Area studies typically examine the development of a particular population or region. While other, similar interdisciplinary studies, such as gender, disability, and ethnic, may have some part in course discussions, these are not considered area studies.

Greece developed their education system with higher education at the top. Over 40% of all Greeks live in Athens and there is also where the best opportunities to pursue an higher education level is. Bordered by Albania, Macedonia, Bulgaria and Turkey, Greece is a tourist pearl with one of the world's fantastic beaches.

Requirements for the PhD program often involve the student having already obtained a Master’s degree. Additionally, a thesis or dissertation primarily consisting of original academic research must be submitted. In some countries, this work may even need to be defended in front of a panel.