Admissions:

While admission to the IHU is competitive, our admissions policy vigorously supports equality of opportunity. We are focused on building a student community which includes men and women from dierent backgrounds, abilities, economic circumstances, perspectives, races, religions and national origins.

Where to nd us: 14th km Thessaloniki-Moudania On the National Highway from Thessaloniki to Moudania (Halkidiki), take the Thermi exit, crossing straight over the junction at the trac light. Follow the road for approximately 100m. IHU will be on your le .

When to apply:

IHU operates on a rolling admissions basis. This means that candidates apply for, and are admitted to our programmes all year round. We suggest, however, that you apply as early as possible to ensure a quick response and place availability. We aim to provide decisions within two weeks of receiving your complete application. Please ensure that you complete the application form fully and submit all your supporting documents for us to make an informed decision.

To consider your application* for the IHU Masters you need: a good university degree (certied copy and transcript) a good IELTS or TOEFL score or a Certicate of Prociency for graduates from non-Englishspeaking universities two academic references (both referees should have direct knowledge of your suitability for the specic Master programme) A personal interview may be required. *Applications can be downloaded from our website: www.hum.ihu.edu.gr

Entry Requirements:

Our Contact details: 14th km Thessaloniki- Moudania Rd. 57001 Thermi, Thessaloniki, Greece Tel.: +302310 807.525, 521 Fax: +302310 474.520 School of Humanities: E-mail : infosoh@ihu.edu.gr Website: www.hum.ihu.edu.gr

Cultural Studies

Master of Arts in Black Sea

Scholarships:

Scholarships are available for exceptional candidates where nancial need can be demonstrated.

Our Facilities:

IHU is situated in Thermi, a pleasant suburb of Thessaloniki. Specically developed to facilitate modern learning, the university building is equipped with state of the art information technology, like online databases and a sophisticated E-Learning platform, as well as an excellent learning resource centre providing a comprehensive, up-to-date selection of books and journals and an attractive area for study. The campus is located conveniently close to Thessalonikis Makedonia Airport. Access to the city centre is easy.

Thessaloniki

Thessaloniki is a lively, modern city, bustling with life and movement, with a mild climate and its own distinctive intellectual and artistic personality. Named a er the sister of Alexander the Great, Thessaloniki was founded in 315 BC and since then it enjoys an uninterrupted history. It has been the historic meeting point of dierent cultures, creating a truly cosmopolitan Greek city in SE Europe. With a population of more than one million people and a busy commercial port, Thessaloniki plays today an important economic and cultural role within the Balkan, European and wider international community.

Our identity
The International Hellenic University (IHU) is Greeces rst state university where programmes are taught exclusively in English. With backing from the Greek State and the regional business community, the IHU aims to become one of Europes key research institutions attracting leading academics and outstanding students from South East Europe (SEE) and across the world.

MA in Black Sea Cultural Studies

The programme will focus on two principal areas: Archaeology and History Politics and Economy Our students (depending on the stream they choose) will be able to work in: Educational and research institutes and academies all over the world dealing with the Black Sea region Archaeological services of the Black Sea countries and Greece or foreign archaeological missions in those countries Museums, galleries and other places of collection, study and exhibition of works of art, especially from this region The Diplomatic Corps or other state services Businesses which operate or have interests in the Black Sea region

Core Courses
These Courses are required for both streams of specialisation Historical-cultural geography cartography of the Black Sea region (ancient and medieval period) Monumental topography of the Black Sea region Medieval and modern history of the Black Sea region Contemporary political and diplomatic history of the Black Sea countries (20th cent.)

The Required & Elective Courses

The Required courses for each stream must be followed as below. There are three required stream modules. The Electives modules represent a variety of subject areas. You may choose two elective courses from those displayed for each stream.

Our strategy
Provide research and education that meets the needs of the international community. Enhance understanding of the cultural-historical, socio-political, economic and technological issues facing the region through teaching and research of the highest academic standard. Create an internationally diverse student and faculty community inspiring greater intercultural understanding.

Archaeology History Stream

Required Courses for stream: Ancient and medieval history of the Black Sea region Ancient and Byzantine art in the Black Sea Mediterranean archaeology Electives: Ancient religions and mythology Modern art and architecture in the Black Sea Ethnography of the Black Sea countries

The School of Humanities

The School of Humanities is launching the MA in Black Sea Cultural Studies, which is based on an interdisciplinary approach to the study of the history and culture of the Black Sea region, an area of increasing geopolitical and economic importance. The Black Sea region was and continues to be one of the great international cultural gateways, something very important for Europe as well as for Asia and the East. During the last decades, Research Institutions and University Departments all over the world promote research programmes concentrated on this specic area, which has rich scientic material to oer. The Masters Programme MA in Black Sea Cultural Studies provides the student with an outstanding opportunity to specialise in a research domain of great signicance in our times. The ambitious aim of our distinguished scientists is to oer compact, hands-on and thorough knowledge. Excellence in the oered programme is ensured by the proper synthesis of: Modern Curricula Best educators Innovative & interdisciplinary academic approach Respective qualications of the students Links, cooperation and research projects with Academies and Research Institutes in the greater European region and especially in the Black Sea region.

Programme Structure: The programmes duration is three semesters, from which the rst two are covered by the courses and the third is dedicated to the Master dissertation. The courses are four core, three stream core and two stream elective (total nine courses). ** Some of the elective courses may not be oered in a particular year, depending entirely on student demand.

Politics Economy Stream

Required Courses for stream: Native countries and globalisation Black Sea countries and the European Union Examination of the modern economy in the Black Sea region Electives: Immigration and minorities in SE Europe Black Sea region and Asia Civilisations in their neighbourhood. Relations and interactions The Timetable: The course is a 12 month full-time programme of study.

Masters dissertation
As a part of the MA programme, you will work on a 3-month project relating to your academic interests and career aspirations.