Introduction to the PGP

The Postgraduate Program in “Cultural Informatics and Communication” is ready to admit students for the next academic year.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO KNOW

The Postgraduate Programme addresses holders of a first-cycle degree (i.e. a Bachelor’s degree) from a Greek university (university or technical institute) or from a recognized institution in Greece. Moreover, graduates from the Higher Military Educational Institutions (ASEI in Greek), the Hellenic Police Officers’ School, the Firefighters’ School of the Fire Academy and the Coast Guard – Hellenic Coast Guard Cadet School are also admitted.

The Postgraduate Programme lasts three (3) semesters. The start of classes is scheduled for October 2024 and the completion of the Programme (with the submission and presentation of the dissertation of the Postgraduate Programme) in February 2026.

The Postgraduate Programme utilizes blended learning formats. More specifically, the first two semesters of studies are dedicated to courses that are mostly delivered remotely (up to 80%), in regular pre-arranged meetings via a modern distance learning platform. The remaining part of the Programme is implemented through short-term intensive courses in the headquarters of the Department in Mytilene (Lesvos, Greece).

The third semester is dedicated to the preparation of the Postgraduate Programme thesis/dissertation.

Course attendance and participation in all types of educational activities is mandatory, both in person and in remote meetings, and, in any case, absences cannot exceed 25% of the total hours of distance learning that are provided in the Programme. Participation in live activities is mandatory.

To attend the Postgraduate Programme, tuition fees of €2,800 are payable in installments:

  1. First installment of €1,000 upon registration.
  2. Second installment of €500 by 31/1/2025.
  3. Third installment of €500 by 30/6/2025.
  4. Fourth installment of €800 before the defense of the Dissertation.

According to current legislation, those who meet specific income and academic criteria (Bachelor’s degree grade above 7.5/10) have the opportunity to be exempted from tuition fees. The income criteria are specified in the provisions of Article 86 and Paragraph 2 of Article 418 of Law 4957/2022 “New Horizons in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs): Strengthening the quality, operability and connection of HEIs with society and other provisions” (Government Gazette A 141/21.07.2022 in Greek).

The Postgraduate Programme awards performance scholarships, totaling €3,000 (€1,000 per/a specialization of the Postgraduate Programme) to those postgraduate students who will obtain the highest score per specialization upon graduation from the Postgraduate Programme, during the normal duration of studies, that is, during the first three semesters.

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WHAT SHOULD YOU DO

The application is submitted to the NAFTILUS electronic platform, following the link. All necessary supporting documents are also uploaded to the same platform.

Detailed instructions for the application can be found here.

The following are required for submitting the application:

  1. A detailed CV.
  2. A copy of Bachelor’s degree or a Certificate of Completion of Studies.
  3. Transcripts
  4. An Undergraduate thesis (if it were prepared within the framework of undergraduate studies and is relevant to the subject of the Postgraduate Programme).
  5. Certificate of English language proficiency, at least at level B2. For foreign candidates, an additional certificate of Greek language proficiency from a certified Greek Language Centre is required.
  6. Scientific publications and/or artistic/creative work (if any).
  7. Evidence of any professional or research experience in subjects related to the Postgraduate Programme (if any).
  8. Two (2) letters of recommendation.
  9. A clear copy of both sides of an identity card or passport
  10. Any other information that, in the opinion of the candidates, would help the Evaluation Committee form a more complete opinion.

Candidates who meet the formal requirements and have submitted all the required supporting documents are evaluated by a special committee on two stages:

  • Initially, candidates are evaluated based on the information they provide in their online application.
  • Then, candidates are invited to an oral interview that will be held online via a teleconference platform.

The following criteria will be considered for the final evaluation of candidates:

  • Grade of the Bachelor’s degree.
  • Performance in the Undergraduate Thesis, where this is provided in the first cycle of studies (i.e. Undergraduate Studies) and if it is relevant to the subject of the Postgraduate Programme.
  • Knowledge of a second foreign language.
  • Research or professional activity relevant to the subject of Postgraduate Programme.
  • Written and creative work.
  • Candidates’ general presence in the oral interview.
  • Application deadline 25 June 2025.
  • Recommendation letter deadline 06 July 2025.
  • Candidates’ interviews from 04 July to 06 July 2025. The exact schedule of interviews will be announced, after the deadline for submitting applications, on the website of the Postgraduate Programme and, in addition, candidates will be informed by personal e-mail from the Secretariat.
  • Announcement of results in mid July 2025.
  • Registration of successful candidates until the end of July 2025.
  • Start of classes 2nd fortnight of October 2025.

*Possible changes to dates will be announced on the website of the Postgraduate Programme.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

In the academic year 2024-2025, the Postgraduate Programme will admit a maximum of sixty (60) students in total for all three directions.

Candidates who have yet to get their undergraduate degree may also apply, provided that they have completed their obligations and will submit a Certificate of Completion of Undergraduate Studies by the date of their registration for the Postgraduate Programme.

The language of instruction is Greek, but the educational activity also includes mandatory or optional study of bibliographical references or sources in English.

The level of English language proficiency is proven based on the criteria included in the currently in force ASEP Language Proficiency Proof Appendix, which you can find here.

Candidates who do not have a certificate of English proficiency at level B2 will be examined orally via a teleconference platform. If they successfully respond to the examination, the evaluation of their candidacy will proceed.

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