The Athens M.A. in Ancient Philosophy
The Athens MA in Ancient Philosophy is an intensive one-year graduate program that provides in-depth knowledge of Ancient Philosophy
and advanced research training across its various fields.
Established in 2022, The Athens MA welcomed its first students in 2023. The Program promotes the study of Ancient Philosophy across its full historical and thematic range, from the Pre-Socratics to the philosophers of Late Antiquity, and covers topics in metaphysics, ethics, epistemology, and other areas. It is the only program in Greece (and one of only a few worldwide) devoted exclusively to Ancient Philosophy as a field of systematic study and research. It also places special emphasis on the historical background and modern reception of Ancient Philosophy.
The Athens MA in Ancient Philosophy is the result of a collaboration among three major Greek universities:
Department of History and Philosophy of Science, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
Department of Philosophy, University of Patras
Department of Philosophy, University of Crete
The three universities have joined forces to create a highly competitive Program and cooperate in teaching and thesis supervision. Courses are taught in Athens by professors from Greek universities and visiting scholars from institutions abroad. Upon completing the Program, students will be able to conduct both independent and collaborative research and will be well prepared to pursue doctoral studies.
The Athens MA in Ancient Philosophy is offered exclusively as an intensive full-time, in-person program and admits up to 20 students per academic year.
The Program lasts one full academic year (12 months; 75 ECTS). Two semesters of coursework are followed by a Summer Term, during which students prepare and submit a Master's thesis.
The Program tuition fee is €3,000.
The language of instruction is English. Knowledge of Ancient Greek and Latin is desirable but not required.
Application timeline: Candidates may submit their applications any time between October 15 and June 30.
The Program follows a rolling admissions procedure divided into three phases:
- Phase I: October 15 – December 15
- Phase II: February 1 – March 31
- Phase III: April 1 – June 30
Students from countries requiring a visa are strongly encouraged to apply during Phases I or II.
Classes begin on the first Monday in October.
The Athens MA in Ancient Philosophy is committed to creating and maintaining an educational, working, and living environment free from discrimination and harassment. The Program is open to all students, regardless of national origin, sexual orientation, or social status. The Director responds to all allegations of discrimination and harassment and takes steps to ensure that each case is handled in accordance with applicable policies and legal requirements.