Duration
3 years
Starting Date
September
Application Deadline
14 June 2026
Tuition Fee
€ 5,300
Location
Nicosia, Cyprus
About the programme
In a world shaped by rapid urbanisation, both cities and rural areas are vital for a sustainable future. The joint Bachelor in Urban Sustainability Studies, designed by the Young Universities for the Future of Europe Alliance, offers an innovative, interdisciplinary education to tackle real-life challenges head-on. Customise your learning path, explore diverse landscapes, and lead the way in urban sustainability across Europe with YUFE!
Over three dynamic years, you will shape your learning journey to match your strengths and interests. The first year of Urban Sustainability Studies programme from University of Cyprus covers essential skills at your starting university. In the second and third years, you personalise your studies through YUFE minors and study at two to three different universities across Europe. The programme culminates in a dissertation to showcase your expertise. You finish the Bachelor with a degree awarded by seven European Universities.
The University of Cyprus aims to establish itself as a Pioneer Research Institution, achieving international scientific recognition in European higher education, becoming a Centre of Excellence in the wider Euro-Mediterranean region. Nicosia is a historical city blending diverse cultures, where ancient ruins meet modern life.
Career Opportunities
The YUFE Bachelor in Urban Sustainability Studies is a brand-new, innovative programme launching at the University of Cyprus in the academic year 2026–2027. As one of the first students to join, you will be among the pioneer graduates of this international and multidisciplinary programme.
The programme’s Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) provide you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to pursue careers in the field of urban sustainability. Spanning economics, business, urbanism, engineering, environmental sciences, and the humanities, our interdisciplinary approach bridges professional fields and enhances your global perspective.
Courses Included
- Cities and Citizens in European History
- Comparative Politics of Developing Nations
- Energy and Climate Change
- Critical thinking for the Humanities
- English Academic Writing
- Contemporary Urban Developments
- Greek Language and Civilization
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