University of Cyprus

University of Cyprus (UCY); the first public university of Cyprus. Here, you will find a wealth of useful information about our programs of study as well as the vast array of educational, research and social contributions of the university. You will also find information about the university’s structure, operation and fundamental objectives.

While being a relatively young university established in 1989, the University of Cyprus has established itself locally and internationally as an academic institution providing high quality programs of study, producing high-level research and making significant contributions to the development of our society.

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 7000 students.  In addition to its faculties and departments, the 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.

The UCY is globally networked and has substantial participation in international research activity. It actively contributes to European and international scientific developments, while many of the institution’s academics have earned international recognition for their teaching, research and scientific achievements.

The University is additionally engaged in a significant number of synergies, valuing highly the diversity of the various scientific fields and fostering polyphony in these areas. In recognizing the various functions that the University of Cyprus has to offer, it must be emphasized that at the very heart of the organization lies an ongoing dedication to quality teaching and life-long learning. Our pursuit is one of academic excellence, dedication and innovation.

In the extremely competitive global environment of academia, the University of Cyprus, with its highly qualified academic members, aims to attract excellent students from Cyprus and abroad. The quality of staff and students is a prerequisite for a successful university.

University of Cyprus aims to establish itself as a Pioneer Research Institution achieving International Scientific Recognition in European Higher Education, offering Competitive Programmes and to become a Centre of Excellence in the wider Euro - Mediterranean Region.

The main objectives of the University are twofold: the promotion of scholarship and education through teaching and research, and the enhancement of the cultural, social and economic development of Cyprus.

In this context, the University believes that education must provide more than simply accumulation of knowledge. It must also encourage students' active participation in the process of learning and acquisition of those values necessary for responsible involvement in the community. The University sets high standards for all branches of scholarship.

Research is promoted and funded in all departments for its contribution to scholarship in general and for its local and international applications.

The University of Cyprus was established in 1989 and admitted its first students in 1992. It was founded in response to the growing intellectual needs of the Cypriot people, and is well placed to fulfil the numerous aspirations of the country.

The University is a vigorous community of scholars engaged in the generation and diffusion of knowledge. Despite its brief history, the University of Cyprus has earned the respect of the international academic community and the appreciation of Cypriot society.

Admission for the majority of undergraduate students is by entrance examinations organized by the Ministry of Education and Culture of the Republic of Cyprus, and the competition for places is intense. A number of places are reserved for students with special needs or circumstances. Every effort is made to offer practical solutions to students facing specific problems, be it access to University facilities, or assistance on academic issues.