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Ukraine war
On this page, we will gather information on how Russia's invasion of Ukraine affects Aalto University’s operations.
Aalto University condemns Russia's invasion of Ukraine and expresses its support to Ukraine and its academic community. We strive to provide various forms of support to those affected by the war. We expect every member of our community to act according to our values, appreciating and respecting each other, taking a cooperative and responsible approach. We have zero tolerance for all forms of hate speech and harassment.
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- We have ensured that the work and studies of Aalto’s Ukrainian employees and students will not be interrupted during the war. We are also in contact with Russian and Belarusian members of our community to provide support.
- Regardless of the critical situation and our nationalities, we are all members of the Aalto community where every individual is equally important and valued. We expect every member of our community to act according to our values, appreciating and respecting each other, taking a cooperative and responsible approach. We have zero tolerance for all forms of hate speech and harassment.
- The financial situation of many Aalto students has become or will become more difficult due to the war. We investigate the support needs of each of them individually.
- If a student has been admitted to an English-medium degree programme in spring 2024, and they have entered Finland having received temporary protection and are liable to tuition fees, they may, on humanitarian grounds, apply for the Aalto scholarship. This applies to students who did not receive a Category A scholarship on academic grounds. More detailed information and instructions on this page.
- We will adhere to the travel advice of the Ministry for Foreign Affairs which is calling for people to avoid travel to Ukraine, Russia and Belarus. We will actively work to find alternative exchange places for those who have planned to go on a student exchange in these countries. The exchange coordinators of each school will provide further assistance in this matter.
- Aalto University has a coordination group for Ukraine-related matters, chaired by the president. The group coordinates the actions Aalto University will take in response to the situation in Ukraine and is in charge of the related communications and cooperation with our partners and the authorities.
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We offer scholarships and study rights without fees to Ukrainian degree students and degree students who have received asylum from Ukraine. The study right entitles the student to complete individual study unts (or study modules, e.g. minors), but not a degree. Most of the courses offered in English are on master's level. Applications for the study rights can be submitted until 13th of April 2025.
Applications for scholarships for the free non-degree studies can be submitted from 14th of October to 29th of November 2024. The scholarships cover the spring term 2025 and are offered subject to available funds.
- Aalto University collects donations to be used for scholarships to help these students cover their living costs during studies in Finland. Read more.
- Aalto has launched two open online courses on Finnish working life and entrepreneurship for Ukrainians. The free courses are ín Ukrainian language and introduce Finnish working life, career-building and how to launch a business in Finland. Read more.
- The Aalto University Open University is offering studies without tuition fees for Ukraine citizens. The free studies may be taken until 31 July 2025.
- Aalto University is offering researchers forced to leave Ukrainian universities due to Russia’s invasion the chance to continue their academic work at Aalto. The application process for one-year visiting scientists’ positions continues, and a few researchers have already started their work. The positions offered will go to altogether about 20 researchers. See the recruitment announcement here.
- Our alumni community has expressed their strong support to Ukraine and the Ukrainian people. The Aalto alumni network board has asked the alumni for ideas on ways to help people in need.
- Aalto University follows the recommendation of the Ministry of Education and Culture to refrain from all cooperation with Russian partner organisations. We will not initiate new projects and existing cooperation will be suspended for the time being. Read more on this internal page.
- Should you face any problems or questions arising from the situation at work or during your studies, please write to [email protected]. A multi-professional team will read and treat all messages from students and staff on a confidential basis.
- The staff may also contact occupational health care or the HR Services of their school or unit.
- Students may contact the Finnish Student Health Service (FSHS), the learning services of their school or the Starting Point of Wellbeing.
Other Aalto websites related to Ukraine war
Aalto's support during the war in Ukraine
The page contains information and examples of our actions.
Restrictive measures on account of the Russian aggression on Ukraine
On this internal webpage you can find a short summary of the restrictive measures against Russia.
Read our news on Ukraine
Aalto University experts support Ukraine in rebuilding and developing its business sector
The European Union's Seeds of Bravery programme involves business accelerators from 11 countries
Kyunghyun Cho supports the education of the next generations and the rebuilding of Ukraine
Kyunghyun Cho donates 10,000 dollars to Aalto University Junior and 10,000 dollars to a course on the reconstruction of Ukraine
Ministry of the Interior: One in three Ukrainians wants to stay in Finland while many are uncertain about the future
The results were analysed by doctoral researcher Anastasiya Koptsyukh from the School of Business and visiting researcher Arseniy Svynarenko from the Finnish Youth Research Society
Women business-owners fear War more than men
Women business-owners fear the war in Ukraine more than their male counterparts, finds new research by the School of Business- Published:
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