Semester Exchange - National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens is the second biggest university of Greece in number of students (following the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki). The idea of establishing a University in Greece emerged alongside with the Greek War of Independence, also known as the Greek Revolution. The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, officially founded in April 14th, 1837, is the first University not only of Greece but both the Balkan peninsula and the Eastern Mediterranean region.
Country | Greece |
Type of Program | Exchange |
Level of Study | Undergraduate |
Length of Program | 5 months |
Program Dates | First Semester: September - February |
Language of Instruction | Modern Greek, English |
| Travel Grant | $800 |
GPA Requirement (Out of 4.0) | 2.5 |
Course Information | |
Accommodation | |
Exchange Student Website | The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens Exchange Website |
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this program, you must:
- A cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher (varies each program),
- Completion of at least 12cp at the time of application. 18cp to go abroad,
- Enough credit points remaining to complete the program,
- Comply with the eligibility criteria outlined in the Student Exchange Policy.
How to Apply
Applicants must complete an online Application form. You'll need to include:
Your personal details, One University preference, It should take around 2 - 3 minutes to complete an application.
Important notes:
Application Fee and Payment Options: For all exchange programs (semester and short term), there is a compulsory application fee. For more information and payment options please refer to the Payment Website.
Insurance: It is a requirement of the exchange program that all students must purchase their own travel insurance to cover them for the duration of their journey beyond their overseas program. Students will be covered throughout the duration of their exchange program dates. More information will be given to students upon acceptance.
Program Costs: You remain enrolled at Macquarie University and continue to pay your tuition fees to Macquarie University. As an exchange student you pay no tuition fees to host university. However, you must also always be prepared for unexpected expenses, and should consider how you will be dealing with the expenses of your exchange before you leave your home country. Prior to departure, you will need to save sufficient funds to cover all of your expenses for the duration of your exchange. Some costs to consider include: airfares, students visa (if required), travel health insurance, accommodation, food, additional travel, entertainment, textbooks, incidental expense. If you wish to work while you are away, it is important to note that work rights for international students vary from country to country. For further information about your visa restrictions please contact the consulate or embassy of your host country.
*Disclaimer: Macquarie University does not ensure the quality or reputation of activities run externally, should students choose to undertake these activities they take on the full risk and responsibility. All students need to undertake their own risk assessment before departure, considering wisely their personal health and safety risks. Ultimately participation in these activities is at the students’ risk.
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Summary
The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens is the second biggest university of Greece in number of students (following the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki). The idea of establishing a University in Greece emerged alongside with the Greek War of Independence, also known as the Greek Revolution. The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, officially founded in April 14th, 1837, is the first University not only of Greece but both the Balkan peninsula and the Eastern Mediterranean region.
Area of study
Society, history and languages
Eligibility
Full offers only
Tags
Macquarie, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Greek, Arts, History, Exchange, Athens, Greece
Benefits
Travel Grant
Value
$800
Phone
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Email
mi.exchange@mq.edu.au
Apply URL
https://students.mq.edu.au/experience/travel-while-studying/apply
Level of study
Undergraduate