Greek universities at a glance

The National Technical University of Athens is structured according to the continental European system for training engineers, with an emphasis on solid background.

The valuable work of NTUA and its international reputation are due to its well-organised educational and research system, the quality of its staff and students, and the innovation of its technical infrastructure.

The high quality academic standards which NTUA upholds have enabled many of its graduates to excel, achieving distinguished teaching and research positions in well-known universities all over the world.

The Hellenic Open University was founded in 1997 with the aim of making higher education more accessible and affordable for all. The mission of the Hellenic Open University is to provide undergraduate and postgraduate education and training through distance learning, by developing and utilising appropriate educational materials and teaching methods.

The HOU's objectives include the promotion of scientific research and the development of technology and methodology in the field of distance learning. 

The eleven academic departments of the Hellenic Mediterranean University offer study programmes designed in line with the latest scientific developments and needs of the job market. Special emphasis is placed on the development of critical thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills.

Research conducted in the university’s advanced lab facilities is an integral part of all study programmes, and involvement in research projects will provide students with valuable experience and contribute to the production of new knowledge.

The Ionian University, founded in 1984, resides in the islands of Corfu, Zakynthos, Lefkada and Kefalonia. The university boasts a unique background, as it shares ties with the Ionian Academy, the first academic institution of modern Greece, founded in 1824 in Corfu.

This long-standing tradition, in combination with the Ionian Islands’ location in the Adriatic Sea, is a significant driving force for the university, making it a landmark institution for tourism studies, musical studies and ethnomusicology, foreign languages, translation & interpreting studies, and more.

The Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB) is the premier economics and business university in Greece and the third-oldest university in the country.

Its three schools, comprising eight departments, offer state-of-the-art studies in areas such as economics, international relations, management, accounting, marketing, informatics and statistics.

The university offers 30 master's programmes, many of which are taught entirely in English, attracting students from both Greece and abroad.

Additionally, AUEB attracts more than 250 Erasmus+ students per year, ranking the university as second in Greece in terms of its percentage of incoming international Erasmus+ students.

The high quality of staff, many of whom have been educated abroad, and the campus location in downtown Athens make for an international institution at the forefront of regional and global education and research.

The Aegean University is dedicated to conducting high level research & qualitative teaching on contemporary dynamic study subjects serving the economic & social development of the country, the cohesion of the European area & the values of a universal culture, of which the Archipelagos is an integral part.

The university’s key location provides excellent ground for studies in archaeology of the Mediterranean Sea, studies in migration and refugee flows and environmental studies, especially concerning marine sciences and sustainability.

The University of West Attica is a dynamic and constantly evolving institution with a clear vision and objectives for the realisation of this vision, investing both in the development of modern teaching methods tailored to the needs of students, the labour market, and society, and in the modern material and technical infrastructure (teaching aids, classrooms, laboratories) at its disposal.

The University of West Attica offers modern undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, which provide its graduates with specialised scientific knowledge and skills, connecting the academic community with society and the labor market.

The University of Western Macedonia operates on the basis of knowledge, research, green innovation, and contribution to society.

With these pillars, the University of Western Macedonia provides a high-quality student experience, implements an academic culture of excellence and participation, and excels in green and sustainable development.

The university's undergraduate and postgraduate programmes aim to promote knowledge, adhere to scientific consistency, and meet requirements that guarantee a high level of education.

The University of Ioannina is a modern institution with campuses spread across four cities in northwestern Greece: Ioannina, Arta, Preveza, and Igoumenitsa.

It offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes across multiple schools and departments, all of which prioritise quality assurance, student services, and career development through dedicated administrative and academic units.

Located in a historic and vibrant academic environment, it combines scholarly tradition with dynamic campus life.

Located on the island of Crete, a site rich in ancient and modern Mediterranean cultures, the University of Crete offers a vibrant social and intellectual environment for research and education.

Students receive quality training by an outward-looking academic faculty of around 450 members, supported by adjunct lecturers, post-doctoral researchers, laboratory staff and instructors, as well as around 300 technical and administrative staff.

The international orientation of the university is reflected in its track record of collaborations with many of the leading research and educational institutions in Europe and worldwide, as well as active promotion of mobility and exchange programmes.

The University of Macedonia is the second and 'youngest' university of the city of Thessaloniki, specialising in economic and social sciences.

By developing and updating both new and existing undergraduate study programmes, organising high-standard postgraduate programmes and emphasising scientific research, the university aims to respond to the needs of society, working together with public organisations and private businesses, shaping partnerships with other universities and research centres in ways that complement and enhance its activities.

The University of Patras was founded in 1964 and started to operate in the academic year 1966-1967. Since then, it has grown into the third-largest university in Greece in terms of students, faculty members, administrative personnel, number of departments and degrees awarded, with campuses in three major cities of Western Greece.

The main campus is located in Patras, a city largely built around the university’s student community and renowned for its vibrant student life, making it an ideal place to live and study.

The University of Patras has acquired a significant reputation for providing high-quality and innovative education and for taking part in a plethora of research projects, scientific organisations and research groups.

The University of Piraeus is a modern, innovative, internationally recognised leading university, guided by its commitment to excellence in education and research.

Throughout its operation, the University of Piraeus has contributed significantly to the cultivation and consolidation of the sciences it teaches, both at a research level and by producing scientists who form the backbone of the private and public sectors in Greece and internationally.

The University of the Peloponnese provides its students with a rich and high-quality educational experience, while producing research and new knowledge of high standards, for the benefit of society locally, regionally, nationally and internationally.

All courses and activities of the University of the Peloponnese are carried out in an environment of academic freedom and equal opportunities, with full respect for academic ethics, democratic values and diversity, and with significant investment in inclusivity and differentiation.

The Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences is a higher education institution dedicated to the study and research in a wide range of scientific fields in the areas of social and political theory.

Through its long and distinguished history of teaching, research, public service, and social contribution, the university has shaped the development and the dissemination of the relevant scientific fields in Greece.

Panteion aims to operate as a hub for producing and transmitting new knowledge. Its teaching and research staff stand out for their research - aimed at excellence and addressing sociopolitical challenges - and public presence in Greece and abroad.

The Technical University of Crete is a small, young, dynamic university with a clear mission to expand knowledge and benefit society through research integrated into education.

In this endeavour, the pursuit of excellence is the driving force. More than 70 laboratories with prime equipment, high technology infrastructure and eminently qualified personnel, as well as 120 faculty and staff members with international academic background attest to the level of excellence in education and research conducted at the university.

This profile ranks the Technical University of Crete amongst the most prominent research institutions in Greece.

Harokopio University of Athens is recognised as one of the most competitive universities both nationally and globally. Its academic excellence and the high quality of the educational and research work it produces are demonstrated by its ranking in top positions on international evaluation lists, as well as by the research achievements of its academic community members.

Today, the Harokopio University of Athens is at the forefront of creating collaborations with prestigious international educational institutions, committed to its internationalisation strategy. Its schools offer international study programmes and promote mobility, welcoming students and researchers from all over the world.

Since 1986, and as the fourth constituent institute of CIHEAM, the Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Chania pursues its three main missions through postgraduate specialised education, networked research and facilitation of regional debate.

With focus in the fields of business economics and management, geoinformation in environmental management, horticultural genetics and biotechnology, food quality and chemistry of natural products, and sustainable agriculture, the institute has established itself as an authority in Mediterranean agriculture, food and rural development.