University of Nicosia

The UNIC Campus

UNIC’s modern campus is made up of 20 purpose-built and customised buildings situated amid the urban landscape in the bustling suburb of Engomi in Nicosia. Over the last few years, we have invested over €100 million in our campus infrastructure.

The expansive layout of our campus allows us to provide specialised facilities to support each academic department. The whole neighbourhood is oriented towards student life, allowing for a unique social experience, characterised by community interaction, diversity, learning and fun.

In addition to the teaching facilities, the campus provides the full set of student amenities and support services. You can walk to almost any building on campus within 15 minutes, while there is a large free car park for off-campus students in the centre of campus. 

UNIC Residences

The University of Nicosia’s official student residences redefine modern student living. They consist of three separate complexes – SIX, U and TRIANGLE – which are among the most stunning student accommodations ever constructed in Europe.

UNIC Residences provide a multitude of dining, relaxing and entertainment options for residents, including 6 restaurants and cafes, an exclusive rooftop bar and lounge, gyms, TV rooms, games areas and more.

Located in the upscale neighbourhood of Makedonitissa, in Nicosia, the residences are surrounded by UNIC’s vibrant, urban campus that, in addition to 20 university buildings, is home to more than 70 restaurants, coffee shops, pubs and bars, all within walking distance.

Watch a video of the impressive UNIC Residences here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IRSb2SIi9BM

At UNIC, you become a member of the largest international student community in Cyprus. Our students come from over 70 countries across the globe, sharing their culture, traditions, history, music and food, in a vibrant, multicultural environment.

The student experience at UNIC is filled with many social events and activities. We hold a variety of exciting events throughout the year that both students and the general public can attend and which cater to the diversity of tastes that come with a global student body.

Whatever your hobby or interests, there are a number of student clubs and societies that you can get involved in, which stage a number of social activities, parties, day trips, nights-out and other gatherings.

Another way to meet people, make friends and have fun during your time at UNIC is through the countless events organised by our events team throughout the year. You can keep track of all happenings on and off campus through our online university events calendar which includes music concerts, exhibitions, cinematic screenings, lectures, exciting talks by guest speakers, and many more events. A number of these events are open to the greater public, and many are also planned and managed by students.

We welcome applications from students around the world, blending a diverse range of academic backgrounds, experiences, interests, talents and cultural heritage. The University is a lively community comprising a global student body from over 70 countries.

Admission to our University is granted under different categories, depending on the student’s qualifications and educational objectives. Our general admissions policy relies on the student’s previous academic performance, including their high school grades. The Medical School has separate admissions policies and procedures outlined on the Medical School website (www.med.unic.ac.cy).

Undergraduate Admission

The general admission requirement for entry to an undergraduate programme of study is a recognised High School Leaving Certificate or equivalent. Some programmes may have additional requirements, in which case, they are specified separately under the relevant programme details.

English Language Proficiency

English is the main language of instruction at our University. Students may be required to take UNIC’s NEPTON test, with no charge, before registering for classes, unless they have passed an internationally recognised English exam which indicates their level of English proficiency.

Undergraduate Transfer Students and Credits Earned at Other Universities

Our University welcomes transfer students from other accredited colleges and universities and accepts courses obtained from current and/or previous studies that are of the same quality and equivalency as courses offered at UNIC. Transfer credits may correspond to specific University courses or to specific categories such as Computer Electives, Humanities Electives, etc. Transfer credits will not count towards the student’s Cumulative Point Average - CPA (overall grade). Regardless of the credits transferred, students normally have to complete a minimum of 120 ECTS for a Bachelors degree.

Credit from National Testing Centres

Transfer credits are awarded for A-Level, selected GCSE, LCCI, and other similar qualifications.

Postgraduate Admission

The minimum requirement for admission into a Masters degree programme is a Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university. In addition to the minimum requirements, special admission requirements may apply for various departments. Please consult the website for an updated list of specific requirements. Further, students applying from selected countries may be required to have additional qualifications. The Office of Admissions will guide all applicants throughout the admission process.

English Language Proficiency

Master students satisfy the English requirements if their first degree was taught in English. Otherwise, they would need to present a minimum TOEFL score of 550 paperbased or 213 computer-based, GCSE "O" Level or IGCSE with minimum "C", IELTS with a score of 6.5, or a score placement at the ENGL-100 level of UNIC's NEPTON. The University offers English courses at various levels to help students reach the required standard for admission to a graduate programme. Postgraduate Transfer Students and Credits Earned at Other Universities Regardless of the credits transferred, students normally have to complete a minimum of 2/3 of the Masters' degree credits.

Programmes Taught in Greek

A certain number of undergraduate and graduate programmes focused solely on Cyprus and Greece are taught in Greek. Students on these programmes are not required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements.

UNIC prepares you for a career in your chosen field, providing you with the tools to excel post-graduation. Our faculty is active in, and maintains close links to, their respective industries on a global scale. This means you get to connect with top employers, giving you a competitive advantage when it comes to internship opportunities and securing a job.

Specifically, the UNIC Career Success Centre (UNIC CSC) aims to prepare you for a successful longterm global career by equipping you with the essential skills and competencies industry requires. The UNIC CSC provides you with vital insights and guidance with regards to your professional choices, supports you in exploring career opportunities and in developing key skills to help you reach your full potential.

You have access to information, advice and guidance, through a series of workshops, presentations and seminars, one-to-one meetings and other initiatives/events. With the support of UNIC CSC, you have the opportunity to find full- or part-time employment, internships and gain valuable career experience through a network of companies that cooperate with the University.

Global Career Opportunities

Many of our graduates are making a global impact in a variety of professions, across many sectors. They have gone on to work in renowned multinational companies, in Cyprus and also in their respective home countries, or have succeeded in launching successful businesses of their own in a variety of exciting industries.

These graduates include the first specialists in cryptocurrency and blockchain technology, who after graduating from our MSc in Digital Currency (the first full academic programme in this field), have become sought-after candidates worldwide.

Graduates also include the Medical School cohorts, with a 99% placement rate at top hospitals such as Oxford, Cambridge, Harvard and Mount Sinai.