General news related to studying at the Aalto university
Seed funding available for student collaborations across Unite! partner universities
Get up to 20 000 Euros for a collaborative project.
Summer School Alum Story: ‘The virtual world will be as important as the real world’ – Students created new sense experiences during the Intro to VR summer course
The Introduction to Virtual Reality (Intro to VR) summer course by Aalto University Summer School brought together students from various nationalities and backgrounds on Aalto University campus this July.
Recycling campaign starts on Otaniemi campus
We will launch a waste recycling campaign on the Otaniemi campus in early October. The aim is to increase the recycling rate and reduce the amount of mixed waste.
Aalto University graduates feel well prepared for working life
Aalto University graduates feel that their degree is valued in the labour market.
Shaking up Tech welcomes high school students to campuses in January
The keynote speaker this time is neuroscientist Minna Huotilainen. The purpose of the event is to introduce the field of technology to underrepresented groups.
How to live a good life? Art of Living MOOC by Frank Martela
This massive open online course on how to live a good life is lectured by Ph.D., assistant professor Frank Martela. The course is produced by the Oasis of Radical Wellbeing project and it is part of Aalto’s lifewide learning portfolio. The course was launched on May 30th, 2023
Alum Liisa Antola: ‘I would urge people to not only follow their passion but to be more values-led in their career’
Liisa Antola has always pursued an international career, and international exposure during her studies in the School of Business helped her achieve it. Today, she works in a UK-based trade body with DEI matters and aims to build a more equitable working life for everyone in insurance and long-term savings sector.
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.
New graduates enjoy working at the office, but expect flexibility in working hours from employers
A recent report also reveals that young professionals who have graduated from the international CEMS Master in Management (MiM) program expect their work to provide a sense of community, challenges, and opportunities for development.
Sisu is a part of Aaltonians' everyday life
The use of Sisu is part of Aaltonians’ everyday life. Sisu is developed based on user feedback.
Join Unite! Seed Fund Ideathon in Austria
Travel and accommodation are covered for accepted students. Apply by 6 October.
The change of work drives organisations to invest in continuous learning and sustainable thinking
Organisations have a responsibility to ensure that employees have the necessary skills and opportunities to learn new things.
Student Rasmus Mäkinen: courses that requires creativity have helped me understand energy and mechanical engineering studies better
Rasmus Mäkinen, a bachelor's student in Energy and Mechanical Engineering Bachelor's programme, feels that physics was already a favourite subject during his upper secondary school studies, which led him to study at Aalto. The best thing about his studies has been the versatility of the courses, and especially the Computer-aided Design course impressed Rasmus so much that he decided to apply for it as a course assistant.
Student Reetta Kanervo: flexibility in studies makes it possible to combine studies, sports hobbies and part-time work
In Reeta's opinion, the best things about student life are internationality, freedom of choice and the fact that there is definitely something for everyone to do alongside their studies. For example, she has completed part of her studies abroad as individual summer courses, been a member of the board of a riding team and participated in a scuba diving course.
Student Olivia Matilainen: I have always been interested in urban buildings from both architectural and technical perspectives
Olivia's talent in mathematical science subjects and natural creativity have been useful in her studies – in the Bachelor's Programme in Real Estate Economics and Geoinformatics, she gets to combine both architecture and engineering perspectives. Olivia has known since her first major course that the program was the perfect choice for her.
Aalto changes tuition fees and renews scholarship programme for tuition-fee students
Aalto University will amend its tuition fees and scholarship programme effective as of 1 August 2025. The revised fees and scholarships will pertain to students whose right to study begins on or after 1 August 2025.
Emma Kemppinen: Semiconductor industry offers a lot of opportunities both in industry and academia
Emma got her summer job in a research group thanks to donations from companies in the semiconductor industry. The summer job confirmed her interest in the field.
Appreciative encounter - join interactive group coaching
A totally new kind of training open for all Aaltonians starts 7 October – as a participant you will get concrete tools for appreciative interaction both in your work and studies
Aalto University Summer School 2024 Wrap-Up: Inspiring new learnings and opportunities for students from all over the world
Summer 2024 was one for the books – with 250 students from 70 different nationalities, each summer course was a whirlwind of new meetings, learnings and connections at the Aalto University campus.
Otaparkki now open also for Aalto staff
The top two floors of the Otaparkki multi-storey car park have been opened to the Aalto staff members.
