threshold services on general, oral and mental health. They also take care of the well-being of student communities.
With a Wellness pass you get to do sports, enjoy culture and support your overall well-being in a variety of ways. The Student Union of the University of Lapland coordinates the Wellness pass.
Get familiar with what the Wellness pass has to offer >
The well-being instructor in student well-being services can also help you get started with a physically active lifestyle.
Please also get familiar with the sports and leisure activities offered by the city of Rovaniemi. Remember that the northern location of Rovaniemi offers an excellent setting for enjoying Arctic nature in Rovaniemi and elsewhere in Lapland, the northernmost region of Finland.
Rovaniemi is a bustling city of culture: plenty of cultural events are on offer, as well as theatre, music, dance, exhibitions and movies. Explore what the Student Union of the University of Lapland (LYY), the Student Theatre of Lapland (LYT), Student Choir of Lapland (Lapin ylioppilaskuoro) and the city of Rovaniemi, for example, have to offer.
Support for Challenging Situations
Life brings a wide range of experiences—some joyful and uplifting, others more difficult and demanding. Whether you’re facing personal challenges or going through a tough time, there is support available.
At the University of Lapland, both on campus in Rovaniemi and online, you can access a variety of guidance services, assistance, and crisis support. Below, you’ll find a selection of available services to help you navigate challenging situations.
We also encourage you to explore the University of Lapland’s Safe Learning Environment model for more information on how we promote safety and well-being in our academic community.
Supporting students
Promoting Well-Being at Our University
