Mechanical Engineering

Aalto University's Master's Programme in Mechanical Engineering starts from a thorough understanding of the core mechanics subjects, to complement that with cross-disciplinary quality thinking and simultaneous engineering principles together with the use of the most modern computer aided design/engineering (CAD/CAE) and simulation tools. The studies provide a solid engineering basis for working in an international, competitive and highly innovative environment. The programme is a multidisciplinary, flexible and versatile option offering many possibilities for specialisation or for combination with other disciplines. Our teaching is based on problem-based learning, often solving practical real-world problems in cooperation with industry, and the degree opens doors to a multitude of future career paths.

Graduates from the programme can work in a variety of areas including consulting, design, product development, research, and management. They are also welcome to apply to a post-graduate position within Aalto University.

The programme starts with a project course tackling a prototypical mechanical engineering problem. Our students develop the "soft skills" that are important in a modern work environment, and construct an individualised professional profile as a mechanical engineer. This profile forms the basis for their further study path. The project course is part of the 30 credits of common studies of the programme. In addition the student should take 30 credits of advanced studies in the field. Although the advanced studies courses are listed in topic groups, this does not mean that students must choose predefined study paths in those topics; students may choose a less conventional mix of courses in accordance with their individual profile. 30 credits of elective studies are also included. They may be chosen within or outside of mechanical engineering. The Master's thesis completes the programme.

The selection process is competitive and paper-based. Applications that pass the eligibility check (administrative evaluation) of Aalto University Admissions Services proceed to the School's programme specific academic evaluation. The applicants are expected to have a high quality Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related discipline.

The following academic evaluation criteria applies:

•    Degree and institution of higher education
•    Relevancy of studies
•    Academic performance
•    Motivation 
Academic evaluation is split into two phases:

• In the first phase, the applicant’s degree that is used as grounds for the application and the related institution of higher education are evaluated. The applicant’s academic performance is evaluated, while any of the applicant’s other education that is attached to the application may also be evaluated. Criteria used to evaluate academic performance may include the time taken to complete the degree as well as the date of the degree’s completion.
• In the second phase, the acceptable applicants are ranked. A number of eligible applicants no greater than the allotted quota are admitted based on the academic evaluation. The most important criteria are the applicability of previous studies and academic performance in studies relevant to the study option. The aim is to admit only those applicants who have the required competence to begin studies without any supplementary studies.

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• ✔️ Certificate upon completion

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There are several ways to fund your studies at Aalto University. Prospective non-EU/EEA students applying to Aalto University Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes as well as Nordic Master programmes are eligible to apply for scholarships awarded from the Aalto University Scholarship programme. Certain international joint degree programmes have their own tuition fees and scholarship schemes. By a decision made by the Vice President in charge of Education, Aalto University's scholarships are not available in the CCIS second application round.