Study in Greece (SiG) took a major step to internationalise Greek universities with a strategic…
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Nikolaos Eleftherios Karampourounis, a student from the remote island of Kalamos in Lefkada, has earned…
Democritus University of Thrace (DUTH) has introduced an innovative artificial intelligence application designed exclusively for…
Greece is positioning itself for a significant increase in international student enrolments following a landmark…
Greece has removed 308,605 long-term inactive “eternal” students from university registers, nearly halving the official student population as part of a major higher education reform ending decades of indefinite enrollment.
A gunman opened fire on the campus of Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, leaving…
The President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, inaugurated the Chair of Cypriot Studies…
Over 170,000 NKUA degrees are now available on gov.gr. Graduates from 2000 onward can access digital undergraduate diplomas, and postgraduate degrees from 2022, via ptyxia.gov.gr using TaxisNet and AMKA credentials, with options for international authentication.
The Greek Ministry of Education, Religious Affairs, and Sports has announced a €4.7 million investment…
Clashes erupted at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki as police moved to evacuate a newly occupied student space known as the “Physicist’s Roof.” Protesters threw stones at officers, who responded with tear gas and flashbangs, intensifying tensions on campus.
A trigger warning issued by the University of Exeter for students studying Greek mythology has sparked fury, with former Prime Minister Boris Johnson branding the move “absurd,” the Daily Mail reports. The warning alerts students to potentially distressing content in Homer’s Iliad and Odyssey, including references to rape and sexual violence.
In 2022, nearly 9% of EU graduates studied abroad, with Greece emerging as a key destination, particularly for students from Cyprus, hosting 54.3% of its mobile graduates. The EU’s top destinations included Spain, the UK, and the US, reflecting strong cross-border education ties. France, Germany, and Italy contributed the highest numbers of students in mobility programmes.
Greece’s universities are expanding their English-language degree programs, now offering 10 options and expecting more next year. This initiative aims to attract students from around the globe, enhancing Greece’s position as a growing hub for international education.
Greek universities are facing a growing issue of academic misconduct due to the rise of “predatory journals,” which publish research without proper peer review for a fee. With over 15,000 such journals globally, the trend has raised concerns about research integrity. In Greece, publications in predatory journals have surged from 2% in 2013 to 39% at some institutions by 2021, alarming academics about the impact on the country’s academic reputation.
The Pharos 3.0 Summit, set for October 16, 2024, in Athens, will bring together representatives from US and Greek higher education institutions to promote international collaborations and study abroad opportunities. The event, featuring key speakers from the US Department of State and Greek Ministry of Education, aims to expand academic partnerships, explore joint programs, and boost Greece as a destination for short-term study abroad programs for US students.
Greece ranks above the European average in educational attainment, with 32.4% of its population aged 25-74 holding higher education degrees. Despite economic challenges and underfunding, Greece’s public education system remains strong, rivaling countries with higher living standards. The country’s educational success highlights the resilience and importance of public education in Greek society.
The Greek Ministry of Education has invited public universities to propose joint master’s programs with international institutions as part of the “Greece 2.0” plan, funded by the EU’s NextGenerationEU. The initiative aims to offer innovative programs not currently available in Greece, boost academic collaboration, and address brain drain by encouraging Greek researchers to remain in or return to the country.
Greek Parliament ratified the Lisbon Recognition Convention with majority support from New Democracy and PASOK-KINAL, while opposition parties opposed it. Education Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis dismissed criticisms as “out of touch,” emphasizing widespread international ratification and clarifying the convention’s scope on foreign education recognition.
The National Technical University of Athens (NTUA) has etched its name among the world’s chess…
In Athens, Greek students took to the streets to protest against the government’s plans for…
