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University of CyprusNicosia Cyprus
Cyprus
Mediterranean island country
Official languages: Greek and Turkish
Population: 1,120,489 (2011 est.)
Moderate Climate w/ warm summers & mild winters
Nicosia (Lefkoşa)
The 1000 year old capital of
Cyprus is located in the heart of
the island. The city offers a
mixture of ancient sites as well as
a highly developed infrastructure
with a modern look.
Nicosia
Lefkoşa is the Turkish name for Nicosia
Capital Population: 240,000 (2009)
Transportation around the city: Public transport, taxi cab & walking
Centrally located so day trips to other cities are easy!
Original city surrounded by an ancient wall
Home to many ancient sites and other exciting places to visit
University of Cyprus
Established in 1989
First students admitted in 1992
Student Population:
4691 Undergraduate & 1549 Graduate
Twenty One Departments
Basic Program Requirements
Good Knowledge of Greek or Turkish Departments of English French and Modern Language
are taught in English and French School of Modern Greek – aim to teach non-native
speakers and foreigners Greek
Application must be submitted from April 1-30th of entrance year Submit to Academic Affairs and Student Welfare
Services
Visa is required for non-EU students
Contact Cyprus Embassy/High Commission to see if any additional documents are required
Program Requirements
Different for each department
Possible Departments / Programs of Study:
Required Documents
Send to the Academic Affairs and Student Welfare Office :
1. Passport sized photo
2. Attested copies of High School Leaving Certificate (Lower & Higher Secondary) mark sheets and other qualifications
3. Attested copy of passport copy
Valid for at least its intended course of study or for two years
4. Attested copy of the Police Clearance Certificate
Valid for no more than 6 months
Required Documents Cont.
5. Attested copy of the Bank letter stating that the student's sponsor has the financial ability to support his/her living tuitions and repatriation expenses Valid for no more than 6 months Letter must clearly state the amount of €4000 & state
relationship with the sponsor Sponsor may only be father/mother/self
6. Attested copies of the blood test report (HIV Syphilis Hepatitis B C) and the chest X ray report (TB) Valid for 4 months
7. €85.43 visa fee Non-refundable application fee
If all are submitted to University by August they will submit to the Migration Authorities for
approval
Arrival Checklist
Non-EU students must show the following at the Immigration Authorities at Larnaca Airport:
1) All above documents submitted during visa interview
2) Original passport with original Entry Visa to Cyprus
3) Cash and /or travelers´ checks for a minimum of €1600
4) Open ticket valid for return to home country.
Accommodations:
Apply for housing through the Housing Office in the Academic Affairs and Student Welfare Service
Limited spaces available
Student Halls on Campus
Some off campus private accommodations available
Cost of Living is High Around €700 – €1000 per month including rent
Grading System
Numerical and
Ranges from 0 to 10 by increments of 0.5.
Minimum passing grade is 5.0.
Grade Point Average calculated on the basis of the average grades for all courses
Final GPA is recorded according to the following scheme:
"Excellent" (8.5 - 10) "Very Good" (6.5- 8.49) "Good" (5.0-6.49)
Helpful Websites
International Undergraduates http://www.ucy.ac.cy/default.aspx?w=acafsw&l=en-
US&p=UndergraduateOffice
Postgraduate Students http://www.ucy.ac.cy/goto/acafsw/en-US/
PostgraduateOffice.aspx
Nicosia City Information http://www.nicosia.org.cy/english/greekhome.shtm
Embassy of Cyprus http://www.cyprusembassy.net/home/
Fun Facts and Travel Tips
Nicosia is one of the last divided capitals in the world!
Republic of Northern Cyprus and the Greek controlled South are divided by the ‘Green Line’
Commandaria, a red wine considered one of the oldest in the world, is made here.
Check with your local doctor to see if any immunizations are needed before you travel!
Pack light cotton clothes for summer months and warmer clothes and rain gear for winter time.
Cyprus is known of playground of the Gods.
People drive of the left side of the road!
Has one of the lowest crime rates in the world.