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The University of Nicosia (UNIC) is the largest university in Cyprus, and the largest university in Southern Europe that teaches primarily in English, welcoming 11,500+ students from over 70 countries across the globe.
UNIC has been investing in developing programmes, sometimes with partner universities focusing on global careers, building research capabilities in areas relating to the 4th industrial revolution, and improving the student experience both on-campus and online. These efforts have been recognised in our most recent ranking.
Moreover, the University’s global outlook and internationalisation efforts have recently been recognised by QS World University Rankings, with UNIC being ranked among the top 100 universities in the Emerging Europe and Central Asia (EECA) Region.
UNIC is a comprehensive university with over 100 conventional on-campus and online/distance learning programmes of study, with particular strengths in medicine, health sciences, blockchain, law, accounting, architecture, international relations, education, computer science, and engineering.
UNIC founded the first and largest Medical School in Cyprus by offering the St George’s, University of London Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) graduate-entry programme. Building on this experience, the School has since added an undergraduate-entry medical programme and a number of postgraduate degrees, and also established global partnerships with renowned clinical hospitals in Chicago, Baltimore,Tel Aviv and Barnsley.
Our University has been a pioneer in online/distance learning education in Europe, supporting both its own degree programs, as well as those of its joint degree partners. UNIC is the first university in the European Union to be awarded a 5-Star QS rating for Online/distance Learning by the QS Intelligence Unit.
UNIC offers the top blockchain/cryptocurrency academic program in the world. It was the first university globally to offer a course and degree programme in the field and is regularly recognised as a global leader.
We offer joint or dual degrees with partner universities with complementary expertise, including Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Panteion University, University of Peloponnese, University of Patras, Hellenic Open University, University of Padova, University of Zagreb, and Western Sydney University.
Our University provides a student-focused learning environment with small class sizes (average 13:1 student/ faculty ratio), a wide range of laboratories for hands-on student experience, and innovative teaching methods (including problem-based learning).
UNIC is currently a coordinator or partner in multiple Horizon2020 research consortiums, the EU’s flagship research projects. These entail tackling contemporary societal challenges and enhancing Europe’s global competitiveness, in collaboration with partners that include some of the leading research universities in the world (University of Cambridge, University of Barcelona, Telecom Paris Tech, University of Münster, and Hebrew University of Jerusalem).
UNIC is widely regarded as having the most developed university Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Initiative in the world. In addition to teaching, it has made significant progress in research and development in key areas of Certificate issuance.
The M4 (Makridakis 4) is the latest edition of the premier academic forecasting competition in the world, featuring 248 teams from 48 countries across the globe. The revolutionary M-Competitions have substantially contributed to improving forecasting accuracy and informing practitioners on the most appropriate forecasting method to use for their specific needs.
UNIC works closely with the Cyprus Institute of Neurology & Genetics (CING) in the field of biomedical sciences. The partnership has a strong focus on research, as well as activities relating to academic programmes (teaching, international student recruitment, and common student and faculty services), particularly as relates to CING’s Cyprus School of Molecular Medicine.
UNIC’s AI Lab aims at developing cutting-edge technology as well as state-of-the art research in the fields of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Data Science.
UNIC’s modern campus is made up of 20 purpose-built and customised buildings situated amid the urban landscape in the upscale neighbourhood of Engomi in Nicosia. Over the last few years, UNIC has invested over €100 million in our campus infrastructure.
The newly built UNIC Residences consist of three separate complexes – SIX, U and TRIANGLE – and are some of the most stunning and architecturally distinct student residences in the world. They will house a total of 864 students, with first-year incoming students at the University guaranteed accommodation.
The UNIC City neighbourhood is oriented towards student life, allowing for a unique social experience, characterised by community interaction, diversity, learning and fun. With a variety of on and off-campus facilities and a wide choice of restaurants, cafés, shops, nightlife, and other entertainment, you can enjoy a fantastic social life.
Nicosia was ranked by the Financial Times as the top small city in Europe for human capital and lifestyle, ahead of Cambridge, Oxford and Geneva. It offers a terrific student life and a multicultural community that boasts tens of thousands of students from over 70 countries.
Cyprus was ranked as the safest country in the world for young people (World Health Organisation – WHO, 2017). It hosts 30,000 university students and has an affordable cost of living. It is one of the sunniest countries in Europe, with over 300 days of sunshine annually, and is one of the top tourist destinations in the Mediterranean, within easy reach of Europe, Asia and Africa.
The University of Nicosia (UNIC) is the largest university in Cyprus, and the largest university in Southern Europe that teaches primarily in English, welcoming 11,500+ students from over 70 countries across the globe.
UNIC has been investing in developing programmes, sometimes with partner universities focusing on global careers, building research capabilities in areas relating to the 4th industrial revolution, and improving the student experience both on-campus and online. These efforts have been recognised in our most recent ranking.
Moreover, the University’s global outlook and internationalisation efforts have recently been recognised by QS World University Rankings, with UNIC being ranked among the top 100 universities in the Emerging Europe and Central Asia (EECA) Region.
UNIC is a comprehensive university with over 100 conventional on-campus and online/distance learning programmes of study, with particular strengths in medicine, health sciences, blockchain, law, accounting, architecture, international relations, education, computer science, and engineering.
