On Monday, October 12, Professor Christos Tsatsanis, Director of the International Program in Medicine, represented the University of Crete in Ljubljana as part of a Study in Greece (SiG) delegation promoting Greek universities to Slovenian students. The delegation was led by SiG...
The event entitled “The Bull of Europa” was successfully held on Tuesday, 27 October 2026, at the University of Crete Library, featuring distinguished Chinese poet, playwright, travel writer and visual artist Han Bo. The event was organized by the Centre for Ancient Greek and Chinese...
The School of Medicine of the University of Crete is offering a winter studies programme focusing on the basic principles of cardiovascular and general health assessment in children who participate in sports, helping support their safe involvement in physical activities. 📚 Programme topics and...
The University of Crete took part in the General Assembly of UNIMED – Mediterranean Universities Union, held October 7–8, 2026, at the University of Barcelona. The University was represented by Professor Melina Tamiolaki, Vice Rector for Development, International Relations and Outreach, and...
In September, early-career climate scientists gathered in eastern Crete for a week of advanced training with real atmospheric data. The Autumn School “Advanced Atmospheric Observations, Data Mining & Modelling” took place from September 14 to 18, 2026, in Agios Nikolaos, Crete. The program...
A unique international learning experience was offered to 43 students from the University of Crete and other Greek universities through their participation in the free summer course “Mind Full or Mindful: Mindfulness in Education,” organized within the framework of the University of Crete’s...
In September 2026, the University of Crete took part for the first time in the Empowering Equity Academy, an initiative of the European Investment Bank (EIB). The University was represented by Maria Mavridi, a graduate student in the MSc Neurosciences program, who joined young women from across...
Welcome Event for First-Year Students at the University of Crete The University of Crete is delighted to welcome its new students for the 2026–2027 academic year, from Greece and around the world, at a special welcome event. The event will take place on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at the same...
Greek language courses, Beginner Level (A1-A2) are starting this week in Rethymno (Gallos University Campus) and on October 6 in Heraklion (Voutes University Campus).The course runs for 13 weeks and covers the progression from A1 to A2 level according to the Common European Framework of...
Applications are open for 11 fully funded PhD positions within the nEXt-RNA Doctoral Network, a Horizon Europe Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) project focused on advancing research into extracellular RNA (exRNA) communication in host-pathogen interactions.The program brings together...
The University of Crete participated once again in the EIB Summer School 2026, organized by the European Investment Bank (EIB) in Luxembourg from June 27 to July 4, 2026. The program gave University of Crete students the opportunity to gain firsthand insight into the work and mission of one of...
The University of Crete welcomed a delegation from Guangdong University of Technology (GDUT), China, on 27 August 2026 at its Rethymno Campus. The visit focused on the exchange of academic and educational perspectives, dialogue between Greece and China, and the exploration of opportunities for...
The summer school “THE MYTILENE PROJECT” of the School of Medicine of the University of Crete was successfully completed under the auspices of Associate Professor of Forensic Medicine, Dr. Elena Kranioti. The summer school, which was conducted as part of a broader humanitarian initiative aimed...
For the second consecutive year, the University of Crete is offering Chinese Language courses, open to anyone interested in learning one of the world’s most widely spoken languages and exploring Chinese culture. The courses are organized in collaboration with the Chinese Center for Language...
The University of Crete invites interested faculty members, researchers and postdoctoral scholars to apply for the 2026–2027 CSCSA Scholar Fellowship Program, offered by the Chinese School of Classical Studies at Athens (CSCSA). The fellowship supports 3–12-month research residencies in Athens...
The University of Crete, an Official Examination Centre of the Centre for the Greek Language (Centre Code: 30026), invites all interested candidates to apply for the October 2026 Greek Language Proficiency Examinations (Certificate of Attainment in Greek). This examination session is held...
The University of Crete successfully concluded the 1st Summer School in Regenerative Medicine, held from July 1–5, 2026, at its School of Medicine. The program brought together early-career researchers, clinicians, and students to explore recent advances in stem cell technologies and their...
On Friday 26 June 2026, the third edition of the “Crete Past and Present” Summer School, organized by the Division of Classical Studies of the Department of Philology at the University of Crete, concluded with great success. Earlier that week, the members of the organizing committee –...
The 1st Summer School in Regenerative Medicine was successfully launched on Wednesday, July 1, at the Medical School of the University of Crete, marking the beginning of an intensive educational program dedicated to one of the most dynamic and rapidly evolving fields of modern biomedical...
The University of Crete successfully concluded the 2026 Summer School on the Management of Drug-Resistant Epilepsy (DRE), held from 16 to 19 June 2026 in a hybrid format, welcoming participants both in person and online. Organized in collaboration with academic institutions across the United...
The examination process for the Certification of Attainment in Greek, hosted by the University of Crete, has been successfully completed. Candidates from different countries and linguistic backgrounds took part in the examinations, confirming the steadily growing interest in learning Greek and...
The University of Crete successfully hosted the final round of the “My Thesis in 3 Minutes – Three Minute Thesis (3MT)” competition on June 10, 2026, in a packed Auditorium at Voutes Campus, Heraklion. This marks the fourth time the competition has been organized in Greece by the University of...
We are pleased to share an upcoming online seminar dedicated to the integration of digital storytelling into language education, with a special focus on strengthening the skills and inclusion of migrant students. The event is designed for educators across all levels, as well as practitioners in...
The University of Crete is pleased to announce its official membership in the UNIMED (Mediterranean Universities Union) network, one of the leading organizations fostering cooperation among universities across the Mediterranean region. The University of Crete’s admission to UNIMED was approved...
The Second World Conference of Classics concludes today, Wednesday, 10 June 2026, at the Academy of Athens. The Conference is co-organised by the Academy of Athens and the Chinese School of Classical Studies at Athens. The opening ceremony took place in a highly formal setting, in the presence...
The University of Crete participated in the NAFSA 2026 Annual Conference & Expo, held in Orlando, Florida, USA, from May 26–30, 2026. As the world's largest international education conference and exhibition, NAFSA brought together thousands of higher education professionals, university...
The Department of Economics at the University of Crete successfully hosted the 30th International Conference on Macroeconomic Analysis and International Finance, which took place from 27 to 30 May 2026 at the Gallos campus in Rethymno. Marking its 30th consecutive year, the conference welcomed...
The 3rd Global Forum on Mutual Learning among Civilizations, themed “Education and Civilization Exchange: Pathways to Mutual Learning and Shared Development,” was held at Southwest University, a founding member of the Center for Chinese and Greek Civilizations (KELKIP) in China, where the...
The history of psychology is often presented solely as a story of scientific progress. However, this perspective overlooks the important ways psychology has been shaped by sociopolitical events, cross-cultural encounters, and interdisciplinary exchange. This course examines psychology as a...
Today, on International Museum Day, we honor the institutions that preserve memory, inspire curiosity, and connect science, history, and culture across generations.On this special day, we invite you to discover the museums affiliated with the University of Crete:🏺 Museum of Ancient...
What happens when medicine, engineering, physics, and data science converge to tackle some of the most complex challenges in eye health? In this interview, Professor Miltiadis Tsilimbaris explains how the MSc in Cutting Edge Technologies in Vision Sciences at the University of Crete is...
The Graduate Program Molecular Basis of Human Diseases announces an upcoming seminar addressing the evolving role of scientists within the biotechnology sector. Speaker:Katia Karalis, Physician Scientist, Head of Translational Studies and Partnerships at GRIK Therapeutics, Senior Consultant for...
The Chinese Language Courses of the University of Crete featured in the local channel Kriti TV, highlighting a growing interest in language learning that connects students with one of the world’s most influential cultures and economies. The program offers a valuable opportunity for learners to...
The Department of Philosophy at the University of Crete invites you to the 2nd CINEphil_101 International Philosophy Film Festival, which will take place at the Cultural Conference Center of Heraklion Crete (CCCC) from 3 to 10 May, 2026. The aim of CINEphil_101 is to promote the creative...
At a time when climate change, food insecurity, and environmental degradation dominate global debate, the documentary 2258: A Story of Earth’s Regeneration offers a research-driven perspective on one of humanity’s most overlooked resources: soil. Filmed primarily in Crete and directed by Nikos...
On April 20, the University of Crete joins institutions worldwide in celebrating International Chinese Language Day, an occasion dedicated to one of the world’s oldest and most influential linguistic traditions. At the Welcome Office, we marked the day with two short videos featuring our...
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International Children’s Book Day (ICBD) is celebrated each year on April 2, around the birthday of Hans Christian Andersen, since 1967. Its purpose is to inspire a love of reading and highlight the importance of children’s literature. Each year, a different National Section of the...
Since 2007, when the United Nations General Assembly established April 2 as World Autism Awareness Day , the day has been established as an opportunity to affirm and promote the full realization of all human rights and fundamental freedoms for autistic people , on an...
The Welcome Office of the University of Crete (UoC) invites you to read the FAQ noted during the Info Session about the Young Envoys Scholarship (YES) Program that took place on 20 March 2026 in both campuses (Voutes - Heraklion, Gallos - Rethymnon). Chinese language professors Shiheng Zhu and...
The Centre for Training and Lifelong Learning (K.E.DI.VI.M) of the University of Crete organises a course titled: First steps into Greek language and culture. 📚 Course OverviewThis program offers an engaging introduction to the Greek language, alongside insights into key elements of Greek...
The International University Fair (IUF), the largest educational event in Southeastern Europe, was held in Greece for the 13th time on March 20, 22, and 24, 2026, in Athens, Thessaloniki, and Heraklion, respectively. The Heraklion event took place on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 2:00 PM to...
Information Day – Join us!When:Saturday March 28, 2026Where:FORTH Science & Culture Center, Zografou & Averof Str, Heraklion, CreteLive streaming available: https://uoc-gr.zoom.us/j/81406013153?pwd=Na7dkI0BefbN8ykkxEc8zJnbY15lxJ.1 Discover our new MSc: Cutting-Edge Technologies in...
The University of Crete Medical School warmly invites students and early-career professionals from around the world to discover its Summer Schools in Medicine for 2026. 1. Regenerative MedicineThe University of Crete is pleased to welcome participants to the Summer School in Regenerative...
Participation in a thesis competition titled: “My Thesis in 3 Minutes” Are you a doctoral candidate at the University of Crete? Can you present the core research idea of your doctoral thesis, its results, and its impact clearly and simply in just three minutes? Can you explain your research to...
An extension of the application deadline for participation in the Certificate of Attainment in Greek examinations has been announced, with the new deadline set for March 29, 2026. The University of Crete serves as a certified Examination Center for the Certificate of Attainment in Greek (Center...
Interested in studying in China through a short-term international program? The Welcome Office of the University of Crete (UoC) invites you to an Info Session about the Young Envoys Scholarship (YES) Program on: Friday, 20 March 2026 at 12:00pm Chinese language professors Shiheng Zhu and Gao...
The International University Fair (IUF) is the largest educational event in Southeastern Europe and will be held in Greece for the 13th time on March 20, 22, and 24, 2026, in Athens, Thessaloniki, and Heraklion, respectively. The University of Crete will take part in the International...
The Centre for Training and Lifelong Learning (K.E.DI.VI.M) of the University of Crete organises course with title : Cisco CCNA Networking Course. The programme will be implemented in English. The program is conducted with blended learning ...
International students and researchers from the University of Crete explored the island’s culture, history, gastronomy and music through a unique cultural excursion organized by the Welcome Office. On March 11, 2026, the Welcome Office of the University of Crete organized a cultural excursion...
Today we celebrate International Women’s Day — a day to recognize the strength, creativity, resilience, and achievements of women around the world. At the University of Crete, we are proud of the vibrant community of women who study, research, teach, lead, and inspire every day. As Manolis...
On Friday 13th of February 2026, the University of Crete successfully hosted the Orientation Day for the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Program “Resilience in Educational Contexts” (FLOURISH), welcoming 22 international postgraduate students for the Spring Semester 2026. The event...
The Centre for Training and Lifelong Learning (K.E.DI.VI.M) of the University of Crete organises course with title : Cisco CCNA Networking Course. The programme will be implemented in English. The program is conducted with blended learning ...
Crete is a place of extraordinary beauty, where landscapes, traditions, and daily life are deeply intertwined. Tourism plays a vital role in the island’s economy, bringing people from around the world to experience its unique character. Yet, as tourism continues to grow, it also brings...
Today, we stand in quiet solidarity with children around the world who are bravely facing childhood cancer. The Welcome Office of the University of Crete honors their strength, the love of their families, and the dedication of the healthcare professionals who support them every day. Every child...
The Department of Mathematics & Applied Mathematics of the University of Crete, the Department of Computer Science of the University of Crete, the Institute of Applied & Computational Mathematics (IACM) of FORTH and the Institute of Computer Science (ICS) of the FORTH, invite...
Are you ready to take your academic journey beyond borders and engage with Europe’s leading financial institution? The Welcome Office of the University of Crete warmly invites Master’s students to an information session on the EIB Summer School 2026, a prestigious international summer program...
We are pleased to announce the start of the Modern Greek Language Courses at the University of Crete for the Spring Semester 2025/2026. The courses are optional and free of charge for University of Crete students, including Erasmus students. 📍 Gallos Campus (Rethymno) The first meeting for the...
The University of Crete is pleased to share information regarding the YES (Youth Exchange Scholar) Programs 2026 offered by Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST), China. WHAT IS THE YES PROGRAM? The YES program is an integrated platform that consolidateseducational resources from...
Is it fair to be punished for sharing knowledge?When does law turn into power?How much does freedom cost? As part of the international Winter School “Crete at a Crossroads of Civilizations: On the Origins of Writing and Written Law” (KELKIP), with the participation of students from universities...
As of 21 January 2026, the international Winter School “Crete at a Crossroads of Civilizations: On the Origins of Writing and Written Law” is taking place, organized by the Center for Ancient Greek and Chinese Civilization (KELKIP). The program is addressed to undergraduate and postgraduate...
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS 12th International Course - "Care and Use of Laboratory Animals: mice, rats and zebrafish", April-May 2026. An intensive course on the care and use of laboratory animals (mice, rats and zebrafish) will be organized at the University of Crete (Department of Biology),...
The Centre for Training and Lifelong Learning (K.E.DI.VI.M) of the University of Crete organises course with title : Customer Strategy & Analytics – An AI Driven Approach. The programme will be implemented in English. The program is conducted with...
The activities of the international winter program entitled “Crete and the Aegean: from Prehistory to the Early Byzantine Period” were successfully completed on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. The program was implemented within the framework of a collaboration between the University of Crete and...
Join the online webinar and get to know more about our unique MSc programme in Forensic Medicine, Anthropology and Imaging! Get to meet us and ask questions on Friday 30th of January at 17:00 (EET) ! Join Zoom Meeting:...
The University of Crete welcomed a delegation from Tsinghua University (Beijing, China) on 19 January 2026, within the framework of an academic visit aimed at strengthening international cooperation and student engagement. The delegation, consisting of faculty members and postgraduate students...
