Department of Informatics and Telematics, Harokopio University

What Department of Informatics and Telematics, Harokopio University does

The Department of Informatics and Telematics is an academic unit within Harokopio University of Athens, based in Tavros, Attica, Greece. Founded in 2007, the department offers a vertically integrated academic pipeline comprising an undergraduate BSc in Informatics and Telecommunications (including an English-language international track), six postgraduate specialization programs covering topics such as Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Cybersecurity, ICT in Education, and Computer Networks, and a doctoral research program with an international English-language PhD track. Its student body is admitted primarily through the Greek national entrance-examination system for undergraduate study, with postgraduate and doctoral cohorts drawn from both domestic and international pools.

The department's research portfolio emphasizes artificial intelligence and machine learning (multimodal learning, foundation models and large language models, federated learning), big data and data mining, Internet of Things, computer networks, and the application of these technologies to domains such as healthcare, agriculture, and education. It operates a Smart Campus infrastructure to support experimental work, maintains 20+ international academic collaborations, and reports 60+ active researchers affiliated with the department alongside a 1,700+ alumni network. Faculty output has produced student-level recognition including a "Double World Distinction" for an affiliated student.

As a state-funded public university department, the entity does not operate a commercial revenue model. Funding is provided primarily through the Greek Ministry of Education budget allocation to Harokopio University, supplemented by industry-sponsored scholarships (notably COSMOTE TELEKOM postgraduate scholarships), competitive research grants, and limited postgraduate tuition. The unit holds ETHAAE accreditation for its study program, conferring degree recognition across the EU/EEA and supporting student mobility and cross-border research cooperation.

Name

Department of Informatics and Telematics, Harokopio University

Legal name

Department of Informatics and Telematics, Harokopio University of Athens (Τμήμα Πληροφορικής και Τηλεματικής, Χαροκόπειο Πανεπιστήμιο Αθηνών)

Website

https://dit.hua.gr

Company type

Public

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Department of Informatics and Telematics is a state-funded academic unit of Harokopio University of Athens offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in informatics and telecommunications, with research emphasis on AI, machine learning, big data, and IoT, serving Greek and international students.

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Product category

Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (61131)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

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Technical Universities with Computing, Data & AI Focus

Education/Higher Education (Colleges & Universities)/Technical & Polytechnic Universities

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Online Technology & Computer Science Universities

Education/Higher Education (Colleges & Universities)/Distance & Online Universities

Keywords

• Higher education services
• Informatics and telematics
• Computer science research
• Artificial intelligence programs
• University graduate programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Athens

HQ country

Greece

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Public University Funding: As a public Greek university department, primary funding comes from government educational funding. No registration fees or tuition fees for doctoral studies.
2. COSMOTE TELEKOM Scholarships: Graduate scholarships provided by COSMOTE TELEKOM for postgraduate programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Department delivers degree-granting academic programs in Informatics and Telematics, including a Greek-language BSc, an English-language BSc in Information Technology, six postgraduate programs (Data Science and AI; Cloud and Edge Computing Systems and Applications; Information Systems Management and Digital Transformation; Applied Informatics conversion; MPhil in Computer Science and Informatics; Applied Geoinformatics), Greek and international doctoral programs, a postdoctoral research program, and a Certificate of Pedagogical and Teaching Competence (P.P.D.E.). It also conducts research in AI, IoT, big data, machine learning, and network-centric applications with doctoral candidates and faculty.

Product overview

The Department of Informatics and Telematics at Harokopio University offers a comprehensive portfolio of academic programs spanning undergraduate and postgraduate education, doctoral research, and professional certification. The core undergraduate program in Informatics and Telematics (BSc) provides foundational education in computer science with emphasis on telematics applications. The department operates six distinct postgraduate programs: (1) MSc in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, (2) MSc in Cloud and Edge Computing Systems and Applications, (3) MSc in Information Systems Management and Digital Transformation, (4) MSc in Applied Informatics (Conversion program), (5) MPhil in Computer Science and Informatics (research-focused), and (6) MSc in Applied Geoinformatics (in collaboration with the Geography Department). Additionally, the department offers doctoral programs for Greek and international students, a postdoctoral research program, and a Certificate of Pedagogical and Teaching Competence. The portfolio is unified by a focus on cutting-edge informatics technologies including AI, IoT, big data, machine learning, and network-centric applications supporting digital transformation in domains such as e-business, e-governance, digital health, and smart cities.

