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Master of Arts in Greek Civilization – Distance Learning
Duration:
1.5 Year (3 Semesters)
Qualification Awarded:
Master of Arts in Greek Civilization
Language:
English
Mode of Study:
Distance Learning
Explore Greek Civilization as a Multifaceted Phenomenon
Investigate the fundamental Greek concepts that shaped and are still central to the modern Western world, e.g., freedom, democracy, aesthetics, logic and the search for truth and scientific knowledge.
The MA programme explores the multifaceted phenomenon of Greek civilization, both in its diachronic and in its thematic range.
At the core of its design lies the investigation of the fundamental Greek concepts and values that shaped and are still central to the modern Western world. Freedom, democracy, aesthetics, logic and the search for truth and scientific knowledge are some of the areas the programme explores.
The programme covers the main body of Greek culture offering students a unique educational opportunity. In particular, the programme gives candidates the opportunity for an in-depth study, through specialized bibliography in English, of a number of topics. Courses draw on thematic material from various disciplines in the field of Greek civilization such as history, philosophy, literature, science, the arts and language. Moreover, students will deal with topics that attract international interest as they combine aspects of Greek antiquity with contemporary culture, such as contemporary stage approaches of ancient drama, modern Greek cinema, Greek printing history, and digital culture.
The programme’s overall aim is to provide a specialist, historical and systematic education, giving students the option to either complete elective courses or to produce a research thesis. Students will extend their learning and deepen their understanding of Greek cultural heritage studying in a contemporary and challenging digital environment.
The programme is intended for candidates who wish to pursue a career in the fields of Letters and the Arts and aspire to be actively engaged in research and education on Greek cultural studies, or plan to seek admission to a PhD programme in related fields.
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Tuition and Scholarships
Scholarship Programme: Aristeia | Excellence
The University of Nicosia believes strongly in expanding accessibility to and affordability of higher education. Over the last decade, the University of Nicosia has awarded over €100 million euros of financial aid to students through a combination of merit scholarships, need-based scholarships and work-study programs.
Since the MA program has a rolling admissions policy, scholarships are reviewed and awarded monthly, in conjunction with admissions decisions.
Odysseus Scholarships
Named after the legendary Greek hero and king of Ithaca, renowned for his genius and resourcefulness, his long journeys overseas and famous for his “nostos”, his adventurous homecoming. Odysseus is an ecumenical symbol of the expatriate Greek, who struggles and survives overcoming all obstacles.
Type: Origin / Nationality Based
Amount: 20%
Number available: 2
Eligibility: Students of Greek descent (up to third generation). In order to be considered for this scholarship, you must provide relevant official documentation.
Georgios Seferis Scholarships
Named after the celebrated Greek poet and Nobel laureate, whose life and work are closely connected to the island of Cyprus.
Type: Merit Based
Amount: 50%
Number available: 2
Eligibility: Students with strong professional records and outstanding leadership experience in the field of humanities and social sciences. In order to be considered for this scholarship, you must hold an exceptional track record of notable professional achievements (criteria which will be taken into account: high degree grade, additional postgraduate studies, thesis, papers in conferences, published articles, creative writing, relevant professional experience, awards, scholarships, distinctions, participation in Erasmus programme etc). You will become a Greek Civilization ambassador and you will be expected to work 15 hours per month on outreach.
Michael Cacoyannis Scholarships
Named after the internationally acclaimed Cypriot film maker, theatre director and translator whose outstanding work highlighted classical and modern Greek civilization around the world.
Type: Merit Based
Amount: 50%
Number available: 1
Eligibility: Students with strong records in the field of the performing arts and cinema. In order to be considered for this scholarship, you must hold an exceptional track record of artistic skills and achievements either as artistic creator or as a performer or as curator/advisor in the field of theatre, opera, music, dance, cinema as well as contemporary types of performance. You will become a Greek Civilization ambassador and you will be expected to work 15 hours per month on outreach.
Hypatia Scholarships
Named after the prominent woman scientist and philosopher of Late Antiquity, who stood for free thinking, tolerance, reason and the unbiased search for the truth.
Type: Research Based
Amount: 50%
Number available: 2
Eligibility: Students with strong research records in the field of humanities, social sciences and the arts who are capable and interested in working on outreach or research assistant activities during their studies. In order to be considered for this scholarship, you must hold an exceptional track record of notable academic achievements (criteria which will be taken into account: high degree grade, additional postgraduate or Ph.D. studies, thesis, papers in conferences, published articles, participation in research teams or projects, awards, scholarships, distinctions, etc). You will become a Greek Civilization ambassador and you will be expected to work 15 hours per month on research.
Philothea Scholarships
Named after the emblematic figure of Saint Philothea of Athens who is primarily remembered for her philanthropy. She founded monasteries, gave shelter to the poor and organized educational programmes for the most vulnerable social groups in the Ottoman Empire.
Type: Need Based
Amount: 20% to 70%
Number available: 2
Eligibility: Students with financial need are eligible to apply for this need-based scholarship award. In order to be considered for this scholarship, students need to provide evidence of financial need, such as an income statement.
Aristanax Scholarships
Named after the 2nd c. b.C. eminent Cypriot philosopher, Aristanax of Salamis, a Platonist who studied with Carneades of Cyrene. His name means Lord of Excellence.
Type: Degree-Based
Amount: 10%
Number available: Unlimited
Eligibility: Graduates of the University of Nicosia, holding any degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in any discipline. In order to be considered for this scholarship, students need to provide their UNIC student ID.
Application Process
Submit Master in Greek Civilization Scholarship Application, including supporting documents and a personal letter to support your application for scholarship.
Scholarship Terms
- Scholarship applications are reviewed monthly. Applications must be submitted by the last day of the month to be eligible for that month’s review.
- Only students who have completed their programme application and have been officially accepted are eligible to submit a scholarship application.
- Students are eligible to apply for more than one type of Scholarship/Financial Aid but they will be awarded the scholarship constituting the highest amount.
- Scholarships are applied on a pro-rata basis to each course in the programme.
- The University of Nicosia reserves the right, at its sole discretion to award or not award any scholarship to any student and/or to change the number of scholarships awarded, their eligibility requirements or any other aspect of the financial aid program.
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