Aalto University, based in Espoo, Finland, is a multidisciplinary university established in 2010 through the merger of three major Finnish universities, Helsinki University of Technology, the Helsinki School of Economics, and the University of Art and Design Helsinki. Combining expertise in technology, business, and design, Aalto university fosters innovation, sustainability, and entrepreneurship to address global challenges.
Aalto University is a hub for cutting-edge research, European collaboration, and a thriving startup ecosystem. Its campus exemplifies interdisciplinary learning and Finland’s forward-thinking approach to education. Aalto University’s mission is deeply rooted in addressing global challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration, sustainability, and innovation. Aalto University fosters radical creativity and entrepreneurial thinking in search of the solutions which will shape a sustainable future for all.
Aalto University is actively engaged in advocacy and policy development in both education and research, development, and innovation policies. Aalto University has contributed to key European policy initiatives and maintain close connections with stakeholders across Brussels. Aalto University Brussels Office is located at Avenue de Cortenbergh 172. It maintains close connections with EU institutions, industry partners, and academic networks, ensuring that Aalto remains actively involved in European initiatives.
Aalto University is a member of numerous organisations:
- Unite! (University Network for Innovation, Technology and Engineering) is the University Alliance of the nine technological universities
- There are also key international cooperation networks in the field of education, such as CEMS (School of Business) and Nordic Five Tech (technical fields). Cumulus is a global association of higher education institutions in the fields of art, design, and media. CLUSTER is a consortium of 11 elite European Universities in Science and Engineering with associate members from around the world.
- Partner in New European Bauhaus initiative
- Part of 6 EIT KICs
- Member of CESAER, EUA, Science|Business