University of Crete

The University of Crete is a multidisciplinary, research-oriented institution in Crete, Greece, with campuses in Rethymno (official seat) and Heraklion. It is one of the country's most prestigious academic institutions.

There are 16 major undergraduate degree programs that correspond to the University's Departments, as well as over 30 master's degree programs. There are 16.000 registered students and 2.500 registered postgraduates, as well as more than 500 faculty members and around 420 administrative employees, as of 2017.

The University of Crete, despite its youth, has already demonstrated its commitment to the ongoing process of European integration by functioning as an important member of the European Research and Education Areas. Through international programs, it is currently coordinating and participating in European Union programs and activities such as ERASMUS, LINGUA, TEMPUS, and has important links and cooperations with other Mediterranean and Eastern European countries, as well as many American universities and colleges.

University of Crete was rated 62nd on The Times Higher Education's (THE) 2018 list of top universities for students aged 50 and under.

Established: 1973
Location:Rethymno, Crete, Greece
Website: http://www.uoc.gr