University of Nicosia
Studying at the University of Nicosia
Information about the University of Nicosia for Prospective Students
Study at UNIC Nicosia
UNIC offers over 100 on-campus and E-Learning/Distance Learning (Online) programmes of study, many of which were the first of their kind in Cyprus and the wider region.
Schools Offering Programmes at Nicosia’s Campus
- School of Business
- School of Education
- School of Humanities and Social Sciences
- School of Law
- School of Life and Health Sciences
- Medical School
- School of Sciences and Engineering
- School of Veterinary Medicine
Study at UNIC Athens
UNIC Athens has officially begun its operations in November 2025, currently offering 9 accredited undergraduate programmes, spanning from 6 schools. Additionally, it aims to having 2 postgraduate programmes (MBA and PhD in Medical Sciences) accredited with a target launch within 2026.
Over time, UNIC will introduce at UNIC Athens a comprehensive set of academic programmes at the bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral levels.
Schools Offering Programmes at Athens’ Campus
- School of Business
- School of Humanities and Social Sciences
- School of Law
- School of Life and Health Sciences
- Medical School
- School of Sciences and Engineering
Research
The University of Nicosia is committed to conducting high-quality basic, applied, and interdisciplinary research that benefits society on a national and global scale. To this end, we are continually strengthening our research infrastructure and directing our focus in line with the Fourth Industrial Revolution, with an emphasis on research advancements in the fields of Disruptive Technologies and Health.
The University also participates in a wide field of research, with local and international interest. . Learn more here.
Career
96% of UNIC graduates are employed within 18 months of completing their degree.
Employment rate by School
- School of Medicine - 100% of graduates have been offered positions at over 300 medical centres around the world (UK, USA, Canada, Israel, Australia, France, Ireland, Malta, Cyprus and more)
- School of Law – 97%
- School of Business – 97%
- School of Education – 95%
- School of Sciences and Engineering – 95%
- School of Life and Health Sciences – 93%
- School of Humanities and Social Sciences – 93%
Accreditation
A Global University
In the 2026 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, UNIC is ranked among the top 501–600 universities worldwide for the fourth consecutive year. The University also ranks among the top 151 universities in the European Union and 1st amongst the Greek and Cypriot Universities for Research Quality.
UNIC achieves top rankings globally in the 2026 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings by Subject, with notable results across six subject areas. For more information about the University of Nicosia rankings, click here.
Today, UNIC hosts more than 11,500 students from over 100 countries, making it the largest university in Southern Europe that teaches primarily in English. The majority of UNIC students hail from Europe and North America, adding to the University’s multinational profile and reflecting the evolution in the past decade towards a decidedly international UNIC student body.
UNIC strives to cultivate an academically stimulating environment that is student-centered and promotes active self-learning, imparting lifelong learning skills and competences to its students through smaller than average class sizes, a wide range of laboratories and innovative teaching methods.
Student Clubs
The student experience at UNIC is filled with many social events and activities.
UNIC Nicosia holds a variety of exciting events throughout the year that both students and the public can attend, and which cater to the diversity of tastes that come with a global student body.
In the Athens’ campus, sports and recreation are at the heart of our commitment to a balanced and active student life. UNIC Athens collaborates closely with the Sports Department of Elliniko Municipality, which operates under the philosophy of “Sports & Quality for All”, providing access to exceptional sports programmes and facilities in Athens.
Accommodation
UNIC Nicosia 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. Find out more here.
Watch a video of the impressive UNIC Residences here.
UNIC Athens
The University will soon offer various accommodation options to meet the needs of its multicultural student population. For students seeking accommodation, the Housing Office operating within the Student Affairs Department will provide support in finding suitable options, including shared housing, apartments, or private student accommodation. Find out more here.