Overview

Objective of studies

The goal of the Engineering programme of Aalto University is not only to educate researchers and professors of the future, but also to equip them with professional skills so that they can become experts and game changers in the engineering industry and other sectors.

The aim of doctoral studies is that the student:

To acquire a profound knowledge of their research field and its social significance;

To obtain the necessary skills to independently apply the scientific methods of their field and produce new scientific knowledge;

To obtain a thorough knowledge of the research methods and development of their research field;

To possess a sufficient level of expertise in the philosophy of engineering and other areas related to their research field.

Programme Structure

Research Fields

Energy Technology

Engineering Design and Production

Applied Mechanics

Geoinformatics

Real Estate Economics

Land-use Planning and Transportation Engineering

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-11 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

92

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Helsinki, Finland

Disciplines

General Engineering & Technology View 10 other PhDs in General Engineering & Technology in Finland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

92

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application form in the Studyinfo.fi

A curriculum vitae (CV) that includes a list of publications and other scientific activity

Preliminary study credit plan

Preliminary research plan (PDF) and schedule for its completion. The plan must include the signature of the applicant and the supervising professor of the research field applied for.

Funding plan;

Supervision plan (Guidelines for supervising doctoral candidates). The supervision plan must include the signatures of the applicant, the supervising professor, and the thesis advisor.

Motivation letter in English, one page long

Copy of the applicant's passport or ID-card

Any other supporting documents e.g. letter(s) of recommendations

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

Aalto University doctoral studies are free of tuition fees.

Living costs

Helsinki

Finland

975 - 1584 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.