Research
Fruitful interaction between science, art, design and architecture makes research carried out at the Aalto University School of Arts, Design and Architecture highly versatile. The topics of research relate to the fields of art, design, media, and architecture with sustainable development as an all-encompassing theme.
Further information on research projects and other research activities is available in the research database, ReseDa.
As a powerful actor in its research field, the Aalto University School of Arts, Design and Architecture attracts a good many international researchers and doctoral students.
Since 1991, 96 Doctors of Arts (DA) have graduated. You can find further information on the Aalto Doctoral Programme in Art and Design in Into portal.
The Department of Architecture has a wealth of research skills, competencies and knowledge grounded in theory and practice of visual and creative arts. You can find further information on doctoral studies in architecture and landscape architecture in Into portal.
Besides the departments, R&D projects are carried out in other units: Future Home Institute focuses on future living and Designium, Centre of Innovation, aims to promote the applying of design in strategic ways in business. Media Factory is a platform for collaboration and development in media-related research and education within the Aalto University.
The Research Institute coordinates and develops research and doctoral studies at the School of Arts, Design and Architecture.
Applying for doctoral studiesAre you interested in doctoral studies?There are two annual application deadlines on 15 March and 15 September. Read more about doctoral studies» (into.aalto.fi). |
Research AssessmentDuring the last few years, the School has taken part in two different evaluations of research. Read more about the assessments » |
Research from past to presentThe OPEN 140 exhibition celebrated the 140-year history of the School of Art and Design. As part of the festivities, a second Research Day was organised at the Design museum. See the research timeline » |
Dissertations
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New post doctoral researchers appointedSix new post doctoral researchers will strenghten the research at the School. Read more» |
Visiting Researcher in DesignThe Department of Design offers Visiting Researcher in Design positions for postdoctoral researchers and doctoral students. The positions are open to researchers from all countries. The annual application deadlines are 15 March and 15 September. Read more » |
Contact information
- Research Institute of the School of Art, Design and Architecture
- Aalto Research Support Services (aalto.fi)
- Doctoral Programme Committee (into.aalto.fi)
- Copyright advice (copyright.aalto.fi)
Applying for doctoral studies
- Application information regarding the Aalto Doctoral Programme in Art and Design (into.aalto.fi)
- Application information regarding the research fields of architecture and landscape architecture (into.aalto.fi)