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Overview
This three-week international Summer School - Athens Ancient Polis programme offered by National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) explores Athens as both an ancient polis and a modern city through lectures, fieldwork, site visits, and research activities. Delivered in English by archaeologists, historians, and urban specialists, the programme examines the city's architectural, cultural, and historical development from antiquity to the present day. Participants complete 150 hours of guided instruction and field-based learning worth 5 ECTS credits.
Key Facts
Students engage with key themes including architecture, democracy, funerary practices, heritage management, and urban identity while visiting major sites and museums in Athens. Each participant undertakes an individual or team research project focused on topics such as public space transformation, monument reinterpretation, heritage preservation, or urban identity. The programme concludes with project presentations, academic discussion, and the award of an official transcript and certificate of attendance.
Programme Structure
Topics:
- Athenian Architecture
- Athenian Democracy
- Funerary Culture
- Heritage Management
- Urban Identity and Public Space
- Archaeology of the Acropolis
- Ancient Agora and Roman Forum
- Ottoman Athens
- Byzantine Athens
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 21 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
English
Credits
5 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Athens, Greece
Disciplines
Area & Cultural Studies History View 3 other Short Courses in History in GreeceWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
Program in aimed at:
- Students and learners interested in archaeology, history, architecture, heritage, and urban studies.
- Participants seeking an in-depth understanding of Athens from both ancient and modern perspectives.
- Individuals interested in cultural heritage, monument interpretation, public space, and urban identity.
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Tuition Fees
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EU/EEA Applies to you
Applies to youEU/EEA Nationals1800 EUR / full≈ 1800 EUR / full
Living costs
Athens
Greece
595 - 760 EUR / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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