Today we celebrate the power of a hug, a simple yet deeply meaningful gesture that can offer warmth, understanding, and hope.A hug can say what words cannot. It can also:➡️ Reduce stress➡️ Build trust➡️ Bring us closer together, as individuals and as a communityAt the University of Crete, we...
A major institutional distinction has been achieved with the official approval by the Center for the Greek Language for the operation of a Greek Language Proficiency Certification Examination Center at the University of Crete. The Center for the Greek Language is the national authority...
University of Crete participated in the workshop “Data, Internationalisation and Benchmarking: Evidence-Based Strategies for Greek Universities” that took place at Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB) on January 15, organized by Study in Greece in collaboration with Studyportals...
This Ph.D. program offers excellent opportunities to individuals to grow as researchers, scientists, and engineers and achieve leading roles in their field. The Computer Science Department closely collaborates with the Institute of Computer Science of FORTH, especially on issues related to...
The University of Crete, in collaboration with MIT Open Learning and MIT RAISE (Responsible AI for Social Empowerment and Education), invites you to an online lecture on the emerging role of Artificial Intelligence in qualitative research. Lecture Title Artificial Intelligence and Qualitative...
As the year draws to a close, we warmly thank our international students, partners, and colleagues for making the University of Crete a global academic community. May the festive season bring well-deserved rest, inspiring conversations across borders, and a New Year filled with curiosity,...
The Australia-Spain Network for Innovation and Research Excellence (AuSpire) program is a postdoctoral training initiative co-funded by the European Union (Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions). Coordinated by RMIT Europe, AuSpire brings together leading supervisors from 23 research centres,...
The Centre for Training and Lifelong Learning (K.E.DI.VI.M) of the University of Crete organizes a course titled: Artificial Intelligence for Humanities and Social Sciences. The programme will be implemented in English. The program is conducted online (80% asynchronous and 20% synchronous)....
The Greek University Panorama in Amman, held in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, concluded with remarkable success, drawing strong interest from students, parents, and educators exploring high-quality study opportunities abroad. The University of Crete participated actively throughout the...
The University of Crete (UoC) hosted a distinguished delegation from the Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics (NUAA) in Voutes Campus in Heraklion, on November 19, 2025, reinforcing the growing academic partnership between the two institutions. The visit centered on discussions...
The University of Crete proudly hosted the exhibition “City and Countryside: The Vitality of China’s Architectural and Cultural Heritage” on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at Voutes campus in Heraklion. The event celebrated the enduring richness of Chinese architectural tradition and further...
The University of Crete is delighted to announce the launch of its Chinese language classes, which officially began on Monday, 10 November, across both campuses. At Voutes Campus, participants started lessons with Ms. Ding Yanyu, while at the Rethymno Campus classes are taught by Ms. Gao Ying....
The University of Crete invites you to the Architecture Exhibition taking place on Thursday, November 13, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., at the N. Petridis Auditorium (University of Crete, Heraklion). The exhibition features models of traditional Chinese architecture (e.g., the Yellow...
The University of Crete welcomed a delegation from Shandong Jiaotong University (SDJTU) from the province of Shandong, China, with the aim of initiating institutional cooperation and developing joint activities in education and research. The delegation was formally received by the Rector,...
Students from various departments of the University of Crete had the opportunity to visit several prestigious universities across China through the YES (Young Envoys Scholarship) Program.During their stay, they attended academic and cultural activities, strengthening educational and...
On 16 October 2025, the University of Crete (UoC) hosted a delegation of four faculty members from the Department of Chemistry at Tsinghua University, Beijing, marking another important step in the growing academic collaboration between the two institutions. The delegation included Prof....
Students from various departments of the University of Crete had the opportunity to visit several prestigious universities across China through the YES (Young Envoys Scholarship) Program.During their stay, they attended academic and cultural activities, strengthening educational and...
The Centre for Training and Lifelong Learning (K.E.DI.VI.M) of the University of Crete organises a course with title : Understanding and Operating the Internet A Hands-on Networking Course. 🧑💻 Instructor: Prof. Xenofontas Dimitropoulos, Department of Computer...
📢 Call for Applications – Academic Year 2025 The Department of Biology (Postgraduate) of the University of Crete announces the PhD Programme in Biology for the academic year 2025. 🗓️ Application period: 1 September 2025 – 31 August 2026 You can find the program proclamation...
University of Minnesota 🗣️ Title:“The Materiality of Race: Where Geography Bumps into Philosophy” 🗓️ Thursday, October 9, 2025 Ζoom link:...
Our Ph.D. program offers excellent opportunities to individuals to grow as researchers, scientists, and engineers and achieve leading roles in their field. The Computer Science Department closely collaborates with the Institute of Computer Science of FORTH, especially on issues related to...
The University of Crete is organizing the welcome event for all first-year students — both Greek and international — which will take place on Tuesday, October 14, 2025. Rethymno: Auditorium D3, Gallos CampusHeraklion: Autitorium ''NIKOS PETRIDIS'', Department of Mathematics and Applied...
The University of Crete marked its second participation in the EAIE Conference & Exhibition (9–12 September 2025, Gothenburg), hosted at the Study in Greece booth alongside other Greek universities. The delegation included Professor Melina Tamiolaki, Vice-Rector of Development,...
Heraklion, Greece — 5 September 2025 — The University of Crete welcomed a student delegation from Tsinghua University for a day of academic exchange and dialogue in the Senate Hall in Heraklion. The visit featured academic presentations and student-led discussions designed to...
Αnnouncement – Chinese Language Courses at the University of Crete Due to high demand, the application deadline has been brought forward to:New deadline: Thursday, 25 September 2025 (23:59 EEST).The previous date, 10 October 2025, no longer applies. Previously submitted applications remain...
News UoC International aims to promote the activities, distinctions, agreements and collaborations of the University of Crete. In this issue: INGENIUM Summer School Tribute to Alexis Politis The University of Crete at the 2nd World Forum on Mutual Learning among Civilizations SEE-ERA and the...
👤 Speaker: Vasilis Gkatzelis, Associate Professor of Computer Science, College of Computing & Informatics, Drexel University 📅 Date: Tuesday, September 9, 2025⏰ Time: 16:00 🔗 Zoom: https://uoc-gr.zoom.us/j/83541397396 👨💼 Host: Yannis Tollis 📄 Abstract: This talk will introduce the model of...
Understanding and Operating the Internet A Hands-on Networking Course The Centre for Training and Lifelong Learning (K.E.DI.VI.M) of the University of Crete organises a course with title : Understanding and Operating the Internet A Hands-on Networking Course....
We are proud to share the experiences of our Master’s students, Elisavet Kapetanou (Biomedical Engineering) and Dimitra Tsantiraki (Political Science), who were selected among 80 students from across Europe to participate in the prestigious EIB Summer School 2025. Their inspiring testimonies...
Grief and mourning in a global world: cross-cultural reflections The Centre of Greek and Chinese Ancient Civilizations (KELKIP) of the University of Crete is co-organizing the International Symposium“Grief and mourning in a global world: cross-cultural reflections”,to be held...
The second Biophysics Summer School, focused this year on "Pattern Formation and Developmental Processes", was successfully held from July 7th to 14th at Xenia, in Rethymno, Crete. The event brought together 50 participants, including students and instructors, from...
Department of Philology – University of Crete | June 15–21, 2025 The Summer School in Classics: Crete Past and Present, organized for the second time by the Division of Classical Studies (Department of Philology, University of Crete), was successfully completed on Saturday, June 21, 2025, in...
The Medical School of the University of Crete successfully hosted the Summer School "Electromyography" from June 10–13, 2025, in collaboration with academic institutions from the United States. The hybrid program combined theoretical lectures, interactive assessments, and hands-on training...
University of Crete – Rethymno Campus | July 2025 The Summer School in Teaching Greek as a Foreign Language, organized annually by the Laboratory of Linguistics, Department of Philology of the University of Crete, was successfully completed on Friday, August 1, 2025, at the Gallos Campus in...
Heraklion, Crete | July 13–18, 2025 The 9th Summer School on “Applications of Artificial Intelligence and Augmented Reality in Education and Cultural Heritage” was held in Heraklion, Crete, from July 13 to 18, 2025. A total of 35 educators from all levels of education in Greece and Australia...
On Monday, August 4th, 2025, the University of Crete had the honour of welcoming a student and faculty delegation from Weiyang College, Tsinghua University, as part of their "Qingjin Xitu" 2025 Summer Overseas Practice Program. The visit was held under the auspices of the Rector of the...
During an intensive and enriching week at the European Investment Bank in Luxembourg, Dimitra Tsantiraki, a master's student of the Department of Political Science at the University of Crete, joined peers from across Europe to explore how investment, sustainability, innovation, and public...
Empirical Models of Demand and Entry in Industrial OrganizationJune 30 – July 4, 2025 The 18th Advanced Summer School in Economics and Econometrics took place from June 30 to July 4, 2025, focusing on the topic “Empirical Models of Demand and Entry in Industrial Organization.” The program...
Department of Economics, University of Crete | July 7–11, 2025 The 2nd Summer School in Experimental and Behavioral Economics, organized by the Department of Economics of the University of Crete (Rethymno, Greece), was successfully completed from July 7 to July 11, 2025. This year’s event...
“Crete at a Crossroads of Civilizations” was the title of the third Summer School organized by the Center for Ancient Greek and Chinese Civilizations (KELKIP), in collaboration with the School of Philosophy of the University of Crete.Students from Chinese universities visited landmark...
🔬 Research | Decoding the Mechanism of Chemoresistance in Breast Cancer Join us for a research seminar by: Ioanna KeklikoglouAssistant Professor, Department of Biology, University of Crete &Affiliated Researcher, IMBB-FORTH 🗓 Wednesday, 23 July 2025🕒 15:00 – 16:00💻 Join via...
The University of Crete proudly launches its 1st Summer School in Forensic Anthropology! On July 14, 2025, the University of Crete proudly launched the 1st Summer School in Forensic Anthropology (The UOC Forensic Anthropology Fieldschool), welcoming 18 participants from 12 countries to its...
The INGENIUM Senior Summer School, titled “From Earth’s Surface to Space,” was successfully held in Heraklion, Crete, from May 19–23, 2025, bringing together students, mentors, and experts from various disciplines. The program addressed the urgent issue of climate change and its impact on the...
The Centre for Training and Lifelong Learning (K.E.DI.VI.M) of the University of Crete organises course with title : «Python and Machine Learning». The official language of the seminar is English. The programme will be implemented by synchronous & asynchronous distance learning....
On Tuesday, June 17, 2025, the University of Crete had the honor of welcoming delegations from two prestigious Chinese universities: Beijing Normal University (BNU) and Zhejiang Gongshang University (ZJSU).The five-member BNU delegation was headed by Professor WANG Binglin, while the...
Title: Why is the tumor suppressor PML crucial for the nervous systemSpeaker: Androniki Kretsovali, Researcher A', IMBB-FORTHDate: Wednesday, July 2, 2025Time: 15:00 – 16:00🔗 Join via...
The editorial team of News UoC International is pleased to announce the release of its new issue#15!News UoC International aims to promote the activities, distinctions, agreements and collaborations of the University of Crete.In this issue:- GESAMP Meeting in the University of Crete-...
The University of Crete participated for a second consecutive year in NAFSA 2025 held from May 27 to 30, 2025, in San Diego, California, as part of the national “Study in Greece” initiative, showcasing the excellence and innovation of Greek higher education. The presence of Her Excellency Mrs....
On Tuesday, May 27, 2025, the University of Crete welcomed a delegation from Jiangsu Second Normal University (JSSNU), China. The delegation included the Rector and the Deans of the Faculties of Humanities and Natural Sciences. The visit aimed to explore opportunities for collaboration between...
The UoC Department of Biology welcomed 33 students and 4 faculty members from CY Cergy Paris Université on May 19–20, 2025, as part of its internationalization and outreach initiatives. The visit began with a welcome address and department presentation by the Head of the...
Just before finals… it’s time for a ✨dance break✨!No, you’re not dreaming—the University of Crete Dance Teams are back and fresher than ever! 🥰After six years, a pandemic, one thesis still in progress, and countless rehearsals…Tango, Latin, Lindy Hop, Contemporary, Breaking, and Greek Folk...
"Climate change perceptions, distress and behavioral responses: skepticism vs proactivity"Panagiota Dimitropoulou, Associate Professor of School Psychology, Department of Psychology&Evangelos Karademas, Professor of Clinical Health Psychology, Department of Psychology.Wednesday, 21 May...
The 1st CINEphil_101 International Festival of Philosophical Cinema is now underway — a unique cultural celebration where cinema meets philosophy, sparking thought, dialogue, and imagination. Organized by the Department of Philosophy of the University of Crete and the Cultural...
News UoC International aims to promote the activities, distinctions, agreements and collaborations of the University of Crete. In this issue: - Leading the Way: University of Crete’s Computer Science Department Ranks #1 in Greece - UoC Excellence Awards - The University of Crete...
University of Crete (Rethymno) & Online Conference: 20 & 21 May 2025 This conference will explore the contribution of semantic annotation, along with that of hybrid AI, deep learning, and knowledge graphs to ancient world studies. Semantic annotation is the process of...
Overview. The 14th International Joint Conference on Knowledge Graphs (IJCKG 2025) is a premium academic forum on Knowledge Graphs. The mission of IJCKG 2025 is to bring together researchers in the international Knowledge Graph community and other related areas to present their innovative...
The Department of Biology at the University of Crete is excited to announce the launch of its new MSc programme in Immunobiology for the upcoming Fall Semester of the 2025-2026 academic year. Immunology is an expanding and dynamic field, gaining significant importance in both the public and...
The Centre for Training and Lifelong Learning (K.E.DI.VI.M) of the University of Crete organizes course with title: Artificial Intelligence for Humanities and Social Sciences. The programme will be implemented in English. The program is conducted online (80% asynchronous and 20% synchronous)....
Spring 2025 Lecture Series 📅 Date: Tuesday, April 8, 2025 | ⏰ Time: 11:00 AM📍 Location: Meeting Room Vassileios Dougalis, STEP C, KEEK Building, FORTH Guest Lecture 🔹 Speaker: Tatiana Passali, Medoid Ai🔹 Title: Human centered NLP using Deep Learning Abstract Despite the impressive progress of...
Spring 2025 Lecture Series 📅 Date: Monday, March 31, 2025 | ⏰ Time: 2:00 PM📍 Location: Meeting Room Α303, Mathematics Department Building, University of Crete Guest Lecture 🔹 Speaker: Ioannis Ntzoufras, Athens University of Economics and Business🔹 Title: Bayesian Stochastic Block Model for...
The University of Crete proudly participated in the UK-Greece Strategic Partnership in Education Conference held in London on March 13, 2025. Bringing together 40 higher education institutions from both countries, the conference focused on advancing academic collaborations, joint initiatives,...
