University of Cyprus

University of Cyprus

The University of Cyprus aims to establish itself as a pioneer research institution achieving international scientific recognition in European higher education, offering competitive programs and to become a center of excellence in the wider Euro – Mediterranean region.

About


The University of Cyprus is the first public university of Cyprus which was founded in 1989 and is located in Nicosia, the capital of Cyprus. Through the 8 faculties and 22 departments which operate at the UCY, the university offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, PhD and research programs which cater to almost 7,000 students.  


In addition to its faculties and departments, the University of Cyprus (UCY) boasts a significant number of research units and centers which operate within the university. Their focus is to carry out important research and innovative activities which carry a broad social impact. The University of Cyprus consists of approximately 900 members of academic and administrative staff who each engage with and contribute to the overall aim of providing students with a unique and prosperous UCY experience.

Accommodation


  • There is very limited (8 rooms) on campus student halls available for Erasmus and international students coming for an entire academic year (September-May) or for a semester. Students coming for an entire academic year have priority over those coming for one semester. Also the date and time the housing application is submitted is taken into account (first come, first serve basis). The housing application process usually occurs in early June.
  • Living expenses in Nicosia can be high. Your own expenditure will depend on your lifestyle and the funds available to you.

Location & Facilities


  • The University of Cyprus is located in Nicosia, the capital of Cyprus. Nicosia is the island's largest city; it has retained its historical character in the preserved and renovated "Old City" center, located within the Venetian walls. These city walls, which separate the old town from the new, testify to Cyprus's long history of domination by foreign rulers. Nicosia is a modern commercial center, with a rich cultural and social and athletic life. A selection of theatres, cinemas, night clubs, restaurants and athletic centers enrich the visitor's stay.
  • Nicosia is the administrative, cultural, educational and religious center of the country, and is also geographically at the center of the island. Economic service (group) taxis and bus routes operate between all main cities.