The maximum number of students admitted each year is limited to fifteen (15) postgraduate students. The program cannot be conducted with fewer than eight (8) postgraduate students.

The program, as decided by the Department Assembly, announces available positions through an open application process. This announcement includes the admission requirements, the number of available spots, candidate categories, the admission procedure, selection criteria, application deadlines, and the required documentation.

The admission announcement is published on the Department’s website. Applications, along with the necessary documentation, must be submitted to the Department’s Secretariat, either in printed or electronic form.

The selection criteria for admitted students are as follows:

1. Possession of a bachelor’s degree/diploma from a recognized domestic or foreign higher education institution.
2. Detailed academic transcripts for undergraduate courses relevant to the program.

 A well-structured research proposal of 1500-2000 words, outlining the student’s research interests, bibliographic knowledge, and ability to develop a scientific study plan.

1. A complete CV, including a portfolio of any published studies or other works by the candidate.
2. Proficiency in English, as a mandatory requirement, at a level determined by the Department Assembly. The program accepts candidates with the following levels of foreign language proficiency: a certificate of good (B2 level), very good (C1 level), or excellent (C2 level) knowledge of English, according to the Council of Europe’s system, which is recognized by the Supreme Council for Civil Personnel Selection (ASEP). Alternatively, a degree or postgraduate diploma from a Greek university or an equivalent foreign university, demonstrating successful completion of an English-language undergraduate or postgraduate program, may be submitted.
3. An interview will be conducted by a three-member Graduate Student Selection Committee (EEMF), appointed by the Department Assembly. This committee will consist of faculty members involved in the postgraduate program and may include members from the Master’s Program, steering committee as well.

 In addition to the required documents, applicants may submit, if available: a. A diploma or diplomas from postgraduate studies at a Greek university or an equivalent foreign institution. b. A doctoral degree from a Greek university or an equivalent foreign institution. c. Certificates demonstrating proficiency in French, German, Italian, Spanish, or Russian. If the applicant is a foreign national, certificates of Greek language proficiency may also be submitted. d. Documentation of any research and publication activities, participation in student mobility programs, and relevant professional experience.

The above documents can be submitted either as certified copies or simple photocopies.

Foreign applicants must provide a certificate of Greek language proficiency at least at the B2 level as a prerequisite for admission.

The evaluation method (scoring) of the above criteria falls under the jurisdiction of the Department Assembly and will be detailed later.

The selection process, as decided by the Department Assembly, is conducted by the Graduate Student Selection Committee (EEMF) as mentioned above.

The Committee prepares a complete list of all applicants, rejects those who do not meet the minimum criteria set by the Department, and invites the shortlisted candidates who meet the prerequisites for an interview, where applicable.

After the process, which includes a written examination and evaluation based on the submitted documentation and interview, a final list of successful candidates is compiled.

The Master’s Program is structured into three semesters.

• In the first semester, three courses are offered.
• In the second semester, three courses are offered.

Students are required to complete six (6) courses by the end of their studies. Each course is worth 10 ECTS, with each semester totaling 30 ECTS and both semesters together totaling 60 ECTS.

In the third semester, students undertake a Master’s thesis. After successfully completing all courses in the first two semesters, students proceed to the third semester to work on their thesis. Successful defense of the thesis adds 30 ECTS.

The official language of instruction for the program is Greek, and the language for writing the thesis can be either Greek or English.

The Master’s Program in “Political History” is offered free of charge. No tuition fees or other enrollment fees are required at any stage of the program.

Depending on the available resources of the program, scholarships or excellence awards may be granted to postgraduate students, as determined by the Steering Committee. Scholarships are awarded based on objective academic criteria, such as academic performance, calculated by the average grades from the previous semester. The terms of the scholarships, including the obligations and rights of the recipients, are outlined by the Sterring Committee.

Additionally, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (A.U.Th.) may offer work-study scholarships to postgraduate students, requiring them to support the educational process and provide auxiliary teaching assistance. The Steering Committee of the program sets the maximum amount of the work-study scholarship per student, the maximum number of weekly work hours, and other details related to the granting of these scholarships.