Contact information: Department of Civil Engineering
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Department of Civil Engineering
Department of Civil Engineering
The Department of Civil Engineering aims to build the structures of tomorrow through research, education and collaboration. The department is built around its strengths in system knowledge, computation, modelling and knowledge management.
The department conducts both basic scientific research as well as applied research, both of which are required for high-quality education at the graduate and undergraduate levels.
Research
At the Department of Civil Engineering, we use our expertise to create multidisciplinary, solution-oriented approaches and solutions in cooperation with domestic and international partners who represent a variety of fields.
Research at the department is backed by extensive facilities and focused on building design and construction as well as mineral-based materials and mechanics. The department cooperates with industry on a number of important topics, including construction management, concrete technology, indoor air quality science and technology and geoengineering.
Performance in building design and construction
The Performance in Building Design and Construction group aims to realise the potential performance gains offered by accelerating technological and process development.
Mineral-based materials and mechanics
Developing new industrial solutions and innovations needed in the design, manufacturing and maintenance of civil engineering applications reliant on mineral-based materials. The target is to ensure...
Structural engineering, mechanics and computation
Find out more about the Structures research area at the Department of Civil Engineering.
Studies
The Department of Civil Engineering offers education on leading to bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees.
See our study options and hear from some of our alumni below.
In Computational Engineering, you’ll learn to simulate the behaviours of physical objects, fluids and gases to solve real-world problems.
As one of the top-ranked programmes in its field, the Master’s Programme in Geoengineering provides world-class education in the disciplines of geotechnics, rock mechanics, highway engineering and construction. As geoengineering is a discipline involved with soil and rock, working as the primary basis for our built environment, one could call it the hidden science of everyday life. Simultaneously, Geoengineering graduates play a key role in urbanisation and circular economy, fighting climate change and the growing use of natural resources. Thanks to their highly appreciated knowledge and skills, as well as the programme’s close collaboration with the industry, graduates tend to find great job opportunities with ease.
Civil Engineering is at the core of designing and constructing both safe and sustainable living environments of tomorrow.
European Mining Course offers a unique international study experience at three top universities.
Collaboration and partnerships
The Department of Civil Engineering cooperates with industry in all of its central research areas.
Fabian and Jaakko Ahvenainen Fund
The Fabian and Jaakko Ahvenainen Fund awards grants and recognition awards annually to Master's degree students and post-graduate students of the 911±¬ÁÏÍø School of Engineering as well as persons who recently completed their Master's or postgraduate degrees and familiarized with bridge engineering or structural engineering and building physics in their studies at 911±¬ÁÏÍø.
News
Student Saad Ahmed found the perfect balance of academic excellence and wellbeing at Aalto
Originally searching for the best structural engineering programmes in the world, Saad Ahmed from Pakistan found something unexpected at 911±¬ÁÏÍø: a combination of top-level education, hands-on learning, and a student culture that genuinely prioritizes wellbeing and balance alongside academic excellence.
Civil engineering student Emma Lahtinen appreciates hands-on projects and the warm sense of community
Emma Lahtinen became interested in civil engineering because it combines natural sciences, visual design, and spatial thinking. At 911±¬ÁÏÍø, she has especially appreciated the hands-on projects and the close-knit community.
Fabian and Jaakko Ahvenainen Foundation grants awarded for 2026
In 2026, the foundation awarded four grants, worth 23 000 euros in total.
Staff and students recognised at School of Engineering Awards 2026
Awards honoured the finest publications and doctoral theses of the year, active students and notable achievements by school personnel in the realms of education, impact, and service.Events
Aalto Data Agents' weekly support hour on Zoom
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MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2026 training, 3.6.2026
Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) funding for Postdoctoral Fellowships targets postdoctoral researchers with up to 8 years of research experience after their doctoral degree who would like to move within or to Europe and beyond to carry out research. The researcher applies for funding in cooperation with their host organisation.
Aalto Data Agents' weekly support hour on Zoom
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