Study Abroad | Athens
Summer 2024: Academics

Course Code: Accounting and Finance/AF 3116

Instruction Language: English

Theoretical underpinnings of the role of accounting information in cost accumulation, profitability analysis, planning and decision making in business organizations.

Course Code: Anthropology/AN 1000

Instruction Language: English

Similarities and differences in human experience. The interplay of culture, social relations, biology and environment. How fundamental patterns have developed in regard to diet, sex, reproduction and the life cycle, clothing and the presentation of the body, power and conflict, economic production and exchange, religion and ritual.

Course Code: Anthropology/AN 1003

Instruction Language: English

Introduction to culture and cultural anthropology. Economic Systems, Kinship, Belief systems, Political systems, stratification. Comparative and holistic study of contemporary societies and issues.

Course Code: DR 4241

Instruction Language: English

Further development of the actor’s craft in approaching a character and rehearsing effectively

Course Code: AR 3104

Instruction Language: English

Exploration of traditional and contemporary concepts of drawing and visual structures. Rhythm and dynamics, perspective, large scale and mixed media, as well as computer-generated images, are methods of working. This course includes the use of nude models.

Course Code: DR 2033

Instruction Language: English

The course explores the framework and the conditions within which Greek theatre evolved and continues to evolve in an ever-changing world by examining and comparing the Athens Theatre Festivals of the Classical and contemporary societies.

Course Code: DR 2003

Instruction Language: English

The main elements of theater and how they come together to create a performance. Key practitioners and their work. Theater as a reflection of diverse socio-historical contexts. Key terms use to discuss theatrical productions.

Course Code: DR 3243

Instruction Language: English

Portfolio design with an integrated approach to print, digital, and video. An organized collection of relevant documents and artifacts that showcases talents, most relevant skills, and charts the student’s growth.

Course Code: DR 4819

Instruction Language: English

Advanced performance making. Applying methodologies in the various professional strands to complete a theatre production.

Course Code: DR 2015

Instruction Language: English

The voice as a principal means of communication in performance as well as in everyday life. A skill – based, integrated approach to speech training. A deeper and individualized understanding of the body’s function in voice production.

Course Code: BI 1002

Instruction Language: English

Principles and applications of molecular biology, with emphasis on recombinant DNA technology, gene isolation and cloning, gene transfer into mammalian cells, transgenic animals, regulation of gene expression, molecular diagnostics, molecular biology of cancer and gene therapy.

Course Code: BI 1016

Instruction Language: English

An issues-based course designed for non-science majors that takes a fresh approach to the field of biology. Emphasis is put on human genetics, inheritance and human development, molecular biology, evolution, and ecology.

Course Code: BU 2003

Instruction Language: English

Introduction to basic concepts and principles of company law, intellectual property law, contract law, tort law and employment law, and overview of selected emerging legal issues.

Course Code: BU 2010

Instruction Language: English

Principles and theories for managing business systems and processes. Overview of business functions in the context of a global competitive environment. Ethical issues, corporate social responsibility and sustainability.

Course Code: CN 2005

Instruction Language: English

Introduction to the principles of shooting and editing moving images. Hands-on-course that equips students with video-making and visual storytelling skills.

Course Code: CN 3409

Instruction Language: English

Critically reading advertisements in context. Creatively writing advertising copy for the traditional and new media. Understanding the importance of creative copy in advertising. Approaching the managerial aspects of creative advertising. The elements of creativity from an advertising copywriter’s point of view.

Course Code: CN 4667

Instruction Language: English

The stages of different types of crisis, from prevention and preparation to response and recovery; the role of PR in managing crisis; crisis management, risk assessment, interaction with the media, crisis communications planning, reputation, identity, image, social responsibility and business continuity.

Course Code: CN 3160

Instruction Language: English

Development of production storytelling techniques. Treatment of ideas. Storytelling in the digital age.