@JesusDanielSantos, Rector’s Delegate for International Alliances of the University of Oviedo, visited the University of Crete in order to explore further collaboration within the INGENIUM University. He met Prof.Kontakis Georgios, Rector of UoC while he discussed with UoC’s Faculty of Physics,...
Critical Media Literacy Approaches The S.HI.E.L.D. vs Disinformation project is pleased to announce the International Conference “Revisiting Disinformation: Critical Media Literacy Approaches,” which will take place at the University Campus of Gallos, Rethymno, Crete, Greece, on Friday, June...
Please find attached, the announcement for the next Seminar of the Joint Seminar Series in Translational and Clinical Medicine (2025), organized by the UoC Medical School in collaboration with IMBB-FORTH and UCRC. The Joint Seminar Series in Translational and Clinical Medicine are organized to...
on Dynamic Energy Budget (DEB) theory for metabolic organization The 9th edition of the DEB School & Symposium will be held 26 May - 6 June 2025, in Heraklion, Greece, hosted by the University of Crete. It is organized...
"Γυναίκα, μάνα, αδελφή και κόρη, η γη που ανθίζει με δάκρυ και γέλιο, η δύναμη μέσα στη νύχτα, ο φάρος σε κάθε ταξίδι."— Γιάννης Ρίτσος "You may cut all the flowers, but you cannot keep spring from coming."— Pablo Neruda Today, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and achievements of women...
On February 26th, the University of Crete participated in the Postgrad LIVE London 2025 fair, aiming to promote its English-taught postgraduate programs to prospective students from around the world. Representing the University, Associate Professor of Biology and Academic Director of the...
🎓 MSc Program in Data Science and Machine/Statistical Learning Spring 2025 Lecture Series 📅 Date: Tuesday, March 11, 2025 | ⏰ Time: 11:30 AM 📍 Location: Meeting Room Vassileios Dougalis, STEP C, KEEK Building, FORTH ________________________________________ Guest Lecture 🔹 Speaker: Liam Solus...
on Dynamic Energy Budget (DEB) theory for metabolic organization The 9th edition of the DEB School & Symposium will be held 26 May - 6 June 2025, in Heraklion, Greece, hosted by the University of Crete. It is organized under the theme “Stress ecology...
On February 10, 2025, the University of Crete hosted a delegation of students from Dushi College, Tsinghua University at the Voutes Campus. The visit, organized by the Welcome Office of the University of Crete, included presentations from university officials and faculty members. The...
The International & Public Relations Department of the UoC invites Erasmus students to the spring semester Orientation Day on Monday February 17, at 12.00. The event introduces new Erasmus students to the University of Crete and Voutes Campus and gives them the opportunity to meet fellow...
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS 11th International Course - "Care and Use of Laboratory Animals: mice, rats and zebrafish" _ April-May 2025 An intensive course on the care and use of laboratory animals (mice, rats and zebrafish) will be organized at the University of Crete (Department of Biology),...
29 – 31 May 2025 Department of Economics, University of Crete, Rethymno, Crete, Greece The conference will solicit papers in all areas of macroeconomic theory and policy and international finance. The ICMAIF covers the following topics: Exchange rates and Currency Markets Monetary Theory and...
Dear Students, Are you ready for an exciting international experience that will broaden your horizons, enhance your academic and cultural knowledge, and connect you with students from around the world? The Young Envoys Scholarship (YES) Program offers an incredible opportunity for...
The Rector of the University of Crete, Professor Georgios M. Kontakis, accompanied by the Vice-Rector for Development, International Relations, and Outreach, Professor Melina Tamiolaki, held a meeting with the new Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China, H.E. Mr....
The programme will be implemented in English.Application deadline : March 02, 2025 Purpose The Research Writing Program aims to develop students' ability to write, analyze, and present academic research papers effectively, emphasizing both process and product. Specifically:- Students get...
Read Issue 13 here: https://www.uoc.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/FINAL_13_nov_dec_24.pdf Please see our previous issues...
The two-day symposium titled “China and Greece from Antiquity to Modern Times,” jointly organized by the University of Crete and Lanzhou University in China, was successfully concluded. The symposium took place on January 20–21, 2025, in the Senate Hall of the Gallos Campus. Members of the...
The Department of Biology, University of Crete (U.o.C.), is warmly inviting prospective candidates to apply for PhD studies throughout the year.Applicants must be holders of a Master’s degree awarded by a Greek University or a Foreign University (academic recognition by DOATAP is required). The...
Our Ph.D. program offers excellent opportunities to individuals to grow as researchers, scientists, andengineers and achieve leading roles in their field.The Computer Science Department closely collaborates with the Institute of Computer Science of FORTH, especially on issues related to...
The Welcome Office of the University of Crete wishes you a joyful holiday season and a prosperous New Year 2025, filled with health and...
Τhe Graduate Program "Molecular Basis of Human Diseases" (https://mscs.uoc.gr/mbhd) is in Linkedin as well. We can be reached by e-mail at the address:...
On December 6th, the Welcome Office of the University of Crete organized a cultural and educational excursion for international students and researchers, giving them the opportunity to engage directly with the island’s rich heritage, experience its agricultural traditions firsthand, and savor...
News UoC International aims to promote the activities, distinctions, agreements and collaborations of the University of Crete.In this issue:-The University of Crete welcomes new students -New strategic partnerships between UoC and ChineseUniversities -University of Crete at EAIE 2024...
The third Thursday of November has been proclaimed by UNESCO as World Philosophy Day. On the occasion of its celebration, and as part of its ongoing collaboration with academic institutions in China, the University of Crete is participating in the organization of a workshop titled "Language and...
The University of Crete participated in the 1st World Congress of Classical Studies, held in Beijing from November 6 to 8, 2024. The event was co-organized by the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences and Southwest University of China, with the support of the Academy of Athens and the...
On Wednesday, November 13, 2024, a formal visit took place at the University of Crete in Rethymno by a delegation from the Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics (NUAA). Since February this year, the two institutions have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote...
On behalf of the TALOS Center in AI for SSH (UCRC, Rethymno) TALOS 2nd PhD meeting (onsite and online) We are pleased to share the programme of the 2nd PhD meeting, scheduled for Monday 4th November, 2024. The TALOS PhD meeting series provides a platform for TALOS...
The TALOS laboratory (Horizon ERA Chair TALOS AI4SSH) and the Department of Philology are pleased to host two events in English with Dr. Silvia Piccini, researcher at the Istituto di Linguistica Computazionale "Antonio Zampolli" of the Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche (CNR), Italy....
A delegation from the University of Crete, consisting of Professor Maria Vamvakaki, Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs, Research Policy, and Lifelong Learning; Professor Melina Tamiolaki, Vice-Rector for Development, International Relations, and Outreach; and Ms. Evgenia Skountaki, Head of the...
Today, October 10th, we join the global community in celebrating World Mental Health Day, reminding ourselves of the importance of taking care of our mental well-being. At the University of Crete, we are committed to fostering a supportive and understanding environment for everyone. Let’s...
On behalf of the Medical School of the University of Crete and the Programme Director Elena Kranioti, Associate Professor of Forensic Medicine of the University of Crete, we would like to invite you to our event for the presentation of the PG Programme in Forensic Medicine, Anthropology and...
The International and Public Relations Department, in collaboration with the University's Spοrts Centre in Voutes, invites all Erasmus and International students of the University of Crete in the sports event Campus Tournaments on Wednesday October 16, 16.00 - 18.00, at the...
The Centre for Training and Lifelong Learning (K.E.DI.VI.M) of the University of Crete organises course with title: Artificial Intelligence, Soft Skills and Creativity in the classroom of 21st century. The programme will be implemented in English. Teaching hours: 25 Released:...
The Centre for Training and Lifelong Learning (K.E.DI.VI.M) of the University of Crete organises course with title : Artificial Intelligence and eCultural Heritage. The programme will be implemented in English. Teaching hours: 25 Released: 19-23 MAY 2025 ATHENS GREECE,...
The Centre for Training and Lifelong Learning (K.E.DI.VI.M) of the University of Crete organises course with title: «ICT in Outdoor & Adventure Inclusive Education: Discover Greek History, Arts & Culture» The programme will be implemented in English. Teaching hours: 50...
News UoC International aims to promote the activities, distinctions, agreements and collaborations of the University of Crete.In this issue:– Picasso exhibition in Eleutherna: The Joy of Life– The University of Crete participates in EURAXESS Biennial Conference 2024– INGENIUM Students and Staff...
The University of Crete is organizing the first INGENIUM Sustainable Development and Corporate Responsibility School from November 18th to 22nd at the Voutes Campus. Graduate and doctoral students from the ten INGENIUM universities will participate in this innovative school, which will address...
The CSR-School provides advanced training, fully updated and renewed based on all new requirements in the field of Sustainable Development (State of the Art), on how to identify business opportunities related to sustainability and how to integrate responsibility at the core of...
The Pediatric Infectious Diseases Unit of the Pediatric Clinic, University Hospital of Heraklion, and the Division of Mother and Child, School of Medicine, University of Crete, under the auspices of the Hellenic and European Society of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, are organizing the 2nd...
Welcome to the University of Crete! Join us for a special **Welcome Day** for both Greek and international students!Meet new people, explore the campus, and get all the info you need for a great start.📅 **Date:* 17.10.24🕒 **Time:** 12:00📍 **Location: RethymnoAuditorium D3, Gallos...
The University of Crete proudly participated in the EAIE (European Association for International Education) Conference and Exhibition held in Toulouse, France, from September 17th to 20th, 2024. This prestigious event brought together higher education professionals from around the world, and...
The University of Crete is pleased to announce the launch of the "E-Stories Language Course through Digital Storytelling” for the Winter Semester of the academic year 2024-25. This innovative course is part of the Erasmus+ KA220HED program, "E-Stories – Digital Storytelling for Supporting the...
Today, August 27th, marks the commencement of the "1st Summer School in Experimental and Behavioral Economics," organized by the Department of Economics at the University of Crete. During the Summer School, lectures will be delivered to doctoral and postgraduate students by some of the world's...
As part of the Summer School "Nature and Culture in Crete, from Antiquity tothe Present," organized by K.E.L.KI.P. (Center for Ancient Greek and ChineseCivilization) and the Faculty of Philosophy of the University of Crete, a theatricalperformance titled "The Great Confucianist Zhang Zai" was...
We are pleased to share the inspiring story of Avery Hurst, a 2023-2024 Fulbright Research Fellow, who conducted groundbreaking research in Christos Tsatsanis' Lab in the Department of Medicine at the University of Crete (UoC). Avery's research focused on the pivotal role nutrition plays in...
One year after its inaugural educational event at the European Cultural Centre of Delphi (https://studyingreece.edu.gr/the-seeds-of-virtue-in-ancient-greece-and-china/), the KELKIP (Center of Greek and Chinese Ancient Civilizations) is relocating its summer school program to Crete. It will host...
The 6th Summer School of Linguistics at the University of Crete (CreteLing2024) has successfully begun! Organized by the Linguistics section of the Department of Philology at the University of Crete, under the leadership of Prof. Vina Tsakali (University of Crete) and Prof.Sabine...
The editorial team of News UoC International is happy to announce the release of its new issue#10!News UoC International aims to promote the activities, distinctions, agreements and collaborations of the University of Crete.In this issue: - The University of Crete at NAFSA 2024 -...
We are pleased to share the experiences of three postgraduate students from the University of Crete who participated in the annual Summer School of the European Investment Bank (EIB). This prestigious event took place online from June 24-28, 2024, and continued with an in-person session from...
On Sunday, July 7, 2024, the first Summer School organized by the Department of Classics of the Department of Philology at the University of Crete concluded with great success. The event, titled "Summer School in Classics: Crete Past and Present," lasted 8 days (from June 30 to July 7, 2024)...
The Center for Training and Lifelong Learning of the University of Crete, offer in distance (asynchronous) learning the program as a title: Humans and Digitalization: a challenge for transboarder citizenship education Duration 45 hours asynchronous learning Language: English Start date: 26th...
The Centre for Training and Lifelong Learning (K.E.DI.VI.M) of the University of Crete organizes a course with the title: Humans and Digitalization: a challenge for transboarder citizenship education. Purpose The purpose of the specific training program is to offer the trainees the knowledge so...
The Centre for Training and Lifelong Learning (K.E.DI.VI.M) of the University of Crete organizes course with title: «Python and Machine Learning» Within the framework of the Center for Training and Lifelong Learning of the University of Crete, an 8-month online seminar is offered...
Greek HEIs and European Alliances: Opportunities and Challenges June 18, 2024 | Co-organized by NTUA – NKUA Event Hall, Administration Building, NTUA, Zografou Campus CONFERENCE SUMMARY As part of the effort to enhance dialogue about the institution of European University Alliances in Greece,...
The award is funded by the donation of Professor Zoe Dimitriadis and is granted to postgraduate students, doctoral candidates, and/or postdoctoral researchers of the University of Crete for publications as first co-authors in top-tier international scientific journals during the previous...
Professor Panagiota Fatourou, a faculty member of the Department of Computer Science at the University of Crete, has been elected Chair of the Steering Committee of the prestigious conference ACM Symposium on Principles of Distributed Computing (PODC). The ACM Symposium on Principles of...
The University of Crete proudly announces the successful conclusion of the "hATTR Amyloidosis: from Bench to Bedside" summer school, held from June 10-14, organized by the Assoc. Prof. Ioannis Zaganas, the Scientific Academic Coordinator. The program brought together 6 distinguished physicians...
Professors Dimitrios Xenakis and Konstantinos Manasakis from the Department of Political Science, along with Postdoc Georgia Dimari, contributed their expertise on June 11th and 12th. The sessions were held at the Gallos campus in Rethymnon, offering valuable insights into Mediterranean...
The University of Crete proudly participated in the EURAXESS BiennialConference 2024, held from June 10th to 13th. This prestigious eventgathered leading researchers and innovation experts from across Europe todiscuss advancements in career development, research mobility, andcollaborative...
The workshop aims to bring together Mathematicians and Physicists who work in theories of gravity to discuss modern trends in classical and quantum gravity and black hole physics. We expect to have on average two 1.5-hour review talks per day that will introduce a hot topic with emphasis on...
The meeting aims to bring together particle physicists, cosmologists, and astrophysicists, to syncretise different approaches on topics of common interest. When: 17 – 21 June 2024 Where: Neratze Mosque, Rethymno, Crete, Greece Scientific Organising Committee: Carolina Casadio – Institute of...
Between May 29 and 31, 2024, the three-day international symposium on "Crises and Multi-Level Governance" was successfully held. The symposium was organized by the Department of Political Science in collaboration with the National Observatory of Athens, the Center for Democracy and Law Research...
The climate of our planet is showing unprecedented signs of destabilization, with 2023 being by far the hottest year on record. Greenhouse gas emissions continue to rise, and the international community hesitates to take the necessary measures required to keep temperatures within the limits set...
