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Semester in Cyprus: Humanities and Social Sciences

Price
From$11,550
Price
From$11,550

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Overview

UNIC has a lot to offer social sciences and humanities students. UNIC is a leader in Eastern Mediterranean Studies, which explore peace and conflict, energy security, geopolitics, and diplomacy.

Our Communications department gives you world-class equipment and lab facilities, and internship opportunities.

Our Psychology courses and degree teach to the style of the American Psychological Association, and most faculty in the department have studied and trained in the United States.

Minimum Admission Requirements

  • Attending College or University
  • 2.5 GPA or Higher
  • Completed 30 Academic Credits (Before Program)
  • Over 18 Years Old

Exceptions may apply. Admission is not guaranteed!

  • Attending College or University
  • 2.5 GPA or Higher
  • Completed 30 Academic Credits
    (Before Program)
  • Over 18 Years Old

Exceptions may apply.
Admission is not guaranteed!

Curriculum

Students choose courses for up to 30 ECTS from the catalog of regularly scheduled Spring and Fall semester courses offered at the University of Nicosia.

We have courses available in:

European Studies and International Relations

  • Conflict and Peace Studies
  • Diplomacy
  • Energy Security
  • Mediterranean and Middle East Studies
  • Strategic Studies
  • International Law

Communications

  • Digital Communications and Mass Media
  • Journalism
  • Radio, TV and Digital Broadcasting Media
  • Film and Creative Media Production
  • Public Relations, Advertising and Marketing
  • Digital Media and Communications

Languages and Literature

  • English Language and Literature
  • Modern Greek
  • Russian
  • German
  • French
  • Italian

Social Sciences

  • Psychology
  • Sociology

Final course schedules are posted shortly before each semester begins. You can get an idea of potential courses to be offered by looking at what is usually offered each term:

Spring Typically Offered Courses
Fall Typically Offered Courses

Course Schedule

NOTE: Please filter the form at the following link for the semester of interest – Language: “English”, Course Level “Undergraduate: Bachelor Degree” to see the schedule of courses available to you.

  • Courses designated as Erasmus, and with codes MED, EDUC, NUTR, SOWK, and BENG are not available to study abroad students.
  • Undergraduate students are only eligible for course numbers 100-499.
  • Practicum courses are approved on a case-by-case basis only.
UNIC Course Schedule
UNIC Course Syllabi

Excursions

Cyprus 7-City Tour

Students on our programs travel all around Cyprus as part of their program. Cyprus has 12,000 years of cultural history, world-famous beaches, and world-renowned geology.

In-Country Excursions:

Day Trips

  • Nicosia Tour
  • St. Hilarion – Kyrenia
  • Troodos Mountains

Weekend Trips (2 Nights Stay)

  • Ayia Napa – Famagusta
  • Limassol – Paphos

In-Country Excursions:

Day Trips

  • Nicosia Tour
  • St. Hilarion – Kyrenia
  • Troodos Mountains

Weekend Trips (2 Nights Stay)

  • Ayia Napa – Famagusta
  • Limassol – Paphos

Housing

All students are housed in Premium Single Studio Apartments with ensuite kitchens, bathrooms and private balconies in the hyper-modern UNIC Student Residences. Students have access to building amenities which may include a gym, game room, study room, TV room, laundry facilities, cafes and restaurants.

They consist of three separate complexes – SIX, U and TRIANGLE – which are among the most stunning student accommodations ever constructed in Europe.

UNIC Residences are located in the upscale neighbourhood of Makedonitissa, in Nicosia, and are surrounded by UNIC’s vibrant, urban campus that, in addition 20 university buildings, is home to more than 40 restaurants, coffee shops, pubs and bars, all within walking distance.

Program Dates

Spring 2021

  • The study program will begin on January 21-22, 2021 and end on June 2, 2021.

Program Itinerary
Download a Detailed Program Itinerary:
Cyprus-Based Programs (Spring 2021) Program Itinerary

Fall 2021

  • The study program will begin on September 16, 2021 and end on December 22, 2021.

Program Itinerary
Download a Detailed Program Itinerary:
Cyprus-Based Programs (Fall 2021) Program Itinerary

Program Fees

Spring & Fall 2021

$11,550

UNGS Program Fees

+$5,450

Optional Europe Trip

What's Included?

$11,550

UNGS Program Fees

+$5,450

Optional Europe Trip

What's Included?

  • There is an additional refundable damage deposit of $250, and a mandatory insurance of $200 that are not included in program fees.

Discounts

Spring 2021

  • Save $500! If you submit your confirmation deposit by December 15, 2020.

Fall 2021

  • Save $500! If you submit your confirmation deposit by August 31, 2021.
  • Discounts apply for students who submit their $1,000 non-refundable confirmation deposit by the discount deadline.

Sample Budget

Download a Detailed Program Fees Breakdown and a Sample Budget.

What's Included?

Airfare to Cyprus

Airfare from the United States (New York) to Cyprus 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 one or more bus pickups on the arrival date(s) at designated times. Students who arrive to Larnaca before the bus pickup time(s) can choose to wait for the bus to take them to Nicosia free of charge. All enrolled students will receive the bus pickup information a few months prior to the start of the study abroad program.

If students do not make the bus pickup, there are alternative means of transport from Larnaca to Nicosia (not free of charge), such as taxis or an airport shuttle. Larnaca airport is located about one hour by car from the program base in Nicosia.

Building Amenities

Access to the 12th Floor Rooftop UNIC Clubhouse

with Restaurant, Lounge & Infinity Pool Suspended in Mid-Air

(​Expected Summer 2019)

Reception & Security

24/7

Access Controls

Electronic

Laundry Facilities

Services

CCTV System

Wi-Fi Internet

Restaurants & Cafes

Game Areas

Study Areas

TV Room

Mini-Market

Gym

Bicycle Racks

Apartment Features

Double-Sized Bed

with Linens & Towels

En-Suite Bathroom

with Walk-In Shower

32” Flat-Screen TV

with Cable Access

Private Balcony

For Each Studio

Individually Controlled

A/C & Heating

Internet Access

Broadband

Desk

& Desk Chair

3 Door Wardrobe

with Drawer

Armchair

& Side Table

Kitchenette

Refrigerator

Microwave/Oven

What's Included?

Airfare to Cyprus

Airfare from the United States (New York) to Cyprus 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 one or more bus pickups on the arrival date(s) at designated times. Students who arrive to Larnaca before the bus pickup time(s) can choose to wait for the bus to take them to Nicosia free of charge. All enrolled students will receive the bus pickup information a few months prior to the start of the study abroad program.

If students do not make the bus pickup, there are alternative means of transport from Larnaca to Nicosia (not free of charge), such as taxis or an airport shuttle. Larnaca airport is located about one hour by car from the program base in Nicosia.

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What's Included?

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.

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Global Semesters will use the information you provide to process and evaluate your application. We may also use your info to provide you with ongoing updates about our programs by e-mail or phone. You can end communication with us at any time, by requesting not to be contacted again.