Aalto University Summer School

Get to know Finland through Summer School

Gain new friends and experience the best Finnish summer has to offer.
Students of the Radical Creativity Summer School course exploring Somenlinna Sea Fortress.
Summer School students exploring the beautiful cliffs of the Suomenlinna island outside Helsinki.

Aalto University Summer School is designed for summer fun in Finland

Aalto University Summer School is not only about studying but also a social experience. We believe that enjoying the Finnish summer is the best way to get the most out of intense academic experiences and challenging coursework. That is why, each year, students get to enjoy fun, Finnish summer activities and visit the most important summer sites together with coursemates.

Taking courses at Aalto University Summer School is an easy way to grasp Finnish culture and the Helsinki region. Whilst we develop the social program every year, check what we have done in the past and picture yourself spending next summer at Aalto University!

Social program all year round

Our custom programs and some of our courses are up and running throughout the year, and the social program is carefully planned accordingly.

Aalto University Summer School networking event

Summer School social programme and events

Get to know your coursemates and Finland through engaging extracurricular activities and social events organised by the Summer School team.

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Students networking at a social event by Aalto University Summer School in Helsinki.

Winter School social programme and events

Discover the amazing people in your class and uncover the wonders of Finland with exciting extracurricular activities.

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Why summers in Finland are magical

Midsummer, midnight sun and a fresh mindset. Finland provides students with the perfect setting for summer relaxation

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People sitting in front of a cottage after a sauna

Travel arrangements for Summer and Winter School students

Learn about the guidelines for visa application and budgeting for your stay during the summer course.

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Aalto University students lying in the grass laughing.

5 things to do in the winter or early spring when visiting Aalto University

Study programs abroad allow you to explore a new city and culture. Luckily there is a lot to do close to the Aalto University campus.

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Students by a bonfire in a snowy forest.

What you can easily do on your own in Finland

Not all social program needs to be organized. Exploring Finland yourself can be an inspiring way to spend your summer before, after or in-between the courses you have selected. Here are some tips on how you can complete your journey to be ever so inspiring.

Check out the ‘This is Finland’ page gathered by Aalto University staff for all things and tips Finnish!

A guy peeks from behind fresh green birch branches. Photo: Aalto University / Unto Rautio

Fall in love with Finland and Aalto

Finland’s excellent reputation in education, combined with a wide range of courses offered in English, makes Finland and Aalto University an attractive study destination for international students.

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