University preparation in Cyprus for international students

Effective preparation for a university in Cyprus begins with the choice of specialty and educational institution - the choice is wide, so it is necessary to approach it with responsibility and attention. Cyprus higher education institutions offer the following specialties:

• advertising and marketing;
• business and economics;
• hospitality and tourism;
• IT-technologies;
• medical specialties;
• exact sciences;
• legal industries;
• management;
• international relations.

This is not a complete list of specialties, but it includes the most relevant and popular options. Receiving education in the universities of Cyprus, a number of opportunities open up for Russians and other foreigners. The level of education on the island is not worse than in England or the United States - a diploma is valued in any country in the world, it gives a chance to get a position in prestigious companies with a worldwide reputation: Hilton, Marriot, Google, Apple, Samsung.

Representatives of international companies look at capable students in the process of their training and offer them jobs with career growth. Graduates of Cypriot universities become top managers, successful businessmen, outstanding scientists and doctors. The cost of studying in Cyprus is lower than in elite universities in Europe and America, but Cyprus gives no less opportunities.

Sam Jones

Recruitment Director for Partnership with INTO Universities (Europe and Central Asia)

What firstly should be considered when choosing a university? Subjects, employer value, percentage of employment in the first year after graduation?

It depends on the student - everyone determines the most important criteria for himself. I would advise you to take several rankings and compare them with each other, plus take into account the cost of the course, the location of the university and its scale, the percentage of graduates' employment. See where graduates continue their studies or where they go to work.

Preparation for entering a university in Cyprus begin with English courses. TOEFL or IELTS certificates are the main requirement for admission to universities, you need to be well prepared for them. Cyprus linguistic programs have a number of advantages:

Language programs involve studying in the afternoon, in the evening - practice in the form of games, recreation and excursions. Students get acquainted with foreigners who came to the same courses - they communicate with each other in English, constantly practicing the language. In Cyprus, a British dialect is spoken. Much attention is paid to the physical education of students - swimming pool, gym, fitness, swimming in the Mediterranean. Cyprus attracts not only with its warm climate and education - it is a country with a long history and culture, with which students can get to know at the weekend.

Teachers of language camps and schools can help find affordable accommodation near your school. There are three types of accommodation for foreign students studying in Cyprus:

In addition to obtaining a certificate of knowledge of English, some universities ask you to write a small motivation letter - it needs to tell about yourself, the reasons for choosing education in Cyprus, why this university and specialty. Additionally, extracts with grades from the previous place of study or a certificate from school may be required. To enter a university in Cyprus is simple - the main thing is to have a desire and confidence in this choice.

The advantages of preparing for a university in Cyprus are discussed in the previous section. The main plus is a chance to get a place in a prestigious European university. There are also academic programs at universities that prepare for study. Studying in Cyprus is a unique English practice, which is important for further career and business. Higher educational institutions of Cyprus have a large number of advantages:

• A wide choice of specialties.
• “Second Chance” - some universities accept applicants from abroad without a certificate of English proficiency, offering language courses lasting one year, and after such courses students can enter the chosen university. 
• Cost - a year of study at universities in Cyprus costs from 3500 €.
• Exchange programs - an opportunity to graduate from a more elite university in Europe or the USA.
• Scholarship programs from the state and universities, covering up to 50% of the cost of studying - a chance to get a European education for purposeful students, even from low-income families.

For children and adults receiving education in Cyprus, life provides significant benefits that help in later life. Do not put off an important decision and do not be afraid to send your child to study in Cyprus - the island has a minimum crime rate, there are experienced teachers who take care of children and ensure their safety. Studying in Cyprus is an experience that allows you to independently achieve success.