Program Overview
The Olympic Studies at University of the Peloponnese is a Master programme in Humanities over 18 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Olympic Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Greece and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 18 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: EUR 1,000 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 1,000 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Corinth, Greece
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Olympic Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- The history and philosophy of sport in Antiquity: the birth of sport and its evolution
- The modern Olympic Games (revival, historic development of the Summer and Winter Olympic Games social, political and cultural aspects of the Olympic Games Olympic Institutions Olympic Law)
- 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 Pedagogy II: Development and implementation of Olympic education programmes for schools
- Olympic Games and major sports events: organization and management.
- Sports marketing and Olympic sponsoring.
- Olympic Movement and International relations
- Sports high performance: Olympic athletes and dual careers
- Strategic and operational planning of major sports events
- Financial management of sports organizations
- The role, organization and operation of Olympic museums and libraries.
- Preparation, submission and presentation of Masters Thesis
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Application form
- Clear photocopy of bachelor degree (or degrees) from Greek or foreign Higher Education Institutions proving full time studies with a duration of at least three years
- Clear photocopy of bachelor degree (or degrees) grade transcript
- Clear photocopy of postgraduate studies degree (or degrees) (if applicable)
- CV extended curriculum vitae of the applicant
- Clear photocopy of any language certificate a) in the English language and b) in any other language (if applicable), proving good knowledge
- Two recommendation letters one of which has to originate from a University Professor. Any other recommendation letter especially from National Olympic Academy or National Olympic Committee or other athletic organizations will be taken into consideration.
- Clear photocopy of Passport or ID Card (ID Card only for European Countries)
- Two passport size photographs of applicant with adequate identification
- Copy of any published academic work
For foreign applicants:
Clear photocopies of documents issued by foreign authorities which have been certified by the Greek Embassy/Consulate, by the Apostille certification or by a Greek lawyer are accepted (the stamp must be clearly visible on the photocopy). All other document copies must be certified by an official institution. Certified copies of degrees and transcripts are also accepted if issued by a Higher Education Institution and sent in the Institutions official stamped and sealed envelopes.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 1,000 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 1,000 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 1,000 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 1,000 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of the Peloponnese directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of the Peloponnese
University of the Peloponnese
Tripoli, Greece
The University of (the) Peloponnese is a Greek tertiary educational institution, composed of campuses in Tripoli, Corinth, Kalamata, Nafplio, Sparta, and Patras.
University Profile- Application Deadline Apr, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 18 months
