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Supporting your study wellbeing, December 2023

Dear student, the semester is approaching its end, and we hope the past months of studying have gone well for you. Remember that Aalto University provides various services to support your study ability and wellbeing. For more information, please see our current services.
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The main page of Aalto's guidance and support

On this page, we have collected information about services, materials and individuals that can help students with their study planning, study well-being and career reflections.

Starting Point of Wellbeing offers drop-in guidance on matters related to wellbeing and study ability

Starting Point of Wellbeing offers guidance on matters related to well-being and study ability. You can meet with study psychologists, study counselors, special educators, Aalto chaplains, and career counselors without an appointment – check the drop-in guidance times on the website and come for a chat!

Personal Impact course offering 2023-2024

Personal Impact brings to light already existing courses in Aalto University on values and meaningfulness, self-leadership, societal impact, human potential and well-being. Courses boost your skills of self-leadership, leadership and personal development. Check the list of courses.

Start your studies with Pomodoro | Aalto University

Are you having trouble getting started with your studies? Do you struggle to establish routines? Does studying feel like a lonely task? Would you like to study alongside others in a similar situation? Join us for guided studying and pick up tips for more effective work during Pomodoro sessions!

Courses, workshops and self-study materials for students

Here you'll find information on our groups, workshops and online material for well-being, study skills and coping. The pages are administered by the Starting Point of Wellbeing. The groups and workshops are conducted in Finnish or English.

The Best Thing Today is a podcast series by Aalto University’s psychologists

The Best Thing Today is a podcast series by Aalto study, career and advanced study psychologists.

FSHS – Groups and virtual courses!

During the academic year, FSHS arrange preventive and treatment groups both remotely and at our service units.  In a group you can get support for your health and life management. More information on the website. 

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