Athens Tech College

What Athens Tech College does

Athens Tech College (ATH/TECH) is a private higher-education institution headquartered in Athens, Greece, and incorporated as ATHENS TECH A.E. It is described as the first specialized technology college in Greece, focused exclusively on computer science, technology, and innovation. The institution offers a three-year BSc (Hons) in Computer Science awarded by the University of York (a UK Russell Group university) and delivered in collaboration with CITY College, University of York Europe Campus. It also offers five MSc programs (Management of Business, Innovation & Technology; Web and Mobile Development; Big Data Engineering & Data Science; Software Development; Software Development with Industry Placement), a Foundation Semester, and non-degree Executive Education programs taught by international faculty. A Career & Employability Office, powered by Code.Hub, provides job placement and employer-matching services.

The college runs its teaching on a Moodle-based iLearn learning management system and maintains specialized computer laboratories. Its curriculum covers programming (C, Python, Java, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, SQL), data engineering, machine learning, deep learning, NLP, and DevOps. Supporting employer partners (Atos, Intrasoft, Stoiximan, Workable) provide internships and recruitment pipelines, and the college holds recurring Academic Partner status at Devoxx Greece.

The business model is tuition-based subscription revenue from degree programs, supplemented by professional services revenue from Executive Education and emerging corporate training engagements (e.g., the 2025 Pfizer Talent Acceleration Program). Student acquisition relies on direct admissions, education fairs, campus events, and brand visibility at developer conferences. The institution is a member of the Code.Hub group of companies, which powers its career services.

Name

Athens Tech College

Legal name

ATHENS TECH A.E.

Website

https://athtech.gr

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Athens Tech College is a private Athens-based technology college offering BSc and MSc degree programs in computer science, awarded by the University of York, alongside executive education, with career services powered by partner Code.Hub.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education (Computer Science & Technology)

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Technical Universities with Computing, Data & AI Focus (EDAHAEAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Technical Universities with Strong Industry Partnerships (EDAHAEAG), Technical Universities with Entrepreneurship & Incubation Focus (EDAHAEAH)

Keywords

• Computer science education
• Technology degree programs
• Higher education
• Software development training
• Postgraduate tech programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Athens

HQ country

Greece

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Undergraduate Degree Programs: Tuition fees from BSc in Computer Science programs, offered in collaboration with University of York, with 3-year duration in English
2. Postgraduate Degree Programs: Tuition fees from MSc programs including Management of Business Innovation & Technology, Web and Mobile Development, Big Data Engineering & Data Science, Software Development, and Software Development with Industry Placement
3. Executive Education: Non-degree professional development programs on specialized ICT topics and technology management taught by international experts, including programs like Leadership for a Fractured World and The Art & Science of Negotiation
4. Foundation Semester Program: Intensive one-semester preparation program for students needing to develop computer science knowledge and English language skills before entering degree programs

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Athens Tech College is Greece's first specialized technology college, offering undergraduate (BSc Hons in Computer Science) and postgraduate (MSc) degree programs awarded by the University of York (Russell Group). It supplements degree programs with a Foundation Semester, executive education, and a Career & Employability Office powered by Code.Hub that connects students with industry internships and employment.

Product overview

Athens Tech College is Greece's first specialized technology college offering a comprehensive portfolio of degree programs awarded in partnership with the University of York. The core educational offerings include a BSc (Hons) in Computer Science (with pathways in Computer Science, Business Informatics, Web Technologies, and AI & Data Science) and multiple MSc programs (MBIT, Web and Mobile Development, Big Data Engineering & Data Science, Software Development, and Software Development with Industry Placement). A Foundation Semester provides preparatory education for incoming students. The institution supplements its academic programs with Executive Education non-degree programs led by international experts and a Career & Employability Office powered by Code.Hub that provides job placement services and industry connections. All programs are taught in collaboration with CITY College, University of York Europe Campus.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ATH/TECH Executive Education: Non-degree executive education programs on highly specialized ICT topics and interdisciplinary courses on Technology and Management
• ATH/TECH Foundation Semester
• Career & Employability Office

