Athens, Greece
Athens Ancient Polis/ Modern Metropolis International Summer School
Run by National & Kapodistrian University of Athens · Established 1837
- Ages
- 18 to 80
- Stay
- Residential
- Duration
- 3 weeks
- When
- Jun to Jul 2027
Summary
A three-week university summer school in Athens exploring the city's ancient and modern history through lectures, site visits, field trips and a research project.
This three-week international summer school runs in Athens from 13 June to 4 July 2027. It explores the city as both an ancient polis and a modern metropolis.
The programme combines lectures, on-site classes and field trips. It carries 150 hours of guided instruction and fieldwork, worth 5 ECTS.
Each participant chooses a topic for an individual or team research project. Projects are presented at the end, followed by a closing reception.
Camp highlights
- Three weeks in Athens, 13 June to 4 July 2027
- 150 hours of instruction and fieldwork, 5 ECTS
- Taught in English by archaeologists, historians and urban specialists
- Full-day excursions to Delphi, Sounion and Epidaurus
- Official transcript and certificate from the University of Athens
Dates and prices
The camp confirms availability when you enquire.
What the price covers
Included in your stay
- Tuition
- Course materials
- Progress report
- Certificate of completion
- Activities programme
- Excursions
- Visa support letter
Not included
- Accommodation
- All meals
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Laundry
- Sports equipment hire
- Airport transfers
- Travel insurance
- Pastoral care
Full inclusion details
- Official transcript from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
- Certificate of attendance
- Lunch on the full-day excursions
Programme and activities
What you’ll do
- Excursions
Academics
Classroom sessions cover Athenian architecture, democracy, funerary culture and heritage management. On-site visits include the Acropolis, Kerameikos, the Byzantine and Christian Museum and the Museum of Islamic Art.
Each participant develops an individual or team research project with the instructors, working on it in the second and third weeks. Teaching is in English. The course is worth 5 ECTS.
On site facilities
- Wifi
A typical day
A typical day combines classroom learning with visits to Athens’ archaeological sites and museums. Participants explore ancient Greek history, culture, and the city’s development through lectures, guided discussions, and on-site activities. The schedule varies, with time for independent study, project preparation, and exploring Athens. Selected days feature full-day excursions beyond the city.
Who the camp is for
Accommodation and meals
Participants are responsible for arranging and paying for their own accommodation. Classes take place in central Athens, at a location easily accessible by public transportation.
Participants are free to choose accommodation that suits their preferences and budget, either in the city center or in other areas with convenient public transportation connections to the teaching venue. Accommodation costs are separate from the summer school tuition fees.
Supervision and safety
Location and travel
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Deposit
1800.
More about National & Kapodistrian University of Athens
The course is run through the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Teaching is by a multidisciplinary team of archaeologists, historians and urban specialists. Every participant receives an official transcript and a certificate of attendance from the university.
Learning combines classroom lectures with visits to major sites in Athens and field trips beyond the city.
