Aalto University Summer School
Aalto University Summer School offers high quality academic summer courses and programs at Aalto University.
Safety in Finland and on campus
Finland consistently ranks as one of the safest countries in the world. Participating in a summer course by Aalto University Summer School is an easy and safe way to experience a new country and culture while learning something new.
Aalto University actively maintains comprehensive security procedures tailored to different situations, ensuring a safe environment for students, staff, and visitors.
Aalto University actively maintains comprehensive security procedures tailored to different situations, ensuring a safe environment for students, staff, and visitors.
Finland is a great place to live. Multiple times voted the happiest country in the world, it is a safe, politically stable, and well-organized Nordic society where equality and work-life balance are highly valued and corruption is low.
Getting around is effortless and safe
Aalto University campus is located in Espoo, within walking distance of the beautiful sea and nature trails. The campus can be reached easily from Helsinki in 10 minutes by metro.
It's not uncommon to be able to walk outside even late at night, thanks to low crime rates and a strong sense of community. You can wear your valuables as you would normally. Evenings and nights remain bright in July, but when the evenings darken in August, street lighting is switched on across cities and throughout campus.
Healthcare services
In case of an emergency, you have the right to receive urgent medical care anywhere in the Finnish public health system. Urgent medical care refers to the immediate assessment and treatment required, for example, in the case of sudden illness, injury or worsening of a long-term illness.
If you fall ill during your stay and need to see a doctor or nurse, you can quickly and easily access private healthcare with your travel insurance.
There are several different private healthcare providers in Finland. One of the largest providers has a healthcare clinic on Aalto University campus and in many more locations around the area.
In case of emergency
In emergencies, call the emergency number 112. An ambulance or medical helicopter will be dispatched if necessary. You can also install the 112 Suomi application free-of-charge on your smartphone to indicate your location to the Emergency Response Centre.
Designated Aalto University staff available throughout your Summer School stay
Each summer, we expand the Aalto University Summer School team by hiring a team of Program Assistants, with the primary objective of securing students an unforgettable, fun, and safe Summer School experience. The Program Assistants can be reached Monday through Friday during office hours.
Read more about security procedures on campus, and why Finland is one of the safest countries in the world to travel to.
Finland is a safe travel destination – This is why
Finland is probably the safest country in the world to travel to.
Security – Procedures for emergencies and disruptions
On this page, instructions for exceptional situations and information about safety, preparedness and contingency plans. AaltoAPUA helpline 050 46 46 462.
Living in Finland
What is everyday-life in Finland like? How should one prepare themselves for seasonal weather? Read what it is like living in Finland!
'I would warmly recommend taking any course at Summer School as a convenient and fun way to change your surroundings and experience something new. There is no need to be nervous for not being a very experienced traveller – the summer school staff has been great in their support before and during the course.'
Tommaso Astaldi, Aalto University Summer School alum 2024
Get to know Finland through Summer School
Gain new friends and experience the best Finnish summer has to offer.
Information for Summer School Applicants
Get to know the application guidelines and tuition fees.