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Degree structures for bachelor´s and master´s degrees at Aalto University (repealed on 16 November 2021)

Degree structures for bachelor´s and master´s degrees at Aalto University (repealed on 16 November 2021)

Repealed by decision of the University Academic Affairs Committee (AAC) on 16 November 2021. See the current degree structure in the Degree Regulations for Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees currently in force.

This decision was issued by the Aalto University Academic Affairs Committee on 19 May 2020 and will enter into force on 1 August 2020.

1 Structure of the bachelor´s degree (180 credits)

The scope of the study modules all together shall be 180 credits. The structure of degrees in the multidisciplinary programmes of Aalto University or in programmes carried out through national or international collaboration may differ from the degree structures indicated in the sections below.  The scope of the thesis is always 10 credits, which are counted here as part of the major.

1.1 Bachelor of Science (Economics and Business Administration) degree structure

The Bachelor of Science (Economics and Business Administration) consists of the following study modules:

  • core studies: 78 credits, which includes 18 credits of language and communication studies
  • studies towards the major: 54 credits
  • studies towards the minor: 18–30 credits
  •  elective studies: 18–30 credits

The Bachelor of Science (Economics) consists of the following study modules:

  • core studies: 81 credits, which includes 12 credits of language and communication studies
  • studies towards the major: 60 credits
  • studies towards the minor: 24-30 credits
  • elective studies 9-15 credits

1.2 Bachelor of Arts (Art and Design) degree structure

The Bachelor of Arts (Art and Design) consists of the following study modules:

  • general studies: 26 credits, which includes 9 credits of language and communication studies
  • studies towards the major: 111 credits,
  • studies towards the minor: 15–43 credits, as chosen by the student
  • elective studies: a maximum of 28 credits depending on the scope of the minor.

1.3 Bachelor of Arts (Art and Design) degree structure (for students majoring in Art Education)

For students majoring in Art Education, the Bachelor of Arts (Art and Design) degree consists of the following study modules:

  • general studies: 26 credits, which includes 9 credits of language and communication studies
  • studies towards the major: 86 credits
  • pedagogical studies for teachers: 25 credits
  • studies towards the minor: 43 credits, as chosen by the student
  • elective studies: a maximum of 28 credits depending on the scope of the minor

Art Education majors may include an extensive 60-credit minor in their degree, provided that it grants them a dual qualification. In such cases, the extent of the major is 69 credits, and the student uses, in addition to the actual studies towards the minor, also the elective credits of the degree as studies towards the minor.

In other respects, the principles regarding the structure of the Bachelor of Arts (Art and Design) degree shall apply.

1.4 Bachelor of Science (Technology) degree structure

The Bachelor of Science (Technology) consists of the following study modules:

  • core studies: 65–70 credits, which includes 5 credits for language and communication studies
  • studies towards the major: 60–75 credits
  • studies towards the minor: 20–25 credits
  • elective studies: 15–30 credits.

The combined scope of the core studies and studies towards the major shall be 130–140 credits and the combined scope of the minor and elective studies 40–50 credits.

1.5 Bachelor of Science (Architecture)/(Landscape Architecture) degree structure

The Bachelor of Science (Architecture) / (Landscape Architecture) consists of the following study modules:

  • core studies, 23 credits, which includes 6 credits for language and communication studies
  • studies towards the major: 117 credits
  • studies towards the minor: 15–40 credits, as chosen by the student
  • elective studies: a maximum of 25 credits depending on the scope of the minor

2 Structure of the master´s degree (120 credits)

The scope of the study modules all together shall be 120 credits. The structure of degrees in the multidisciplinary programmes of Aalto University or in programmes carried out through national or international collaboration may differ from the degree structures indicated in the sections below. The scope of the thesis is always 30 credits.

2.1 Structure of the Master of Science (Economics and Business Administration) degree

The Master of Science (Economics and Business Administration) consists of the following study modules:

  • Core studies of the degree programme: minimum of 50 credits, of which at least 33 are advanced studies
  • A thesis and a maturity essay: 30 credits
  • Studies towards a minor or specialisation area: a minimum of 24 credits
  • Elective studies: 12 credits

2.2 Structure of the Master of Arts (Art and Design) degree

The Master of Arts (Art and Design) consists of the following study modules:

  • Core studies of the degree programme or major: 60 credits at the advanced studies level
  • A thesis and a maturity essay: 30 credits
  • Elective studies or alternative studies: 30 credits

2.3 Structure of the Master of Arts (Art and Design) degree in the Master’s Programme in Art Education

The Master of Arts (Art and Design) degree in the Master's Programme in Art Education consists of the following study modules:

  • Core studies of the degree programme: 55 credits at the advanced studies level
  • A thesis and  a maturity essay: 30 credits
  • Pedagogical studies for teachers: 35 credits

The degree requirements set for the programme’s Upgrade Option, intended for professionals who are upgrading their prior qualifications by completing the Master’s Programme in Art Education, may be different from those of the general programme.

In other respects, the principles governing the structure of the Master of Arts (Art and Design) degree shall apply.

2.4 Structure of the Master of Science (Technology) degree

The Master of Science (Technology) consists of the following study modules:

  • Studies towards the major: 40–65 credits, of which at least 30 are for advanced studies
  • A thesis and a maturity essay: 30 credits
  • Elective or compulsory minor: 20–25 credits
  • Elective studies: 25–30 credits

The degree programme may include a compulsory minor.

2.5 Structure of the Master of Science (Architecture) and Master of Science (Landscape Architecture) degrees

The Master of Science (Architecture) and Master of Science (Landscape Architecture) each consist of the following study modules:

  • Core studies of the degree programme or major: 60 credits at the advanced studies level
  • A thesis and a maturity essay: 30 credits
  • Elective studies or alternative studies: 30 credits

3 Structure of the master's degree in a short master's programme carried out through international cooperation (60 credits or 90 credits)

The scope of studies required for a master's degree may be 60 or 90 credits in a degree programme organised as a double or joint programme through international co-operation, except for degrees which are required by law or regulation as a special qualification requirement for a particular profession or position.

A master´s degree of 60 credits includes at least 30 credits of advanced studies and a thesis of a minimum of 10 credits and a maximum of 20 credits.

A master's degree of 90 credits includes at least 45 credits of advanced studies and a thesis of a minimum of 15 credits and a maximum of 30 credits.

The scope and structure of the degree to be completed in the short master's programme are decided on a degree programme basis.

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