27 June 2015
Athens: from ancient polis to postmodern metropolis.
A three-week long, intensive study abroad programme combining morning on-site classes with afternoon lectures and weekend fieldtrips.
Covering Athenian history and culture from Greek prehistory to the present, this exciting, experience-based course invites students from around the globe to study, as well as enjoy, one of the world’s most ancient cities.
Course leader
Prof. Dimitris Plantzos
Target group
We welcome applicants from a wide range of backgrounds, including archaeology, history, classics, social anthropology, art history and cultural studies, both undergraduates and graduates.
Course aim
Through a comprehensively structured academic syllabus, enrolled students are able to reflect on many different aspects of the city’s history and culture – from its archaeology and art-history to matters of modern and post-modern political and social life.
Credits info
6 EC
6 ECTS / 4 SCH (equivalent to a regular one-semester course according to either European or American standards; since degree requirements vary among universities, students are advised to ensure in advance that their home university will recognize this programme; detailed syllabus outlining the contact hours, reading and assessment available upon request).
Fee info
EUR 800: Fee inclusive of all fieldtrips, welcome and farewell receptions, as well as teaching materials and assistance.