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Aalto University is a community of bold thinkers where science and art meet technology and business. We are committed to identifying and solving grand societal challenges and building an innovative future.

Find our study options here and choose your own programme.

Application for Master’s Programmes 3 Dec 2018 — 11 Jan 2019. Apply now!

Master's admissions 3.12.2018–11.1.2019

Bachelor's admissions (English) 9.–23.1.2019

Bachelor's admissions (Finnish and Swedish) 20.3.–3.4.2019

Sometime the application process can feel daunting. Here you can find out more about the admissions and below are some quick tips to make the most of the process. If you have any additional questions don't hesitate to contact us. We are happy to help.

Find out more

Of course, first you want to know everything about Aalto. Familiarise yourself with the university’s study options by reading all the facts on our website, but be also sure to check out our videos on Youtube and follow our Snapchat account, Facebook and Instagram.

Reach out

We realise your situation may be different or you might not be clear on every part of the application process. If you have specific questions or concerns that can’t be found on the website, please write to [email protected]. We are here for you and have lots of insight and advice.

Take one step at a time

Someone said that an application is initial proof of your ability to follow instructions. So, don’t panic, take your time and choose what to apply for. Read carefully. Understand the application instructions and admission requirements. Follow the application deadlines.

Cross your fingers

This can be a gruelling time. Accepted students will receive a letter of admission. If you are accepted, register by the set deadline. Read through all the material you receive and enroll. Good luck!

Programme highlights

Aalto University offers a wide variety of master and bachelor level programmes along with post-graduate degrees.

Master's Programme in Geoinformatics

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.

Two students at the Aalto University Learning Centre

Master's Programme in Architecture

Architecture is technical and artistic, it is a social art and also an artful science. Architecture is about creating spaces for all types of human activities. To be a successful architect, you should be able to see problems from different perspectives, which forms the basis for the broadness of the degree. At the Aalto Architecture programme your scientific and artistic thinking will be developed, aiding you in designing buildings and cities for a sustainable future while promoting health and well-being and enriching lives aesthetically.

Master's Programme in Automation and Electrical Engineering

The Master's Programme in Automation and Electrical Engineering is a broad multi-disciplinary programme providing graduates with the ability to work in and between a wide variety of fields - ranging from traditional Electrical Engineering and Energy sectors to Biomedical Engineering, Control Engineering and Robotics.

Aalto University / Automation and Electrical Engineering students / photography Mikko Raskinen

Master's Programme in Economics

The Master´s Programme in Economics gives you the tools to understand and change the world.

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At Aalto University we know that a world-class education is only part of the experience. We offer a tremendous student life, a stunning campus and a thriving community.

Technology, art and business meet.

Our greatest strengths are the Aalto community and an open atmosphere that inspires everyone to break boundaries. Students from different fields get to work in their dream teams, and form relationships and networks that last even after they have completed their studies.

Internationality.

Our campus is very international, and so is our wide network of partner universities. This provides extensive exchange, internship and project opportunities.

Strong student-led start-up scene.

As soon as you start at Aalto, you get to participate in interesting and practical business projects. Getting hands-on, challenge based learning opportunities within a bustling start-up scene.

A unique setting.

The constantly developing Otaniemi campus supports our vision of building an innovative society. It acts as an engine for innovation, with which companies, start-ups and technology parks surrounding the university are becoming linked more and more closely.

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Finland’s excellent reputation in education, combined with a wide range of courses offered in English, makes Finland an attractive study destination for international students. Boasting the largest technology hub of the Nordic countries, Finland is a world leader in information technology, business, design and many other academically centred fields.

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Aalto has six schools with around 12 000 students and 4000 employees of which close to 400 are professors. Our campuses are located in Espoo and Helsinki, Finland. With 37% of our academic faculty coming from outside Finland, we are a highly international community with strong academic standing.

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Opiskelijoita Otaniemessä / Photo: Unto Rautio

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Aalto University students at campus / photographer: Aino Huovio

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