Study in Greece. 23 best institutions in Greece

Education in Greece is a centralized system that has a number of features:

• The educational system in Greece is managed by the Ministry of Education, Research and Religion, so religious studies as a subject are taught by children at different stages of studying.
• There are free educational institutions even for foreign students.
• The priority is the independent work of students.
• Kindergartens do not provide daytime sleep for children, if parents consider this service necessary, they pay for it additionally.
• In elementary school, grades are not given in the first and second grades.
• Most educational institutions have special classes for foreign students, where children are helped to learn Greek and socialize.
• In ordinary schools, there are classes for children with special needs.
• In Greece, there are day and evening gymnasiums, as well as specialized ones with in-depth study of a certain discipline.
• Students of professional and higher institutions receive discounts on public transport, meals in canteens and discounts on various entertainment activities.
• When obtaining higher education in Greece, there are no strictly limited terms at all - students can study and take exams at their own pace.

There are three stages in the education system - preschool/primary, secondary and higher. Education in Greece is compulsory for all children from 4 to 15 years old. 

The early period of education includes kindergartens, where children are enrolled from the age of 4. Such institutions are often called "kindergarten schools" because children undergo a two-year preparation here before entering primary school. Most kindergartens are public and provide their services free of charge not only to local residents, but also to foreigners.

It includes 3 stages of school education: primary classes (6-12 years), incomplete (12-15 years) and complete secondary (15-17 years).

Compulsory education begins at the age of 6, when children enter the first grade. In primary school, they study until the 6th grade, where they receive a certificate, with which they move on to secondary school.

Children receive incomplete secondary education in gymnasiums, where studying takes 3 years. This is a mandatory studying stage. Here, children are engaged in a standard program with in-depth study of a number of disciplines (for example, chemistry and biology). Every year, students take exams, and at the end of the studying, it is mandatory to take Greek, mathematics, and a foreign language.

This is followed by an optional stage - complete secondary education, which can be obtained in different educational institutions:

• Lyceums are for those who plan to enter universities. You can be enrolled in the lyceum without entrance exams if the final exams in the gymnasium were passed with the highest score.
• Vocational schools provide not just education, but a real profession. Graduates of such institutions can immediately engage in labor activity. By the way, specialists of a fairly high level are studied here. The duration of studying is 3 years (4.5 years if part-time).
• Colleges. Here, the emphasis is on practical preparation in the chosen profession. In Greece, for example, tourism is a very popular destination.

After completing secondary education at the lyceum, graduates have two options:

• University
• Institute of Vocational Preparation.

There are also private schools where there are more electives, classes are smaller, respectively, there is more attention to each student. Such schools will cost about €6,000 per year.

All universities in the country are public - private universities are literally banned in Greece. They still exist, they just do not have state accreditation.

Higher education in Greece can be obtained at academic universities and technical institutes. There are 20 universities in the country, which offer various adirections of study: from the humanities to economics and management.

The basic course in universities lasts 3-4 years, but in some areas it can take 5-6 years (for example, medicine - traditionally). Upon graduation, students receive the appropriate diplomas (bachelor's or master's degrees); For those wishing to continue their education, a number of universities offer doctoral studies, the duration of which is on average 3 years.

To enter a Greek university , a certificate of complete secondary education with good grades is enough. Another important criterion is a certificate of knowledge of the Greek language. Foreign students who do not have such knowledge have the opportunity to take paid language courses in Greece while maintaining a place at the university.

Summer language camps are a great opportunity for the development and entertainment of children, and Greece is a great option for a productive and enjoyable holiday. Local children's camps can offer a wide range of programs, including not only academic classes, but also interesting recreational activities. A comfortable and safe environment with round-the-clock support from experienced teachers is organized for children. Here the children will find:

• English lessons with native teachers,
• The opportunity to make friends from different countries of the world,
• Active recreation and entertainment in the circle of peers.

All summer camps in Greece can be divided into two groups:

• For children from 6 to 16 years old. It uses traditional basic English programs with an emphasis on the development of basic language skills, a lot of time is devoted to extracurricular activities and entertainment.
• Camps for teenagers 16+. Here the emphasis is often placed on pre-university preparation. Students can choose from a wide range of courses: from standard English to international exams. These camps also offer programs of increased complexity for especially successful students.

Staying in such camps will cost parents about €900 per week.

All accredited educational institutions in Greece provide their services free of charge, subject to the Law on Education. Studying in Greece for foreign students is also free. The exception is vocational schools and colleges, where education is not compulsory - here the prices for education in Greece depend directly on each institution and vary in a wide range.

There are also many private institutions in the country from preschool to higher education. Prices are regulated by the administrations of these establishments, so they can vary greatly. On average, the cost in schools can reach €6,000, and in universities - from €5,000 to €10,000 per year.

In public educational institutions, foreign students can study for free if they have knowledge of the Greek language. Otherwise, you will have to take paid courses, the full duration of which is from September to June, and the average price tag is €8,400. But there are also intensive programs: summer (3 months, from € 3,100) and semi-annual (from December to May, cost around € 6,000).

International students will have to spend money on travel, accommodation, visa and insurance - do not forget about additional costs that are not included in the basic cost of tuition.