Course Code: CN 2001

Instruction Language: English

Overview of the mass media industry. History of the mass media and their impact on society and the individual. Development of communication technology. Role of mass media in shaping public opinion.

Course Code: Communications/CN 3412

Instruction Language: English

Philosophical and practical approaches to understanding ethical dilemmas in the media. Analysis of competing professional, private, employment and social frameworks. Comparison of ethical standards and practices in different areas in the field of communications.

Course Code: HC 2300

Instruction Language: English

Communication in professional and organizational settings, online and offline; oral and written etiquette; structure, content, and formatting; informative and persuasive documents and presentations; verbal and non-verbal communication.

Course Code: CS 2179

Instruction Language: English

The purpose of this course is to provide knowledge on the integration of information systems and technology into enterprise business activities. The course explains how individuals, workgroups, and organizations make use of information and communications technologies as a foundation for competitive advantage and business success.

Course Code: CS 3153

Instruction Language: English

Problem solving, analysis, and processing of business data implemented with a high-level general-purpose object-oriented programming language.

Course Code: CS 2133

Instruction Language: English

An MIS, IT or Business students elective, this course is intended for new Web developers who want to create HTML documents for an intranet or the Internet. It teaches how to create Web sites that take advantage of the features in various web browser packages. Tools used include Adobe Dreamweaver web authoring environment, varius browsers and the use of applets. The course also offers the basics for designing corporate sites , marketing and Web applications.

Course Code: CS 1070

Instruction Language: English

This course provides fundamental knowledge in information systems. Students are introduced to topics dealing with hardware, software, networking, interactive media, telecommunication, personal technologies, and emerging devices and technologies. At the same time, the social and ethical impact of the use of technology and systems is emphasized. This course also prepares students for different careers, equipping them with digital and information literacy skills.

Course Code: DA 2019

Instruction Language: English

The course examines significant choreographers and works from the western repertory, which draw inspiration from the ancient Greek culture. This course examines the influence of the Apollonian/Dionysian elements in dance and choreographic practices of the 20th century. Students will be introduced to both modern and contemporary approaches to mythology, through an analysis of selected pieces of the repertory. Through readings and video presentations that reflect the above, students will be introduced to basic choreographic practices. This course may be of particular interest to students that are interested in classical studies, dance history, dance and theatre.

Course Code: EC/FN 4044

Instruction Language: English

Introduction to the art and science of trading. Trading room structure and market participants. Trading behavior and risk management. Intermarket competition, regulation and information technology innovation in trading. Computer trading simulations.

Course Code: EC 1003

Instruction Language: English

Economic principles and basic business operations in a market economy. Key economic concepts that help one make informed decisions as a citizen

Course Code: Economics/EC 1101

Instruction Language: English

This introductory course is designed to introduce the student to the classic macroeconomic issues such as economic growth, inflation, unemployment, interest rates, government budget deficits, exchange rates and balance of payments problems. The course will provide tools of analysis that can be used to address these major macroeconomic issues and to study the impact on the economy of different policies, such as monetary and fiscal policies.

Course Code: Economics/EC 1000 (

Instruction Language: English

Introduction to economics and the economy. The market system and the market model. Consumer theory, costs, production and the theory of the firm. Pricing and output determination in various market structures.

Course Code: EN 2271

Instruction Language: English

Techniques and concepts relevant to the production of creative work. Development of aesthetic and technical skills related to the chosen genre(s). Development of portfolio of newly produced and edited creative work.

Course Code: Writing Program/WP 1010

Instruction Language: English

Introduction to reading, writing, and thinking skills central to academic discourse. Emphasis is placed on summarizing and critically responding to non-fiction texts.

Course Code: EN 3362

Instruction Language: English

Critical exploration of a topic related to the field of Applied/Theoretical Linguistics. Issues explored may relate to contemporary debates and trends related to language learning, language acquisition, pedagogy, historical linguistics, intercultural pragmatics, translation, or systems of language.