Three undergraduate students from the University of Crete (Dimitrios-Christoforos Karagiannis, Department of Biology; Konstantinos Mountakis, Department of Physics; Emmanouil Papadogiannis, Department of Mathematics and Applied Mathematics) were awarded as one of the three winning teams in the...
The Department of Mathematics & Applied Mathematics of the University of Crete, the Department of Computer Science of the University of Crete, the Institute of Applied & Computational Mathematics (IACM) of FORTH and the Institute of Computer Science (ICS) of the FORTH, invite...
The University of Crete proudly announces its participation in the renowned annual exhibition for international education, "NAFSA 2024 Annual Conference & Expo," which was held from May 28 to May 31, 2024, in New Orleans, USA. The presence of the University of Crete at NAFSA is one of the...
On Thursday, May 23, 2024, the signing ceremony of the Memorandum of Understanding between the University of Crete and UNICEF took place in the Senate Hall at the Heraklion Campus. The memorandum was signed by the Rector of the University of Crete, Professor Georgios M. Kontakis, and the...
The Department of Economics at the University of Crete is organizing the 28th International Conference on Macroeconomic Analysis and International Finance from May 29 to June 1, 2024, at the Rethymno Campus. The keynote speakers of the conference are internationally renowned academics and...
When: Friday 24th of May - Sunday 26th of May Where: Cultural Conference Center of Heraklion For more details please visit: www.30esfie.gr Program:...
25-29 JUNE 2024In collaboration with 10 academic institutions in the United States, this hybrid (in-person and via zoom) course will review the basics in electroencephalography (EEG) across the age spectrum. It will include the fundamental tenets of signal generation, technical considerations...
"Diversity, origin and molecular evolution of animal neural systems" Alexandros Pittis, PhD, Comparative Genomics Lab, IMBB-FORTH Wednesday, May 22, 2024, 15:00 – 16:00 local time Platform link : https://uoc-gr.zoom.us/j/83955734209 The Joint Seminar Series in Translational and Clinical...
Lecture: Herakles, the 'terma' of the hippodrome and the delimitation of the Altis in Pindar's 'Third Olympian' Alice Alcaras is a doctoral candidate at the University Paris Nanterre, where she is currently writing her thesis, 'Sanctuaries and the Poetics of Architecture in Pindar's odes',...
Erasmus Mundus Flourish Final Farewell lecture series | Semester 2 | University of Crete, Greece «Diagnosing» Resilience: Seeing the Positives in Young People Even When there are Serious Problems Professor Michael Ungar, Ph.D.Canada Research Chair in Child, Family and Community...
Plutarch and Xenophon: An Underexplored Relationship This workshop aims to illuminate, through a comparative investigation of Plutarch's and Xenophon's works, individual aspects of their ideology, narrative artistry, and generic experimentation. It will provide insight into Plutarch’s...
The FELASA Severity Workshop, with the encouragement of the European Commission, is delivered in a standardized format since the FELASA 2016 Congress, using examples published by the 2010 FELASA/ESLAV/ECLAM Working Group. It aims to promoteunderstanding and coherence in severity classifications...
The Physics Department of the University of Crete, together with the Institute of the Theoretical and Computational Physics are organizing a one-day workshop to discuss several hot topics driving the current surge of quantum science and technology. The presentations will be pedagogical and...
This year, the Department of Materials Science and Technology at the University of Crete, listed on the computer form for candidates in the 2nd Scientific Field, comes with a refreshed identity and a thoroughly modernized undergraduate program. Now renamed the "Department of Materials Science...
🌟 Calling All Students! 🌟 🚀 Dive into the future with us! The EIB Institute is thrilled to support YouthTalks in a groundbreaking initiative to shape the conversation around artificial intelligence (AI) – a force destined to reshape our society. 📊 We need YOUR voice! Take part in our exciting...
Call for Papers for the International Conference “Feminisms and Politics in Interwar Balkans and East - Central Europe” University of Crete Department of History and Archaeology International Conference Feminisms and Politics in Interwar Balkans and East - Central Europe...
The editorial team of News UoC International is happy to announce the release of its new issue #9! News UoC International aims to promote the activities, distinctions, agreements and collaborations of the University of Crete.In this issue: - Presentation: The UoC Research Support...
The University of Crete is taking part in the Erasmus+ program called "E-Stories - Digital Storytelling for Supporting the Language and Technological Skills of Foreign University Students." The main objective of the research program is to identify the needs of foreign tertiary education...
The Department of Primary Education of the School of Educational Sciences at the University of Crete, under a memorandum of collaboration with the Greek School "OZEL GOKCEADA RUM LISESI VE ORTAOKULU, TURKEY", is organizing a two-day event on the island of Imbros from May 10-11, 2024. The theme...
The Museum of Medicine of Crete collaborates and supports the cultural activities organized by the Messara Associations Network with the support of the Region of Crete under the title "Levina Days - Health, Culture, Humanity, Nature." The series of events for 2024 are scheduled for April 26,...
The Coordination Committee of the postgraduate program in "Economic Theory and Policy" at the Department of Economic Sciences, University of Crete, is organizing a brief online presentation of the program for the academic year 2024-25, on Wednesday, April 24, at 11:00 AM. They will be pleased...
Traffic will be interrupted due to the wide-scale field operational exercise codenamed "MINOAS 2024" | Rethymno You are requested to arrive at the University Campus of Rethymno on Monday, April 22, 2024, for classes before 10:00 AM and to leave after 2:00 PM. During the island-wide civil...
INGENIUM offers three online courses for University of Crete students. The South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences, a member of INGENIUM, offers three online courses for all the University of Crete students. These online courses begin in September 2024, one in Master level and two...
"Intestinal Stromal Cells in the Turmoil of Inflammation and Defective Tissue Remodeling" Ioannis Drygiannakis,MD, PhD, FEBGH, Gastrenterologist, University Hospital of Heraklion, Appointed Lecturer, Medical School, UoC The Joint Seminar Series in Translational and Clinical Medicine are...
Rethymno, April 7, 2024 With great pleasure and responsibility, we announce that recently (March 7, 2024) the Presidential Decree on the renaming and change of the subject matter of the Department of Philosophical and Social Studies (DPS) to the Department of Philosophy was published in the...
MODELS OF SCIENCE TEACHING THROUGH THE ARTS The Center for Training and Lifelong Learning (KEDIVIM) and the Natural History Museum of Crete of the University of Crete in collaboration with CasermArcheologica are organizing 3 modern webinars in English. Their purpose is to create new models of...
Within the framework of the European Erasmus+ program titled "MASH-up n' HEI- Multimodal Approach for Social-emotional learning in HEI", we invite you to the Event organized by the Department of Psychology of the University of Crete with the title: "Social-emotional Skills and Learning...
Final Conference of the EUNet-INNOCHRON Research Network of the EU's COST Program in Chania, April 4 to 6 A major international medical conference takes place from April 4 to April 6, 2024, at the Mediterranean Architecture Center in Chania. This is the conference of the EUNet-INNOCHRON...
The Centre for Training and Lifelong Learning (K.E.DI.VI.M) of the University of Crete organises course with title: Academic Writing and Communication. The programme will be implemented in English. Purpose The specific program is designed to equip participants with...
A delegation from Georgetown University's Earth Commons Institute for the Environment and Sustainability, including Prof. Peter Marra (Dean), Ms. Katerina Downward (Executive Director, Greece), Ms. Raha Hakimdavar (Senior Advisor, Qatar and the Earth Commons Institute), and Mr. Peter Poulos...
The team of psychology students from the University of Crete, Galini Lazarakou, Zinovia Leimoni, and Antonios Petris, or otherwise known as the PsychoNegotiators, have impressed in the realm of student negotiation competitions over the last year. In a field dominated by students with...
Women in Financial Technology and Artificial Intelligence The Department of Preschool Education at the University of Crete, Rethymno, in collaboration with COST Action CA 19130 – Fintech and Artificial Intelligence in Finance, is pleased to announce the 4th annual Women in Fintech & AI...
Sunday, March 31, 2024, 20:30 Experimental Stage of the Cultural Conference Center of Heraklion(Nikolaou Plastira Avenue 49) Choir direction: Mariella VitorouPiano: Yiannis Kagiadakis Free...
The Centre for Training and Lifelong Learning (K.E.DI.VI.M) of the University of Crete organises course with title : Advanced mini-Fellowship in Refractive Surgery. (Module1/Theoretical) Τhe programme will be conducted by Asynchronous Distance Learning....
4-12 April 2024 Rethymno, House of Culture Official opening: April 6, 19:00 Hours: Daily 18:00 - 22:00 Weekend 11:00-14:00 and 18:00-22:00 Organized by: The Gender Equality Committee of the University of Crete...
The University of Crete is proud to be a part of INGENIUM, a European University alliance dedicated to fostering innovation, sustainability, and collaboration across Europe. INGENIUM brings together universities from across the continent to create a unique educational and research environment....
The Hellenic Society for Neuroscience under the auspices of the University of Crete & the Foundation for Research & Technology-Hellas is organizing an event titled: "Brain And Artificial Intelligence: A Fascinating Dynamic InterplayBrain And Artificial Intelligence" in the context of...
As part of the practical training of the Postgraduate Studies Program in Art History at the Department of History and Archaeology of the University of Crete, the UoC Library in Heraklion, hosts an exhibition titled 'Memento Mori: Representations of Death in European Art (15th – 17th century)'....
UNIVERSITY OF CRETE DEPARTMENT OF POLITICAL SCIENCECENTRE FOR POLITICAL RESEARCH AND DOCUMENTATION (KEPET)INTERNATIONAL WORKSHOP “MIGRATION, MIGRATION FLOWS PREDICTION MODELS AND MIGRATION POLICY: TRENDS, SOCIO-POLITICAL CHALLENGES AND POLICY SCENARIOS” (virtual Workshop) Monday, April 8,...
The "Hackathon for Health and Wellness, Crete 2024" was the subject of a successful informational event held at the "Kastellaki" hall of the Heraklion Chamber of Commerce on March 4, 2024. This hackathon is scheduled to take place on April 20 and 21, 2024, simultaneously in Heraklion and...
International Women's Day on March 8th is an anniversary that, ideally, should not need to be celebrated in a Rule of Law state. It reminds us of an old ERT (Hellenic Broadcasting Corporation) show titled "Greece is not just Athens," whose existence precisely confirmed that fact. Similarly, International Women's Day is not celebrated as a day of remembrance and honor for the struggles and collective demands of women in the past, but rather as an admission.
Celebrating the first year of activities of the Center of Greek and Chinese Civilizations (KELKIP), the University of Crete (in Collaboration with the Institute for Mediterranean Studies and Soutwest University of China, and KELKIP) organized its first Winter School on «The Origins of...
Monday, March 4, 2024, Start Time: 17:00 Heraklion Chamber of Commerce (Kastellakis Hall) Koronaiou 9, Heraklion, Crete The event will be available online, through the live streaming service of the University of Crete at the following link: https://video.ict.uoc.gr/live/show/490 The competition...
10th International Course - “Care and Use of Laboratory Animals: mice, rats and zebrafish” An intensive course on the care and use of laboratory animals (mice, rats and zebrafish) will be organized at the University of Crete (Department of Biology), in collaboration with the Institute of...
The University of Crete proudly hosted a successful welcome event for its international students of the Erasmus Plus Joint Master degree in Aqua Culture, Environment, and Society program (ACES) on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at the Department of Mathematics and Applied Mathematics. This event...
The international and Erasmus students of the University of Crete attended the cake cutting ceremony for the new year of the @Cultural Association of Kato Vathia Niros At the invitation of the Career Counsellor of the University and Secretary of the Cultural Association Mr. Sampsonidis...
In a notable event at the University of Crete's Rethymno campus, discussions about potential collaborations were ignited during a visit by Xiao Junzheng, the Chinese Ambassador to Greece. Accompanying the ambassador were his associates, who met with the university's three vice chancellors,...
The Municipality of Heraklion offered an exciting city tour to the spring semester Erasmus students of the University of Crete on Friday February 16, 2024, featuring the most important monuments of the old city of Heraklion. The city tour focused on August 25th Street, where the most...
The Erasmus+ project MASH-up n' HEI Multimodal Approach for Social-emotional learning in HEI is seeking participants! Dates: May 29-30, 2024 In-person meeting at the Research and Study Center (KEME) of the University of Crete (Rethymno, Eb3 Room) Total number of participants: ≤ 5 Participants...
The Rectorate of the University of Crete invites the Ambassador of China to Greece, on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at 14:00, in the Senate Room, at the Gallos Campus in Rethymno, on the occasion of the first anniversary of the establishment of the Center for Greek and Chinese Culture and within...
The University of Crete spin-off company BioNature (www.bionature.net), founded by the Institute's Professors Achilleas Gravanis and Ilias Kastanas, signed a cooperation agreement for the clinical exploitation (licensing: licensing for the development of a new drug) of its synthetic substance...
The Region of Crete, ITE/Science and Technology Park of Crete, the University of Crete, the Incubator/Accelerator for Startups in Athens (I.E.A.) of the Athens Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the European Digital Innovation Hub for Smart Health: Precision Medicine and Innovative e-Health...
The operations of the European Reference Centre for the Welfare of Aquatic Animals, the first specialized Centre within the EU framework, commenced today, February 16, 2024, in the presence of the EU Commissioner for Health and Food Safety, Ms. Stella Kyriakides, the Minister of Rural...
The Department of International and Public Relations welcomed the new incoming Erasmus students of the University of Crete for the spring semester on Thursday, February 15, 2024, at the Voutes campus. The students gathered at the International and Public Relations offices in Heraklion, where...
The International & Public Relations Department in Voutes Campus is pleased to welcome new Erasmus students and invites you to the spring semester 2024 orientation day and city tour! Please read the details below:📌 February 15: Orientation DayThe spring semester Orientation Day is...
The Orientation Day for incoming Erasmus+ students for the spring semester of 2023/2024 was held on Friday, 9th February 2024, at the Gallos University Campus in Rethymno. The Department of International Relations at the University of Crete in Rethymno welcomed approximately 30 students from...
The editorial team is pleased to announce the 7th issue of the International Newsletter of the University of Crete which aims to promote the activities, distinctions, agreements and collaborations of the University of Crete abroad. Discover the new issue here: Issue 8 December 2023 -...
Today, the Commission has adopted a Decision designating the fourth European Union Reference Centre for Animal Welfare, which will specialise in the welfare of aquatic animals. The Reference Centre for the welfare of aquatic animals has been designated following a public selection process. It...
INGENIUM supports innovative research and encourage new cooperation between INGENIUM’s universities. Faculty and research staff of the INGENIUM universities are invited to submit proposals for (i) the creation and early development of INGENIUM joint research groups or (ii) proposals for new...
Master of Science (MSc) in Exercise and exercise-based cardiac rehabilitation in patients with cardiac disease ✅ Applications are due to open in March. ✅ Take notes and be prepared to apply. For more information please see...