Products and services

• BSc (Hons) in Computer Science A three-year, full-time, English-language undergraduate degree in Computer Science awarded by the University of York (Russell Group member), taught on the Athens Tech College campus in collaboration with CITY College. The program offers specialized pathways in Computer Science, Business Informatics, Web Technologies, and AI & Data Science. It is designed for high school graduates seeking internationally recognized credentials and direct industry exposure from the first year of study.
• ATH/TECH Foundation Semester An intensive one-semester preparatory program designed for prospective students who need to develop their knowledge of Computer Science and English language skills, as well as acquire the academic skills required for university-level study before entering the BSc or MSc programs.
• MSc in Management of Business, Innovation & Technology (MBIT) A master's program that combines technology and business management skills, designed to help professionals leverage technology as a profit-generating asset for entrepreneurship. Targeted at graduates and professionals seeking a technology-management career path.
• MSc in Web and Mobile Development A master's program providing hands-on experience with Spring Boot, Angular, Android, design and development patterns, and DevOps for designing and developing web and mobile applications. Targeted at graduates and professionals pursuing careers in software engineering and mobile/web development.
• MSc in Big Data Engineering & Data Science A master's program designed to educate professionals in analyzing and evaluating data and information, covering Big Data, AI, machine learning, business intelligence, and ETL technologies. Targeted at graduates and professionals pursuing careers in data engineering and data science.
• MSc in Software Development A master's program covering the fields that comprise the backbone of computer science, providing comprehensive education for a career in software development in the digital era. Targeted at graduates from various disciplines seeking to specialize in software engineering.
• MSc in Software Development with Industry Placement A postgraduate program aimed at graduates from non-Computer Science disciplines, combining software development education with a mandatory industry placement at partner companies. Targeted at career changers entering the software development field.
• Executive Education Programs Non-degree professional development programs covering specialized ICT topics and interdisciplinary courses on Technology and Management, taught by international experts (including Harvard University professors) on the Athens campus. Includes programs such as Leadership for a Fractured World and The Art & Science of Negotiation. Targeted at executives, senior managers, and working professionals.
• Career & Employability Office A career services office powered by Code.Hub that provides job placement assistance, CV preparation, interview coaching, workshops, and connections to the employer network for students and alumni. Included as part of the student experience for enrolled degree-program participants.

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability6 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered supporting and core.

• GenAISA (Erasmus+)supportingStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 December 2024Code.Hub, Athens Tech College's premier partner, was selected to participate in the GenAISA initiative under Erasmus+ 2024.
• CITY College, University of York Europe CampuscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partnership where CITY College delivers University of York degree programs at Athens Tech College. Faculty from CITY College teach and supervise undergraduate and postgraduate programs. York is a Russell Group university in the UK.
• Code.HubcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCode.Hub is the premier tech education and training partner powering the Career & Employability Office. They organize Code.Learn Academies, coding bootcamps, and connect students with industry opportunities. Both companies complement each other in tech education and connecting academia with business.
• AtossupportingOthersSupporting partner of Athens Tech College, providing industry support and collaboration opportunities.
• IntrasoftsupportingOthersSupporting partner company providing internship and employment opportunities for graduates, and participating in college events.
• StoiximansupportingOthersSupporting partner company actively recruiting from Athens Tech College graduates.
• WorkablesupportingOthersSupporting partner company providing recruitment platform support and hiring graduates.
• Devoxx GreecesupportingOthersAthens Tech College participates as Academic Partner in Devoxx Greece, a leading developer conference, providing student volunteer opportunities and industry exposure.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Mediterranean College: Greek private college with UK university partnerships (e.g., University of Derby, Sheffield Hallam) and a growing portfolio of technology and business programs. Closely comparable in model, geography, and target student.
• BCA College: Greek private higher education college referenced as a joint-venture partner in Athens Tech College's executive education structure. Competes in the same Athens-based, English-taught private college segment.
• New York College Athens: Greek private college offering English-language undergraduate and postgraduate programs with international university partnerships. Direct competitor for English-speaking students seeking foreign-accredited degrees in Athens.
• Deree - The American College of Greece: Major Athens-based private college offering US-validated liberal arts and professional degrees, including computing and business tracks. Competes for the same international, English-speaking student pool in Athens.
• CITY College, University of York Europe Campus: Direct academic partner of Athens Tech College and the entity that delivers University of York degree programs at the Athens campus. Operates as the closest institutional sibling, sharing faculty and credentials.

Emerging players

• Ironhack: International tech bootcamp offering web development, data analytics, and UX/UI programs with European campuses. Targets the same adult learner audience seeking fast, practical tech credentials in Greece and Europe.
• Code.Hub: Premier tech training and corporate upskilling partner that powers Athens Tech's Career Office and runs Code.Learn Academies at its campus. Overlaps in coding bootcamp-style education and adult tech upskilling.
• Le Wagon: Global coding bootcamp with a presence in Greece offering short-form web development and data science programs. Competes for career-changers and postgraduate learners who might otherwise pursue Athens Tech's MSc programs.

Regional players

• ALBA Graduate Business School: Athens-based graduate business school offering MBAs and executive education with strong corporate partnerships. Comparable in postgraduate and executive education positioning, especially around the MBIT-style program overlap.
• IEK Akmi: Large Greek vocational/technical education provider offering ICT and engineering diplomas. Comparable as a domestic training alternative for technology-focused students, though positioned at sub-degree level.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/athens-tech-college

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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