Summer School of Greek Language, History and Culture
The Summer School of Greek Language, History and Culture of the Ionian University is aimed at people from the Greek diaspora, as well as people with a special interest in Greek language, history and culture, who wish to gain an introduction to, or deepen their knowledge of, Greek language, history and culture.
This year, the Summer School will be taking place from 12 (day of arrival) to 26 (day of departure) July 2020.
The lectures are held at the Ionian University in Corfu in the mornings, from Monday to Friday (from 9.30 am to 2.30 pm, with breaks in between). There will be 50 teaching hours in total. Teachers will be academics from the Ionian University and special associates coming mainly from the academic field. The weekly program of the Summer School will include Greek language, history and culture lectures, guided tours of the island's cultural sights, as well as excursions.
The program includes:
- Lectures focusing on ancient, medieval, modern and contemporary Greek history, Modern Greek literature, Ancient Greek, analysis of speech in Modern Greek, production and understanding of written and spoken language, as well as ancient Greek, Byzantine and modern art and music.
- Visits and tours with a professional tour guide in the old town of Corfu (designated UNESCO World Heritage Site). Among other things, visits will be made at the Archaeological Museum, the Old Fortress, the Museum of Music and the Old Philharmonic Society, and other important sights.
- One all-day guided excursion to Ioannina (castle, museums, etc.), and the archaeological site of Dodoni.
CLARIFICATIONS:
1. Students will be ranked in three levels (beginners’, intermediate and advanced) following a Language Classification Test on the first day before the beginning of the courses for participants’ classification into groups. Number of persons in each level: max. 10 and min. 2.
2. Upon completion of the course, students will receive a certificate that will evaluate their performance. Students who are absent for more than 1/3 of the courses will not receive a certificate.
3. In the library of the University (located in the same building as that in which the lectures will be held), students will find a rich collection of dictionaries and aids, as well as books that have as their content the history, language and culture of Greece.
4. Cost of the Summer School:
Option A: EUR 600. This amount includes the Summer School’s attendance fees and the trip from and to Ioannina, as well as the guided tours carried out during the programme.
Option B: EUR 850. This amount includes the Summer School’s attendance fees, the trip from and to Ioannina, the guided tours carried out during the programme, and accommodation at the University’s hall of residence.
* Note: the rooms at the University’s Hall of Residence are not air-conditioned.
5. In order to reserve a place to the Summer School, you’ll have to proceed to an advance payment of the 50% of the total amount to be paid for your attendance.
The amount of the advance payment is set as follows:
i. Option A: EUR 300
ii. Option B: EUR 425
The participation to the programme is guaranteed on a ‘first come, first served’ basis, meaning that, even if you have completed your registration through the form, your registration will only be valid, once you’ve deposited the advance payment to the Summer School’s bank account, which is provided by email to those who have filled out the registration form.
6. Date of final registration and advance payment deposit: 15 May 2020
7. Payment deadline of the total amount: 12 June 2020
Note: all transaction costs are covered by the beneficiary/participant to the Summer School.
8. Lower prices have been procured for the students of the Summer School for their meals at specific restaurants (at your own expense).
9. Accommodation:
For the students' stay, who choose Option B (EUR 800), rooms in the Hall of Residence of the University are available, double or triple (same-sex).
Note: the rooms at the University’s Hall of Residence are not air-conditioned.
For the students’ stay who choose Option A (EUR 600), in Corfu there are many tourist accommodation establishments. Due to the island’s high tourist season throughout the duration of the Summer School, it is advisable to book your accommodation as soon as possible. The Organising Committee is at your disposal, in case you need help by communicating via email at el-summerschool@ionio.gr.
10. Sundays, as well as most afternoons, the students will be free to explore the town or plan an excursion to nearby beaches, villages, etc. For this reason, lower prices have been procured for those interested to get around the island by the city and/or green bus, as well as for those interested to go on a cruise to Paxos-Antipaxos.
11. The Ionian University does not provide travel insurance (with health insurance), which students MUST obtain from their place of origin.
12. The duration of the Summer School is 2 weeks [12 (day of arrival) to 26 (day of departure) July].
Cancellation policy
13. For cancellations until 11 June 2020, 50% of the total amount deposited will be returned to the beneficiary, depending on the option (A or B) you chose during your registration.
14. For cancellations after 11 June 2020, there will be no refunds.
For more information you may contact us directly at el-summerschool@ionio.gr.
Important dates:
Registration deadline: 15 May 2020
Payment deadline of the total amount: 12 June 2020
* Note: all transaction costs are covered by the beneficiary/participant to the Summer School.