On Monday, October 12, Professor Christos Tsatsanis, Director of the International Program in Medicine, represented the University of Crete in Ljubljana as part of a Study in Greece (SiG) delegation promoting Greek universities to Slovenian students. The delegation was led by SiG...
The event entitled “The Bull of Europa” was successfully held on Tuesday, 27 October 2026, at the University of Crete Library, featuring distinguished Chinese poet, playwright, travel writer and visual artist Han Bo. The event was organized by the Centre for Ancient Greek and Chinese...
The School of Medicine of the University of Crete is offering a winter studies programme focusing on the basic principles of cardiovascular and general health assessment in children who participate in sports, helping support their safe involvement in physical activities. 📚 Programme topics and...
The University of Crete took part in the General Assembly of UNIMED – Mediterranean Universities Union, held October 7–8, 2026, at the University of Barcelona. The University was represented by Professor Melina Tamiolaki, Vice Rector for Development, International Relations and Outreach, and...
In September, early-career climate scientists gathered in eastern Crete for a week of advanced training with real atmospheric data. The Autumn School “Advanced Atmospheric Observations, Data Mining & Modelling” took place from September 14 to 18, 2026, in Agios Nikolaos, Crete. The program...
A unique international learning experience was offered to 43 students from the University of Crete and other Greek universities through their participation in the free summer course “Mind Full or Mindful: Mindfulness in Education,” organized within the framework of the University of Crete’s...
In September 2026, the University of Crete took part for the first time in the Empowering Equity Academy, an initiative of the European Investment Bank (EIB). The University was represented by Maria Mavridi, a graduate student in the MSc Neurosciences program, who joined young women from across...
Welcome Event for First-Year Students at the University of Crete The University of Crete is delighted to welcome its new students for the 2026–2027 academic year, from Greece and around the world, at a special welcome event. The event will take place on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at the same...
Greek language courses, Beginner Level (A1-A2) are starting this week in Rethymno (Gallos University Campus) and on October 6 in Heraklion (Voutes University Campus).The course runs for 13 weeks and covers the progression from A1 to A2 level according to the Common European Framework of...
Applications are open for 11 fully funded PhD positions within the nEXt-RNA Doctoral Network, a Horizon Europe Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) project focused on advancing research into extracellular RNA (exRNA) communication in host-pathogen interactions.The program brings together...
The University of Crete participated once again in the EIB Summer School 2026, organized by the European Investment Bank (EIB) in Luxembourg from June 27 to July 4, 2026. The program gave University of Crete students the opportunity to gain firsthand insight into the work and mission of one of...
The University of Crete welcomed a delegation from Guangdong University of Technology (GDUT), China, on 27 August 2026 at its Rethymno Campus. The visit focused on the exchange of academic and educational perspectives, dialogue between Greece and China, and the exploration of opportunities for...
The summer school “THE MYTILENE PROJECT” of the School of Medicine of the University of Crete was successfully completed under the auspices of Associate Professor of Forensic Medicine, Dr. Elena Kranioti. The summer school, which was conducted as part of a broader humanitarian initiative aimed...
For the second consecutive year, the University of Crete is offering Chinese Language courses, open to anyone interested in learning one of the world’s most widely spoken languages and exploring Chinese culture. The courses are organized in collaboration with the Chinese Center for Language...
The University of Crete invites interested faculty members, researchers and postdoctoral scholars to apply for the 2026–2027 CSCSA Scholar Fellowship Program, offered by the Chinese School of Classical Studies at Athens (CSCSA). The fellowship supports 3–12-month research residencies in Athens...
The University of Crete, an Official Examination Centre of the Centre for the Greek Language (Centre Code: 30026), invites all interested candidates to apply for the October 2026 Greek Language Proficiency Examinations (Certificate of Attainment in Greek). This examination session is held...
The University of Crete successfully concluded the 1st Summer School in Regenerative Medicine, held from July 1–5, 2026, at its School of Medicine. The program brought together early-career researchers, clinicians, and students to explore recent advances in stem cell technologies and their...
On Friday 26 June 2026, the third edition of the “Crete Past and Present” Summer School, organized by the Division of Classical Studies of the Department of Philology at the University of Crete, concluded with great success. Earlier that week, the members of the organizing committee –...
The 1st Summer School in Regenerative Medicine was successfully launched on Wednesday, July 1, at the Medical School of the University of Crete, marking the beginning of an intensive educational program dedicated to one of the most dynamic and rapidly evolving fields of modern biomedical...
The University of Crete successfully concluded the 2026 Summer School on the Management of Drug-Resistant Epilepsy (DRE), held from 16 to 19 June 2026 in a hybrid format, welcoming participants both in person and online. Organized in collaboration with academic institutions across the United...
The examination process for the Certification of Attainment in Greek, hosted by the University of Crete, has been successfully completed. Candidates from different countries and linguistic backgrounds took part in the examinations, confirming the steadily growing interest in learning Greek and...
The University of Crete successfully hosted the final round of the “My Thesis in 3 Minutes – Three Minute Thesis (3MT)” competition on June 10, 2026, in a packed Auditorium at Voutes Campus, Heraklion. This marks the fourth time the competition has been organized in Greece by the University of...
We are pleased to share an upcoming online seminar dedicated to the integration of digital storytelling into language education, with a special focus on strengthening the skills and inclusion of migrant students. The event is designed for educators across all levels, as well as practitioners in...
The University of Crete is pleased to announce its official membership in the UNIMED (Mediterranean Universities Union) network, one of the leading organizations fostering cooperation among universities across the Mediterranean region. The University of Crete’s admission to UNIMED was approved...
The Second World Conference of Classics concludes today, Wednesday, 10 June 2026, at the Academy of Athens. The Conference is co-organised by the Academy of Athens and the Chinese School of Classical Studies at Athens. The opening ceremony took place in a highly formal setting, in the presence...
The University of Crete participated in the NAFSA 2026 Annual Conference & Expo, held in Orlando, Florida, USA, from May 26–30, 2026. As the world's largest international education conference and exhibition, NAFSA brought together thousands of higher education professionals, university...
The Department of Economics at the University of Crete successfully hosted the 30th International Conference on Macroeconomic Analysis and International Finance, which took place from 27 to 30 May 2026 at the Gallos campus in Rethymno. Marking its 30th consecutive year, the conference welcomed...
The 3rd Global Forum on Mutual Learning among Civilizations, themed “Education and Civilization Exchange: Pathways to Mutual Learning and Shared Development,” was held at Southwest University, a founding member of the Center for Chinese and Greek Civilizations (KELKIP) in China, where the...
The history of psychology is often presented solely as a story of scientific progress. However, this perspective overlooks the important ways psychology has been shaped by sociopolitical events, cross-cultural encounters, and interdisciplinary exchange. This course examines psychology as a...
Today, on International Museum Day, we honor the institutions that preserve memory, inspire curiosity, and connect science, history, and culture across generations.On this special day, we invite you to discover the museums affiliated with the University of Crete:🏺 Museum of Ancient...
What happens when medicine, engineering, physics, and data science converge to tackle some of the most complex challenges in eye health? In this interview, Professor Miltiadis Tsilimbaris explains how the MSc in Cutting Edge Technologies in Vision Sciences at the University of Crete is...
The Graduate Program Molecular Basis of Human Diseases announces an upcoming seminar addressing the evolving role of scientists within the biotechnology sector. Speaker:Katia Karalis, Physician Scientist, Head of Translational Studies and Partnerships at GRIK Therapeutics, Senior Consultant for...
The Chinese Language Courses of the University of Crete featured in the local channel Kriti TV, highlighting a growing interest in language learning that connects students with one of the world’s most influential cultures and economies. The program offers a valuable opportunity for learners to...
The Department of Philosophy at the University of Crete invites you to the 2nd CINEphil_101 International Philosophy Film Festival, which will take place at the Cultural Conference Center of Heraklion Crete (CCCC) from 3 to 10 May, 2026. The aim of CINEphil_101 is to promote the creative...
At a time when climate change, food insecurity, and environmental degradation dominate global debate, the documentary 2258: A Story of Earth’s Regeneration offers a research-driven perspective on one of humanity’s most overlooked resources: soil. Filmed primarily in Crete and directed by Nikos...
On April 20, the University of Crete joins institutions worldwide in celebrating International Chinese Language Day, an occasion dedicated to one of the world’s oldest and most influential linguistic traditions. At the Welcome Office, we marked the day with two short videos featuring our...
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International Children’s Book Day (ICBD) is celebrated each year on April 2, around the birthday of Hans Christian Andersen, since 1967. Its purpose is to inspire a love of reading and highlight the importance of children’s literature. Each year, a different National Section of the...
Since 2007, when the United Nations General Assembly established April 2 as World Autism Awareness Day , the day has been established as an opportunity to affirm and promote the full realization of all human rights and fundamental freedoms for autistic people , on an...
The Welcome Office of the University of Crete (UoC) invites you to read the FAQ noted during the Info Session about the Young Envoys Scholarship (YES) Program that took place on 20 March 2026 in both campuses (Voutes - Heraklion, Gallos - Rethymnon). Chinese language professors Shiheng Zhu and...
The Centre for Training and Lifelong Learning (K.E.DI.VI.M) of the University of Crete organises a course titled: First steps into Greek language and culture. 📚 Course OverviewThis program offers an engaging introduction to the Greek language, alongside insights into key elements of Greek...
The International University Fair (IUF), the largest educational event in Southeastern Europe, was held in Greece for the 13th time on March 20, 22, and 24, 2026, in Athens, Thessaloniki, and Heraklion, respectively. The Heraklion event took place on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 2:00 PM to...
Information Day – Join us!When:Saturday March 28, 2026Where:FORTH Science & Culture Center, Zografou & Averof Str, Heraklion, CreteLive streaming available: https://uoc-gr.zoom.us/j/81406013153?pwd=Na7dkI0BefbN8ykkxEc8zJnbY15lxJ.1 Discover our new MSc: Cutting-Edge Technologies in...
The University of Crete Medical School warmly invites students and early-career professionals from around the world to discover its Summer Schools in Medicine for 2026. 1. Regenerative MedicineThe University of Crete is pleased to welcome participants to the Summer School in Regenerative...
Participation in a thesis competition titled: “My Thesis in 3 Minutes” Are you a doctoral candidate at the University of Crete? Can you present the core research idea of your doctoral thesis, its results, and its impact clearly and simply in just three minutes? Can you explain your research to...
An extension of the application deadline for participation in the Certificate of Attainment in Greek examinations has been announced, with the new deadline set for March 29, 2026. The University of Crete serves as a certified Examination Center for the Certificate of Attainment in Greek (Center...
Interested in studying in China through a short-term international program? The Welcome Office of the University of Crete (UoC) invites you to an Info Session about the Young Envoys Scholarship (YES) Program on: Friday, 20 March 2026 at 12:00pm Chinese language professors Shiheng Zhu and Gao...
The International University Fair (IUF) is the largest educational event in Southeastern Europe and will be held in Greece for the 13th time on March 20, 22, and 24, 2026, in Athens, Thessaloniki, and Heraklion, respectively. The University of Crete will take part in the International...
The Centre for Training and Lifelong Learning (K.E.DI.VI.M) of the University of Crete organises course with title : Cisco CCNA Networking Course. The programme will be implemented in English. The program is conducted with blended learning ...
International students and researchers from the University of Crete explored the island’s culture, history, gastronomy and music through a unique cultural excursion organized by the Welcome Office. On March 11, 2026, the Welcome Office of the University of Crete organized a cultural excursion...
Today we celebrate International Women’s Day — a day to recognize the strength, creativity, resilience, and achievements of women around the world. At the University of Crete, we are proud of the vibrant community of women who study, research, teach, lead, and inspire every day. As Manolis...
On Friday 13th of February 2026, the University of Crete successfully hosted the Orientation Day for the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Program “Resilience in Educational Contexts” (FLOURISH), welcoming 22 international postgraduate students for the Spring Semester 2026. The event...
The Centre for Training and Lifelong Learning (K.E.DI.VI.M) of the University of Crete organises course with title : Cisco CCNA Networking Course. The programme will be implemented in English. The program is conducted with blended learning ...
Crete is a place of extraordinary beauty, where landscapes, traditions, and daily life are deeply intertwined. Tourism plays a vital role in the island’s economy, bringing people from around the world to experience its unique character. Yet, as tourism continues to grow, it also brings...
Today, we stand in quiet solidarity with children around the world who are bravely facing childhood cancer. The Welcome Office of the University of Crete honors their strength, the love of their families, and the dedication of the healthcare professionals who support them every day. Every child...
The Department of Mathematics & Applied Mathematics of the University of Crete, the Department of Computer Science of the University of Crete, the Institute of Applied & Computational Mathematics (IACM) of FORTH and the Institute of Computer Science (ICS) of the FORTH, invite...
Are you ready to take your academic journey beyond borders and engage with Europe’s leading financial institution? The Welcome Office of the University of Crete warmly invites Master’s students to an information session on the EIB Summer School 2026, a prestigious international summer program...
We are pleased to announce the start of the Modern Greek Language Courses at the University of Crete for the Spring Semester 2025/2026. The courses are optional and free of charge for University of Crete students, including Erasmus students. 📍 Gallos Campus (Rethymno) The first meeting for the...
The University of Crete is pleased to share information regarding the YES (Youth Exchange Scholar) Programs 2026 offered by Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST), China. WHAT IS THE YES PROGRAM? The YES program is an integrated platform that consolidateseducational resources from...
Is it fair to be punished for sharing knowledge?When does law turn into power?How much does freedom cost? As part of the international Winter School “Crete at a Crossroads of Civilizations: On the Origins of Writing and Written Law” (KELKIP), with the participation of students from universities...
As of 21 January 2026, the international Winter School “Crete at a Crossroads of Civilizations: On the Origins of Writing and Written Law” is taking place, organized by the Center for Ancient Greek and Chinese Civilization (KELKIP). The program is addressed to undergraduate and postgraduate...
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS 12th International Course - "Care and Use of Laboratory Animals: mice, rats and zebrafish", April-May 2026. An intensive course on the care and use of laboratory animals (mice, rats and zebrafish) will be organized at the University of Crete (Department of Biology),...
The Centre for Training and Lifelong Learning (K.E.DI.VI.M) of the University of Crete organises course with title : Customer Strategy & Analytics – An AI Driven Approach. The programme will be implemented in English. The program is conducted with...
The activities of the international winter program entitled “Crete and the Aegean: from Prehistory to the Early Byzantine Period” were successfully completed on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. The program was implemented within the framework of a collaboration between the University of Crete and...
Join the online webinar and get to know more about our unique MSc programme in Forensic Medicine, Anthropology and Imaging! Get to meet us and ask questions on Friday 30th of January at 17:00 (EET) ! Join Zoom Meeting:...
The University of Crete welcomed a delegation from Tsinghua University (Beijing, China) on 19 January 2026, within the framework of an academic visit aimed at strengthening international cooperation and student engagement. The delegation, consisting of faculty members and postgraduate students...
