The Acropolis

Hellenic Studies Initiative

Undergraduate studies of the history, language, and culture of Greece & the Balkans

A Greek flag attached to a wall, with a hillside village and the sea in the background

For undergraduate students interested in pursuing in-depth study of the history, language, and culture of Greece and the wider Balkans, CERES offers specialized courses through the Hellenic Studies Initiative funded by the Hellenic Heritage Foundation and the wider Greek-Canadian community. These courses allow you to tailor your undergraduate experience to fit your interests and offers specialized language and international learning opportunities.

Consider the Major in European Studies and choose Modern Greek as your language of study!

What we offer

  • Modern Greek language instruction at 100-, 200- & 300- levels
  • A 3rd year political science course in contemporary Greek politics and history
  • A 4th year seminar about Greece, the Balkans & the European Union
  • An intensive summer course in Athens & Rhodes
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THE HELLENIC STUDIES INITIATIVE IS MADE POSSIBLE THANKS TO THE SUPPORT OF THE HELLENIC HERITAGE FOUNDATION AND THE GREEK-CANADIAN COMMUNITY