The visions that shaped us: Nokia Design Archive opens to the public online
Opening the door to two decades of Nokia’s inner workings, a new online portal brings never-before-seen material to the public.
Apply to English bachelor's programmes
The application period for bachelor's programmes that are taught in English is 8–23 Jan 2025. Find your favourite programme and apply!
Nokia Design Archive — explore the ideas that shaped our world
Find out how Nokia changed the world, discover the incredible story behind the archive and visit the Archive itself!
Believe in a more hopeful and international Finland with us!
Aalto University launches fundraising campaign with aim of raising €30 million as university celebrates 15th anniversary
Welcome to Marsio!
The new meeting place on campus invites you to visit. Enjoy our many great events or come for lunch and visit the Aalto University Shop!
Spotlight
Find more current news and interesting events on the News and events page.
Peter Sarlin’s substantial donation to strengthen AI research in Finland – 13 new professorships in Finnish universities and the ELLIS Institute
The substantial donation supports AI research at thirteen universities: Aalto University, Hanken School of Economics, National Defence University, Tampere University, University of Eastern Finland, University of Helsinki, University of Lapland, University of Jyväskylä, University of Oulu, University of the Arts Helsinki, University of Turku, University of Vaasa, and Åbo Akademi University. Additionally, the donation supports the
activities of the international ELLIS Institute.
Aalto University launches fundraising campaign with aim of raising €30 million as university celebrates 15th anniversary
With the donations, Aalto will be able to respond better to the growing needs of high-quality education, research and innovation
Join our many events
Find more current news and interesting events on the News and events page.
Winter Satellite Workshop 2025
The Winter Satellite Workshop 2025 will take place in Otaniemi, Dipoli, from Tuesday to Thursday, 21-23. January. The event is the largest New Space event in Finland and other Nordic and Baltic countries.
Summer Job Day 2025
During this live event, arts, design, technical and business students meet employers offering summer jobs.
Take it or leave it recycling event open to all spring 2025
Welcome to the open to all recycling event!
Welcome to Aalto University!
Welcome to our campus!
Planning a visit or hosting a group? Learn how to make the most of your visit to Aalto University campus or how to give a memorable visit to your delegation.
Visiting Aalto UniversityMarsio, the campus open-to-all meeting placeExplore our campusExplore our vibrant innovation ecosystem
Virtual Campus Experience
Explore Aalto University’s campus from anywhere in the world! Our digital guides introduce you to our learning facilities, laboratories, workshops, service spots and outdoor spaces. Experience the tour on desktop, mobile or with VR headset.
Important quicklinks
Bridging the gap between science and decision making
Our experts break down what we should know about current societal trends.
Five things policy-makers should know about improving health care
Tweaking the healthcare system won’t help if its structure provides the wrong incentives, says Paul Lillrank. The professor emeritus of industrial economics gives his views on what’s wrong with Finland’s healthcare system and what should be done about it.
Five things everyone needs to know about boosting the sustainable bioeconomy
Assistant Professor Luana Dessbesell explains what makes bioinnovation truly sustainable and how to avoid challenges that stalk growth entrepreneurs.
Five things to know about university impact
When you think about the powerhouses ensuring our societal and economical success, universities may not be the first thing to pop into mind. It's clear that a university's basic function is to provide education and advance scientific research, but what else is there?
Explore our six schools
Scientific research and artistic activities are carried out at six schools and their departments and units.
School of Arts, Design and Architecture
One of the most prestigious universities in its fields. We educate our students to create imaginative, collaborative, compassionate and unconventional approaches to the most pressing challenges of today.
School of Engineering
Research, education and new solutions in the fields of mechanical engineering, civil engineering and built environment.
School of Business
We strive for better business and better society. We excel in education and research with a multidisciplinary approach and in collaboration with our partners.
School of Chemical Engineering
We combine natural sciences and engineering in a unique way.
School of Electrical Engineering
We are experts in systems science developing integrated solutions from care of the elderly to space robotics.
School of Science
Science for tomorrow’s technology, innovations and businesses
Community voices
Studies and courses open to all
Lifewide Learning
Aalto University Lifewide Learning helps you develop your skills in an ever-changing environment.
Aalto University Open University
Open University courses are open to everyone regardless of background or age. Open University offers individual courses in Business, Technology, Languages, and Art and Design. Students are admitted to individual courses in the order of registration.
Aalto University Junior
Aalto University Junior is art, science, technology and entrepreneurship for children, young people and teachers - to support teaching, personal joy and a source of enthusiasm.
Information on Ukraine
Ukraine war
On this page, we will gather information on how Russia's invasion of Ukraine affects Aalto University’s operations.
Read about our research and donate
At Aalto University, we create the conditions for innovation, economic growth, employment and wellbeing. A gift to the university is an investment in a better future.
Research & Art
Our research focuses on seven key areas combining four core competences in the fields of ICT, materials, arts, design and business together with three grand challenges related to energy, living environment, and health.
Give for the future
Join us in building a sustainable future! Together we can solve some of the toughest problems of our time.