Today we celebrate the power of a hug, a simple yet deeply meaningful gesture that can offer warmth, understanding, and hope.A hug can say what words cannot. It can also:➡️ Reduce stress➡️ Build trust➡️ Bring us closer together, as individuals and as a communityAt the University of Crete, we...
A major institutional distinction has been achieved with the official approval by the Center for the Greek Language for the operation of a Greek Language Proficiency Certification Examination Center at the University of Crete. The Center for the Greek Language is the national authority...
University of Crete participated in the workshop “Data, Internationalisation and Benchmarking: Evidence-Based Strategies for Greek Universities” that took place at Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB) on January 15, organized by Study in Greece in collaboration with Studyportals...
This Ph.D. program offers excellent opportunities to individuals to grow as researchers, scientists, and engineers and achieve leading roles in their field. The Computer Science Department closely collaborates with the Institute of Computer Science of FORTH, especially on issues related to...
The University of Crete, in collaboration with MIT Open Learning and MIT RAISE (Responsible AI for Social Empowerment and Education), invites you to an online lecture on the emerging role of Artificial Intelligence in qualitative research. Lecture Title Artificial Intelligence and Qualitative...
As the year draws to a close, we warmly thank our international students, partners, and colleagues for making the University of Crete a global academic community. May the festive season bring well-deserved rest, inspiring conversations across borders, and a New Year filled with curiosity,...
The Australia-Spain Network for Innovation and Research Excellence (AuSpire) program is a postdoctoral training initiative co-funded by the European Union (Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions). Coordinated by RMIT Europe, AuSpire brings together leading supervisors from 23 research centres,...
The Centre for Training and Lifelong Learning (K.E.DI.VI.M) of the University of Crete organizes a course titled: Artificial Intelligence for Humanities and Social Sciences. The programme will be implemented in English. The program is conducted online (80% asynchronous and 20% synchronous)....
The Greek University Panorama in Amman, held in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, concluded with remarkable success, drawing strong interest from students, parents, and educators exploring high-quality study opportunities abroad. The University of Crete participated actively throughout the...
The University of Crete (UoC) hosted a distinguished delegation from the Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics (NUAA) in Voutes Campus in Heraklion, on November 19, 2025, reinforcing the growing academic partnership between the two institutions. The visit centered on discussions...
The University of Crete proudly hosted the exhibition “City and Countryside: The Vitality of China’s Architectural and Cultural Heritage” on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at Voutes campus in Heraklion. The event celebrated the enduring richness of Chinese architectural tradition and further...
The University of Crete is delighted to announce the launch of its Chinese language classes, which officially began on Monday, 10 November, across both campuses. At Voutes Campus, participants started lessons with Ms. Ding Yanyu, while at the Rethymno Campus classes are taught by Ms. Gao Ying....
The University of Crete invites you to the Architecture Exhibition taking place on Thursday, November 13, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., at the N. Petridis Auditorium (University of Crete, Heraklion). The exhibition features models of traditional Chinese architecture (e.g., the Yellow...
The University of Crete welcomed a delegation from Shandong Jiaotong University (SDJTU) from the province of Shandong, China, with the aim of initiating institutional cooperation and developing joint activities in education and research. The delegation was formally received by the Rector,...
Students from various departments of the University of Crete had the opportunity to visit several prestigious universities across China through the YES (Young Envoys Scholarship) Program.During their stay, they attended academic and cultural activities, strengthening educational and...
On 16 October 2025, the University of Crete (UoC) hosted a delegation of four faculty members from the Department of Chemistry at Tsinghua University, Beijing, marking another important step in the growing academic collaboration between the two institutions. The delegation included Prof....
Students from various departments of the University of Crete had the opportunity to visit several prestigious universities across China through the YES (Young Envoys Scholarship) Program.During their stay, they attended academic and cultural activities, strengthening educational and...
The Centre for Training and Lifelong Learning (K.E.DI.VI.M) of the University of Crete organises a course with title : Understanding and Operating the Internet A Hands-on Networking Course. 🧑💻 Instructor: Prof. Xenofontas Dimitropoulos, Department of Computer...
📢 Call for Applications – Academic Year 2025 The Department of Biology (Postgraduate) of the University of Crete announces the PhD Programme in Biology for the academic year 2025. 🗓️ Application period: 1 September 2025 – 31 August 2026 You can find the program proclamation...
University of Minnesota 🗣️ Title:“The Materiality of Race: Where Geography Bumps into Philosophy” 🗓️ Thursday, October 9, 2025 Ζoom link:...
Our Ph.D. program offers excellent opportunities to individuals to grow as researchers, scientists, and engineers and achieve leading roles in their field. The Computer Science Department closely collaborates with the Institute of Computer Science of FORTH, especially on issues related to...
The University of Crete is organizing the welcome event for all first-year students — both Greek and international — which will take place on Tuesday, October 14, 2025. Rethymno: Auditorium D3, Gallos CampusHeraklion: Autitorium ''NIKOS PETRIDIS'', Department of Mathematics and Applied...
The University of Crete marked its second participation in the EAIE Conference & Exhibition (9–12 September 2025, Gothenburg), hosted at the Study in Greece booth alongside other Greek universities. The delegation included Professor Melina Tamiolaki, Vice-Rector of Development,...
Heraklion, Greece — 5 September 2025 — The University of Crete welcomed a student delegation from Tsinghua University for a day of academic exchange and dialogue in the Senate Hall in Heraklion. The visit featured academic presentations and student-led discussions designed to...
Αnnouncement – Chinese Language Courses at the University of Crete Due to high demand, the application deadline has been brought forward to:New deadline: Thursday, 25 September 2025 (23:59 EEST).The previous date, 10 October 2025, no longer applies. Previously submitted applications remain...
News UoC International aims to promote the activities, distinctions, agreements and collaborations of the University of Crete. In this issue: INGENIUM Summer School Tribute to Alexis Politis The University of Crete at the 2nd World Forum on Mutual Learning among Civilizations SEE-ERA and the...
👤 Speaker: Vasilis Gkatzelis, Associate Professor of Computer Science, College of Computing & Informatics, Drexel University 📅 Date: Tuesday, September 9, 2025⏰ Time: 16:00 🔗 Zoom: https://uoc-gr.zoom.us/j/83541397396 👨💼 Host: Yannis Tollis 📄 Abstract: This talk will introduce the model of...
Understanding and Operating the Internet A Hands-on Networking Course The Centre for Training and Lifelong Learning (K.E.DI.VI.M) of the University of Crete organises a course with title : Understanding and Operating the Internet A Hands-on Networking Course....
We are proud to share the experiences of our Master’s students, Elisavet Kapetanou (Biomedical Engineering) and Dimitra Tsantiraki (Political Science), who were selected among 80 students from across Europe to participate in the prestigious EIB Summer School 2025. Their inspiring testimonies...
Grief and mourning in a global world: cross-cultural reflections The Centre of Greek and Chinese Ancient Civilizations (KELKIP) of the University of Crete is co-organizing the International Symposium“Grief and mourning in a global world: cross-cultural reflections”,to be held...
The second Biophysics Summer School, focused this year on "Pattern Formation and Developmental Processes", was successfully held from July 7th to 14th at Xenia, in Rethymno, Crete. The event brought together 50 participants, including students and instructors, from...
Department of Philology – University of Crete | June 15–21, 2025 The Summer School in Classics: Crete Past and Present, organized for the second time by the Division of Classical Studies (Department of Philology, University of Crete), was successfully completed on Saturday, June 21, 2025, in...
The Medical School of the University of Crete successfully hosted the Summer School "Electromyography" from June 10–13, 2025, in collaboration with academic institutions from the United States. The hybrid program combined theoretical lectures, interactive assessments, and hands-on training...
University of Crete – Rethymno Campus | July 2025 The Summer School in Teaching Greek as a Foreign Language, organized annually by the Laboratory of Linguistics, Department of Philology of the University of Crete, was successfully completed on Friday, August 1, 2025, at the Gallos Campus in...
Heraklion, Crete | July 13–18, 2025 The 9th Summer School on “Applications of Artificial Intelligence and Augmented Reality in Education and Cultural Heritage” was held in Heraklion, Crete, from July 13 to 18, 2025. A total of 35 educators from all levels of education in Greece and Australia...
On Monday, August 4th, 2025, the University of Crete had the honour of welcoming a student and faculty delegation from Weiyang College, Tsinghua University, as part of their "Qingjin Xitu" 2025 Summer Overseas Practice Program. The visit was held under the auspices of the Rector of the...
During an intensive and enriching week at the European Investment Bank in Luxembourg, Dimitra Tsantiraki, a master's student of the Department of Political Science at the University of Crete, joined peers from across Europe to explore how investment, sustainability, innovation, and public...
Empirical Models of Demand and Entry in Industrial OrganizationJune 30 – July 4, 2025 The 18th Advanced Summer School in Economics and Econometrics took place from June 30 to July 4, 2025, focusing on the topic “Empirical Models of Demand and Entry in Industrial Organization.” The program...
Department of Economics, University of Crete | July 7–11, 2025 The 2nd Summer School in Experimental and Behavioral Economics, organized by the Department of Economics of the University of Crete (Rethymno, Greece), was successfully completed from July 7 to July 11, 2025. This year’s event...
“Crete at a Crossroads of Civilizations” was the title of the third Summer School organized by the Center for Ancient Greek and Chinese Civilizations (KELKIP), in collaboration with the School of Philosophy of the University of Crete.Students from Chinese universities visited landmark...
🔬 Research | Decoding the Mechanism of Chemoresistance in Breast Cancer Join us for a research seminar by: Ioanna KeklikoglouAssistant Professor, Department of Biology, University of Crete &Affiliated Researcher, IMBB-FORTH 🗓 Wednesday, 23 July 2025🕒 15:00 – 16:00💻 Join via...
The University of Crete proudly launches its 1st Summer School in Forensic Anthropology! On July 14, 2025, the University of Crete proudly launched the 1st Summer School in Forensic Anthropology (The UOC Forensic Anthropology Fieldschool), welcoming 18 participants from 12 countries to its...
The INGENIUM Senior Summer School, titled “From Earth’s Surface to Space,” was successfully held in Heraklion, Crete, from May 19–23, 2025, bringing together students, mentors, and experts from various disciplines. The program addressed the urgent issue of climate change and its impact on the...
The Centre for Training and Lifelong Learning (K.E.DI.VI.M) of the University of Crete organises course with title : «Python and Machine Learning». The official language of the seminar is English. The programme will be implemented by synchronous & asynchronous distance learning....
On Tuesday, June 17, 2025, the University of Crete had the honor of welcoming delegations from two prestigious Chinese universities: Beijing Normal University (BNU) and Zhejiang Gongshang University (ZJSU).The five-member BNU delegation was headed by Professor WANG Binglin, while the...
Title: Why is the tumor suppressor PML crucial for the nervous systemSpeaker: Androniki Kretsovali, Researcher A', IMBB-FORTHDate: Wednesday, July 2, 2025Time: 15:00 – 16:00🔗 Join via...
The editorial team of News UoC International is pleased to announce the release of its new issue#15!News UoC International aims to promote the activities, distinctions, agreements and collaborations of the University of Crete.In this issue:- GESAMP Meeting in the University of Crete-...
The University of Crete participated for a second consecutive year in NAFSA 2025 held from May 27 to 30, 2025, in San Diego, California, as part of the national “Study in Greece” initiative, showcasing the excellence and innovation of Greek higher education. The presence of Her Excellency Mrs....
On Tuesday, May 27, 2025, the University of Crete welcomed a delegation from Jiangsu Second Normal University (JSSNU), China. The delegation included the Rector and the Deans of the Faculties of Humanities and Natural Sciences. The visit aimed to explore opportunities for collaboration between...
The UoC Department of Biology welcomed 33 students and 4 faculty members from CY Cergy Paris Université on May 19–20, 2025, as part of its internationalization and outreach initiatives. The visit began with a welcome address and department presentation by the Head of the...
Just before finals… it’s time for a ✨dance break✨!No, you’re not dreaming—the University of Crete Dance Teams are back and fresher than ever! 🥰After six years, a pandemic, one thesis still in progress, and countless rehearsals…Tango, Latin, Lindy Hop, Contemporary, Breaking, and Greek Folk...
"Climate change perceptions, distress and behavioral responses: skepticism vs proactivity"Panagiota Dimitropoulou, Associate Professor of School Psychology, Department of Psychology&Evangelos Karademas, Professor of Clinical Health Psychology, Department of Psychology.Wednesday, 21 May...
The 1st CINEphil_101 International Festival of Philosophical Cinema is now underway — a unique cultural celebration where cinema meets philosophy, sparking thought, dialogue, and imagination. Organized by the Department of Philosophy of the University of Crete and the Cultural...
News UoC International aims to promote the activities, distinctions, agreements and collaborations of the University of Crete. In this issue: - Leading the Way: University of Crete’s Computer Science Department Ranks #1 in Greece - UoC Excellence Awards - The University of Crete...
University of Crete (Rethymno) & Online Conference: 20 & 21 May 2025 This conference will explore the contribution of semantic annotation, along with that of hybrid AI, deep learning, and knowledge graphs to ancient world studies. Semantic annotation is the process of...
Overview. The 14th International Joint Conference on Knowledge Graphs (IJCKG 2025) is a premium academic forum on Knowledge Graphs. The mission of IJCKG 2025 is to bring together researchers in the international Knowledge Graph community and other related areas to present their innovative...
The Department of Biology at the University of Crete is excited to announce the launch of its new MSc programme in Immunobiology for the upcoming Fall Semester of the 2025-2026 academic year. Immunology is an expanding and dynamic field, gaining significant importance in both the public and...
The Centre for Training and Lifelong Learning (K.E.DI.VI.M) of the University of Crete organizes course with title: Artificial Intelligence for Humanities and Social Sciences. The programme will be implemented in English. The program is conducted online (80% asynchronous and 20% synchronous)....
Spring 2025 Lecture Series 📅 Date: Tuesday, April 8, 2025 | ⏰ Time: 11:00 AM📍 Location: Meeting Room Vassileios Dougalis, STEP C, KEEK Building, FORTH Guest Lecture 🔹 Speaker: Tatiana Passali, Medoid Ai🔹 Title: Human centered NLP using Deep Learning Abstract Despite the impressive progress of...
Spring 2025 Lecture Series 📅 Date: Monday, March 31, 2025 | ⏰ Time: 2:00 PM📍 Location: Meeting Room Α303, Mathematics Department Building, University of Crete Guest Lecture 🔹 Speaker: Ioannis Ntzoufras, Athens University of Economics and Business🔹 Title: Bayesian Stochastic Block Model for...
The University of Crete proudly participated in the UK-Greece Strategic Partnership in Education Conference held in London on March 13, 2025. Bringing together 40 higher education institutions from both countries, the conference focused on advancing academic collaborations, joint initiatives,...
