Accreditation Process for Joint Master's Degrees in Greece Nears Completion
In the final stretch for the accreditation of joint master’s degrees: Aiming for their launch in the coming academic year
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Greece's National Authority for Higher Education is finalizing the accreditation of 74 joint master's programs with international universities, aiming for operational launch in the 2026-27 academic year. However, bureaucratic challenges may delay half of these programs, despite a significant funding boost of €94 million from the Recovery and Resilience Fund.
- 0174 joint master's programs are awaiting accreditation from the National Authority for Higher Education in Greece.
- 02The total funding for these programs is €94 million, with €80 million sourced from the Recovery and Resilience Fund.
- 03Bureaucratic delays may hinder the launch of about half of the approved programs by September 2026.
- 04The Deputy Minister of Education emphasizes the importance of these programs for enhancing Greece's academic competitiveness.
- 05New funding instruments are needed to support the implementation of these programs and foster international partnerships.
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Greece is in the final stages of accrediting 74 joint master's programs between its higher education institutions and foreign universities, with hopes to launch them in the 2026-27 academic year. The National Authority for Higher Education (NTEAE) is expected to clarify which programs will receive approval soon. However, sources within the academic community indicate that bureaucratic challenges may prevent about half of the programs from being operational by the targeted September start date. The funding for these initiatives totals €94 million, primarily sourced from the Recovery and Resilience Fund, aimed at enhancing the internationalization of Greek higher education. Deputy Minister of Education Nikos Papaioannou highlighted the critical role of these joint programs in creating a competitive academic environment and emphasized the need for quality and innovation. Despite the enthusiasm surrounding the funding, there are concerns about delays in the accreditation process and the need for improved cooperation between universities. The Athens University of Economics and Business has secured approval for three programs, with two expected to launch pending accreditation. The academic community remains optimistic about expanding international partnerships and developing innovative curricula.
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The successful accreditation and launch of these programs could significantly enhance the quality of higher education in Greece, attract international students, and foster partnerships with prestigious foreign universities.
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