Department of lnformation and Communications Engineering
The department has a strong focus in the ICT area varying from ICT technology to core electrical engineering and its basic phenomena.
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Doctoral education will prepare you for the most demanding expert positions in your field.
Research based on excellent cooperation
The department of Information and Communications Engineering has strong competence in ICT. Our research and teaching span from ICT technology to core electrical engineering and its basic phenomena. Department carries out research in the following areas: Human-centric Technology, Communications and Networked System and Fundamentals of Information and Communications Engineering.
Our research and research groups
The department carries out research in the areas of Fundamentals of Information and Communications Engineering, Human-centric Technology and Communications and Networked Systems.
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High-quality education for topical fields
The Department of Information and Communications Engineering provides education on Bachelor, Master and Doctoral levels. Our master's education is focused on the four majors of the Computer, Communication and Information Sciences programme. All our master's degree programmes are international and taught in English.
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New research: Reliable electricity can no longer be taken for granted – the green transition may require fossil fuel as backup
Although Finland's electricity system has been exceptionally reliable, this may not necessarily be the case in the future. A recent study by Aalto University warns that without further investment in flexible production and demand management, the security of the electricity supply could deteriorate significantly as early as the 2030s.
Hitesh Monga shaped his path in Aalto from a summer intern to a master’s graduate
Hitesh Monga, graduate from Communication Engineering master's major, shares the path that lead him to Aalto and beyond
School of Electrical Engineering Alum of the Year 2025 Ville Voipio shares his insights on the importance of adaptability
Three themes guide Ville Voipio's career: digitalisation, sustainability and economic well-being. He received the Alum of the Year award at the Alumni Weekend event on 25 October 2025.
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On this page, you can find the contact information of the Head of Department, professors, lecturers and communications services.
Where to find us?
We operate in many different buildings around the Otaniemi campus.