@JesusDanielSantos, Rector’s Delegate for International Alliances of the University of Oviedo, visited the University of Crete in order to explore further collaboration within the INGENIUM University. He met Prof.Kontakis Georgios, Rector of UoC while he discussed with UoC’s Faculty of Physics,...
Critical Media Literacy Approaches The S.HI.E.L.D. vs Disinformation project is pleased to announce the International Conference “Revisiting Disinformation: Critical Media Literacy Approaches,” which will take place at the University Campus of Gallos, Rethymno, Crete, Greece, on Friday, June...
Please find attached, the announcement for the next Seminar of the Joint Seminar Series in Translational and Clinical Medicine (2025), organized by the UoC Medical School in collaboration with IMBB-FORTH and UCRC. The Joint Seminar Series in Translational and Clinical Medicine are organized to...
on Dynamic Energy Budget (DEB) theory for metabolic organization The 9th edition of the DEB School & Symposium will be held 26 May - 6 June 2025, in Heraklion, Greece, hosted by the University of Crete. It is organized...
"Γυναίκα, μάνα, αδελφή και κόρη, η γη που ανθίζει με δάκρυ και γέλιο, η δύναμη μέσα στη νύχτα, ο φάρος σε κάθε ταξίδι."— Γιάννης Ρίτσος "You may cut all the flowers, but you cannot keep spring from coming."— Pablo Neruda Today, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and achievements of women...
On February 26th, the University of Crete participated in the Postgrad LIVE London 2025 fair, aiming to promote its English-taught postgraduate programs to prospective students from around the world. Representing the University, Associate Professor of Biology and Academic Director of the...
🎓 MSc Program in Data Science and Machine/Statistical Learning Spring 2025 Lecture Series 📅 Date: Tuesday, March 11, 2025 | ⏰ Time: 11:30 AM 📍 Location: Meeting Room Vassileios Dougalis, STEP C, KEEK Building, FORTH ________________________________________ Guest Lecture 🔹 Speaker: Liam Solus...
on Dynamic Energy Budget (DEB) theory for metabolic organization The 9th edition of the DEB School & Symposium will be held 26 May - 6 June 2025, in Heraklion, Greece, hosted by the University of Crete. It is organized under the theme “Stress ecology...
On February 10, 2025, the University of Crete hosted a delegation of students from Dushi College, Tsinghua University at the Voutes Campus. The visit, organized by the Welcome Office of the University of Crete, included presentations from university officials and faculty members. The...
The International & Public Relations Department of the UoC invites Erasmus students to the spring semester Orientation Day on Monday February 17, at 12.00. The event introduces new Erasmus students to the University of Crete and Voutes Campus and gives them the opportunity to meet fellow...
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS 11th International Course - "Care and Use of Laboratory Animals: mice, rats and zebrafish" _ April-May 2025 An intensive course on the care and use of laboratory animals (mice, rats and zebrafish) will be organized at the University of Crete (Department of Biology),...
29 – 31 May 2025 Department of Economics, University of Crete, Rethymno, Crete, Greece The conference will solicit papers in all areas of macroeconomic theory and policy and international finance. The ICMAIF covers the following topics: Exchange rates and Currency Markets Monetary Theory and...
Dear Students, Are you ready for an exciting international experience that will broaden your horizons, enhance your academic and cultural knowledge, and connect you with students from around the world? The Young Envoys Scholarship (YES) Program offers an incredible opportunity for...
The Rector of the University of Crete, Professor Georgios M. Kontakis, accompanied by the Vice-Rector for Development, International Relations, and Outreach, Professor Melina Tamiolaki, held a meeting with the new Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China, H.E. Mr....
The programme will be implemented in English.Application deadline : March 02, 2025 Purpose The Research Writing Program aims to develop students' ability to write, analyze, and present academic research papers effectively, emphasizing both process and product. Specifically:- Students get...
Read Issue 13 here: https://www.uoc.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/FINAL_13_nov_dec_24.pdf Please see our previous issues...
The two-day symposium titled “China and Greece from Antiquity to Modern Times,” jointly organized by the University of Crete and Lanzhou University in China, was successfully concluded. The symposium took place on January 20–21, 2025, in the Senate Hall of the Gallos Campus. Members of the...
The Department of Biology, University of Crete (U.o.C.), is warmly inviting prospective candidates to apply for PhD studies throughout the year.Applicants must be holders of a Master’s degree awarded by a Greek University or a Foreign University (academic recognition by DOATAP is required). The...
Our Ph.D. program offers excellent opportunities to individuals to grow as researchers, scientists, andengineers and achieve leading roles in their field.The Computer Science Department closely collaborates with the Institute of Computer Science of FORTH, especially on issues related to...
The Welcome Office of the University of Crete wishes you a joyful holiday season and a prosperous New Year 2025, filled with health and...
Τhe Graduate Program "Molecular Basis of Human Diseases" (https://mscs.uoc.gr/mbhd) is in Linkedin as well. We can be reached by e-mail at the address:...
On December 6th, the Welcome Office of the University of Crete organized a cultural and educational excursion for international students and researchers, giving them the opportunity to engage directly with the island’s rich heritage, experience its agricultural traditions firsthand, and savor...
News UoC International aims to promote the activities, distinctions, agreements and collaborations of the University of Crete.In this issue:-The University of Crete welcomes new students -New strategic partnerships between UoC and ChineseUniversities -University of Crete at EAIE 2024...
The third Thursday of November has been proclaimed by UNESCO as World Philosophy Day. On the occasion of its celebration, and as part of its ongoing collaboration with academic institutions in China, the University of Crete is participating in the organization of a workshop titled "Language and...
The University of Crete participated in the 1st World Congress of Classical Studies, held in Beijing from November 6 to 8, 2024. The event was co-organized by the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences and Southwest University of China, with the support of the Academy of Athens and the...
On Wednesday, November 13, 2024, a formal visit took place at the University of Crete in Rethymno by a delegation from the Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics (NUAA). Since February this year, the two institutions have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote...
On behalf of the TALOS Center in AI for SSH (UCRC, Rethymno) TALOS 2nd PhD meeting (onsite and online) We are pleased to share the programme of the 2nd PhD meeting, scheduled for Monday 4th November, 2024. The TALOS PhD meeting series provides a platform for TALOS...
The TALOS laboratory (Horizon ERA Chair TALOS AI4SSH) and the Department of Philology are pleased to host two events in English with Dr. Silvia Piccini, researcher at the Istituto di Linguistica Computazionale "Antonio Zampolli" of the Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche (CNR), Italy....
A delegation from the University of Crete, consisting of Professor Maria Vamvakaki, Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs, Research Policy, and Lifelong Learning; Professor Melina Tamiolaki, Vice-Rector for Development, International Relations, and Outreach; and Ms. Evgenia Skountaki, Head of the...
Today, October 10th, we join the global community in celebrating World Mental Health Day, reminding ourselves of the importance of taking care of our mental well-being. At the University of Crete, we are committed to fostering a supportive and understanding environment for everyone. Let’s...
On behalf of the Medical School of the University of Crete and the Programme Director Elena Kranioti, Associate Professor of Forensic Medicine of the University of Crete, we would like to invite you to our event for the presentation of the PG Programme in Forensic Medicine, Anthropology and...
The International and Public Relations Department, in collaboration with the University's Spοrts Centre in Voutes, invites all Erasmus and International students of the University of Crete in the sports event Campus Tournaments on Wednesday October 16, 16.00 - 18.00, at the...
The Centre for Training and Lifelong Learning (K.E.DI.VI.M) of the University of Crete organises course with title: Artificial Intelligence, Soft Skills and Creativity in the classroom of 21st century. The programme will be implemented in English. Teaching hours: 25 Released:...
The Centre for Training and Lifelong Learning (K.E.DI.VI.M) of the University of Crete organises course with title : Artificial Intelligence and eCultural Heritage. The programme will be implemented in English. Teaching hours: 25 Released: 19-23 MAY 2025 ATHENS GREECE,...
The Centre for Training and Lifelong Learning (K.E.DI.VI.M) of the University of Crete organises course with title: «ICT in Outdoor & Adventure Inclusive Education: Discover Greek History, Arts & Culture» The programme will be implemented in English. Teaching hours: 50...
News UoC International aims to promote the activities, distinctions, agreements and collaborations of the University of Crete.In this issue:– Picasso exhibition in Eleutherna: The Joy of Life– The University of Crete participates in EURAXESS Biennial Conference 2024– INGENIUM Students and Staff...
The University of Crete is organizing the first INGENIUM Sustainable Development and Corporate Responsibility School from November 18th to 22nd at the Voutes Campus. Graduate and doctoral students from the ten INGENIUM universities will participate in this innovative school, which will address...
The CSR-School provides advanced training, fully updated and renewed based on all new requirements in the field of Sustainable Development (State of the Art), on how to identify business opportunities related to sustainability and how to integrate responsibility at the core of...
The Pediatric Infectious Diseases Unit of the Pediatric Clinic, University Hospital of Heraklion, and the Division of Mother and Child, School of Medicine, University of Crete, under the auspices of the Hellenic and European Society of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, are organizing the 2nd...
Welcome to the University of Crete! Join us for a special **Welcome Day** for both Greek and international students!Meet new people, explore the campus, and get all the info you need for a great start.📅 **Date:* 17.10.24🕒 **Time:** 12:00📍 **Location: RethymnoAuditorium D3, Gallos...
The University of Crete proudly participated in the EAIE (European Association for International Education) Conference and Exhibition held in Toulouse, France, from September 17th to 20th, 2024. This prestigious event brought together higher education professionals from around the world, and...
The University of Crete is pleased to announce the launch of the "E-Stories Language Course through Digital Storytelling” for the Winter Semester of the academic year 2024-25. This innovative course is part of the Erasmus+ KA220HED program, "E-Stories – Digital Storytelling for Supporting the...
Today, August 27th, marks the commencement of the "1st Summer School in Experimental and Behavioral Economics," organized by the Department of Economics at the University of Crete. During the Summer School, lectures will be delivered to doctoral and postgraduate students by some of the world's...
As part of the Summer School "Nature and Culture in Crete, from Antiquity tothe Present," organized by K.E.L.KI.P. (Center for Ancient Greek and ChineseCivilization) and the Faculty of Philosophy of the University of Crete, a theatricalperformance titled "The Great Confucianist Zhang Zai" was...
We are pleased to share the inspiring story of Avery Hurst, a 2023-2024 Fulbright Research Fellow, who conducted groundbreaking research in Christos Tsatsanis' Lab in the Department of Medicine at the University of Crete (UoC). Avery's research focused on the pivotal role nutrition plays in...
One year after its inaugural educational event at the European Cultural Centre of Delphi (https://studyingreece.edu.gr/the-seeds-of-virtue-in-ancient-greece-and-china/), the KELKIP (Center of Greek and Chinese Ancient Civilizations) is relocating its summer school program to Crete. It will host...
The 6th Summer School of Linguistics at the University of Crete (CreteLing2024) has successfully begun! Organized by the Linguistics section of the Department of Philology at the University of Crete, under the leadership of Prof. Vina Tsakali (University of Crete) and Prof.Sabine...
The editorial team of News UoC International is happy to announce the release of its new issue#10!News UoC International aims to promote the activities, distinctions, agreements and collaborations of the University of Crete.In this issue: - The University of Crete at NAFSA 2024 -...
We are pleased to share the experiences of three postgraduate students from the University of Crete who participated in the annual Summer School of the European Investment Bank (EIB). This prestigious event took place online from June 24-28, 2024, and continued with an in-person session from...
On Sunday, July 7, 2024, the first Summer School organized by the Department of Classics of the Department of Philology at the University of Crete concluded with great success. The event, titled "Summer School in Classics: Crete Past and Present," lasted 8 days (from June 30 to July 7, 2024)...
The Center for Training and Lifelong Learning of the University of Crete, offer in distance (asynchronous) learning the program as a title: Humans and Digitalization: a challenge for transboarder citizenship education Duration 45 hours asynchronous learning Language: English Start date: 26th...
The Centre for Training and Lifelong Learning (K.E.DI.VI.M) of the University of Crete organizes a course with the title: Humans and Digitalization: a challenge for transboarder citizenship education. Purpose The purpose of the specific training program is to offer the trainees the knowledge so...
The Centre for Training and Lifelong Learning (K.E.DI.VI.M) of the University of Crete organizes course with title: «Python and Machine Learning» Within the framework of the Center for Training and Lifelong Learning of the University of Crete, an 8-month online seminar is offered...
Greek HEIs and European Alliances: Opportunities and Challenges June 18, 2024 | Co-organized by NTUA – NKUA Event Hall, Administration Building, NTUA, Zografou Campus CONFERENCE SUMMARY As part of the effort to enhance dialogue about the institution of European University Alliances in Greece,...
The award is funded by the donation of Professor Zoe Dimitriadis and is granted to postgraduate students, doctoral candidates, and/or postdoctoral researchers of the University of Crete for publications as first co-authors in top-tier international scientific journals during the previous...
Professor Panagiota Fatourou, a faculty member of the Department of Computer Science at the University of Crete, has been elected Chair of the Steering Committee of the prestigious conference ACM Symposium on Principles of Distributed Computing (PODC). The ACM Symposium on Principles of...
The University of Crete proudly announces the successful conclusion of the "hATTR Amyloidosis: from Bench to Bedside" summer school, held from June 10-14, organized by the Assoc. Prof. Ioannis Zaganas, the Scientific Academic Coordinator. The program brought together 6 distinguished physicians...
Professors Dimitrios Xenakis and Konstantinos Manasakis from the Department of Political Science, along with Postdoc Georgia Dimari, contributed their expertise on June 11th and 12th. The sessions were held at the Gallos campus in Rethymnon, offering valuable insights into Mediterranean...
The University of Crete proudly participated in the EURAXESS BiennialConference 2024, held from June 10th to 13th. This prestigious eventgathered leading researchers and innovation experts from across Europe todiscuss advancements in career development, research mobility, andcollaborative...
The workshop aims to bring together Mathematicians and Physicists who work in theories of gravity to discuss modern trends in classical and quantum gravity and black hole physics. We expect to have on average two 1.5-hour review talks per day that will introduce a hot topic with emphasis on...
The meeting aims to bring together particle physicists, cosmologists, and astrophysicists, to syncretise different approaches on topics of common interest. When: 17 – 21 June 2024 Where: Neratze Mosque, Rethymno, Crete, Greece Scientific Organising Committee: Carolina Casadio – Institute of...
Between May 29 and 31, 2024, the three-day international symposium on "Crises and Multi-Level Governance" was successfully held. The symposium was organized by the Department of Political Science in collaboration with the National Observatory of Athens, the Center for Democracy and Law Research...
The climate of our planet is showing unprecedented signs of destabilization, with 2023 being by far the hottest year on record. Greenhouse gas emissions continue to rise, and the international community hesitates to take the necessary measures required to keep temperatures within the limits set...
