When will the English course programme be available?
The final English course programme is published on School’s website (Erasmus section) in mid–late September (fall semester) and mid-late January (spring semester). https://jour.auth.gr/en/erasmus-plus-international/erasmus-students/
Can I change my Learning Agreement before arriving?
You may, but we strongly recommend making final changes after arrival, once course availability is confirmed.
⚠️ Important (and please remember this):
Changes are allowed until early November (fall semester) and early March (spring semester).
Until when can I change my Learning Agreement?
⚠️ Important (and please remember this):
Changes are allowed until early November (fall semester) and early March (spring semester).
How many ECTS credits can I take?
30 ECTS per semester for undergraduate Erasmus students (each course corresponds to 6 ECTS credits).
📌 ECTS tip:
You can reach the full 30 ECTS workload by combining courses from our School and, if needed, from other departments of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki — with approval from your home university and the relevant Erasmus coordinators.
📌 For detailed and up-to-date information about our Courses, including full syllabi, Erasmus students are kindly requested to consult the 📖 AUTh Course Catalogue.
Are all Erasmus courses taught in English?
Yes, the Erasmus programme courses of our School listed are fully taught in English.
https://jour.auth.gr/en/erasmus-plus-international/erasmus-students/
Who do I contact for accommodation?
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki does not provide accommodation to Erasmus or exchange students. However, incoming students may consult the official accommodation info provided by the AUTh Erasmus Office:
🔗 https://eurep.auth.gr/en/accommodation & 📩 erasmus-incoming@auth.gr
📌 Please keep in mind:
- The accommodation info work independently from the AUTh Erasmus Office (📍Geo Pin).
- Any communication with landlords and rental arrangements are the sole responsibility of the student.
🤝 Extra Help from Students (Highly Recommended!)
Students may also seek support from the Erasmus Student Network Thessaloniki (ESN):
📩 auth@esnthessaloniki.gr
🔗 https://esnthessaloniki.gr/
👥Facebook accommodation group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/AccommodationInThessalonikiByESN
📘Facebook pages: ESN AUTH Thessaloniki
Should I email instructors before arrival?
No. Course details and availability (academic matters) are confirmed after arrival.
Is attendance mandatory?
Attendance policies depend on individual courses and are explained by instructors at the beginning of the semester.
When do exams take place?
Examinations if conducted for a course, take place during the official exam period following each semester.
- Fall Semester
- Classes: 1 October – mid-January
- Spring Semester
- Classes: early February – late May
Each semester is followed by an examination period of approximately 20 days.
🔗 Click here for more info regarding the academic calendar and practical information.
Where do I go when I arrive in Thessaloniki, Greece?
First, you visit the AUTH Erasmus Office at the main campus (📍Geo Pin), for registering at the University as an Incoming Erasmus Student.
Head of the Office:
Ms Ioanna Georgiadou
📞 Tel.: +30 2310 995293
📩 Email: eurep-dept@auth.gr
Phone Centre: +30 2310 996727
📩 Incoming Erasmus Students: erasmus-incoming@auth.gr
🏢 Department of European Educational Programmes
Central Administration Building, 1st Floor
AUTh University Campus (📍Geo Pin).
After registering with the AUTH Erasmus Office at the main campus (📍Geo Pin), you must visit the SJMC premises (📍Geo Pin) and the School’s Secretariat to complete your registration and enroll in your selected courses.
Head of the Secretariat:
Ms Georgia Kadinopoulou
📩 Email: info@jour.auth.gr
Phone Centre: +30 2310 992062
🏢 School of Journalism and Mass Communications (SJMC) Building,
Vasileos Irakleiou 12, 54625 Thessaloniki, Greece (📍Geo Pin).
I still have a question. Who should I email?
Please consult the “Who to Contact & When” table above before sending an email.
🔽 Who Should I Contact and When? 📩
🏢 Erasmus Nomination / Acceptance Letter / Accommodation / Erasmus procedures / Arrival procedures (administrative matters)
→ Erasmus Office AUTh (Department of European and Educational Programmes) (📍Geo Pin)
📩 erasmus-incoming@auth.gr & 🔗 https://eurep.auth.gr/en?lang=en
🎓 Courses / ECTS / Learning Agreement (only academic matters)
→ School’s Erasmus & ECTS Coordinators Team
📩 erasmus@jour.auth.gr
Dr Paraskevi Dekoulou (Ms), Associate Professor
Dr Panagiotis Paschalidis (Mr), Associate Professor
Dr Clio Kenterelidou (Ms), Tenured Senior Teaching Instructor
Dr Despoina Kazana (Ms), Tenured Senior Teaching Instructor
📝 Registration in the School / Courses Enrolment / SIS and E-Learning Platform Access
→ School’s Secretariat (📍Geo Pin)
📩 info@jour.auth.gr
⚠️ Important (and please remember this):
- After registering with the AUTH Erasmus Office, you must visit the SJMC School’s Secretariat to complete your registration and enroll in your selected courses.
⏰ Timetable & Programme Updates 📅
🌐 School’s Website: 🔗 https://jour.auth.gr/en/homepage-eng/
📌 Please contact the right office to get a faster reply. The School of Journalism and Mass Communications does not handle accommodation or acceptance letters.
We very much look forward to welcoming you to Thessaloniki, Greece and to our School!💙
The Erasmus / ECTS Coordination Team
Dr Paraskevi Dekoulou
Dr Panagiotis Paschalidis
Dr Clio Kenterelidou
Dr Despoina Kazana