Course Code: EN 2102

Instruction Language: English

This module focuses on the distribution, production and perception of sounds and soundpatterns of English and other languages, the identification and description of sounds and their variants and the examination of larger units of speech of English– the syllable, rhythm, accent, stress and intonation patterns

Course Code: Environmental Studies/ES 1005

Instruction Language: English

Contemporary Environmental Issues is a science course that is designed for students with little or no background in natural sciences and aims at giving them an understanding of the relationship between humans and the environment and of major environmental challenges today. Students receive an overview of the global environmental picture, understand the complex nature of environmental problems, and learn what they can do to contribute to a more sustainable future. The course examines different environmental topics using a case study approach. It helps create well informed citizens in today’s rapidly changing world.

Course Code: Environmental Studies/ES 1000

Instruction Language: English

Principles of environmental science with emphasis on sustainability, ecosystem structure and function, biodiversity, the human impact on ecosystems, soil and food production, water resources, conservation and protection of natural resources.

Course Code: Management/MN 4128

Instruction Language: English

Suitable for both business and non business majors, this module examines important concepts of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and how these may be applied practically to the 21st century workplace. Students will cover the evolution of CSR and develop an understanding of how ethical standards link to sustainability and best practice in business. The module covers the history, origins and meaning of CSR; the forces driving it to prominence; frameworks for ethical decision-making in a business context; the business and moral cases for CSR. It also examines CSR in the context of global issues such as climate change, corruption, taxation, globalization, stakeholder engagement, environmental crises, labor issues, global supply chain management, water, poverty, human rights, the circular economy, NGO-partnering, disaster-management, biodiversity and cultural differences. Students become familiar with the main international standards in CSR with a particular focus on UNGC, GRI and ISO260000, and are exposed to the best and worst practice in reporting and compliance.

Course Code: FN 3105

Instruction Language: English

The role of financial management within companies; the nature of financial decisions companies make; implementation of investment appraisal techniques; the importance of capital structure and its implications for the company.

Course Code: FN 2127

Instruction Language: English

The course is intended to help students understand the role financial markets and institutions play in the business environment they will face in the future. It also provides them with the opportunity to develop a series of applications of principles from finance and economics that explore the connection between financial markets and institutions and the economy.

Course Code: AF 3131

Instruction Language: English

This course examines US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for measurement and reporting purposes. Emphasis is placed on theory, standards and principles and it enables students to cope with new and complex accounting problems on a conceptual rather than a procedural level.

Course Code: FN 2128

Instruction Language: English

Time value of money. Implementation of investment appraisal techniques. Investing decisions. Valuation of financial instruments. Cost of capital.

Course Code: Greek Language/GR 1000

Instruction Language: English

Fundamentals of grammar and structure. Development of language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Emphasis on audio-lingual competence.

Course Code: FR 1000

Instruction Language: French

Beginning French: pronunciation, fundamentals of grammar, development of basic vocabulary, and aspects of Francophone culture. Four skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) are developed in order to communicate in the most familiar situations of everyday life and to understand the main points of simple conversations and texts.

Course Code: GG 1000

Instruction Language: English

An interdisciplinary approach to studying environmental geosciences. Fundamental geologic concepts such as plate tectonics, geologic time and surficial processes are used as a basis for understanding a variety of natural processes. Elaboration on topics of physical geology, including the rock cycle and plate tectonics, occurrence and distribution of geologic hazards and resources, interactions between humans and the geologic environment, and the issues associated with the exploitation of geologic resources such as water and air pollution.

Course Code: History/HY 3060

Instruction Language: English

Historical, political and cultural developments in Greece from the Revolution to the age of Venizelos. Covers the birth and building of the modern Greek state.

Course Code: History/HY 1000

Instruction Language: English

The development of European, Asian and African cultures from their historical origins to 1648. Emphasis on the essential elements in the growth of social institutions.

