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School of Chemical Engineering

Join us at Aalto University School of Chemical Engineering!

Aalto University is where science and art meet technology and business. As an Aalto University student, you will be a part of a thriving and international student community. Get to know our Master's programmes in chemical engineering and find your own path!

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Studies in chemical engineering offer a unique combination of natural sciences and technology. Unlike many other sectors, chemical engineering not only explores how nature works, but also develops new technologies. These technologies solve the major problems of our time, such as climate change and the adequacy of natural resources.

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Study bioproducts engineering and develop renewable materials, circular bioeconomy solutions and biorefinery expertise through lectures, hands-on labs and industry collaboration.

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Biotechnology laboratory

The Master’s Programme in Biotechnology is for visionary engineers who want to develop new or improved bio-based solutions and technologies.

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Chemistry

The development of new molecules and materials has an essential role in building a more sustainable future.

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Earn your chemical and metallurgical master’s in Finland, learning to develop the industrial processes powering the green transition, circular economy, and future materials production.

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Daniela Bqain is helping to replace plastic with new packaging solutions: 'I couldn't imagine anything more interesting than my current profession'

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Sakari Hiidenheimo speeds up research on renewable fuels: "It's cool that my work has a big impact"

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Reetta digging soil as a child

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Reetta Hassinen brings ecological clothes onto the market: "During my studies, I realised that I could play a role in solving big global problems"

Reetta digging soil as a child

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Juhani Sibakov creates new bakery products at Fazer: "I get to influence what the majority of Finns eat"

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Iita Kejonen is involved in recycling battery metals from electric cars: ‘By working in industry, I can influence the development of the entire field’

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Sakari Poikkimäki is replacing harmful chemicals with enzymes: ‘We can use small biological organisms in many everyday products’

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A student eating a yellow ice cream in fron of Aalto University campus.

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Diverse learners chatting outside the Väre building

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Diverse learners chatting outside the Väre building

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A sunny day at Aalto University Otaniemi Campus

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Two students on Aalto Campus

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Two students on Aalto Campus

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Three people walking on Otaniemi campus on a snowy day. Aalto buildings in the background. Photo: Aalto University / Mikko Raskinen.

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Three people walking on Otaniemi campus on a snowy day. Aalto buildings in the background. Photo: Aalto University / Mikko Raskinen.

A student eating a yellow ice cream in fron of Aalto University campus.

Photo: Aalto University / Mikko Raskinen

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Aalto offers education in arts & design, business & economics, and engineering & technology. Study at a high-ranking university.

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Updated: 27.3.2026
Published: 25.2.2020