Incoming students for studies

Corfu is an island on which history, tradition and picturesque scenery peacefully coexist. British, French and Venetian influences are reflected in its atmospheric one-of-a-kind Old Town. Here, you will find a combination of historical monuments and pebble beaches with cobalt-blue waters. There is so much for a visitor to explore inside and outside of Corfu Town that a whole semester might not be enough after all!

Greek hospitality is well known and stems from ancient times. It is considered a moral obligation, as Zeus was the protector of strangers. After thousands of years, that is still the case. Corfu and its people combine the virtues of hospitality with class, influenced by the British conquerors during the 19th century. Regardless of how far one has travelled to visit Corfu, they will always feel right at home. 

DFLTI has a one-of-a-kind undergraduate studies program in Translation and Interpreting. Courses are taught not only in Greek but also in English, German or French by native speakers.

Corfu is one of the few Greek regional cities, where Education and Culture meet and blend. The University organizes many cultural events, such as concerts and festivals, where the students can actively participate. Moreover, the city offers a rich and vibrant cultural life.

The Greek academic year is divided into two semesters, the Winter semester and the Spring semester, each lasting thirteen weeks. The Winter semester starts the first week of October and ends in mid-January. The Spring semester starts the second week of February and ends at the end of May. For more details regarding the teaching and exam periods along with information on the official and local holidays, visit the Academic Calendar.

At the undergraduate level, DFLTI courses fall within one of two main Specializations:

• Translation
• Interpreting

You are free to choose courses from either Specialization.

Translation courses offered by DFLTI cover general, literary and specialized translation in the following language pairs:

• English to and from Greek
• German to and from Greek
• French to and from Greek

Interpreting courses are simultaneous and consecutive interpreting from:

• English to and from Greek
• German to and from Greek
• French to and from Greek

Moreover, courses on Translation Theory, Linguistics, Literature, Law, Politics, Theory of Interpreting, Community Interpreting etc. are offered.

For a full list of the courses offered in English, German, and French see the attached file below.

Peruse and download the detailed course descriptions, found at the bottom of the page.

Courses are mostly taught in Greek. Many courses, however, are also offered in English and, occasionally, in other languages (e.g. French, German).

Peruse and download the detailed course descriptions, found at the bottom of the page.

The Ionian University (IU) offers free Greek Language Courses for Erasmus students throughout the academic year, accrediting them with 6 ECTS per semester.

Greek-speaking incoming students can also choose courses offered in Greek.

See the full list of taught courses at DFLTI.

Erasmus students sit exams in:

• Mid-January to early February (Winter semester)
• Late May to mid-June (Spring semester)

The exam method for each course is up to the professor. These methods include:

• Written exam (midterm or final)
• Oral exam
• Essay
• Group essay
• Short oral presentation
• Short oral group presentation
• Any combination of the above

IU has adopted the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS). This system facilitates the recognition of periods of study abroad for Erasmus students. DFLTI’s courses are accredited between 2 and 10 ECTS for each 2 or 3-hour course.

The Greek grading scale for universities ranges from 1 to 10 with minimum requirement for a student to pass being 5. More specifically:

• 9.00-10.00: Excellent 
• 8.00-8.99: Very good
• 7.00-7.99: Good
• 6.00-6.99 Satisfactory
• 5.00-5.99: Pass
• 1.00-4.99: Fail

Ms. Dimitra Kokkali
Tel.: +30 26610 87607
E-mail: erasmus@ionio.gr

Professor Dr. Iannis Karras
Tel.: +30 26610 87214
E-mail: karrasid@ionio.gr

Assistant Professor Dr. Sotiria-Lito Alexaki
Tel.: +30 26610 87237
E-mail: lito_alexaki@ionio.gr

Ms. Vasiliki Chelidoni
Tel.: +30 26610 87202
E-mail: dflti-erasmus@ionio.gr