The 2016 Intensive Course of the European Master Program in Sport and Exercise Psychology, organised by the School of Physical Education & Sport Science of the University of Thessaly in Trikala, was successfully completed. Important academics in the field of Sport and Exercise Psychology from all over Europe contributed to a high quality Intensive Course that attracted the interest of numerous of international post-graduate students of the area.

Within five days 40 international students from 21 countries around the world (Belgium, Canada, Canada Serbia, Colombia, Cyprus, Denmark, Faroe Islands, Finland, Germany, Greece, India,  Ireland, Israel, Kenya, Netherlands, Nigeria, Paraguay, Serbia, Sweden, Thailand, USA) attended classes delivered by 14 field experts, enjoyed a multicultural experience, and had the opportunity discover the Greek hospitality.

The program was evaluated highly by students and teachers: “Exceptional students, great European experience, wonderful hospitality", "It is important to be able to interact with a large number of young people with bright minds from all over Europe.", "The locals are extremely friendly and always looked after us “, “This experience filled me with new ideas ", "It was a unique opportunity! We came in contact with a large number of teachers across Europe!", "I would love to come back in Trikala!", "The hospitality was superb and we had a lifetime experience!"

The success of the Intensive Course 2016, 
prompted all university lecturers
to organize it in Trikala again in 2017!