Student Guide

Aalto Doctoral Programme in Engineering

For Aalto students
This is the student study guide for the Aalto Doctoral Programme in Engineering. Here you will find the programme curriculum as well as detailed guidelines for planning your studies.
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Doctoral education - everything there is to know about doctoral education at Aalto University

The Aalto Doctoral Programme in Engineering offers doctoral education in seven research fields: Civil Engineering, Energy Technology, Geoinformatics, Mechanical Engineering, Real Estate Economics, Spatial Planning and Transportation Engineering, and Water and Environmental Engineering. The programme is organized by the School of Engineering.

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Information for applicants

Planning your studies

Thesis and research work

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Quick links for supervising professors and thesis advisors

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Groupwork
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Supporting your study wellbeing, October 2026

Aalto offers self-study materials, guidance and services that support student wellbeing. Below you will find more about the services available and links to useful materials.
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Which languages would you like to study? Take the KiePe survey

Take the KiePe survey and tell us what language learning opportunities you would like from universities in the Helsinki metropolitan area.
Poster for “Sverigepaket” info day 12/11 2026 at Hanaholmen, pink‑orange gradient background with logos.
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Sverigepaket 2026

Nätverket Svenska nu och Sverigekontakt i Finland arrangerar årligen en informationsdag om Sverige för finskspråkiga högskolestuderande.
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Student exchange in Europe? Unite! can take you there

Aalto is a member of Unite!, a European university alliance that gives students the opportunity to internationalise their degrees both online and in-person. Join the webinar to find out more.
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Events

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SEB Drop-In Support Clinic for MyCourses (Students), 8.10.2026

A hands-on, drop-in clinic where students can get immediate help installing, configuring, and troubleshooting Safe Exam Browser (SEB) for MyCourses quizzes/exams.
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Discover Aalto University Archives: guided session for students

Have an adventure through time and history on Thursday, October 15th 2026, 13-15 as Aalto University Archives is hosting a guided session for students.
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AI in Research Work, Oct 22, 2026

Learn about generative artificial intelligence in research work with Data Agents Dr. Enrico Glerean, Dr. Pedro Silva, and Dr. Emrecan Gulay
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Beat the Blues: From winter-blues to embracing winter

Beat the Blues event in October is dedicated to sharing insights about winter in Finland.
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Aalto Doctoral Programme in Engineering

Application instructions to the Doctoral Programme in Engineering

How to apply
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