following the eternal Olympic Ideal and Values, while adapting them into today’s needs
students take classes in Ancient Olympia, the cradle of Olympism, in the facilities of the International Olympic Academy (I.O.A.), next to the ancient Stadium and to the commemorative stele where the heart of Pierre de Coubertin rests
students have the opportunity to follow a modern curriculum, which is flexible and based on current international developments and their own needs, leading to the award of an academically accredited title, developed according to the European specifications defined by the Bologna Accords on Ηigher Εducation
eminent Professors, experts in Olympism from all over the world together with Greek professors from the University of the Peloponnese and other Greek universities teach in the programme, analyzing every facet of the modern Olympic Games and the Olympic Movement, passing on their knowledge and invaluable practical experience from the world of sport and the organization and management of Mega Sport Events, including the Olympic Games
it is the only postgraduate programme worldwide which recognizes the challenges and opportunities for the development and implementation of Olympic Education initiatives and Olympic Education Programmes in different cultural contexts
students have the opportunity to take part in the activities of the International Olympic Academy and are thus able to get a global picture of the Olympic Movement and to meet with members of the Olympic Community. Students learn about the latest developments directly from the international Centres, the Centres for Olympic Studies, the International Olympic Committee and the Olympic Museums
supports the Master’s degree programme since 2013, providing students with scholarships for covering their tuition fees
the Programme is a multicultural educational experience, combining academic education with practical participation in cultural and sports events. As a result, participants from different countries and cultures, with different views, backgrounds and traditions have the opportunity mutually to experience Olympism
students represent all continents, share their individual experiences and promote actively the diffusion of Olympism world-wide
the Olympic Movement needs members with knowledge of its history and philosophy to secure its advancement in the future. This particular programme ensures that graduates will have the appropriate education and skills to accomplish this mission
at the beginning of every semester educational visits are organized in different regions of Greece, such as Athens, Peloponnese and North Greece. Students have the possibility to visit archaeological sites of historic importance in order to learn about Greek civilization, the birth of Olympic sports and the revival of the Olympic Games
Master’s Degree Programme
Olympic Studies, Olympic Education, Organization and Management of Olympic Events
Master’s Degree Programme
Olympic Studies, Olympic Education, Organization and Management of Olympic Events
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