Political Economy of Greece

  Greece

• Athens: 
Athinai (Athens)

Term: Summer 
Dates: May 22 - June 13, 2010

Description: Spend your summer in Greece with Prof. Theodore Kariotis in 2010. Study the economy of Greece in the 21st century and investigate the countrys role in the European Union. Students will become familiar with problems that arise in the running of an economy examining current and future domestic challenges through case studies based on the Greek experience. Housing is in modest, clean hotels, with students sharing rooms with one or more classmates.

The course is open to all interested parties but must be taken for credit. Attendance at all lectures and site visits is mandatory. Students will receive a reading list and suggestions about useful and informative websites to review before departure. Assessment will be based on an oral presentation, a travel journal, and a final examination.

Highlights: The program is based in Athens  the cultural, industrial and political center of Greece. Ancient Athens is considered by many to be the fountainhead of Western civilization. The program includes excursions to major archaeological sites in Olympia, Delphi, Mycenae, Meteora, and Patra. Highlights include visits to the Acropolis, the Palace of Mycenae, Epidaurus and a day-trip island boat cruise.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education: High School

Cost in US$: USD 4,890

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to American Participants.

Participants Travel to Greece in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Essay
• Transcript
• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network