Study in Cyprus
English-taught EU degrees on a Mediterranean island, with strong business and hospitality schools.
What makes Cyprus worth considering
Cyprus is an EU member where English is very widely used in higher education and daily life. Its universities have grown quickly, particularly in business, hospitality and maritime studies, and the island offers a mild climate year round.
English widely used
English is used extensively in teaching, business and daily life across the island.
EU member state
An EU degree with recognition across Europe.
Business and hospitality
Well-developed programmes in business, hospitality, tourism and maritime studies.
Mediterranean climate
Over 300 days of sunshine a year and a relaxed coastal lifestyle.
Moderate costs
Tuition and living costs sit below Western European levels.
Safe environment
One of the lowest crime rates in the European Union.
Key facts
Popular courses
- University of Cyprus
- Cyprus University of Technology
- University of Nicosia
- European University Cyprus
- Frederick University
- Neapolis University Pafos
- Cyprus International University
- UCLan Cyprus
About Cyprus
Country facts
Cyprus is an island EU member state in the eastern Mediterranean with about 1.3 million people. Greek and Turkish are official languages, and English is very widely spoken. Nicosia is the capital; Limassol and Larnaca are major coastal cities.
Higher education system
Cypriot higher education includes public and private universities and colleges. Degrees follow the Bologna framework and many are validated or delivered jointly with UK institutions, which is why English-taught provision is unusually broad for the region.
Admission requirements
- Secondary or bachelor's qualification appropriate to the level
- IELTS 6.0 or equivalent English proof
- Apostilled and translated academic documents
- Medical tests including chest X-ray and blood tests
- Bank guarantee or proof of funds
- Police clearance certificate
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