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Crete and the city of Hania
Crete, the largest island in Greece and the fifth largest
island of the Mediterranean, is located in the southernmost
extremity of Greece. It is administratively divided into four
prefectures (Hania, Rethymnon, Iraklion, Lasithi) and has
a total population of 600.000 inhabitants. The island has
a diverse landscape with high mountain ranges, the longest
gorge (the Samaria Gorge) in Europe, dozens of magnificent
beaches as well as one of the most important archaeological
sites in Greece, Knossos.
Crete combines rich history and archaeological sites with
a vibrant economy in the present. Along the northern coast
of the island, cities have developed flourishing economies
primarily based on agriculture and tourism. On the south side,
rural areas have maintained their traditional features and
the population is genuinely warm and hospitable. Crete is
also famous for its rare flora (Phoenix theophrastii, Centaurea
Raphanina and Ebenus Creticus are some of the endemic and
rare trees and plants found on Crete) and its impressive fauna
(Gypaetus barbatus, Felis sylvestris and Chalcides ocellatus
are a few of the unique animal species that exist on Crete).
The city of Hania, the second largest city of Crete with
a population of approximately 70.000 inhabitants, lies on
the northwest coastline of Crete, stretching between the Aegean
Sea and the slopes of the White Mountains. It is one of the
most picturesque and beautiful cities on Crete. The magnificent
scenery, the lively old Venetian port, the remnants of history,
the busy marketplace, the interesting museums and the wonderful
beaches make up the city's profile, which manages to maintain
its Cretan tradition in harmony with economic growth and progress.
The Technical University of Crete
The Technical University of Crete (TUC) was founded in 1977
in Hania and admitted its first students in 1984. It is a
State University under the supervision of the Ministry of
Education and the second Technical University in Greece. The
purpose of the institution is to provide undergraduate as
well as graduate studies in modern engineering fields, to
conduct research in cutting edge technologies as well as to
develop and foster links with the Greek industry. The Technical
University of Crete is comprised of four departments that
grant engineering degrees upon completion of a five-year program,
and a Sciences Department, which provides the scientific support
of the curricula. All the departments administer modern postgraduate
programs. The departments are:
- Department of Sciences
- Department of Production Engineering and Management
- Department of Mineral Resources Engineering
- Department of Electronic & Computer Engineering
- Department of Environmental Engineering
- Department of Architecture Engineering
The campus is located on a panoramic site on the peninsula
of Akrotiri and covers an area of 750 acres, 7 km northeast
of Hania. Services offered to the students on campus include
the University Hall of Residences, the University Restaurant
and Cafeterias, the Library, the Information Systems Centre,
the Network Operations Centre, the Career Office, classrooms,
lecture halls and laboratories.
The institution also owns several historical buildings in
the city of Hania, including the former French School, which
is now a Conference Centre. The Venetian complex of the Old
Prisons and the Barracks today house the Rectorate and Administration.
The former Army Headquarters, also part of the Venetian complex,
is currently under renovation.
Studies
Courses are usually taught in Greek; subject to the discretion
of the professor, they may be taught in English. The duration
of postgraduate studies at the Master's level is two semesters
(minimum). Students applying for admission to these programmes
should normally have an overall grade point average of 7.5
as well as very good knowledge of English. Students are expected
to maintain this average throughout their postgraduate studies.
Each Department selects its postgraduate students among applicants
from Greece and abroad. Successful postgraduate students or
research assistants may receive scholarships, depending on
the availability of funds.
Doctorates are awarded by each Department upon the completion
of a Ph.D. dissertation and following a successful, open to
the public, oral defense.
Academic Affairs
contact:
Tzekaki Irini,
 +30 28210 37271,
 +30 28210 69552
Admission requirements
There are approximately 1900 undergraduate and over 500 graduate
students enrolled at the Technical University of Crete. The
Ministry of Education determines the number of undergraduate
students admitted each year. Foreign students interested in
studying at a Greek university should apply to the Ministry
of National Education and Religious Affairs. Inquiries should
be addressed to:
Ministry of National Education,
Department of Entrance Examinations,
Mitropoleos 15, 10185 Athens,
Greece
+30 210 3247428,
+30 210 3234812
This department shall provide foreign students with the
appropriate information on application requirements, necessary
supporting documents and the application form. Students must
then submit all supporting documents and applications to the
Greek Ministry of National Education Entrance Examinations
in person (not by post) or by an authorized person.
Applications may be submitted from August 1st - 10th.
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