FAQs

The new application round is generally announced every year around May. Therefore,

it’s a good idea to check the MSc program's official website for announcements and

specific updates during that time for the exact dates and application details.

The application’s online portal usually opens in early June each year and remains open

for a full month, with the deadline typically set for the end of June or early July.

Extensions are generally not granted. Please check the MSc program’s website regularly

for announcements and specific updates.

The program is open to Greek and non-Greek graduate students from Universities,

Technological Educational Institutes, and Polytechnics in health-related disciplines

such as Medicine, Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Physics, Pharmacy, Dentistry,

Biotechnology, (Bio)informatics, Nursing, and other Life Sciences fields. Non-Biological

graduate applicants must demonstrate basic knowledge in Molecular Biology.

If your degree is not in a Life Sciences field, you must demonstrate a strong background

in Molecular Biology, either through previous coursework or research experience. You

may be asked to provide evidence of your knowledge during the interview process.

Not for the MSc program. However, accepted non-Greek students should ensure that

they fully comply with the required visa and documentation procedures prior to their

arrival in Greece. They can find further information in the International Student Support

Unit of the National & Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) and the Study in Greece

page before applying (see the relevant links in the menu “Online Application” of the

MSc website).

As an Erasmus+ student, you will need to follow the specific application procedure for

Erasmus+ mobility at the MSc program. First, contact your home university's Erasmus+

office to confirm your eligibility and obtain the necessary documentation. Then, reach

out to the MSc program’s admissions office for detailed instructions on the specific

application process. Please note that our MSc program is competitive, and the number

of available places is limited. Therefore, admission is not guaranteed and will be subject

to a strict evaluation of the application.

-Two reference letters (sent directly by referees to the MSc)

-Portrait photo

-Optional short video (1.5 minutes max) explaining why you chose the program

-A single PDF containing:

o Detailed CV

o Letter of Intent/Personal Statement (1 page)

o Copy of Degree, Certificate of Completion of Studies, or Statement

according to Law 1599/86 (if degree is pending)

o Official Transcript

o Certificate of English proficiency (if available)

No, Master's programs in Greece no longer require official recognition for degrees

earned outside of Greece.

Yes, if your degree is not yet completed, you can submit a Statement According to Law

1599/86 (Υπεύθυνη Δήλωση Ν. 1599/86), which states that your graduation is expected,

along with a detailed list of pending courses. You will need to provide the official Degree

or Certificate of Completion of Studies on the pre-registration day in September if

successfully accepted in the program.

The program evaluates candidates based on:

-Undergraduate grades, particularly in subjects related to the MSc courses

-Performance in your undergraduate dissertation thesis

-Relevant laboratory or research experience

- Background knowledge in Molecular & Cellular Biology

- Proficiency in the English language

- Reference letters

- A personal interview in English

Candidates will be notified by email approximately a week after the application

deadline. If selected for an interview, it typically takes place 2-3 weeks after the

application portal closes.

-In-person interviews are mandatory for candidates from the Greater Athens

Area (Attiki) or neighboring regions.

-Online interviews may be arranged for candidates from remote locations in

Greece or from other countries after specific evaluation of their requests.

Yes, the MSc in Molecular Biomedicine is taught entirely in English.

The program lasts 2 years (4 academic semesters) and consists of:

-1 st semester: Taught Courses

-2 nd semester: Lab Rotations

-3 rd -4 th semesters: MSc Research Internship, Project, and Dissertation Thesis

The tuition fee is €1,000 per academic semester, totaling €4,000 for the entire 2-year

(4-semester) program.

No, the MSc program is full-time (100%), and it is generally not possible to maintain a

daytime job while attending the program due to the intensive nature of the coursework,

the lab internships and other requirements.

Currently, the program does not offer specific financial aid or scholarships. However,

students may explore external funding options or scholarships available through their

home institutions or other organizations. Information on possible sources of funding is

provided in the menu “Financial Aid” of the MSc website.