Overview

The Olympic Studies, Olympic Education, Organization and Management of Olympic Events programme of University of the Peloponnese is based on the three pillares of the Olympic Movement: Education, Sports and Culture, which constitute the foundation for Olympism and Olympic Pedagogy.

The philosophy of the programme is consistent with the values of the Olympic movement for the diffusion of the Olympic ideal worldwide, the promotion of knowledge and research in Olympic issues and global participation.

OBJECTIVES

To provide students with specialized knowledge at a postgraduate level on issues related to Olympic Studies as well as the necessary means for their academic, professional or research career.

The promotion of knowledge and research on issues of Olympic philosophy and education, organization and management of Olympic Games, big athletic events and in general Olympic and athletic studies.

To provide a specialized workforce that will organize and direct Olympic and athletic institutions, promote the growth of programmes of Olympic education in international level and that will contribute in the creation of a scientific background for the growth and organization of sports.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The history and philosophy of sport in Antiquity: the birth of sport and its evolution

The modern Olympic Games

Olympic Pedagogy I: Development and implementation of Olympic education programmes in school

Sport and Ethics – Olympic Philosophy

Research methods in Social Sciences and Olympic Studies

Olympic Games and major sports events: organization and management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-20 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Sports Management Event Management

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Application form

Clear photocopy of bachelor degree (or degrees) from Greek or foreign Higher Education Institutions

Clear photocopy of bachelor degree (or degrees) grade transcript

CV – extended curriculum vitae of the applicant

Clear photocopy of any language certificate a) in the English language and b) in any other language

Two recommendation letters one of which has to originate from a University Professor.

Clear photocopy of Passport or ID Card (ID Card only for European Countries)

Two passport size photographs of applicant with adequate identification

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Tuition Fee

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International

2000 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 3000 EUR for the full programme during 18 months.
EU/EEA

2000 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 3000 EUR for the full programme during 18 months.

Living costs for Corinth

470 - 630 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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