Studying in Cyprus is much more than a quality academic and learning process
It is a wonderful living experience in a stimulating, buzzing and safe environment, with year-round sunshine, captivating natural beauty and a rich historical and cultural landscape. Golden sandy beaches and clear blue waters, enchanting mountains, cosmopolitan cities and traditional villages, a vibrant nightlife and a variety of outdoor activities, all form a diverse and exciting offering that can cater to different lifestyle options and needs. Cypriots are known worldwide for their genuine and sincere hospitality and friendliness. English is widely spoken throughout the island.
A Holistic Global Academic Experience
Intellectual capital is the national economy’s most valuable asset, contributing to the country’s social and economic progress. Committed to excellence, the government of the Republic of Cyprus invests strongly in the education sector, while also concluding agreements on cooperation and mutual recognition of qualifications with several other countries. The Cypriot government spends 7% of its GDP on education, which is the third-largest allocation in the European Union after Denmark and Sweden. Therefore, studying in Cyprus offers international students an unprecedented opportunity to not only enrich their knowledge by renowned professionals in state-of-the-art local facilities, but also to benefit from mobility opportunities and gain a holistic global academic and cultural experience.
Quality Assurance and Enhancement
Placing great emphasis on quality assurance and quality enhancement of higher education institutions, the Cyprus Agency of Quality Assurance and Accreditation in Higher Education was established to improve internal and external quality assurance procedures as well as accreditation and recognition matters, while ensuring the increased competitiveness of the higher education sector.
Research
World class research initiatives have been set-up by international calibre researchers based in academic institutions and advanced research centres throughout Cyprus, placing the country high on the global research and development map. Creating value through ideas and encouraging scientific research across a wide range of disciplines, render Cyprus a growing knowledge hub in the Eastern Mediterranean offering exciting opportunities to students and young professionals from overseas who want to be part of the real change and progress in today’s society.
Encouraging Innovation, Startups and Entrepreneurship
Promoting research and innovation leads to a creative, knowledge-based society and a boosted entrepreneurial spirit. Promising business ideas and products find real support, mentoring and funding opportunities in Cyprus, developing into a strong and rapidly growing startups and innovation ecosystem, supported by a highly educated and experienced human talent and a range of incentives which render Cyprus a perfect choice to start and scale companies. Low launching operating costs, an attractive IP box, and the introduction of the Startup Visa for third country nationals aim to attract international innovators and multinational talent while promoting collaboration and co-creation within the wider global startup community.
Employability
Focused on cultivating a knowledge-based economy and investing in human talent, Cyprus has put in place a favourable and effective higher education framework, which emphasises on lifelong learning, internationalisation, and employability. Aligning curricula with international market trends, higher education in Cyprus ensures international employability of its graduates, developing the necessary skills to be able to effectively respond to today’s challenging and highly competitive global workplace.
Cost of Study
Cyprus is one of the most affordable study destinations for international students, and the cost of living in Cyprus is relatively lower compared to other European countries. On average (not always applicable) the cost of living in Cyprus, can be as much as 400-600 euros per month for international students.