Course Code: HY 1001

Instruction Language: English

Broad historical account of the development of the world since 1500 CE; survey of major historical events and geographical regions; focus on socio-political and economic affairs; prioritization on long-term processes that reflect both chronological and global themes in world history.

Course Code: Archaeology/AH 2122

Instruction Language: English

A site-based introduction to the topography and monuments of Athens from the Geometric period up to the Roman period. Through on on-site focus on the topography and monuments of the ancient polis of Athens, students will gain familiarity with the archaeology, history and culture of this important ancient city. As the course examines the relationship between many aspects of culture and history, it provides a useful and enriching background for students studying language and literature, art history, archaeology, and history.

Course Code: IB 4267

Instruction Language: English

Origins and sources of creativity and innovation and the role of technology as a contemporary strategic imperative for multinational corporations. Innovation strategy, the R&D process and the management of knowledge. Innovation and value creation and sustainability from innovation.

Course Code: IR 3117

Instruction Language: English

An overview of recent developments in global economics and politics with special reference to emerging economic and political crises, areas of actual and potential political distress and societal disruption, and the ways the latter will potentially impact the future.

Course Code: International Business/IB 2006

Instruction Language: English

Essentials of international business and the international business environment, including its socio-cultural, political, legal, economic and ethical dimensions. International trade theories, foreign investment and insight into the roles of multinational enterprises, governments, international organizations and non-governmental organizations in international business. Foreign exchange and its role in international business.

Course Code: International Relations/IR 2010

Instruction Language: English

A survey of the emergence of the modern states system and an examination of the main features of the international system since 1945. It covers relations between rich and poor countries and factors that influence foreign policy making, including non-governmental aspects, in an increasingly globalized world.

Course Code: IT 1000

Instruction Language: Italian

Four basic language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) are developed in order to acquire a general basic ability to communicate in a number of the most familiar situations of everyday life and to understand main points of simple conversations and texts, needed mainly for tourism and basic contacts with an Italian environment (level A1)

Course Code: CL 1002

Instruction Language: English

An introductory course for students who wish to study elementary ancient Greek. The course covers the essentials of vocabulary, grammar and syntax through oral and written exercises so that students can begin to translate ancient Greek into English. Practice in reading, writing and translating from ancient Greek into English, with excerpts from Greek literature.

Course Code: GR 1101

Instruction Language: Greek

The course develops student’s listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in the Modern Greek language at the A1+ Level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Students acquire the ability to understand main points of simple narrative or informational texts on familiar topics, and communicate in a large variety of formal/informal everyday interactions in a Greek-speaking environment.

Course Code: HHU 2286

Instruction Language: English

The course will investigate retellings of classic fairy tales in various art forms and media (i.e., text, image, film, music, theatre). Students will explore the purpose and means through which artists mine the cultural unconscious to produce the transformations of well-known bedtime stories. Informed by the practices of cultural studies, this interdisciplinary course will approach the subject holistically, encouraging students to place the works within their socio-historical context and to analyze the ways in which meaning is produced both in the classic tales and in their transformations.

Course Code: HHU 2214

Instruction Language: English

This Honors seminar invites students to engage in a critical exploration of political satire in art, literature and film. Students will be exposed to different types of satirical expression, and will be led to consider satire as a gesture of political resistance. Students also examine satire in connection with issues such as the limits to freedom of expression, censorship, and social responsibility.

Course Code: SM 4141

Instruction Language: English

Analysis of the advances in sports management. Discussion of current topics from the sports management industry.

Course Code: MG 4169

Instruction Language: English

Chartering of vessels and ship sale-and-purchase in theory and practice. Charter-party types, negotiations and documentation. Fixture and post fixture activities. Chartering decisions and shipbrokers’ contribution to chartering and sale-and-purchase transactions.

