UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES

Approximately 1500 students are admitted to the University of Cyprus each year (at present there are 5300 undergraduate students). Admission for the majority of students is by entrance examinations set by the Ministry of Education and Culture of the Republic of Cyprus.

• The academic year comprises two semesters: Fall Semester (September-December) and Spring Semester (January-May).
• Attendance is compulsory.
• Eight (8) semesters are normally required for graduation, but in special cases the duration of studies may be extended to a maximum of twelve (12) semesters.

The programme of studies is based on credit units (ECTS), and 240 credit units are required for an undergraduate degree (as defined in the respective curricula). One academic year of full-time study should include undergraduate level courses equal to 60 credit units.

Each student receives planning and academic advice from his/her Academic Advisor.

Undergraduate Studies Scholarships For Non-EU Citizens

The University of Cyprus (UCY) is pleased to announce the offering of ten scholarships (50% of tuition fees only) for undergraduate studies (excluding the Medical School), for applications submitted in September 2021, made available to citizens from outside the EU.

Each scholarship will be valid for a four (4) year study duration. In the case where a scholarship bearer does not complete his/her studies within the four (4) year period (8 semesters), his/her scholarship will be terminated and no further contribution will be made towards the completion of his/her studies.

Successful candidates will have to follow a one-year Greek Language course at the UCY School of Modern Greek (at their own expense), so as to acquire a B2 level certificate before starting their undergraduate studies.

Requirements For Non-EU Students

• Being graduates of a Secondary School, recognized by the appropriate education authority of their country
• Certificate of good knowledge of Greek language
• Certificate of citizenship
• Copy of identity card or passport
• All candidates must meet the grade requirements that are defined by the UCY Departments

Tuition Fees

For Cypriots and other EU students tuition fees are €3,417 (Euro) per academic year and they are paid by the Republic of Cyprus.

For non-European students tuition fees are €6,834 (Euro) per academic Year.

POSTGRADUATE STUDIES

Applicants must have a University degree awarded by an accredited institution in the country where it operates, or a degree evaluated as equivalent to a University degree by the Cyprus Council for the Recognition of Higher Education Qualifications (KY.S.A.T.S). Individuals who will be awarded a University degree or Graduation certificate fulfilling the necessary criteria by the end of the week that precedes registration week, are also eligible to submit an application.

Applications should include the following:

• Application through the Online Application System of the University
• Two signed letters of recommendation in sealed envelopes. Some departments require three reference letters, so before submitting your application.
• Copies of university degrees or a statement of expected graduation in the month preceding enrolment in the postgraduate programme.
• Transcripts as appropriate.
• Curriculum vitae
• A short statement (maximum two pages) of the student’s research goals and interests.
• A preliminary research proposal for a PhD place (if this is stated in the departments regulations).

Criteria for assessment of applicants

The criteria for assessment of postgraduate candidates are the following:

• Academic background in the appropriate discipline and grades in other related degrees.
  Letters of recommendation.
• Personal interview at the discretion of each department.
• Written examination at the discretion of each department.
• Submission of a preliminary research proposal for a student place in a Phd programme (if this is stated in the departments’ regulations)
• Other criteria set by each department.

Required Levels of English language proficiency for studies in postgraduate programs

University of Cambridge Exams	IELTS	TOEFL(IBT)	Common European Framework
CPE Certificate of Proficiency in English	8.5 – 9	88-120	C2
CAE Certificate in Advanced English	7 – 8	70-88	C1
FCE First Certificate in English	5.5 – 6.5	50-70	B2
PET Preliminary English Test	4.0-5.0	10-50	B1