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Bachelor's programmes in English

Aalto University offers bachelor’s programmes in English in the fields of business and economics, science and technology as well as art and design. Scroll down for all the study options! 
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At Aalto University, you'll get to study in an international and multidisciplinary environment together with students from all around the globe! After graduating from the bachelor's programme, you will automatically have the right to continue studies in the selected master's programmes. The next application period for bachelor's programmes taught in English is 8–23 January 2025.

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Bachelor's Programme in Design and Media

The Bachelor’s Programme in Design prepares students for designing future products, services and systems in a creative and critical manner. Students are given the freedom to define themselves as designers, each finding their own ways of working and direction when exploring problems, developing solutions and forming opportunities.

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Design and Media, Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts (Art and Design)

Design is not linked purely to physical objects but digital experiences and abstract concepts as well, enhancing its power to shape the world. Embracing these opportunities, the Bachelor’s Programme in Design prepares students for designing future products, services and systems in a creative and critical manner.

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Bachelor’s programmes in Economics and International Business

The Bachelor's Programme in Economics is for analytical students who are fascinated by complex challenges such as climate change, global inequality and financial instability. The students will study formal modelling, empirical methods and institutions at the leading centre of economic research in Finland. The studies also include sequences in mathematics and programming, taught at the Aalto School of Science. 

The Bachelor’s Programme in International Business (also called the BScBA Programme) provides students with a comprehensive range of skills and knowledge to build, develop and lead companies on a global scale. A bachelor’s degree in business with an international focus opens up a wide variety of career opportunities in the private and public sectors, across all industries and continents.

Economics, Bachelor of Science and Master of Science (Economics and Business Administration)

The Economics programme provides tools and knowledge to understand and explain current phenomena in the world from an economic perspective.

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International Business, Bachelor of Science (Mikkeli) and Master of Science (Otaniemi) (Economics and Business Administration)

The Bachelor’s Programme in International Business provides students with a comprehensive range of skills and knowledge to build, develop and lead companies on a global scale. A bachelor’s degree in business with an international focus opens up a wide variety of career opportunities across all industries and continents.

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Aalto Bachelor's Programme in Science and Technology

The Aalto Bachelor's Programme in Science and Technology covers a range of scientific disciplines centred around engineering, science, and mathematics. The aims of the programme is to equip students with an interdisciplinary skillset that allows them to approach new problems with creative problem-solving attitude and develop innovative solutions.

Chemical Engineering, Bachelor of Science and Master of Science (Technology)

Embark on a journey in chemical engineering. Designed for those passionate about innovation, sustainability, chemistry and problem-solving.

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Computational Engineering, Bachelor of Science and Master of Science (Technology)

In Computational Engineering, you’ll learn to simulate the behaviours of physical objects, fluids and gases to solve real-world problems.

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Computer Engineering, Bachelor of Science and Master of Science (Technology)

In Computer Engineering, you’ll dive deep into hardware and software infrastructure to become a leading innovator in the future of AI & IoT.

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Data Science, Bachelor of Science and Master of Science (Technology)

In Data Science, students dive into the foundations of our knowledge society where the demand for data science professionals is ever-growing.

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Digital Systems and Design, Bachelor of Science and Master of Science (Technology)

Digital Systems and Design will make you an expert at the intersection between electrical engineering and design, with the hands-on skills to lead in your field.

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Quantum Technology, Bachelor of Science and Master of Science (Technology)

Dive deep into quantum technology to master new computing, communication, and sensing paradigms that will define the future of technology.

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Discover the experiences of our students

Check out programme videos on YouTube to get insights from students who are already studying in the programmes. You can also watch webinar recordings where our student ambassadors discuss the study content, typical school days, campus, student life and more.
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Rankings

Aalto University performs well in international university rankings. In subject-specific rankings, we place 8th globally in art & design and are in the top 100 in several other subjects. We have gathered information on our performance in the best-known university rankings on this page.

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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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Studying at the Aalto campus

Aalto's main campus is an ideal environment for living, studying and leisure. Find out what our beautiful Otaniemi campus has to offer to its student community.

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