Course Code: SM 4020

Instruction Language: English

Sport science theory and research on the methods of expert coaches in the five categories of coaching education and professional practice, i.e. a) coaching, b) behavior, c) teaching, d) physical training, e) management, and the ways these theories are implemented when constructing a coaching program.

Course Code: MG 3058

Instruction Language: English

International and European Union policies and regulatory frameworks that influence the developments in the shipping industry. Protection of human life, the marine environment, and property at sea. Responsibilities of states and private operators. Elements of risk management in shipping. The roles of international organizations and relevant conventions.

Course Code: MG 2062

Instruction Language: English

This course provides the necessary foundations for understanding the context, challenges, nature and process of entrepreneurial thinking and practice inside and outside organizations. It covers the significance of entrepreneurship to an economy, theory and practice of entrepreneurship in start-ups and in established organizations, and entrepreneurial behaviors and challenges.

Course Code: MG 2010

Instruction Language: English

Reasons for sea transport, the interactions with international trade, and fundamental concepts concerning the physical, economic and regulatory environment in which shipping operates

Course Code: Management/MG 2003

Instruction Language: English

Nature, functions and responsibilities in the management of organizations. History of management thought, theories, concepts and practices. The managerial functions of planning and decision making, organizing, leading and controlling.

Course Code: MG 3034

Instruction Language: English

Major theories of organizational behavior and the emergence of strategic human resource management as a mechanism for managing people at work. Implications for managers in enacting work and people management activities.

Course Code: MG 4121

Instruction Language: English

Major theories and research findings in leadership. Application of theories and concepts to develop critical thinking and leadership skills. The dynamics of leadership. Topics include motivating and influencing people; power, politics and negotiation; teambuilding; managing conflict, leading decision groups; transformational, strategic leadership and change

Course Code: Sports Management/SM 3003

Instruction Language: English

Planning, development, and operational aspects of sports mega events. Concepts of personnel issues, event and facility management, marketing, promotion, leadership, budgeting, fundraising, ethics, as well as the sociological, economic, and political significance of bids for, and the hosting of, sports mega events. Olympic Games, their historical development and their evolution to modern Olympics.

Course Code: MG 4292

Instruction Language: English

Legal aspects of national and international shipping. Historical dimension of global shipping and the development of the modern Greek and Greek-owned fleet since the last quarter of the 20th century. Legal structure of shipping companies, shipping contracts, legal aspects of ship finance, national, EU and International regulatory framework of shipping, marine insurance, collisions, pilotage, towage, salvage, general average, marine pollution, limitation of liability of the ship-owner.

Course Code: MK 3155

Instruction Language: English

Business to business marketing is concerned with the marketing of goods and services to organizations. The key distinguishing feature of business marketing is the nature of the customer, rather than the nature of the product. Challenges and opportunities that marketers confront when they assess the needs of business organizations (manufacturers, resellers, government agencies and institutions) as customers. Comparison with the consumer household market and an analysis of the marketing strategy and tactics for business markets.

Course Code: MK 3159

Instruction Language: English

Processes used by consumers to select, purchase, and use products and services, factors affecting consumer behavior, and the implications for developing marketing strategies.

Course Code: Marketing/MK 4104

Instruction Language: English

Study of marketing on the Internet; how marketers can take advantage of the opportunities made possible by digital platforms such as websites, search (paid and organic), mobile and social media.

Course Code: MK 4157

Instruction Language: English

Application of marketing principles to world markets in a variety of social, legal, technological and economic environments. Practices of international trade.

Course Code: Marketing/MK 4157

Instruction Language: English

Application of marketing principles to world markets in a variety of cultural, legal and economic environments. Practices of international trade.

Course Code: MK 3131

Instruction Language: English

The role of marketing in creating, communicating, and delivering a value proposition that meets the needs of the customers. Formulation and implementation of marketing strategy through commonly used marketing management tools.

Course Code: MK 4070

Instruction Language: English

Major marketing theories and the emergence of branding as the mechanism for professionals to establish their personal brand. Processes and practices involved in developing and implementing a personal branding strategy using traditional and digital media.