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Products and services

• BSc in Informatics and Telematics Modern undergraduate program covering programming, information systems, hardware design, networks and communications, and telematics applications, combining theoretical and hands-on education for tech-oriented careers.
• BSc in Information Technology (International) English-language undergraduate program in Information Technology designed for international students seeking a bachelor's degree in IT.
• MSc in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence Postgraduate program covering Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, including machine learning, deep learning, and AI applications.
• MSc in Cloud and Edge Computing Systems and Applications Postgraduate program focusing on Cloud Computing and Edge Computing systems, microservices, DevOps, and cloud-native architectures.
• MSc in Information Systems Management and Digital Transformation Postgraduate program addressing information systems management and digital transformation strategies for organizations.
• MSc in Applied Informatics (Conversion Program) Conversion master's program designed for graduates from other disciplines seeking to enter the field of informatics.
• MPhil in Computer Science and Informatics Research-focused Master of Philosophy program in computer science and informatics for advanced scholarly work.
• MSc in Applied Geoinformatics Postgraduate program in applied geoinformatics offered in collaboration with the Department of Geography.
• Doctoral Program (Greek) Doctoral program for Greek nationals covering contemporary areas of informatics and information systems research.
• International Doctoral Program in Informatics and Information Systems International doctoral program in English offering up to 5 positions focusing on disruptive technologies including AI, IoT, autonomous systems, cloud computing, and smart cities.
• Postdoctoral Research Program Program for researchers who have completed their doctoral studies to continue advanced research.
• Certificate of Pedagogical and Teaching Competence (P.P.D.E.) Certificate program developing pedagogical and teaching skills combining theoretical training with practical experience in real educational environments. Requires completion of 5 courses plus 80 hours of practical training in school units.

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Technology focussed No

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App detail

Integration7 records

AI capability16 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Study in Greece PlatformminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInformation resource for international students regarding visas, accommodation, and living conditions in Greece

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Department of Computer Science & Engineering, University of Ioannina: Greek public university CS department offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs across core CS, software engineering, and data science, with overlapping applicant pool.
• Department of Informatics, Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB): Athens-based public university informatics department offering BSc, MSc and PhD programs in computer science with adjacent specialization in data science and information systems, drawing from the same Greek applicant pool.
• Department of Informatics, University of Piraeus: Athens-area public university informatics department offering BSc, MSc, and PhD programs in computer science and digital systems, with overlapping AI, data, and software engineering offerings.
• Department of Computer Science, University of Crete: Public Greek university CS department with strong research output in AI, ML, and systems; competes for postgraduate and doctoral talent from the same Greek applicant pool.
• School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Technical University of Crete: Technical university in Greece offering electrical and computer engineering programs with overlapping AI/ML and applied research; competes for the same top-tier Greek technical applicants.
• Department of Informatics and Telecommunications, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens: Closest-name and closest-mission peer: a public Athens-based university department offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Informatics and Telecommunications with strong overlap in AI, networks, and software systems.
• Department of Applied Informatics, University of Macedonia: Thessaloniki-based public university department offering applied informatics undergraduate and postgraduate programs, with overlapping applied AI and information systems focus.
• School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Technical University of Athens (NTUA): Top-tier Greek engineering school with a computer engineering division; competes for the same high-scoring Greek entrants and overlapping industry-sponsored research partnerships.
• School of Informatics, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki: One of the largest Greek informatics schools, offering undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs across computer science, with overlapping AI/data/IoT research themes and direct competition for postgraduate students.
• Department of Information and Communication Systems Engineering, University of the Aegean: Greek public university department offering informatics and communications engineering programs with overlapping AI, networks, and systems research themes.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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