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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Students dressed in traditional student overalls at Aalto Party, opening the new academic year.

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:

Master's programmes: 1 December 2025 – 2 January 2026
Bachelor's programmes in English: 7 – 22 January 2026
Bachelor's programmes in Finnish/Swedish: 10 – 24 March 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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Master’s level studies at the School of Engineering

Our Master's degree programmes are instructed in English and their contents are based on the latest research in the fields.

Civil Engineering, Master of Science (Technology)

Civil Engineering is at the core of designing and constructing both safe and sustainable living environments of tomorrow.

Students at Aalto University's concrete materials laboratory.

Energy in Buildings and Built Environment, Master of Science (Technology)

Did you know that buildings are currently responsible for 40 % of primary energy consumption and roughly half of electricity consumption?

If you want to address big societal issues such as global warming and healthy indoor climate, The Master’s Programme in Advanced Energy Solutions may be the perfect match for you. By studying the efficient use of energy in the fields of building technology and services as well as on the design of heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, you will work with creating sustainable and comfortable indoor environments.

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Energy Conversion Processes, Master of Science (Technology)

Did you know that all of the buildings in Finland could use solar energy for heating? Or that understanding airborne spreading of viruses requires knowledge of fluid mechanics and thermodynamics?

If you want to be part of solving these critical questions of the future, the Master’s Programme in Advanced Energy Solutions may be the perfect match for you. The programme offers short- and long-term solutions and tools for problem-solving as the sustainable energy conversion processes are a critical component in the future energy system.

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Geoengineering, Master of Science (Technology)

As one of the top-ranked programmes in its field, the Master’s Programme in Geoengineering provides world-class education in the disciplines of geotechnics, rock mechanics, highway engineering and construction. As geoengineering is a discipline involved with soil and rock, working as the primary basis for our built environment, one could call it the hidden science of everyday life. Simultaneously, Geoengineering graduates play a key role in urbanisation and circular economy, fighting climate change and the growing use of natural resources. Thanks to their highly appreciated knowledge and skills, as well as the programme’s close collaboration with the industry, graduates tend to find great job opportunities with ease.

Students conduct geoengineering field exercises in Otaniemi.

Geoinformatics, Master of Science (Technology)

Master's Programme in Geoinformatics turns students' talent and hard work into excellence. After graduating, you will be able to work effectively in many roles in the society, applying and utilizing current knowledge of geoinformatics, and to contribute to the further development of the field. This degree is an excellent choice if you want to tackle big societal challenges such as climate change, security and urban development, or if you dream of creating advanced mobile applications.

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Mechanical Engineering, Master of Science (Technology)

In Mechanical Engineering Master’s Programme you can become an expert in Arctic Technology, Engineering Materials, Marine Technology, Mechatronics, Product Development, Production Engineering and Solid Mechanics, or create your own combination. We empower students follow their interests in the field of mechanical engineering as their professional skills are needed for creating more effective and safe solutions for the society.

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Real Estate Economics, Master of Science (Technology)

The majority of annual global investments target real estate, and most of national wealth is into real estate as well. Urbanisation accelerates construction and increases the demand for experts of real estate economics. If you are interested in working with real estate markets, investments, management or development, the Master's Programme in Real Estate Economics will get you started. The programme gives you the skills and knowledge you need to manage the entire lifespan of real estate.

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Spatial Planning and Transportation Engineering, Master of Science (Technology)

Making smarter and more liveable cities requires new skills that integrate land use and transportation. The Master's Programme in Spatial Planning and Transportation Engineering offers the skills you need to design and develop urban and regional systems. The programme combines technical and human-centered approaches in land use planning and transportation engineering.

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Urban Studies and Planning in Real Estate Economics, Master of Science (Technology)

USP in real estate economics is a challenging, collaborative master’s for ambitious students ready to lead the growth of 21st century cities.

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Water and Environmental Engineering, Master of Science (Technology)

To ensure sustainable and functioning societies, the world needs engineers specialised in solving local and global water-related challenges.

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Double degree Master's programmes at the School of Engineering

We offer nine 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. 

Environomical Pathways for Sustainable Energy Systems (SELECT), Master of Science (Technology)

Real-world energy challenges, collaborative solutions, sustainable tomorrow - a pathway for an exciting future in sustainable energy and environmental work. This is a joint program leading into double Master's degree.

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Sustainable Urban Mobility Transitions (EIT), Master of Science (Technology)

Master’s programme in Urban Mobility, study track Sustainable Urban Mobility Transitions (SUMT) is a master programme focusing on the holistic approach in study, design, development and evaluation of sustainable, inclusive, and resilient urban environment and mobility systems.

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Cold Climate Engineering (Nordic Master), Master of Science (Technology)

Visit the Arctic and gain a unique specialisation in cold climate engineering. Boost your CV by studying abroad. Graduate with a double degree from two internationally acclaimed universities.

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Environmental Engineering (Nordic Master), Master of Science (Technology)

Environmental technologies and green engineering are amongst the fastest-growing markets in the world and there is growing demand for innovative solutions and new graduates

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Innovative Sustainable Energy Engineering (Nordic Master), Master of Science (Technology)

Nordic Master in Innovative Sustainable Energy Engineering (ISEE) is a world-class education in the energy sector and an international double degree programme leading to two Master's degrees. The programme combines sustainable energy engineering with innovation and entrepreneurship. The innovative aspects of the programme are related to both the advanced renewable energy concept in the Nordic countries as well as new businesses in the energy sector.

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Maritime Engineering (Nordic Master), Master of Science (Technology)

The Master program in Maritime Engineering is concentrated on ships, including yachts and offshore structures, their design, construction and operation and their interaction with the environment. You learn to apply rational methods within mathematics, numeric analyses, fluid mechanics and structural mechanics to analyze, design and technically operate ships and offshore structures. Moreover, you will understand the special, high demands to these structures for instance with respect to safety and consideration for the environment.

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European Mining Course, Master of Science (Technology)

The need of mineral-based materials is growing globally, partly related to the new green technology. Applications such as windmills and electric vehicles need traditional metals, but also many high-tech metals that support the environmentally sustainable future. Re-use of metals is important part in the materials cycle, but it will not satisfy the increasing demand of metals. Minerals need to be extracted from the earth’s crust far into the future. The European Mining Course (EMC) aims to train experts who possess wide-ranging skills and abilities to respond to this demand.

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Additive Manufacturing for Full Flexibility (EIT), Master of Science (Technology)

Master's Programme in Manufacturing and its Additive Manufacturing for Full Flexibility major are a combination of production science, mechanical design and production management. This is an international double degree programme supported by EIT Manufacturing that includes studying in two different countries and a minor in innovation and entrepreneurship.

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Zero Defect Manufacture for a Circular Economy (EIT), Master of Science (Technology)

Zero Defect Manufacture for Circular Economy (ZD) is a combination of studying manufacturing science, data analysis, and process management. Master's Programme in Manufacturing is an international double degree pgoramme supported by EIT Manufacturing. The programme includes studying in two different countries and a minor in Innovation & Entrepreneurship.

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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

Programmes

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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Gabriel Cramer sitting on the ground.

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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Curious about life at Aalto University? Our student ambassadors are here to share their firsthand experiences and insights on student life, academics, and campus culture. Join us for interactive sessions, casual chats over coffee, and engaging discussions with current students and alumni.

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