Course Code: MK 4156

Instruction Language: English

Major concepts of retail management. Issues of retail marketing communication, store formats and atmospherics, merchandising, store experience and engagement, customer service and after sales support concepts and techniques related to the effective design, planning, control and improvement of the retail supply chain.

Course Code: MA 2021

Instruction Language: English

A comprehensive introduction of statistics for business and economics. Descriptive and inferential statistics, regression analysis and analysis of variance (ANOVA).

Course Code: MA 1008

Instruction Language: English

A course intended to provide mathematical background in algebra with a function/graph emphasis required in Calculus courses. Linear, Quadratic, Polynomial, Rational, Radical, Exponential, Logarithmic functions and their graphs. Composite and Inverse functions. Asymptotes and Continuity via Limits. Matrices and Determinants. Solution of systems of linear equations. Sequences and Series.

Course Code: Mathematics/MA 1000

Instruction Language: English

Designed to give liberal arts students the skills required to understand and interpret quantitative information that they encounter in the news and in their studies, and to make quantitatively-based decisions in their lives. Topics include quantitative information in everyday life, financial management, probability and statistics.

Course Code: MA 2010

Instruction Language: English

An introduction to foundational concepts and applications of descriptive statistics and basic probability and probability distributions. Organizing and summarizing data. Probability distributions: Binomial, Poisson, Normal, t-distribution, Chisquare. Sampling and sampling distribution of the mean. The central limit theorem

Course Code: Music/MU 1003

Instruction Language: English

History of the jazz and blues music idioms in 20th century American music. Examine works and learn about the contributions of selected artists to the development of jazz music.

Course Code: MU 1075

Instruction Language: English

This course acquaints students with how music works through a practical study of the fundamentals of music theory at the keyboard. Students will learn to read music notation and play basic musical ideas at the keyboard. Through the examination of the materials of music, students will also learn about the natural properties of sound, the music of diverse cultures and the ethical qualities attributed to music over time. No previous knowledge of music is required. This course is taught in a piano lab.

Course Code: MU 1000

Instruction Language: English

This course aims to develop student’s musical knowledge and listening skills through the examination of musical genres and diverse examples of musical practice in varied social, cultural, and historical contexts. Students will learn about the ethical qualities attributed to music over time and what music might mean in varied contexts and through extra-musical association.

Course Code: MU 2038

Instruction Language: English

This course focuses on the study of traditional and folk musical practices from selected cultures around the world. Students will undertake an interdisciplinary exploration of music both as sound, as cultural expression and as means of organizing human activity. Issues of identity, gender, representation, meaning and globalization will be explored and will be framed within a geographical and topological organization

Course Code: MU 3061

Instruction Language: English

The course offers students training in singing, acting, movement and performance techniques, drawing from various musical genres and acting methods. Students work individually and in groups to improve their experience of vocal, physical, musical and dramatic performance supported by the understanding of music theater concepts and contexts.

Course Code: MU 4167

Instruction Language: English

This workshop is focused on the development of collaborative performance skills though the exploration of a range of musical styles including original compositions and arrangements. Students further the development of rehearsal and performance techniques as well as critical skills of musical sensitivity and responsiveness, listening awareness, and communication in collaborative work. This course meets twice a week for one instructional class and one independent group rehearsal and is offered over two consecutive assessment periods.

Course Code: PH 3010

Instruction Language: English

Introduction to the basic problems and theories of moral philosophy. The use of reasoning in moral assessment of actions and persons. Emphasis on the connection between theory and practice by application of theories to issues that matter.

Course Code: PH 1000

Instruction Language: English

Overview of the most influential philosophical answers to ‘big’ questions about reality, knowledge and ourselves. An introduction to philosophical ways of thinking.

