Aalto Doctoral Programme in Arts, Design and Architecture

Student Guide

Aalto Doctoral Programme in Arts, Design and Architecture

For Aalto students

This is the student study guide for the Aalto Doctoral Programme in Arts, Design and Architecture. Here you will find the programme curriculum as well as detailed guidelines for planning your studies.

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Doctoral education - everything there is to know about doctoral education at Aalto University

Aalto Doctoral Programme in Arts, Design and Architecture is organized by the School of Arts, Design and Architecture.

Information for applicants

Planning your studies

Thesis and research work

Summer Internship Program for International Students - Apply in April

The Summer Internship Pilot Program offers paid internships for international master’s and doctoral students and recent graduates in summer 2026.

Three Aalto students looking down into the camera shot from below.

Studies Published: 7.4.2026

Share your views on language use at Aalto

The survey opens for students and personnel at the end of April—keep an eye on your Aalto email

Microscope image of wavy skin tissue layer, pink and purple cells forming dense clusters

Cooperation, Studies, University Published: 2.4.2026

Apply now: Bioengineering human tissue: Design, fabrication, analysis

Unite!’s Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) on bioengineering human tissue combines online learning with hands-on training in Germany.

Studies Published: 1.4.2026

Supporting your study wellbeing, April 2026

Aalto offers self-study materials, guidance and services that support student wellbeing. Below you will find more about the services available and links to useful materials.

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