UNIC founded the first and largest Medical School in Cyprus by offering the St George’s, University of London Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) graduate-entry programme. Building on this experience, the School has since added an undergraduate-entry medical programme and a number of postgraduate degrees, and also established global partnerships with renowned clinical hospitals in Chicago, Baltimore,Tel Aviv and Barnsley.
Our University has been a pioneer in online/distance learning education in Europe, supporting both its own degree programs, as well as those of its joint degree partners. UNIC is the first university in the European Union to be awarded a 5-Star QS rating for Online/distance Learning by the QS Intelligence Unit.
UNIC offers the top blockchain/cryptocurrency academic program in the world. It was the first university globally to offer a course and degree programme in the field and is regularly recognised as a global leader.
We offer joint or dual degrees with partner universities with complementary expertise, including Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Panteion University, University of Peloponnese, University of Patras, Hellenic Open University, University of Padova, University of Zagreb, and Western Sydney University.
Our University provides a student-focused learning environment with small class sizes (average 13:1 student/ faculty ratio), a wide range of laboratories for hands-on student experience, and innovative teaching methods (including problem-based learning).
UNIC is currently a coordinator or partner in multiple Horizon2020 research consortiums, the EU’s flagship research projects. These entail tackling contemporary societal challenges and enhancing Europe’s global competitiveness, in collaboration with partners that include some of the leading research universities in the world (University of Cambridge, University of Barcelona, Telecom Paris Tech, University of Münster, and Hebrew University of Jerusalem).
UNIC is widely regarded as having the most developed university Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Initiative in the world. In addition to teaching, it has made significant progress in research and development in key areas of Certificate issuance.
The M4 (Makridakis 4) is the latest edition of the premier academic forecasting competition in the world, featuring 248 teams from 48 countries across the globe. The revolutionary M-Competitions have substantially contributed to improving forecasting accuracy and informing practitioners on the most appropriate forecasting method to use for their specific needs.
UNIC works closely with the Cyprus Institute of Neurology & Genetics (CING) in the field of biomedical sciences. The partnership has a strong focus on research, as well as activities relating to academic programmes (teaching, international student recruitment, and common student and faculty services), particularly as relates to CING’s Cyprus School of Molecular Medicine.
UNIC’s AI Lab aims at developing cutting-edge technology as well as state-of-the art research in the fields of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Data Science.
UNIC’s modern campus is made up of 20 purpose-built and customised buildings situated amid the urban landscape in the upscale neighbourhood of Engomi in Nicosia. Over the last few years, UNIC has invested over €100 million in our campus infrastructure.
The newly built UNIC Residences consist of three separate complexes – SIX, U and TRIANGLE – and are some of the most stunning and architecturally distinct student residences in the world. They will house a total of 864 students, with first-year incoming students at the University guaranteed accommodation.
The UNIC City neighbourhood is oriented towards student life, allowing for a unique social experience, characterised by community interaction, diversity, learning and fun. With a variety of on and off-campus facilities and a wide choice of restaurants, cafés, shops, nightlife, and other entertainment, you can enjoy a fantastic social life.
Nicosia was ranked by the Financial Times as the top small city in Europe for human capital and lifestyle, ahead of Cambridge, Oxford and Geneva. It offers a terrific student life and a multicultural community that boasts tens of thousands of students from over 70 countries.
Cyprus was ranked as the safest country in the world for young people (World Health Organisation – WHO, 2017). It hosts 30,000 university students and has an affordable cost of living. It is one of the sunniest countries in Europe, with over 300 days of sunshine annually, and is one of the top tourist destinations in the Mediterranean, within easy reach of Europe, Asia and Africa.
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University of Nicosia Global Semesters offers scholarships to students who submit their program confirmation deposit early!
SPRING TERM
SUMMER TERM
FALL TERM
* If your home institution has a direct billing agreement with GS, these scholarships and discounts may not apply, or may have different deadlines. Please consult your GS advisor for more details.
Airfare to Florence
Airfare from the United States (New York) to Florence can range between $850 and $1,300, depending on the season and how far in advance the ticket was purchased. Connecting flights from other cities in the United States can add between $0 and $400 to this cost. We encourage students to finalize travel arrangements as early as possible to avoid high airfares.
Airport Pickup
UNGS will arrange to pick up students on the arrival date for the program. Students who arrive in Florence before the designated arrival date are responsible for arranging their own transportation and housing. All enrolled students will receive the pickup information prior to the start of the study abroad program.
University of Nicosia Global Semesters offers scholarships to students who submit their program confirmation deposit early!
SPRING TERM
SUMMER TERM
FALL TERM
* If your home institution has a direct billing agreement with GS, these scholarships and discounts may not apply, or may have different deadlines. Please consult your GS advisor for more details.
Airfare to Florence
Airfare from the United States (New York) to Florence can range between $850 and $1,300, depending on the season and how far in advance the ticket was purchased. Connecting flights from other cities in the United States can add between $0 and $400 to this cost. We encourage students to finalize travel arrangements as early as possible to avoid high airfares.
Airport Pickup
UNGS will arrange to pick up students on the arrival date for the program. Students who arrive in Florence before the designated arrival date are responsible for arranging their own transportation and housing. All enrolled students will receive the pickup information prior to the start of the study abroad program.
