The University of Nicosia (UNIC, for short) is the place where you can build your future. It is the largest university in Cyprus, with more than 12,000 students from over 70 countries across the globe, coming together in an innovative and transformative learning space. Located in Nicosia, the country’s capital, and with a presence in 18 other cities worldwide, we are driven by our pursuit of excellence in teaching and learning, innovation, research, technology, and a continually evolving academic environment. The University of Nicosia empowers students and instills in them the confidence to make an impact in the world. Many of the degree programs and departments were the first of their kind in Cyprus. Over time, several programs such as Medicine, International Relations, Accounting, Law, and Architecture, have developed into some of the most well-regarded in Cyprus and in the region. Today, the University of Nicosia’s new programs focus on cutting-edge research, making us global leaders in certain fields, such as in our very successful initiative in Digital Currency/Blockchain Technology.

Why choose University of Nicosia?

1	Is the largest university in Cyprus, with more than 12,000 students from over 70 countries across the globe, coming together in an innovative and transformative learning space.

2	Provides excellence in teaching and learning, innovation, research, technology, and a continually evolving academic environment.

3	Empowers the students and instill in them the confidence to make an impact in the world.

University of Nicosia

All University of Nicosia Bachelor's, and Master's degrees are accredited by the Republic of Cyprus and are recognized in the European Union (EU) and internationally.

UNIC provides higher education in undergraduate and postgraduate studies.

Specifically, the programs of study is evaluated and accredited by the Cyprus Agency of Quality Assurance and Accreditation in Higher Education (DIPAE), which is registered with the European Quality Assurance Register for Higher Education (EQAR). This confirms the status and standard of the degrees and courses within the country and all around the world and is indicative of the quality and standards maintained by the university.

University of Nicosia Rankings

THE World University Rankings
QS World University Rankings EECA Region
THE Impact Rankings
QS Stars Rating
ECTS Label
Diploma Supplement Label
E-xcellence Associate in Quality
EFQM Award

University of Nicosia Tuition Fees

UNIC offers discounted tuition fees for European students, as well as scholarships and financial support, in the form of academic merit scholarships, financial status scholarships, sports scholarships, and on-campus work-study programmes.

University of Nicosia Dorms

The University of Nicosia’s official student dorms 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 restaurants and cafes, a mini-market, gyms, TV rooms, games areas, and more.

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.

University of Nicosia Distance Learning

UNIC recognizes that technology has a crucial part to play in higher education and that enhancing learning, teaching, and assessment through distance learning is one that can be addressed in their strategic vision and mission in higher education.

University of Nicosia Masters

The University of Nicosia offers online and face-to-face master's degrees, which aim at excellence in education, research, and social contribution. UNIC offers online master's degrees that contribute to the further development and professional success of its graduates to enable them to make a meaningful contribution to, support, and facilitate the social and economic progress of their country.