Program Overview

Introduction to the Joint Undergraduate Medical Program

The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) and the University of Exeter in the United Kingdom have signed a preliminary agreement to establish the first joint undergraduate medical program in Greece. This program aims to provide a high-quality, internationally recognized medical education, enabling graduates to practice medicine in both the European Union and the United Kingdom.

Program Details

• Language of Instruction: The program will be taught in English, with contributions from academic staff from both medical schools.
• Location: The program will be based in Athens, Greece.
• Duration: The program is expected to start in September 2028 and will be a six-year undergraduate program.
• Degree Awarded: Upon completion, graduates will receive a dual degree in medicine from both the NKUA and the University of Exeter.
• Accreditation: The program will be accredited by both the Greek and UK authorities, allowing graduates to pursue specialty training in either country.

Strategic Cooperation

• A Strategic Cooperation Committee will be established to oversee the development of the program, ensuring its quality and alignment with the standards of both countries.
• The final cooperation agreement will be signed after receiving the necessary approvals from the relevant academic and regulatory authorities in the UK and Greece.

Quotes from Key Figures

Professor Gerasimos Siasos, Rector of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens

"The signing of this preliminary agreement marks an extremely important moment for the University of Athens and its Medical School. By establishing the first international joint undergraduate medical program in Athens, we confirm our strategic goal for internationalization and strengthen the academic presence of the University of Athens, particularly its Medical School, in the international educational environment."

Professor Richard Holland, Deputy Rector and Dean of the Medical School at the University of Exeter

"This is a significant day for both the University of Exeter and the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, as we join forces to sign a preliminary agreement aimed at developing a unique joint undergraduate medical program. The students who will be admitted to this program will follow a curriculum that combines the best elements of modern medical education with the use of virtual reality and the excellence of Greek medical education, in a degree that will allow graduates to work in the UK and the European Union."

Professor Nikolaos Arkadopoulos, President of the Medical School at NKUA

"The collaboration between the Medical School of NKUA and the Medical School of the University of Exeter opens the way for the creation of a unique, high-level undergraduate medical program that will combine the best European and British educational standards. This is a big step forward for medical education not only in our country but also internationally."

Professor Marios Politis, Member of the Program Committee on behalf of the University of Exeter

"The collaboration between the University of Exeter and NKUA for the establishment of the first joint undergraduate medical program is a historic milestone for the internationalization of medical education in Europe. The program incorporates the academic standards of both institutions and offers students a high-level educational environment with international recognition and prospects. This is a historic moment for Europe and for the universities that consistently serve academic excellence and international cooperation."

Conclusion

The joint undergraduate medical program between the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and the University of Exeter represents a pioneering effort in international medical education, offering students a unique opportunity to gain a dual degree recognized in both the EU and the UK. This collaboration enhances the international academic presence of both universities and provides a platform for future cooperation in research and educational innovation.