Aalto’s new community-built sauna floats on repurposed wind turbine blades
Aalto-born Reverlast is transforming old wind turbine blades into durable floating structures designed to withstand even harsh marine conditions
Get ready for master’s application period
The application period for Aalto University's master's programmes starts on 28 Nov 2024. Get to know our programmes and find your favourite!
World changing innovations are born from radical creativity
Aalto University introduces 12 new world-changing innovations at Slush, including learning tools for radical creativity
Makers of the Impossible
A showcase of space conquerors, pioneers of sustainable fashion and many others who are determined to make the impossible possible!
Welcome to Marsio!
The new meeting place on campus invites you to visit. Enjoy our many great events or come for lunch and visit the Aalto University Shop!
Spotlight
Find more current news and interesting events on the News and events page.
Five things everyone should know about AI in the workplace
Generative AI seems to be everywhere these days, but does it really make work easier and businesses more productive?
Boost your skills: learn the basics of radical creativity
Creative thinking and related ability to change are core competencies of the future in all fields. Aalto University launched a free online introductory course on radical creativity in Finnish and English on November 14, 2024.
Join our many events
Find more current news and interesting events on the News and events page.
Y Science
Y Science is an event that brings together the curious scientific community and the business world to inspire concrete action and contribution to the society in the field of life sciences.
Looking for work in Finland - introductions to best practice
Are you seeking employment opportunities in Finland? Don't miss the informative seminar on 'Looking for Work in Finland – Introductions to Best Practice.' Join us and gain valuable insights into Finnish job market on Tue 26 Nov 2024.
Tenured Professors' Installation Talks 16.12.2024 (external link)
Aalto University celebrates its tenured professors with popular talks by the new tenure track professors of Associate or Full level.
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Welcome to our campus!
Planning a visit or hosting a group? Learn how to make the most of your visit to Aalto University campus or how to give a memorable visit to your delegation.
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Virtual Campus Experience
Explore Aalto University’s campus from anywhere in the world! Our digital guides introduce you to our learning facilities, laboratories, workshops, service spots and outdoor spaces. Experience the tour on desktop, mobile or with VR headset.
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Bridging the gap between science and decision making
Our experts break down what we should know about current societal trends.
Five things policy-makers should know about improving health care
Tweaking the healthcare system won’t help if its structure provides the wrong incentives, says Paul Lillrank. The professor emeritus of industrial economics gives his views on what’s wrong with Finland’s healthcare system and what should be done about it.
Five things everyone needs to know about boosting the sustainable bioeconomy
Assistant Professor Luana Dessbesell explains what makes bioinnovation truly sustainable and how to avoid challenges that stalk growth entrepreneurs.
Five things to know about university impact
When you think about the powerhouses ensuring our societal and economical success, universities may not be the first thing to pop into mind. It's clear that a university's basic function is to provide education and advance scientific research, but what else is there?
Explore our six schools
Scientific research and artistic activities are carried out at six schools and their departments and units.
School of Arts, Design and Architecture
One of the most prestigious universities in its fields. We educate our students to create imaginative, collaborative, compassionate and unconventional approaches to the most pressing challenges of today.
School of Engineering
Research, education and new solutions in the fields of mechanical engineering, civil engineering and built environment.
School of Business
We strive for better business and better society. We excel in education and research with a multidisciplinary approach and in collaboration with our partners.
School of Chemical Engineering
We combine natural sciences and engineering in a unique way.
School of Electrical Engineering
We are experts in systems science developing integrated solutions from care of the elderly to space robotics.
School of Science
Science for tomorrow’s technology, innovations and businesses
Community voices
Studies and courses open to all
Lifewide Learning
Aalto University Lifewide Learning helps you develop your skills in an ever-changing environment.
Aalto University Open University
Open University courses are open to everyone regardless of background or age. Open University offers individual courses in Business, Technology, Languages, and Art and Design. Students are admitted to individual courses in the order of registration.
Aalto University Junior
Aalto University Junior is art, science, technology and entrepreneurship for children, young people and teachers - to support teaching, personal joy and a source of enthusiasm.
Information on Ukraine
Ukraine war
On this page, we will gather information on how Russia's invasion of Ukraine affects Aalto University’s operations.
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At Aalto University, we create the conditions for innovation, economic growth, employment and wellbeing. A gift to the university is an investment in a better future.
Research & Art
Our research focuses on seven key areas combining four core competences in the fields of ICT, materials, arts, design and business together with three grand challenges related to energy, living environment, and health.
Give for the future
Join us in building a sustainable future! Together we can solve some of the toughest problems of our time.