More Than the Degree

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Blog posts

2 pieces of the Torso 2022 Issue 1 - “Utopia / Dystopia,” on a red sheet

“Pro Arte Utili” – How does it feel to run the ARTS student publication?

Design student Lu shares her experiences in being part of the editorial team at Torso, a publication by Aalto ARTS students.

Sunset outside Väre. Photo by Owein Wilson

Why I chose Aalto Univeristy's Bachelors program in Design

Second year student Owein explains a few of his many reasons for choosing the BA program in design.

Areal view of Otaniemi Campus

Aalto University Campus, Otaniemi

Areeb shares some facts about Aalto University's main campus in Otaniemi.

San standing by the water during sunset.

My Experience in Living in Greater Helsinki Area pt. 2

San shares his experiences of living in the Greater Helsinki Area, part 2

San standing outside of the Botanical Garden.

My Experience in Living in Greater Helsinki Area, pt.1

San shares his experiences of living in the Greater Helsinki Area, part 1

Milica sitting in front of the School of Arts, Design and Architecture

How Aalto University picked up my sympathies when I was applying for master's studies?

Milica, an architecture student at Aalto, looks back at the time of her applying and lists a few reasons why she chose Aalto University.

Picture from Helsinki main railway station

Public Transportation in Finland

Which public transportation methods are available in Finland and how to use them? It's convenient, let Owein explain more!

A view from Aalto Otaniemi campus

Getting a Finnish bank account for foreigners (OP bank)

Getting a bank account is one of the first things to do when moving to a new country. Best shares his tips about the process.

View to Valerie's shared student apartment

My First Experience Living in a Student Apartment in Finland

Valerie shares her experiences vs. reality with student apartments and gives tips on how to get one!

Francesco's student apartment.

How to Furnish your Student Apartment Low Budget

Francesco gives tips on where and how to find furniture with a budget in Finland for your new unfurnished apartment.

Members of Mental Health Advocacy Student Association.

Join the board of a student organization!

Ioanna tells what it's like to be a board member of a student organisation at Aalto and gives examples of her own experiences.

Student's picture from a welcome event

Welcome to Aalto University!

Areeb shares his overall experience about being a student at Aalto and how he has made friends, felt belonging and learned a lot on the way!

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