Three undergraduate students from the University of Crete (Dimitrios-Christoforos Karagiannis, Department of Biology; Konstantinos Mountakis, Department of Physics; Emmanouil Papadogiannis, Department of Mathematics and Applied Mathematics) were awarded as one of the three winning teams in the...
The Department of Mathematics & Applied Mathematics of the University of Crete, the Department of Computer Science of the University of Crete, the Institute of Applied & Computational Mathematics (IACM) of FORTH and the Institute of Computer Science (ICS) of the FORTH, invite...
The University of Crete proudly announces its participation in the renowned annual exhibition for international education, "NAFSA 2024 Annual Conference & Expo," which was held from May 28 to May 31, 2024, in New Orleans, USA. The presence of the University of Crete at NAFSA is one of the...
On Thursday, May 23, 2024, the signing ceremony of the Memorandum of Understanding between the University of Crete and UNICEF took place in the Senate Hall at the Heraklion Campus. The memorandum was signed by the Rector of the University of Crete, Professor Georgios M. Kontakis, and the...
The Department of Economics at the University of Crete is organizing the 28th International Conference on Macroeconomic Analysis and International Finance from May 29 to June 1, 2024, at the Rethymno Campus. The keynote speakers of the conference are internationally renowned academics and...
When: Friday 24th of May - Sunday 26th of May Where: Cultural Conference Center of Heraklion For more details please visit: www.30esfie.gr Program:...
25-29 JUNE 2024In collaboration with 10 academic institutions in the United States, this hybrid (in-person and via zoom) course will review the basics in electroencephalography (EEG) across the age spectrum. It will include the fundamental tenets of signal generation, technical considerations...
"Diversity, origin and molecular evolution of animal neural systems" Alexandros Pittis, PhD, Comparative Genomics Lab, IMBB-FORTH Wednesday, May 22, 2024, 15:00 – 16:00 local time Platform link : https://uoc-gr.zoom.us/j/83955734209 The Joint Seminar Series in Translational and Clinical...
Lecture: Herakles, the 'terma' of the hippodrome and the delimitation of the Altis in Pindar's 'Third Olympian' Alice Alcaras is a doctoral candidate at the University Paris Nanterre, where she is currently writing her thesis, 'Sanctuaries and the Poetics of Architecture in Pindar's odes',...
Erasmus Mundus Flourish Final Farewell lecture series | Semester 2 | University of Crete, Greece «Diagnosing» Resilience: Seeing the Positives in Young People Even When there are Serious Problems Professor Michael Ungar, Ph.D.Canada Research Chair in Child, Family and Community...
Plutarch and Xenophon: An Underexplored Relationship This workshop aims to illuminate, through a comparative investigation of Plutarch's and Xenophon's works, individual aspects of their ideology, narrative artistry, and generic experimentation. It will provide insight into Plutarch’s...
The FELASA Severity Workshop, with the encouragement of the European Commission, is delivered in a standardized format since the FELASA 2016 Congress, using examples published by the 2010 FELASA/ESLAV/ECLAM Working Group. It aims to promoteunderstanding and coherence in severity classifications...
The Physics Department of the University of Crete, together with the Institute of the Theoretical and Computational Physics are organizing a one-day workshop to discuss several hot topics driving the current surge of quantum science and technology. The presentations will be pedagogical and...
This year, the Department of Materials Science and Technology at the University of Crete, listed on the computer form for candidates in the 2nd Scientific Field, comes with a refreshed identity and a thoroughly modernized undergraduate program. Now renamed the "Department of Materials Science...
🌟 Calling All Students! 🌟 🚀 Dive into the future with us! The EIB Institute is thrilled to support YouthTalks in a groundbreaking initiative to shape the conversation around artificial intelligence (AI) – a force destined to reshape our society. 📊 We need YOUR voice! Take part in our exciting...
Call for Papers for the International Conference “Feminisms and Politics in Interwar Balkans and East - Central Europe” University of Crete Department of History and Archaeology International Conference Feminisms and Politics in Interwar Balkans and East - Central Europe...
The editorial team of News UoC International is happy to announce the release of its new issue #9! News UoC International aims to promote the activities, distinctions, agreements and collaborations of the University of Crete.In this issue: - Presentation: The UoC Research Support...
The University of Crete is taking part in the Erasmus+ program called "E-Stories - Digital Storytelling for Supporting the Language and Technological Skills of Foreign University Students." The main objective of the research program is to identify the needs of foreign tertiary education...
The Department of Primary Education of the School of Educational Sciences at the University of Crete, under a memorandum of collaboration with the Greek School "OZEL GOKCEADA RUM LISESI VE ORTAOKULU, TURKEY", is organizing a two-day event on the island of Imbros from May 10-11, 2024. The theme...
The Museum of Medicine of Crete collaborates and supports the cultural activities organized by the Messara Associations Network with the support of the Region of Crete under the title "Levina Days - Health, Culture, Humanity, Nature." The series of events for 2024 are scheduled for April 26,...
The Coordination Committee of the postgraduate program in "Economic Theory and Policy" at the Department of Economic Sciences, University of Crete, is organizing a brief online presentation of the program for the academic year 2024-25, on Wednesday, April 24, at 11:00 AM. They will be pleased...
Traffic will be interrupted due to the wide-scale field operational exercise codenamed "MINOAS 2024" | Rethymno You are requested to arrive at the University Campus of Rethymno on Monday, April 22, 2024, for classes before 10:00 AM and to leave after 2:00 PM. During the island-wide civil...
INGENIUM offers three online courses for University of Crete students. The South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences, a member of INGENIUM, offers three online courses for all the University of Crete students. These online courses begin in September 2024, one in Master level and two...
"Intestinal Stromal Cells in the Turmoil of Inflammation and Defective Tissue Remodeling" Ioannis Drygiannakis,MD, PhD, FEBGH, Gastrenterologist, University Hospital of Heraklion, Appointed Lecturer, Medical School, UoC The Joint Seminar Series in Translational and Clinical Medicine are...
Rethymno, April 7, 2024 With great pleasure and responsibility, we announce that recently (March 7, 2024) the Presidential Decree on the renaming and change of the subject matter of the Department of Philosophical and Social Studies (DPS) to the Department of Philosophy was published in the...
MODELS OF SCIENCE TEACHING THROUGH THE ARTS The Center for Training and Lifelong Learning (KEDIVIM) and the Natural History Museum of Crete of the University of Crete in collaboration with CasermArcheologica are organizing 3 modern webinars in English. Their purpose is to create new models of...
Within the framework of the European Erasmus+ program titled "MASH-up n' HEI- Multimodal Approach for Social-emotional learning in HEI", we invite you to the Event organized by the Department of Psychology of the University of Crete with the title: "Social-emotional Skills and Learning...
Final Conference of the EUNet-INNOCHRON Research Network of the EU's COST Program in Chania, April 4 to 6 A major international medical conference takes place from April 4 to April 6, 2024, at the Mediterranean Architecture Center in Chania. This is the conference of the EUNet-INNOCHRON...
The Centre for Training and Lifelong Learning (K.E.DI.VI.M) of the University of Crete organises course with title: Academic Writing and Communication. The programme will be implemented in English. Purpose The specific program is designed to equip participants with...
A delegation from Georgetown University's Earth Commons Institute for the Environment and Sustainability, including Prof. Peter Marra (Dean), Ms. Katerina Downward (Executive Director, Greece), Ms. Raha Hakimdavar (Senior Advisor, Qatar and the Earth Commons Institute), and Mr. Peter Poulos...
The team of psychology students from the University of Crete, Galini Lazarakou, Zinovia Leimoni, and Antonios Petris, or otherwise known as the PsychoNegotiators, have impressed in the realm of student negotiation competitions over the last year. In a field dominated by students with...
Women in Financial Technology and Artificial Intelligence The Department of Preschool Education at the University of Crete, Rethymno, in collaboration with COST Action CA 19130 – Fintech and Artificial Intelligence in Finance, is pleased to announce the 4th annual Women in Fintech & AI...
Sunday, March 31, 2024, 20:30 Experimental Stage of the Cultural Conference Center of Heraklion(Nikolaou Plastira Avenue 49) Choir direction: Mariella VitorouPiano: Yiannis Kagiadakis Free...
The Centre for Training and Lifelong Learning (K.E.DI.VI.M) of the University of Crete organises course with title : Advanced mini-Fellowship in Refractive Surgery. (Module1/Theoretical) Τhe programme will be conducted by Asynchronous Distance Learning....
4-12 April 2024 Rethymno, House of Culture Official opening: April 6, 19:00 Hours: Daily 18:00 - 22:00 Weekend 11:00-14:00 and 18:00-22:00 Organized by: The Gender Equality Committee of the University of Crete...
The University of Crete is proud to be a part of INGENIUM, a European University alliance dedicated to fostering innovation, sustainability, and collaboration across Europe. INGENIUM brings together universities from across the continent to create a unique educational and research environment....
The Hellenic Society for Neuroscience under the auspices of the University of Crete & the Foundation for Research & Technology-Hellas is organizing an event titled: "Brain And Artificial Intelligence: A Fascinating Dynamic InterplayBrain And Artificial Intelligence" in the context of...
As part of the practical training of the Postgraduate Studies Program in Art History at the Department of History and Archaeology of the University of Crete, the UoC Library in Heraklion, hosts an exhibition titled 'Memento Mori: Representations of Death in European Art (15th – 17th century)'....
UNIVERSITY OF CRETE DEPARTMENT OF POLITICAL SCIENCECENTRE FOR POLITICAL RESEARCH AND DOCUMENTATION (KEPET)INTERNATIONAL WORKSHOP “MIGRATION, MIGRATION FLOWS PREDICTION MODELS AND MIGRATION POLICY: TRENDS, SOCIO-POLITICAL CHALLENGES AND POLICY SCENARIOS” (virtual Workshop) Monday, April 8,...
The "Hackathon for Health and Wellness, Crete 2024" was the subject of a successful informational event held at the "Kastellaki" hall of the Heraklion Chamber of Commerce on March 4, 2024. This hackathon is scheduled to take place on April 20 and 21, 2024, simultaneously in Heraklion and...
International Women's Day on March 8th is an anniversary that, ideally, should not need to be celebrated in a Rule of Law state. It reminds us of an old ERT (Hellenic Broadcasting Corporation) show titled "Greece is not just Athens," whose existence precisely confirmed that fact. Similarly, International Women's Day is not celebrated as a day of remembrance and honor for the struggles and collective demands of women in the past, but rather as an admission.
Celebrating the first year of activities of the Center of Greek and Chinese Civilizations (KELKIP), the University of Crete (in Collaboration with the Institute for Mediterranean Studies and Soutwest University of China, and KELKIP) organized its first Winter School on «The Origins of...
Monday, March 4, 2024, Start Time: 17:00 Heraklion Chamber of Commerce (Kastellakis Hall) Koronaiou 9, Heraklion, Crete The event will be available online, through the live streaming service of the University of Crete at the following link: https://video.ict.uoc.gr/live/show/490 The competition...
10th International Course - “Care and Use of Laboratory Animals: mice, rats and zebrafish” An intensive course on the care and use of laboratory animals (mice, rats and zebrafish) will be organized at the University of Crete (Department of Biology), in collaboration with the Institute of...
The University of Crete proudly hosted a successful welcome event for its international students of the Erasmus Plus Joint Master degree in Aqua Culture, Environment, and Society program (ACES) on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at the Department of Mathematics and Applied Mathematics. This event...
The international and Erasmus students of the University of Crete attended the cake cutting ceremony for the new year of the @Cultural Association of Kato Vathia Niros At the invitation of the Career Counsellor of the University and Secretary of the Cultural Association Mr. Sampsonidis...
In a notable event at the University of Crete's Rethymno campus, discussions about potential collaborations were ignited during a visit by Xiao Junzheng, the Chinese Ambassador to Greece. Accompanying the ambassador were his associates, who met with the university's three vice chancellors,...
The Municipality of Heraklion offered an exciting city tour to the spring semester Erasmus students of the University of Crete on Friday February 16, 2024, featuring the most important monuments of the old city of Heraklion. The city tour focused on August 25th Street, where the most...
The Erasmus+ project MASH-up n' HEI Multimodal Approach for Social-emotional learning in HEI is seeking participants! Dates: May 29-30, 2024 In-person meeting at the Research and Study Center (KEME) of the University of Crete (Rethymno, Eb3 Room) Total number of participants: ≤ 5 Participants...
The Rectorate of the University of Crete invites the Ambassador of China to Greece, on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at 14:00, in the Senate Room, at the Gallos Campus in Rethymno, on the occasion of the first anniversary of the establishment of the Center for Greek and Chinese Culture and within...
The University of Crete spin-off company BioNature (www.bionature.net), founded by the Institute's Professors Achilleas Gravanis and Ilias Kastanas, signed a cooperation agreement for the clinical exploitation (licensing: licensing for the development of a new drug) of its synthetic substance...
The Region of Crete, ITE/Science and Technology Park of Crete, the University of Crete, the Incubator/Accelerator for Startups in Athens (I.E.A.) of the Athens Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the European Digital Innovation Hub for Smart Health: Precision Medicine and Innovative e-Health...
The operations of the European Reference Centre for the Welfare of Aquatic Animals, the first specialized Centre within the EU framework, commenced today, February 16, 2024, in the presence of the EU Commissioner for Health and Food Safety, Ms. Stella Kyriakides, the Minister of Rural...
The Department of International and Public Relations welcomed the new incoming Erasmus students of the University of Crete for the spring semester on Thursday, February 15, 2024, at the Voutes campus. The students gathered at the International and Public Relations offices in Heraklion, where...
The International & Public Relations Department in Voutes Campus is pleased to welcome new Erasmus students and invites you to the spring semester 2024 orientation day and city tour! Please read the details below:📌 February 15: Orientation DayThe spring semester Orientation Day is...
The Orientation Day for incoming Erasmus+ students for the spring semester of 2023/2024 was held on Friday, 9th February 2024, at the Gallos University Campus in Rethymno. The Department of International Relations at the University of Crete in Rethymno welcomed approximately 30 students from...
The editorial team is pleased to announce the 7th issue of the International Newsletter of the University of Crete which aims to promote the activities, distinctions, agreements and collaborations of the University of Crete abroad. Discover the new issue here: Issue 8 December 2023 -...
Today, the Commission has adopted a Decision designating the fourth European Union Reference Centre for Animal Welfare, which will specialise in the welfare of aquatic animals. The Reference Centre for the welfare of aquatic animals has been designated following a public selection process. It...
INGENIUM supports innovative research and encourage new cooperation between INGENIUM’s universities. Faculty and research staff of the INGENIUM universities are invited to submit proposals for (i) the creation and early development of INGENIUM joint research groups or (ii) proposals for new...
Master of Science (MSc) in Exercise and exercise-based cardiac rehabilitation in patients with cardiac disease ✅ Applications are due to open in March. ✅ Take notes and be prepared to apply. For more information please see...
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