University of West Attica (UNIWA)
Agiou Spiridonos 28, Egaleo 122 43, Greece
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About
The University of West Attica (UNIWA), established in 2018 through the merger of the Technological Educational Institutes of Athens and Piraeus, now enrolls approximately 57,800 undergraduates, 5,500 postgraduates, and 780 doctoral candidates, supported by 608 faculty, 138 technical staff, and 345 administrative staff. Its mission emphasizes excellence, innovation, and societal relevance. The university offers programs through its Schools of Engineering; Public Health; Administrative, Economic & Social Sciences; Food Sciences; Health & Care Sciences; and Applied Arts & Culture. Research strengths include sustainable energy systems, environmental protection, health sciences, informatics, materials & design, and port development. UNIWA operates multiple urban campuses, modern infrastructure, student housing initiatives, and maintains international academic partnerships and membership in sustainability networks.
Sustainability at UNIWA
University of West Attica embraces sustainability as a core institutional commitment, embedding it across research, curricula, campus operations, and community engagement. It aligns with the UN 2030 Agenda, working to balance economic growth, social equity, and environmental protection. Through interdisciplinary teaching, sustainable infrastructure planning, green campus policies, and public collaboration, UNIWA aims to cultivate a culture of ecological responsibility and contribute to global progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals.