WHY AKTO
Recognition and Certification
AKTO, as an educational institution synonymous with specialization in art & design studies, through its history and strong academic framework, confers prestige, credibility, and multiple benefits upon its graduates. The recognition of qualifications includes many aspects concerning the career paths of graduates.
The field of arts and design differs from other educational sectors, as beyond certifications, the job market primarily operates through portfolio presentation, where each graduate can guide prospective collaborators through their work. Simultaneously, the reputation and ranking of the Educational Institution play a crucial role in the perception of the global art & design scene. For more than half a century, AKTO has educated generations of artists who have permeated the market and distinguished themselves for their comprehensive design approach and artistic work, while consistently achieving Academic Distinctions both domestically and internationally.
AKTO COLLEGE
Undergraduate & Postgraduate Studies
Recognition of Professional Equivalence in Greece
AKTO College’s programmes are recognized in both the private and public sector for employment purposes. In accordance with Presidential Decree 38/2010, as amended by Law 4093/2012, 4111/2013, 4205/2013, and 4635/2019, professional equivalence is recognized by A.T.E.E.N., for university Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Greece. Holders of these degrees are able to take part in ASEP competitions, in accordance with Article 13 of Law 4148/2013.
See here some decisions concerning AKTO graduates (for personal data protection reasons, the graduates’ details and application reference numbers have been removed).
Academic Recognition in Greece
Middlesex University London is recognized by DOATAP as an institution equivalent to Greek Higher Education Institutions, while our graduates’ degrees have been recognized by A.T.E.E.N.
Academic Prospects
Graduates of the undergraduate programmes can continue their studies in AKTO’s Postgraduate Programmes, validated by Middlesex University London. As graduates of AKTO College, and members of our alumni community, they receive the AKTO Alumni tuition subsidy if they choose to continue their studies in AKTO’s study programmes.
AKTO I.S.A.E.K.
Schools of Higher Vocational Training
State Vocational Training Diploma
With the successful completion of the two-year cycle of studies and the internship, graduates obtain the Vocational Training Certificate (VTC), which entitles them to take the certification exams conducted by the National Organization for the Certification of Qualifications and Vocational Guidance (E.O.P.P.E.P.), leading to the State Vocational Training Diploma.
The Vocational Training Diploma is recognized in the countries of the European Union (level 5 – European Qualifications Framework) and in dozens of other countries, on the basis of international recognition agreements with the EU and Greece. By obtaining the recognized diploma, the graduate gains state ranking points and the ability to take part in ASEP competitions and work in the public sector.
Academic Prospects
AKTO I.SAEK programmes ensure academic progression. Graduates of AKTO I.SAEK have the opportunity to take exams for admission via qualifying exams to public university institutions (A.E.I.). Also, as members of our alumni community, they receive the AKTO Alumni tuition subsidy so they can join, through qualifying exams, the corresponding Undergraduate Programme at AKTO, in collaboration with Middlesex University London, to obtain the university degree of Bachelor of Arts (Honours).
AKTO KDBM
Online Training Programs
Professional Recognition & Employment
Graduates build a rich portfolio of work that can open the door to collaboration in any field of their specialization they choose, and to pursue any interview they wish to have in the private sector. A portfolio in the arts and design field is, after all, the ticket to any professional achievement, while AKTO graduates also carry the reputation of a distinguished Educational Institution with international recognition in specialized studies in the arts and design.
Academic Prospects
Graduates receive a Certificate of Attendance (AKTO Training, Lifelong Learning Centre, licensed by the General Secretariat for Vocational Education, Training, Lifelong Learning and Youth of the Ministry of Education). Graduates of the Training Programmes can then join, through a qualifying interview, AKTO’s university study programmes Bachelor (Hons) of Arts and Master of Arts, validated by Middlesex University London. As graduates of AKTO’s Lifelong Learning Centre, and members of our alumni community, they receive the AKTO Alumni tuition subsidy if they choose to continue their studies in AKTO’s study programmes.