Tampere University of Technology started operating in the form of a foundation on 1 January 2010, when the new Universities Act came into force. The charter of the TUT Foundation was signed in Tampere on 9 February 2009.
The foundation model promotes the development of education and research at TUT and gives the University good prerequisites to succeed amid growing international competition. TUT is able to make further investments in, among others, new research openings and the quality of education and in the development of more versatile internal incentive schemes. The increased autonomy brought on by the foundation brings a competitive edge when competing for good researchers, inspiring teachers and talented students. As a foundation university, TUT is an even more flexible partner in various collaboration projects.
The keys to the University’s success are competent Masters of Science in Technology and Architecture who are in demand by employers, alumni who already have an established career, capable personnel and high-quality collaborative research with industry.
Would you like to make a donation to the Foundation?
The reform of the Universities Act introduces new forms of fundraising to Finnish universities. TUT, which has opted for the foundation model, is aiming to raise 50 million euros in capital for the foundation from private financiers by the end of 2011. Thus far, the University has accumulated donations totaling 37.6 million euros.
Both communities and private persons can make a donation to support the work of Tampere University of Technology for the benefit of the Finnish society.
Join us in supporting the development of future technology!
TUT’s donation account:
Sampo Pankki, account number 891997-10001094
Donations and the right to a tax deduction
Donations bestowed on a university to promote science, art or the preservation of the cultural heritage of Finland are tax-deductable. Both communities and private persons may deduct donations between 850 and 250,000 euros from their income tax (Income Tax Act, 57 §). For private persons, this right is limited to the tax years 2009 to 2011 (Income Tax Act, 98a §).
For further information, please emai tty-saatio@tut.fi