Program Overview

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Doctoral Studies

The Doctoral Studies program at the Department of History and Archaeology of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki aims to promote knowledge and original scientific research, leading to the acquisition of a Doctoral Diploma.

Doctoral Diploma

The Doctoral Diploma is an academic title that certifies the completion of original scientific research and a substantial contribution to the advancement of science and knowledge in the respective field.

Duration of Studies

The duration of studies for the Doctoral Diploma is at least three (3) full calendar years from the date of appointment of the Three-Member Advisory Committee.

Maximum Time Limit

The maximum time limit for completing the doctoral dissertation is five (5) full calendar years from the date of appointment of the Three-Member Advisory Committee. This period may be extended for an additional year, following a request by the candidate and a justified decision by the Departmental Assembly.

Tuition Fees

The Doctoral Studies program is offered free of charge.

Announcement of Positions

The Department may announce positions for doctoral candidates in January and May of each year, following a proposal by the Departments and a decision by the Departmental Assembly. The positions are posted electronically on the Department's website.

Doctoral Diploma Certificate

The doctoral candidate is awarded a Doctoral Diploma Certificate. The Doctoral Diploma (parchment) is signed by the Rector, the President, and the Head of the Department's Secretariat, and bears the seal of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki.

Renewal of Registrations

Renewal of registrations for doctoral candidates - November 2025

Attached Files

• Invitation for Expression of Interest for Doctoral Candidates
• Government Gazette 1430 B 26.4.18 Approval of Doctoral Studies Regulation
• Government Gazette 4980 B 27.10.2021 Amendment of Doctoral Studies Regulation
• Issuance of Doctoral Certificates
• Doctoral Application

Completed Doctoral Dissertations

Completed doctoral dissertations of the Department

Research Areas

The Department of History and Archaeology conducts research in various fields, including:

• History
• Archaeology
• Art History
• Social Anthropology

Libraries

The Department has several libraries, including:

• Classical Philology and Ancient History Library
• Byzantine and Medieval History Library
• Modern and Contemporary History Library
• Folklore and Social Anthropology Library
• Archaeology and Art History Library

Museums and Collections

The Department has several museums and collections, including:

• Museum of Casts
• Folklore Museum and Archive
• Archaeobotanical Collection
• Archaeozoological Collection
• Historical Archive
• Digital Archive of Greek Culture

Publications

The Department publishes various works, including:

• Honorary volumes
• Conference proceedings
• Research programs