Aalto Doctoral Programme in Science

Student Guide

Aalto Doctoral Programme in Science

For Aalto students

This is the student study guide for the Aalto Doctoral Programme in Science. 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

Aalto Doctoral Programme in Science is organized by the School of Science.

Information for applicants

Planning your studies

Thesis and research work

General

Examination of thesis

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Studies Published: 5.3.2026

Apply for a 2–6-month research internship in Japan!

Aalto's Master and PhD students can apply for a 2–6-month internship at the National Institute of Informatics (NII) in Japan.

University Published: 2.3.2026

Support for students impacted by the crisis in the Middle East

The university supports and helps students in dealing with the crisis

Incidents, Studies Published: 25.2.2026

OpenLearning additional maintenace downtime on Wednesday, 11 March from 9:00 AM to 12

The system will be unavailable during the update.

The Berkeley university campus with a tall clock tower and classical buildings, surrounded by green lawns and trees.

Studies Published: 23.2.2026

Call for applications: Experience the Silicon Valley mindset at UC Berkeley entrepreneurship bootcamp

Doctoral students have an opportunity to join the Berkeley Method of Entrepreneurship bootcamp at UC Berkeley, flights and accommodation costs covered, in August 2026.

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9.3.

Students 9.3.2026 10:00 – 11:30 (UTC +2)

Theses & Tomatoes: Start your studies with Pomodoro

Join us for guided studying and pick up tips for more effective work during Pomodoro sessions!

10.3.

Lectures and seminars 10.3.2026 10:00 – 13:45 (UTC +2)

CS Doctoral Seminars

Welcome to learn more about the work of our doctoral researchers.

11.3.

Students 11.3.2026 13:00 – 15:00 (UTC +2)

Career Design Lab: job search support

We will answer your questions about job hunting and provide feedback on your job application documents.

11.3.

Students 11.3.2026 16:00 – 18:00 (UTC +2)

Beat the Blues: Friends and freetime fun

As the light increases, the Finnish spring and summer with it's various festivities approach. However, what to do if you don't know where to go and with whom? Beat the Blues event in March is dedicated to finding friends and enjoying the upcoming Finnish spring. Come and find friends for a shared adventure and share the best tips.

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