School of Engineering

Study at the School of Engineering

Are you interested in new energy solutions, smart machines, future construction or sustainable living environments? You can study all this and much more at the School of Engineering. Shape your own study path and become a builder of a more sustainable future.
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As the best technical university in Finland, our school offers highly valued degree education in the fields of mechanical engineering, energy technology, civil engineering and the built environment. Our graduates have very good employment prospects and work in expert positions in many key sectors of the society.

Aalto University's multidisciplinary study opportunities and international environment provide an excellent starting point for your future career. In addition to a highly-valued education, we offer a whole lot more: The vibrant Otaniemi campus culture and the long traditions of a technology student community guarantee you some unforgettable years of study.

Next application periods:


Environomical Pathways for Sustainable Energy Systems (SELECT): 15 September 2025 – 1 June 2026
 

Bachelor’s level studies at the School of Engineering

Please note: The majority of our bachelor's degree education is given in Finnish. If you want read more about Finnish Bachelor programmes, switch the language from upper right corner!

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Computational Engineering, Bachelor of Science and Master of Science (Technology)

In Computational Engineering, you’ll learn to simulate the behaviours of physical objects, fluids and gases to solve real-world problems.

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Double degree Master's programmes at the School of Engineering

We offer three double degree master's programmes, in which you study one year at Aalto and one year at one of our partner universities. For more details on the application period, see the programme’s webpages. 

International Joint Master's programmes

Doctoral studies at the School of Engineering

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. Read more from the Student Guide!

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Aalto Doctoral Programme in Engineering

Student study guide for the Aalto Doctoral Programme in Engineering

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School of Engineering graduates in working life

Our graduates are highly successful in finding jobs corresponding to their education – 98% are employed or entrepreneurs 5 years after graduation.

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Why choose the School of Engineering

How is it like to study in the school in the School of Engineering? What are the different career possibilities for students and graduates? 

Read the stories of some of our students and alumni below. More stories in our Instagram @aalto.eng!

Opiskelija Janni Kerkkänen hymyilee kameralle haalareissaan.

Student Janni Kerkkänen: pink overalls and practical courses got me thrilled

Janni Kerkkänen, a student in the Master’s Programme in Mechanical Engineering, was surprised that she didn't have to work on mopeds or lawnmowers all her life to study mechanical engineering. For her, the best thing about her studies is versatility and working together in student organisations.

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Geoinformatics student Gabriel Cramer enjoys everything to do with spatial analytics

Gabriel came to the Geoinformatics Master’s programme with an unusual background, but managed to catch up and learn the essential technical and theoretical skills. Now besides his studies, he is working with primary data collection for research purposes.

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Alumn Emily Johnson works with community engagement, a topic that led her to choose Master’s Programme in Aalto

Emily Johnson chose Aalto University after finding out that the Master’s programme director at the time specialized in her exact area of interest. In her Master’s studies she wanted to pursue skills to involve the community in the designing and planning process. Since graduating she has worked in a company that provides a community engagement platform made for planners.

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Alumnus Mikko Koskinen built an internationally successful spirit brand

Mikko Koskinen is a co-founder of Kyrö Distillery Company. He studied his master’s Mechanical Engineering, where he specialized in Product Development.

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Student James Roney cross-country skiing

Besides studying Civil Engineering, student James Roney plays pool at Aalto

Interest in living in Finland brought James Roney from USA to Aalto for his Master’s studies.

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Johannes Tervo works with defending world's carrying capacity

Alumnus Johannes Tervo is heading partnerships at The Upright Project. He studied his master’s in Advanced Energy Solutions Energy Conversion Processes, which helped him to understand how the world works and solve problems by applying first principle thinking with the help of math and physics.

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Study at Aalto

Study in Finland at Aalto University, where science and art meet technology and business. Join a top-ranked, multidisciplinary community!

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Best student life in the world

Aalto is known for offering the best student life, created by students. Our student organisations will welcome you to their events, ranging from career networking to parties and sauna evenings, and work closely together with the university for student advocacy. The Aalto community is active, diverse, welcoming, and full of both traditions and new ideas, encouraging collaboration between students from different fields.  

Student guilds, representing different fields of study, offer their members leisure-time activities that range from sports and celebrations to excursions and visits to companies. Get to know the guilds associated with the School of Engineering by visiting their websites, listed below. 

Guild of Mechanical Engineers (Koneinsinöörikilta)

Guild of Surveying Engineers (Maanmittarikilta)

Guild of Civil Engineers (Rakennusinsinöörikilta)

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Chat with Aalto students

Curious about life at Aalto University? Chat with Aalto students on Unibuddy and join them for virtual Coffee sessions on Fridays!

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