- Founded in 1837
- 2,100 professors and other teaching and laboratory staff
- 1,020 administrative personnel
- 66,800 students (at graduate and postgraduate level)
- 8,250 international students from 15 different countries (at graduate and postgraduate level)
National and Kapodistrian University of Athens - Faculty of Medicine
About
The NKUA Medical School, founded in 1837, boasts high world rankings. Immerse yourself in a culturally rich and academically rigorous environment in Athens, as you embark on a unique journey of medical education. Join NKUA, where tradition meets cutting-edge excellence for a transformative learning experience.
The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), established in 1837, stands as a renowned public research university in Athens, Greece. With a rich history and global outreach, NKUA hosts 8,250 foreign students, solidifying its status as an international hub of academic excellence. It is not only a center of education, but also carries the legacy of being the institution where influential figures studied, like George Papanicolaou, the inventor of the PAP-test and the two Nobel prizeโwinners in Literature, Odysseas Elytis and George Seferis.
The NKUA Medical School, founded also in 1837, boasts high world rankings. Immerse yourself in a culturally rich and academically rigorous environment in Athens, as you embark on a unique journey of medical education. Join NKUA, where tradition meets cutting-edge excellence for a transformative learning experience.
- 90 medical departments
- 16 university hospitals
- 15 centers of excellence
- 18 centers for rare diseases
- 11 libraries
- 19 museums
- Language teaching centers (Modern Greek, Foreign)
- Computer and multimedia center
- International students support unit
- Accessibility unit for students with disabilities
- Mental health and counseling centers
Demonstrating our commitment to success, our Medicine alumni statistics boast an impressive 100% employment rate for graduates seeking positions abroad.
- 27th globally for quality education (Times Higher Education Impact Ranking 2023)
- 6th globally in gender equality (Times Higher Education Impact Ranking 2023)
- 69th globally in reduced inequalities (Times Higher Education Impact Ranking 2023)
- School of Medicine - top 150 globally in clinical medicine and public health (Shanghai Academic Ranking of World Universities)
- School of Medicine - 46th globallyย for infectious diseases (US News - Best Global University Rankings)
- School of Medicine - 91st globally for cardiac and cardiovascular diseases (US News - Best Global University Rankings)
Culture of excellence
NKUA is the oldest University in Greece, having a strong academic reputation, with a rich history dating back to 1837.
Research
NKUA is known for its research activities & contributions to scientific advancements. The university provides students with opportunities to engage in research projects across various disciplines.
Innovation thrives at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) Medical School, where education meets cutting-edge research. Remarkably, NKUA University Clinics cover 40% of the medical needs for the 5,000,000 residents in the Attica basin. Our alumni, now researchers, professors, and practitioners, attest to the global impact of NKUA's commitment to top-tier medical education and groundbreaking research.
International cooperations
The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens stands as a global hub for academic collaboration with an impressive network of 860 bilateral agreements with 382 foreign universities worldwide. Since 1985, NKUA has facilitated international cooperation through its robust students' mobility programs.
These initiatives not only reflect NKUA's commitment to global education but also provide students with invaluable opportunities for cross-cultural exchange, broadening their perspectives and enriching their educational journey.
Certified with honors by the National Higher Education Authority
Proximity to the city
The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens is a large institution with multiple faculties and buildings scattered in the center of Athens and 3 large university campuses. As for proximity to the city, many of the university's buildings are located in or near Athens, making it accessible to the vibrant urban life and cultural amenities that the city offers. All campuses are easily accessible by public transportation.
The School of Medicine is easily accessible via the metro/underground, line 3 (blue), AMPELOKIPI station, where one can reach the campus either by walking for ten-minutes or taking bus line 230, from the AMPELOKIPI station to the NOSOKOMEIO PAIDON station.
Student associations
NKUA thrives with diverse student associations, including HelMSIC and SSHMS, connecting medical students globally, fostering volunteerism through Hemopetalion, and supporting professional growth with groups like the Society of Junior Doctors.
In the framework of the collaboration of the University with Doctors of the World (Greece) students can participate in projects to get familiarized with the practice of limited resources medicine or learn how to manage medical disaster cases.
Artistic and recreational interests find expression through the Athens Medical Studentsโ Associationโs Theatrical Company, the Medical Studentsโ Film Society, the Medical Studentsโ Hiking & Mountaineering Club or the Medical School of Athensโ football team. Students are encouraged to initiate new clubs for music, art, or otherย interests, providing ample opportunities for participation and contributing to the vibrant campus life at NKUA.
