Program Overview

Digital Systems and Design, Bachelor of Science and Master of Science (Technology)

Program Description

The Aalto Bachelor's Programme in Science and Technology, majoring in Digital Systems and Design, educates future innovative leaders to build the digital systems that drive the world. Students become experts in networks, circuits, algorithmic learning, control and automation, embedded systems, and photonics. The program provides critical practical knowledge in technical design for engineering, making a difference in technical solutions.

Admission and Tuition

• The application period is from January 7 to January 22, 2026.
• The language of instruction is English.
• The duration of the program is 3 + 2 years (full-time).
• The tuition fee for non-EU/EEA students is 12,000 euros per year for bachelor's studies and 17,000 euros per year for master's studies.

Program Structure

• The bachelor's degree (180 credits) consists of basic studies in the program, major studies in Digital Systems and Design, minor studies, and elective studies.
• Major studies (65 credits) include a bachelor's thesis and seminar.
• Minor studies can be taken in Finnish if the student's Finnish language skills are sufficient.

Student Interviews

• Veera Ihalainen: The studies were a gateway to the world of programming.
• Johan Sarpoma: The university proved to be more than just theory the English-language bachelor's program and student life drew him in.
• Verneri Hirvonen: Studies at Aalto University are very flexible.

Specialization Options

The program approaches the bachelor's thesis in a unique way, allowing students to build a practical final project aligned with their future thesis topic. After completing the final project, students will approach their thesis topic as experts, gaining a deep understanding of their research subject.

International Activities

• The study environment at Aalto University is strongly international, with studies conducted in multicultural groups.
• Students can spend part of their studies abroad at an international partner university, do an internship, or take a summer course abroad.

Career Opportunities

The program prepares students for in-depth studies in engineering, science, and mathematics, providing skills for demanding fields such as:

• Electrical Engineering
• Automation Technology
• Electronics Technology
• Simulation Technology

Research Focus Areas

• Technical Design: Explore the fundamental principles of technical design, the core of human interaction with digital technology.
• Networks and Network Security: How can networks be designed better with fewer vulnerabilities?
• Electronic Circuits: Contribute to the latest research in circuit board design and applications.
• Estimation, Detection, and Learning: Perform research on understanding data using probability and multivariate analysis.
• Control and Automation: Help drive the increasing efficiency of industrial processes forward.

Collaboration with Other Actors

Students in Digital Systems and Design will work together in integrated courses and teams, collaborating with students from economics, arts, and data science fields in design, technical implementation, and business strategy.

About Aalto University

Aalto University believes in the power of curiosity and encourages students to explore the unknown while learning and doing things in new ways.

Contact Information

For further questions regarding studies, please contact the program's learning services via email: bsc.tech(at)aalto.fi. For questions regarding the application, please contact Aalto University's Admission Services.