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Education in Excellence with a British qualification
A message from the President of North College
North College, one of the oldest independent colleges in Greece, operates under Greek Law as a not-forprofit Liberal Arts College. You can study in English at North College for British Higher National Diplomas, Bachelor Degrees and Postgraduate and Post-experience qualifications that are validated by Edexcel and by British universities. Through these arrangements you can achieve a British qualification at a fraction of the cost of study in the UK.
Located in Thessaloniki, one of Europe’s most historic and exciting cities, North College is dedicated to teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses that match the high quality and standards for which British education is famous world-wide.
Enrolling at North College means entering a world of education, creativity and culture. It is a place where leaders are born. During our long history we have witnessed and shared the concerns of students who seek excellence in education and we have aided thousands of young people in achieving their goals. Our students come from Greece and other parts of Europe – one of the world’s largest economies, and we also welcome students from other parts of the world who bring to our campus a great variety of cultural backgrounds to share with other students. What all of our students have in common is their commitment to learning and achievement.
A great strength of North College is that it is one of the main education institutions in Greece to develop well-skilled and qualified professionals that meet the requirements of potential employers. In total, 90-95% of our graduates achieve a position in their chosen field within a few months of graduation. Our graduates have succeeded in achieving substantial careers and I am proud that North College fostered their ambitions, cultivated their talents, and helped them maximise their potential. Our graduates are multilingual, employable, and able to progress in international employment markets.
Our success is not a matter of luck. It is the result of outstanding work, supportive staff, expert tuition, long experience, a professional attitude, and the desire for a high quality output. So, although our graduates' continuous success makes us proud, it does not surprise us. You see, for the past 30 years every single North College student has been prepared for leadership - this is the spirit of our motto Meis Viribus Confido – "I trust my Abilities".
In addition to gaining a first-class education, North College students are part of a harmonious social and cultural community of staff, students, graduates and family. All share a sense of belonging to this unique academic community and create a productive and positive academic and social environment. I hope that after reading the information, you will want to be a part of the North College student community.
I warmly welcome you and I wish you every success.
President & Principal of North College.
International Students at North College
North College celebrates the internationalisation of its education by hosting a number of brilliant international students. International students at North College enjoy the same level of academic services the rest of the students do, as well as services provide especially for them, without any discrimination in terms of religion, nationality, gender, colour and race. Our Student Services officers help and guide international students through the procedures required by the State to obtain the necessary Student Visa from the local Greek Embassy or Consulate and in obtaining a resident’s permit. Furthermore, North College provides a special package for international students so that they feel secure and satisfied during the whole duration of their study at College.
These services include:
• A welcome on arrival
• Selected and conveniently situated student apartments near the College
• Access to student eating facilities in the College
• Free transportation to and from the College with specially hired coaches
• Free medical care
• Guidance from an advisor in academic and personal matters exclusively for the international students
• Availability of Financial Support
• Students with Special Needs
• A Safe, Friendly Environment
• Free Greek language courses and language support
North College has internationalised its education in Europe and in the United States in a number of ways.
North's activities in joint projects include:
- Offering courses validated by British universities
- Participating in European Union educational and research initiatives
- Undertaking joint quality monitoring, research and development
- Contributing to development programs with Central and Eastern Europe
- Developing and applying the UK and European Credit Transfer System between Universities
- Promoting staff and student exchanges
- Offering flexible forms of study
Why you should choose North College
Here is a reminder of some of the unique advantages of North College.
- Be part of a thriving academic and social community
- Study in English and get a real understanding of Europe
- Gain a British degree at a fraction of the UK cost
- Enjoy an excellent environment – glorious weather, sun, sea, and lots of social activity in a holiday atmosphere and relaxed lifestyle
- North College students know how to have a good time
- Benefit from Greek culture and its history in philosophy and education
- North College rewards Excellence – honours and prizes awarded for individual excellence
- North College students are encouraged to cultivate their talents
- North College graduates support each other
- Gain an internationally recognised qualification at North College
- Gain the skills and education to help you achieve a valuable career and contribute to the further development of your country
- High Quality is assured through our internal and external monitoring systems
- Excellent links with industry
- North College students have their own voice
- Excellent value with low tuition fees and living costs
- The Opportunity for Research – each student is supported in the learning process
- Financial Support (Scholarships) which reward excellence
Location:
The City of Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki is a great place to be a student. The whole city is full of life, with wide tree lined avenues, parks, and squares; commercial streets and flashy shop window displays; historic buildings and old traditional houses lie beside blocks of modern flats. The student community of the city is one of the most active and numerous in Greece. The city is the site of several universities, colleges, research centres and libraries that serve the needs of students for research and learning. It is also a major port, the trade route to the Balkans, as well as being a leading European trading centre. The city is also home to one of the ancient world’s best known philosophers, Aristotle – who taught Alexander the Great, therefore it is obvious that you’ll get a good education in this city. And you’ll also have a fantastic social and leisure time in a city where the young people ‘hang-out’ till the early hours of the morning, talking, debating and enjoying themselves in some of the hundreds of coffee bars, clubs, bars, tavernas specialising in seafood, ouzeries (serving a traditional drink) and restaurants with chairs and tables on the pavements and in the squares that you can easily find throughout the city and especially along a 15 kilometre length of the harbour road. Greece is where the Olympic Games were started (they’re back here in 2007), so there are also lots of opportunities for those who enjoy sport. The city is close to some of Europe’s best swimming beaches and holiday resorts along with concert halls, cinemas – even an outside cinema that takes advantage of the warm evenings and glorious weather. There’s no shortage of leisure activities, many of which will cost nothing to enjoy!
The 2007 Olympic Games emblem portrays an olive wreath, or kotinos, a branch from an olive tree intertwined in a circle. The emblem is a reference to the ancient Olympic Games, where the kotinos was the official award of Olympic champions. In addition, the olive was the sacred tree of Athens. The colours of the emblem symbolise the shades of white and blue found in the Greek countryside.
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The Campus
North College programmes of study operate in one campus, the Metropolitan Campus, on the outskirts of Thessaloniki, quite close to the airport. The Metropolitan Campus is an area of 10,000m2 and is located in the suburbs of Thessaloniki. The main building of 6.000m2 consists of 12 classrooms (which can operate in four different time zones per day), offices and meeting rooms. The library and laboratories occupy two extensive areas with a 3 to 1 student study space ratio. In the nearby buildings, are a Sports Centre, and a Student Refectory (Cafeteria), offering a variety of food and drink and adequate space for relaxation and socialising throughout the academic year.
Career Relevant Subjects and Qualification
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