AalMaster of Science (Architecture) in ArchitectureAalto University · Espoo, Finland

Program Overview

Degree: Master's
Duration: 24 months
Tuition: €20,000
Fields: Architecture

Application Cycle

Dates and tuition are specific to the 2027 intake

Application opens: Dec 7, 2026
Application deadline: Jan 5, 2027

Documents Required

Please check the official program website (link below) for specific writing guidelines

Motivation letter

Maximum 400 words; English; include in the portfolio PDF.

CV or resume

Maximum 1 page; include previous studies, work experience, software skills, and prizes. Include CV in the portfolio PDF. Do not append recommendation or testimonial letters.

Portfolio

Single PDF (name Portfolio-surname-firstname.pdf); max 24 pages (max A3); max file size 1 GB (under 100 MB recommended). Include CV, letter of self-reflection, and motivation letter in the portfolio. English. No external links.

Letter of self-reflection

Maximum 600 words; English; include in the portfolio PDF with CV and supporting appendix materials as needed.

Official transcript(s)

Published Score Requirements

Academic: Bachelor's degree; 180 ECTS or three years of full-time study; must grant eligibility for master's studies in the awarding country. Master's degrees alone do not grant eligibility except certain long-cycle degrees.
Prerequisites: Relevant academic background; Relevant bachelor's in architecture or equivalent design background meeting programme-specific prior-studies requirements.
IELTS: 6.5 overall (6.0 writing); Required if prior degree was not taught in English.
TOEFL: New scale: 4.5 overall (4.0 each component) | Old scale: 92 overall (22 writing); For tests taken on or after 21 January 2026.; For tests taken before 21 January 2026.
GRE: Optional; GRE or GMAT may strengthen the application if submitted; not required unless stated for your admission group.

Historical admission data is not published.

AalMaster of Science (Architecture) in ArchitectureAalto University · Espoo, Finland

Program Overview

Application Cycle

Documents Required

Published Score Requirements

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