Admissions
An open door for scientists from many disciplines. Graduates of biological, agricultural, chemical, veterinary, environmental and related sciences are eligible — apply online by 31 July.
Tuition
€3,500
Single fee for the full 12-month programme — same for all students. Payable in instalments per the Internal Regulation of the programme.
Eligible degrees
First-cycle (BSc/MEng or equivalent) graduates from the following disciplines — from Greek HEIs or recognised foreign institutions.
How to apply
A two-stage selection process: dossier evaluation, followed by an interview with the Candidate Selection Committee.
Submit your application online
Submit your application electronically through the University of Patras postgraduate portal at matrix.upatras.gr, with all required documents attached. Final-year students may apply provisionally and submit their certificate of completion by 10 August.
Dossier evaluation (Stage 1)
The Selection Committee — three faculty members of the programme — verifies completeness and validity of submitted documents. Scoring is based on the degree GPA, marks in undergraduate courses relevant to the programme, undergraduate thesis grade (where applicable), and prior research/professional experience.
Interview (Stage 2)
Shortlisted candidates are interviewed by the Selection Committee to assess motivation, scientific background, and capacity to meet the demands of the programme. Interviews may be conducted remotely if appropriate.
Results and acceptance
The final list of successful candidates is ratified by the Programme Studies Committee no later than 30 August. Successful candidates have five working days to confirm acceptance in writing.
Enrolment
Final enrolment with the Programme Secretariat must be completed by 30 September. Students must renew their enrolment each trimester.
Required documents
All documents must be submitted electronically by the application deadline. Incomplete or late submissions are not accepted.
- Application form (online)
- Copy of degree or certificate of completion
- Detailed transcript of grades
- Detailed CV (studies, teaching/professional experience, scientific activity)
- Evidence of research or professional activity (if any)
- At least two letters of recommendation from academic referees
- Copy of postgraduate degree (if any)
- Peer-reviewed publications (if any)
- Two-sided photocopy of identity card or passport
- Proof of English-language competence (B2 level)
English-language requirement (level B2)
The B2 requirement may be evidenced by any of the following:
- Degree from an English-language HEI or English-medium programme of study (exempted)
- Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE) or above
- TOEFL with a score of at least 500 (paper-based) or 300 (computer-based)
- IELTS with a score of 6.5 or above
- Hellenic State Certificate of Language Attainment (level B2)
Knowledge of a second foreign language is considered favourably. If proof of B2 is not available, the Coordinating Committee may set a written examination to assess proficiency.
Ready to apply?
Begin your application via the official University of Patras postgraduate portal. The Programme Secretariat is available Monday to Friday, 10:00–13:00, to answer your questions.
Open application portal Contact the Secretariat