Undergraduate summer courses
We offer multidisciplinary academic summer courses for undergraduate students.
Summer school
Aalto University Summer School
Experience arts, business and technology all at one campus.
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Ready for the summer of your life?
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.
Don’t miss out! The application period for next summer is 1 February- 31 May 2024.
Graduate summer courses
We offer multidisciplinary academic summer courses for students and professionals with completed undergraduate degrees.
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Discover the inspiration you need to prepare for summer by exploring the experiences of previous summer school participants.
Summer School alum story: Leading Transformation course revealed the interplay between design, adaptability, and visionary leadership
Julia Zambrzycki shares how the Leading Transformation course can help us become visionary leaders in constantly changing times.
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 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: Pursuing digital business excellence in a diverse learning environment
Summer school’s Digital Business course concludes, enriching participants with digital business skills and cultural experiences.
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: “The Scandinavian way of teaching and learning appeals to me – it’s all about collective well-being”
Aalto University Summer School alumna and Global Brand Communications Lead at adidas Margo Camus combined her passion for sustainability and fashion and created the career she always wanted.
Learn more about the Otaniemi campus and Finland
Experience Finland through Summer School
Fun social program is a key part of the Aalto University Summer School experience.
Campus
Aalto University's campus in Otaniemi is the home of an innovative community.
Explore the campus virtually at virtualtour.aalto.fi.
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Our latest news
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.
Myungji “MJ" Suh: The Aalto stand at Slush is all about how we can make the world better
'You are entrepreneurial when you see a problem as an opportunity, instead of avoiding it as a threat. A can-do attitude is also an entrepreneurial skill.'
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.