Course Code: Philosophy/PH 2016

Instruction Language: English

Examination of how philosophy deals with film issues and the experience of films. Issues discussed range from cinema as an art form to film fiction and our emotional responses and from the paradox of horror to cinematic reality and documentaries.

Course Code: AR 2017

Instruction Language: English

Basic photography techniques and thorough knowledge of Photoshop. Investigation of issues relating to digital image: truth, memory, production and consumption of images. Basic history of photography, the image as document and art. Exploration of current online displays and strategies: appropriation, reproduction and copyright.

Course Code: PY 1005

Instruction Language: English

Fundamental concepts and principles of modern physics are presented in a comprehensive way together with everyday life implications. Nuclear energy, Einstein’s theories, space travel, Schrödinger’s cat and black holes will reveal their secrets over a scientific journey with the laws of nature as companions

Course Code: PS 3630

Instruction Language: English

The physiological basis of behaviour, organization of the nervous system, cellular functioning, neurotransmission, neuroanatomy, research methods for studying brain behaviour

Course Code: PS 3508

Instruction Language: English

Integrated presentation of theory and research in the development of children from the age of six through adolescence, with emphasis on biological, emotional, intellectual, social, and personal growth. Evaluation of the contribution of parents and peer relationships in children’s and adolescents’ social development.

Course Code: PS 4621

Instruction Language: English

Application of psychological methods and principles to teaching practices and student performance in school settings. Evaluation of teaching methods and assessments. Emphasis is placed on developing skills to better understand learners, and foster improved learning and motivation, taking into consideration individual differences. Thorough investigation of a range of barriers to students’ learning.

Course Code: PS 2010

Instruction Language: English

Over view of the major developments and ideas in psychology including: the history of ideas about the mind; key historical and social events that shaped the field; when and how psychology became a science; and how psychological ideas evolved in a historical and cultural context.

Course Code: PS 2236

Instruction Language: English

Empirical and theoretical overview of human learning and memory and application to real-world situations. Associative learning (classical and operant conditioning). Memory systems and processes. Examination of encoding, storing, retrieving, and forgetting information.

Course Code: PS 1000

Instruction Language: English

Overview of the discipline of psychology as a natural science. Topics include a historical trajectory of how scientific and clinical psychology emerged; research methods used in Psychology; biological foundations of behaviour; learning and memory; consciousness; thought and language processes; motivated behaviours.

Course Code: Psychology/PS 2257

Instruction Language: English

This module introduces students to diversity and the way perceived diversity influences people’s identity, social interactions, stigma, prejudice, and inequalities. The module is designed for Psychology students, although students from other disciplines who wish to acquire an understanding of the complexity of contemporary social world will also benefit.

Course Code: PS 4990

Instruction Language: English

Understanding the brain in its social context. The way neural mechanisms give rise social phenomena. Examination of brain basis of social processes, including theory of mind, empathy, altruism, emotion, morality, antisocial behavior and romantic love.

Course Code: Psychology/PS 4723

Instruction Language: English

This module offers an in-depth study of stress and stress management, applying recent scientific information to life situations. It is aimed at both psychology majors, and other students interested in the study of stress and overall wellbeing. It complements knowledge possessed by students in business and management, examining occupational stress, and spill over effects in work-life balance and personal wellbeing.

Course Code: PS 3532

Instruction Language: English

Theory, research and practice on psychological testing and assessment. Statistical analysis and in-depth presentation of the psychometric properties of tests and scales. Evaluation of achievement, intelligence, cognitive, neuropsychological and personality tests. Exposure to the most frequently used tests.

Course Code: Physical Sciences/SC 1000

Instruction Language: English

An introduction to natural sciences with emphasis on fundamental scientific principles and their applications in everyday life. The course discusses Newton’s laws of motion, energy and the laws of thermodynamics, the nature of the atom and the chemical bond, nuclear science, the origins of the Universe, properties of stars and planets as well as environmental issues.

