FAQ

The University of the Aegean offers two Master’s programmes in Digital Deep Tech Driven Circular Economy: M.Sc. and M.Sc. by Research.

Both programmes are offered by the University of the Aegean, School of Social Sciences, Department of Cultural Technology and Communication.

The M.Sc. focuses on the connection between digital technologies and circular economy principles. It helps learners develop applied skills for green and digital transformation.

Applicants are expected to hold a Bachelor’s degree and have sufficient English proficiency to follow a postgraduate programme delivered in English.

Graduates, professionals and learners interested in digital transformation, circular economy, sustainability, deep technologies, innovation, research, policy or applied transformation.

Yes. The programme is delivered through distance learning with online teaching, digital platforms and academic support.

The language of instruction and assessment is English.

The programme is structured across 3 academic semesters (18 months).

The programme requires 90 ECTS credits in total.

Semester 1: Foundations in digital circular economy, digital product passports, EU compliance, AI and robotics.

Semester 2: Advanced courses and electives in digital technologies, circular systems and sustainability.

Semester 3: MSc Thesis.

• Understand digital circular economy principles.
• Apply digital technologies to circular economy challenges.
• Understand digital product passports and life-cycle systems.
• Connect circular economy with EU regulation.
• Use data, AI, blockchain and digital tools.
• Develop applied solutions for green and digital transformation.
• Complete a thesis connected to digital circular economy.

Eligible applicants from countries participating in the Digital Europe Programme (DEP) may be exempt from tuition fees, subject to official programme rules.

Applicants from DEP countries may be eligible for tuition-fee exemption. All applicants still need to pay the application fee and, if selected, the admission fee.

Yes. Applicants from non-EU or non-DEP countries can apply. If accepted, they will need to pay tuition fees.

Application fee: €100 (non-refundable).

Admission fee: €500 (non-refundable).

Non-DEP tuition fees: €5,000.

Please visit the Expression of Interest page for information about the relevant academic year and submission period. An Expression of Interest does not replace a formal application.

Please consult the Official Call for Applications for 2026–2027 for the application period, eligibility requirements and required documents. The application platform provides access to the online application process.

Candidates will receive further information about the application process, required documents, eligibility and next steps.

Yes. Each M.Sc. programme has 250 available places.

The programme is expected to start in the second week of October.