Study at Aalto University in Finland

Study at Aalto

Study at Aalto University in Finland

Study at a high-ranking European university! Aalto offers education in arts & design, business & economics, and engineering & technology. You can study from bachelor’s level up to master’s and postgraduate degrees. Join us and get a great education with great people.

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5 reasons to study at Aalto University

Unique field combination. We're among the top 25 universities in the world for multidisciplinary collaboration. We offer studies in arts & design, business & economics and engineering, science & technology. You can choose courses from each field!
Top-notch education. #1 in Finland (QS), #109 and #196 in the world according to QS and THE. We have high academic standing and several high-ranking fields!
Well-organised and safe country. Finland scores high in international comparison in education, safety and quality of life. Finns value equality and our society has a low hierarchy.
Internationality. 2000+ international students representing 100+ nationalities. Aalto ranks high for international outlook, so you have great opportunities to become globally competent.
Vivid campus. Our campus in the Helsinki Capital area offers excellent services, affordable housing for students, a great study environment, and it is closely connected with nature.

Finland's

QS Top Universities 2025

Top global universities

#113

QS Top Universities 2025

Most international

#51

THE 2025

Industry collaboration

#21

Leiden Ranking 2023

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Studying engineering and technology at Aalto University opens doors for many different work paths for the future. Learn more about the diverse study opportunities.

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School of Business works for better business and a better society by educating future leaders and through impactful research. We offer bachelor's and master's level business programmes as well as a doctoral studies.

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We educate the next generation of filmmakers, designers, architects and artists to impact society through their creative work and research.

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Known for its safe and welcoming environment, Finland offers unique cultural experiences and student life filled with quirky traditions that foster creativity and innovation.

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Aalto University performs well in international university rankings. In subject-specific rankings, we place 8th globally in art & design and are in the top 100 in several other subjects. We have gathered information on our performance in the best-known university rankings on this page.

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