Course Code: Sociology/SO 3007

Instruction Language: English

Medical sociology and contrasting ideas about health and social behavior. Health in relation to age, gender, race, socioeconomic status, social stress, health and illness behavior as well as healing options in American society. The sick role, doctor–patient interaction, the role of physicians, nurses, midwives. The development of hospitals, their organization and the rising cost of health care delivery. Health care delivery in the USA, the first world and formerly socialist countries as well as in other countries.

Course Code: SO 1000

Instruction Language: Spanish

Sociology as a social science. Theoretical and methodological foundations. Discussion of various topics including social structure, culture, socialization, group relations, deviance, and various forms of inequality.

Course Code: SO 1001

Instruction Language: English

Discussion of various social institutions, such as the economy, politics, family, religion, education and medicine, with emphasis on modern society. Presentation of social change in its different forms, both locally and globally.

Course Code: SN 1000

Instruction Language: English

Beginning Spanish. Introduction to Spanish language and aspects of Spanish and Latin American culture. Four basic language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) are developed in order to acquire a general ability to communicate in a number of the most familiar situations of everyday life and to understand main points of simple conversations and texts needed in a Spanish-speaking environment. (A1)

Course Code: SN 1101

Instruction Language: Spanish

Four language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) are reinforced and expanded in order to gain a more effective command of the language and to interact with greater confidence in a wider range of everyday familiar situations. Aspects of Spanish and Latin American culture. (CEFR-A2)

Course Code: CS 3051

Instruction Language: English

Theories and practices on the role and use of information systems and technology in transforming organizations through streamlining business operations and optimizing business processes. Effective decision-making in implementing sustainable business/IS solutions

Course Code: ITC 2086

Instruction Language: English

Computer architecture. Digital circuits and components. Types of data representation. Computer organizations and design. Logic design.

Course Code: CN 3015

Instruction Language: English

A brief history of the web; web standards, browser standards; choosing a domain name; hosting management tools; web publishing; web design and development tools; website architecture; using image editing software to design web layouts; HTML, CSS, search engine optimization; social media integration; interface design standards; user interaction experience.

Course Code: ITC 2053

Instruction Language: English

Game programming fundamentals; basic 3D graphics concepts; combining and utilizing multimedia content using a game engine; creating and editing scripts using appropriate programming / scripting languages and techniques.

Course Code: ITC 2039

Instruction Language: English

Multimedia types, elements, and technical components; digital image editing; animation; web site development; sustainable digital media

Course Code: ITC 1112

Instruction Language: English

Data protection legislation; ethical use of data; the contribution of data analysis to organizational sustainability; visualizing data using graphs, charts and 3D maps; using functions and analytical tools for what -if analysis; using data reporting tools; linking of worksheets and workbooks; importing and manipulating data.

Course Code: ITC 2093

Instruction Language: English

Operating system structures; functions and techniques; Performance; avoidance of deadlock and security issues. Management of Operating System resources and processes

Course Code: MG 4057

Instruction Language: English

Project management as an interdisciplinary and cross-functional activity in an organization. Emphasis on the relationship of projects to the management of change and to the approaches and roles required to achieve successful project implementation.

Course Code: ITC 2024

Instruction Language: English

Computer communications systems components, models, operation, and applications. Networking standards, protocols and connectivity aspects. Local area networks design, implementation. Wide area networks, emerging technologies. Cybersecurity threats, measures and protocols. Cryptography basics.

Course Code: ITC 2186

Instruction Language: English

The course is designed to introduce students to the design of computer hardware. Emphasis is placed on microcomputer architecture techniques. The course is suitable for students who aim for a career in computer science, information technology, computer hardware engineering. It covers computer architecture, digital circuits and components, types of data representation, computer organizations and design and logic design.

Course Code: CIN 4045

Instruction Language: English

The actor’s craft in the context of contemporary recorded performance. Students train on relevant acting techniques and acquire respective technical skills