Study in Finland
Finland is renowned for its excellent rankings in education and quality of life.
Master’s in Finland at Aalto University
Aalto University offers 90+ master’s programmes taught in English, making it a great option for those planning to get a master’s degree in Finland. Bringing together arts, business and technology and encouraging students to learn from all three fields is at the heart of Aalto.
Why study for a master’s at Aalto?
- More than 90 English-taught programmes to choose from
- Option to make your studies multidisciplinary by taking courses outside your own discipline
- Opportunity and responsibility to design your course selections, along with a generous number of electives, makes the studies flexible
- Research-based teaching combined with hands-on projects and real business cases in cooperation with companies
Master’s studies at Aalto University cover three fields: arts & design, business & economics, technology & engineering. Aalto is the university with the most English-language programmes in Finland and has the widest range of education in the field of technology.
Our master's programmes are suitable for students who hold a bachelor’s degree. They are internationally acknowledged two-year programmes that provide foundations for working in the industry or continuing to doctoral studies.
Master’s programmes at Aalto University
Studying for a master’s degree at Aalto University
Even though it is an academic education, the studies are practical and have strong industry ties. Research-based teaching is combined with hands-on projects and real business cases, conducted in collaboration with companies. For example, in the field of technology at Aalto University, already approximately 70% of the master’s theses are commissioned by organisations, and this practice is becoming more common in other fields as well. In some programmes, especially in the fields of arts and technology, the studies include hands-on work in laboratories and workshops.
Some master’s programmes at Aalto are multidisciplinary by nature, including tracks across several fields. Some examples of our multidisciplinary programmes are Creative Sustainability, International Design Business Management, and Game Design. Additionally, it is possible to combine studies outside your own discipline with any master’s programme through minor and elective courses.
Get a degree in arts, design and architecture
We educate the next generation of filmmakers, designers, architects and artists to impact society through their creative work and research.
Get a degree in business
We work 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.
Get a degree in engineering, technology or science
Open doors for various work paths from creating functional, sustainable solutions to advancing wellbeing with technology.
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Rankings
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.
Scholarships and Tuition Fees
Bachelor's and Master's programmes have a tuition fee for non-EU/EEA citizens. Prospective students subject to tuition fees can apply for Aalto University Excellence Scholarship.