Recognised as the birthplace of democracy and academia, Greece has a long history of education. In fifth-century Constantinople, the first higher education institution in Europe described as a university was founded. With exciting cities, Greek cuisine and beautiful weather, Greece would be the perfect choice for an international student.
Western culture owes many of its modern systems to Ancient Greece. The country has long been known for providing higher education, with a high quality education system. Many of the ideas of Ancient Greek philosophers are still discussed today, and there is a lasting presence of innovators.
Higher education in Greece is provided by three different types of institution. These are universities, technological educational institutes and academies. You can study for a bachelor’s degree, masters degree and doctoral degree at universities in Greece.
There is one Greek university in the 2023 QS World University Rankings top 500, and 4 in the top 1,000. The highest of these is the National Technical University of Athens, which is placed at =422nd. The next highest ranked is the University of Crete, which is placed in the 591-600th group.
There are many exciting places to study in Greece. These include Athens and Thessaloniki, among others.
International students who wish to study in Greece will need a student visa. For more information about this, see our Greece Student Visa Guide.
| Capital City | Athens |
|---|---|
| Currency | EUR, Euro |
| Language(s) | Greek |
| Universities on StudyLink | 9 universities |
| Major Student Cities | Thessaloniki |
The official and national language of Greece is Greek.
There are an increasing amount of degree programmes being offered in the English language, mainly at postgraduate level. At undergraduate level, Greek is the normal teaching language. If you choose to study in a non-native language, you will likely have to provide evidence of your proficiency. If you do not meet the required standards, it is common for institutions to offer language courses to help you improve.
Even if you are able to study in English, you should make an effort to learn as much Greek language as you can. Communicating with the locals and other students is the perfect way to practice. This is a skill that will look great on your CV/resume!
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