Aalto University

Aalto University

is where people who think differently bring the best out of each other. A place where imagination and theory meet practice and reality. A community to solve challenges most consider impossible.

Aalto was created with a mission to lead a way for a nation. To unite a diverse set of people through science, arts, technology and business. To create a better world by bringing quantum engineers, urban economists and fashion designers to collide and to elevate each other.

Our way is to accelerate curiosity and responsibility towards solving the biggest challenges in the world. For this task we offer an academic environment that reimagines the way a university operates.

We are inspirited through the radical creativity of our students and the entrepreneurial mindset of our community. We drive fundamental research and fuel sustainable growth. Make theories become solutions and prototypes become breakthroughs.

Our differences are the gravity that pulls us together and the chemistry that sparks us to action. Together we build beyond the status quo and always find a way forward.

Campus - a lively community

Campus

Aalto University's campus in Otaniemi is the home of an innovative community.

Explore the campus virtually at virtualtour.aalto.fi.

School of business students sitting in front of the campus and laughing

Campus maps, addresses and opening hours in Otaniemi

Here you will also find restaurants, the map, the Aalto Space mobile app, access control - all practical information on one page! You can also visit the campus virtually.

Aalto-yliopisto / Unto Rautio
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Aalto as an employer

We are an international community, working on top research, art and education. Join us in changing the world!

Open positions

Careers at Aalto University

For international personnel

Tenure track career system

Strategy and values

News

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Summer and autumn brings changes at Aalto University metro station

Renovations to Aalto University metro station will close the entrances in summer 2024
Hallituksen jäsenet istumassa yleisön edessä Marsio-rakennuksen esiintymislavalla.
For Aalto community University Published:

Board appoints Dean Timo Korkeamäki to a second term

Prior to its official meeting, the Aalto University board participated in a community event, answered questions submitted by Aaltonians and invited the community to participate in the university's preview process.
Some copies of Aalto University Magazine in Finnish and English displayed on the running track of the Otaniemi sports field.
Aalto Magazine Published:

The new Aalto University Magazine showcases the makers of the impossible

The theme of the September issue aligns with the exhibitions opening on campus.
Elina Kähkönen, Aalto-yliopisto
Appointments Published:

Elina Kähkönen appointed Cross-cutting Areas Officer at Aalto University

Elina Kähkönen has previously worked as the head of the Aalto Co-Educator team at Aalto University

Key figures and Aalto Handbook

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Key figures of 2023 and annual reports

On this page we present key figures of 2023 and the Annual Board Report and Financial Statements.

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A logo. Photo: Mikko Raskinen

Aalto Handbook

Here you will find information regarding Aalto University’s organisation, various operators, management processes, operational principles and the guiding rules and policies of our operations.

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Board

The Aalto University Board decides on the strategy, operation and financial issues and is responsible for any far-reaching plans.

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Management

The executive bodies of the university are the Board (AUFB), the President, and the University Academic Affairs Committee (AAC). The President's Management Team (PMT) coordinates the daily work at the university and the preparation of pre-decision motions. The Aalto Management Team (AMT) furthers transparency and open dialogue in decision-making regarding university development.

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Aalto University's Learning Centre / Photo by Tuomas Uusheimo

Organisation

Aalto University is a foundation-based university and has six schools.

Aalto Handbook
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Schools, departments and units

Scientific research, artistic activities and teaching are carried out at Aalto's six schools and their departments and units.

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Students of architecture.

History

On 1 January 2010, the Helsinki School of Economics, Helsinki University of Technology and the University of Art and Design Helsinki merged and Aalto University started operating.

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Dipoli / Photo by Tuomas Uusheimo

Otaniemi campus to develop into a lively neighbourhood

The university's campus is in Otaniemi, home of the lively community that supports innovations. The goal of the campus development is to mix valuable history and new ways of planning.

Campus

Events

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Students

Theses & Tomatoes: Start your studies with Pomodoro

Join us for guided studying and pick up tips for more effective work during Pomodoro sessions!
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Exhibitions

Flowing carbon celebration event

Celebration event to close the Flowing carbon exhibition
Lines of Descent: Data visualisation tools to empower genetic research
Exhibitions

Lines of Descent (external link)

Lines of Descent: Data visualisation tools to empower genetic research.
In this exhibition, you will have the opportunity to explore the impact of
Finland's genetic legacy and how it is reshaping the future of medical research.
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Information sessions, Students

Workshop on writing article thesis summary

Support for doctoral students planning and writing their article thesis summary

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.

Read more about rankings
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Our strategy

Aalto University's future is built upon a foundation of high-quality research, education, impact and shared values – responsibility, courage, and collaboration. The purpose of the university is to shape a sustainable future.

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Endowment and investment strategy
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Code of Conduct - Values into practice

The Aalto University Code of Conduct is one way of putting our values and way of working — the foundation of our community culture — into practice

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A student taking a book from a shelf in Aalto University's library.

Sustainability

Aalto-University's purpose is to shape a sustainable future. At Aalto, we create solutions that enable well-being within the planetary boundaries.

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Equality, diversity and inclusion at Aalto

We build a diverse and inclusive community where all students, faculty, staff, and stakeholders can feel a sense of belonging and fulfill their professional, educational, and social aspirations

War in Ukraine

Ukraine war

On this page, we will gather information on how Russia's invasion of Ukraine affects Aalto University’s operations.

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