Undergraduate summer courses
We offer multidisciplinary academic summer courses for undergraduate students.
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Aalto University Summer School
Experience arts, business and technology all at one campus.
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Ready for the summer of your life?
The application period is open! 🌞 The application period for this summer is 1 February- 31 May 2024.
Aalto University Summer School offers multidisciplinary academic courses and programs for the summer teaching period. Choose between various cutting-edge courses, experience future-led learning, expand your international networks and make next summer an unforgettable experience at Aalto University.
Graduate summer courses
We offer multidisciplinary academic summer courses for students and professionals with completed undergraduate degrees.
Campaign offer for Radical Creativity course by Aalto University Summer School
Get 10% off the tuition fee when applying by April 30th 2024.
Discover our most recent courses
We have launched new courses during the application period. Check them out!
Human-Centered UX Design
Human-centered user experience design places people at the forefront of technological advancements, ensuring that products and services meet their needs and preferences. In an increasingly digital world, prioritizing human-centric design enhances usability and contributes to the overall well-being and inclusivity of society. This course will focus on developing the skills necessary to understand the user experience and integrate it into design projects.
Entrepreneurship for Engineers
This summer course is designed to equip aspiring scientists, engineers or working professionals with the essential knowledge and skills of business and entrepreneurship in the age of digitalisation and artificial intelligence.
Game Design (July)
This multidisciplinary course combines game design's artistic and technical aspects, contemporary game development and prototyping.
Sustainable Cities and Societies
Whether you're an aspiring urban planner, environmental advocate, or simply passionate about building a better world, the Sustainable Cities and Societies summer course is your gateway to understanding and contributing to the sustainable cities movement.
Radical Creativity
Dive into the ambiguous concept of radical creativity! Explore its many levels to find out what it means to you in the context of your personal identity, in relation to others, and within complex societal challenges.
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News Highlights
Discover the inspiration you need to prepare for summer by exploring the experiences of previous summer school participants.
The Aalto University Summer School application period opens for summer 2024
Aalto University Summer School launched its most extensive course offering yet for the upcoming summer.
Aalto University Summer School welcomes more students than ever in the summer of 2023
More than 530 applications were submitted during the application period.
Summer school teacher interview: The Data Visualisation summer course equips you with the must-have tools for communication in a data-scentric world
This August, Aalto University Summer School offers a course on Data Visualisation that deep-dives into visualisation methods, digital tools, and principles of storytelling. Course instructor Dr. Tomi Kauppinen, Head of Aalto Online Learning at Aalto University, shares his thoughts on why data visualisation is such an important skill in your toolkit today.
Summer School alum story: Embracing sustainability and diverse perspectives in the Circular Economy course
The Circular Economy course taught Dominika Kwasková new perspectives in both the business world and in working with a diverse group.
Summer School alum story: "Nordic Biomaterials is ideal for getting inspiration and new ideas for projects"
Nordic Biomaterials by CHEMARTS inspires students to combine design and material science for new cellulose-driven concepts and ideas.
Summer School Alum Story: Toward personal growth and intrinsic motivation in the Self Leadership course
Summer School alum Christina Malikiosi reflects on her experience Self Leadership course, including personal growth and motivational factors.
Learn more about the Otaniemi campus and Finland
Experience Finland through Summer School
Gain new friends and experience the best Finnish summer has to offer.
Campus
Aalto University's campus in Otaniemi is the home of an innovative community.
Explore the campus virtually at virtualtour.aalto.fi.
Travel arrangements for Summer School students
Learn about the guidelines for visa application and budgeting for your stay during the summer course.
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Summer school teacher interview: The Data Visualisation summer course equips you with the must-have tools for communication in a data-scentric world
This August, Aalto University Summer School offers a course on Data Visualisation that deep-dives into visualisation methods, digital tools, and principles of storytelling. Course instructor Dr. Tomi Kauppinen, Head of Aalto Online Learning at Aalto University, shares his thoughts on why data visualisation is such an important skill in your toolkit today.
Summer School teacher interview: Learn how to approach design challenges in the Nordic Product Design course by Aalto University Summer School
Aalto University Summer School offers a brand-new undergraduate-level summer course on Nordic Product Design for 2024.
The Aalto University Summer School application period opens for summer 2024
Aalto University Summer School launched its most extensive course offering yet for the upcoming summer.
Summer School Program Assistant Ilona Jääskeläinen: “I always felt like a part of the team.”
Ilona Jääskeläinen quickly became a crucial part of the Summer School team during the summer of 2023.Download the Summer School Brochure for 2024
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