Board
The Aalto University Board decides on the strategy, operation and financial issues and is responsible for any far-reaching plans.
Aalto University
We shape a sustainable future
Aalto University is where science and art meet technology and business. Our campus is located in Espoo, Greater Helsinki, Finland.
Key figures of 2021 and reports
In 2021, Aalto University has set its sights firmly on building a sustainable future.
Aalto as an employer
We are an international community, working on top research, art and education. Join us in changing the world!
Information on coronavirus
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.
Organisation
Aalto University is a foundation-based university and has six schools.
Schools, departments and units
Scientific research, artistic activities and teaching are carried out at Aalto's six schools and their departments and units.
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.
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.
Rankings
Aalto University has improved markedly in rankings specific to science, art, technology and business. We also place high in ranking lists comparing young universities.
Our strategy
In 2019 we prepared a new strategy together with our community. The new strategy came into effect on 1 January 2021. In our living strategy approach, our purpose, values, and way of working define our long-term direction while our choices are proactively and continuously re-evaluated.
Endowment and investment strategy
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
Sustainability
At Aalto, we create solutions that enable well-being within the planetary boundaries. With us, you get the opportunity to learn, research and do meaningful things in a unique environment: we combine the expertise in science, art, technology and economy to develop creative solutions to the world’s major challenges, such as the climate crisis. We are a community of thousands of students, researchers and experts with passion and expertise for both system-level solutions and the rapidly implemented new innovations.
Equality, diversity and inclusion at Aalto
We aim to be a diverse and inclusive community where all students, faculty, staff and stakeholders feel a sense of belonging and can fulfill their professional, educational and social aspirations fully.
The Aalto Handbook
The Aalto Handbook is a description of the university’s shared way of managing and organising its activities—research and innovation, education, art and creative practices and services— in a way that meets high standards of excellence. In the handbook you can find information on the university’s organisation, quality system and annual management processes.
News
Aalto gathers monthly to talk equality, diversity and inclusion – Join us!
The monthly discussions gather together personnel to talk about equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) at Aalto University. The goal of the discussions is to increase understanding of diversity in the Aalto community through joint discussion.
Top 10 things to do in Helsinki during your summer course at Aalto University
Aalto University Summer School suggests 10 things to do in Helsinki during the summer.
ShanghaiRanking: Aalto University ranks in top 100 worldwide in nine academic subjects
Marine/Ocean Engineering , Business Administration, Management and Library & Information Science were the best performers among Aalto’s subjects
First two weeks of Aalto University Summer School 2022 summarised
Aalto University Summer School has kicked off for summer 2022! The first two summer courses are the Digital Business Master Class and a customised international programme for the South Korean Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST).Events
Video production and MOOC clinic with Online Hybrid Lab
Do you have questions about developing an educational videos production or have in mind MOOC development? Grab 30 minutes appointment with our specialist!