University of CyprusNicosia Cyprus

Cyprus

Mediterranean island country

Official languages: Greek and Turkish

Population: 1,120,489 (2011 est.)

Moderate Climate w/ warm summers & mild winters

Nicosia (Lefkoşa)

The 1000 year old capital of

Cyprus is located in the heart of

the island. The city offers a

mixture of ancient sites as well as

a highly developed infrastructure

with a modern look.

Nicosia

Lefkoşa is the Turkish name for Nicosia

Capital Population: 240,000 (2009)

Transportation around the city: Public transport, taxi cab & walking

Centrally located so day trips to other cities are easy!

Original city surrounded by an ancient wall

Home to many ancient sites and other exciting places to visit

University of Cyprus

Established in 1989

First students admitted in 1992

Student Population:

4691 Undergraduate & 1549 Graduate

Twenty One Departments

Basic Program Requirements

Good Knowledge of Greek or Turkish Departments of English French and Modern Language

are taught in English and French School of Modern Greek – aim to teach non-native

speakers and foreigners Greek

Application must be submitted from April 1-30th of entrance year Submit to Academic Affairs and Student Welfare

Services

Visa is required for non-EU students

Contact Cyprus Embassy/High Commission to see if any additional documents are required

Program Requirements

Different for each department

Possible Departments / Programs of Study:

Required Documents

Send to the Academic Affairs and Student Welfare Office :

1. Passport sized photo

2. Attested copies of High School Leaving Certificate (Lower & Higher Secondary) mark sheets and other qualifications

3. Attested copy of passport copy

Valid for at least its intended course of study or for two years

4. Attested copy of the Police Clearance Certificate

Valid for no more than 6 months

Required Documents Cont.

5. Attested copy of the Bank letter stating that the student's sponsor has the financial ability to support his/her living tuitions and repatriation expenses Valid for no more than 6 months Letter must clearly state the amount of €4000 & state

relationship with the sponsor Sponsor may only be father/mother/self

6. Attested copies of the blood test report (HIV Syphilis Hepatitis B C) and the chest X ray report (TB) Valid for 4 months

7.   €85.43 visa fee Non-refundable application fee

If all are submitted to University by August they will submit to the Migration Authorities for

approval

Arrival Checklist

Non-EU students must show the following at the Immigration Authorities at Larnaca Airport:

1)    All above documents submitted during visa interview

2)    Original passport with original Entry Visa to Cyprus

3)    Cash and /or travelers´ checks for a minimum of €1600

4)    Open ticket valid for return to home country.

Accommodations:

Apply for housing through the Housing Office in the Academic Affairs and Student Welfare Service

Limited spaces available

Student Halls on Campus

Some off campus private accommodations available

Cost of Living is High Around €700 – €1000 per month including rent

Grading System

Numerical and

Ranges from 0 to 10 by increments of 0.5.

Minimum passing grade is 5.0.

Grade Point Average calculated on the basis of the average grades for all courses

Final GPA is recorded according to the following scheme:

"Excellent" (8.5 - 10) "Very Good" (6.5- 8.49) "Good" (5.0-6.49)

Helpful Websites

International Undergraduates http://www.ucy.ac.cy/default.aspx?w=acafsw&l=en-

US&p=UndergraduateOffice

Postgraduate Students http://www.ucy.ac.cy/goto/acafsw/en-US/

PostgraduateOffice.aspx

Nicosia City Information http://www.nicosia.org.cy/english/greekhome.shtm

Embassy of Cyprus http://www.cyprusembassy.net/home/

Fun Facts and Travel Tips

Nicosia is one of the last divided capitals in the world!

Republic of Northern Cyprus and the Greek controlled South are divided by the ‘Green Line’

Commandaria, a red wine considered one of the oldest in the world, is made here.

Check with your local doctor to see if any immunizations are needed before you travel!

Pack light cotton clothes for summer months and warmer clothes and rain gear for winter time.

Cyprus is known of playground of the Gods.

People drive of the left side of the road!

Has one of the lowest crime rates in the world.