European University Cyprus
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European University Cyprus
European University Cyprus has estab-lished a reputation for quality educationwith a sharp focus on the employability of its students, and has been recognizedfor its investment in high tech innovation and engagement with industry and society.Over the last decade, the university has fostered a culture of modernization thathas resulted in levels of growth that have exceeded all expectations, upgrading thequality of tertiary education in Cyprus and defining a clear international orientationboth for the university and the country. European University Cyprus has introduced state-of-the-art technology and boosted the country’s health sector through the establishment of the most advanced School of Medicine in the region. With the launch of the first Dentistry program in the country, the university offers the most comprehensive studies in the fields of Medicine and the Health Sciences, and is attractingacademics and students from around the globe.
QS Top Universities (QS-StarsTM), the mostauthoritative international rating organization, has placed European University Cyprus among the topuniversities in the world granting it the highest dis-tinction of five Stars in teaching, facilities, employability, internationalization, inclusiveness/student support and social responsibility.
European University Cyprus’ inclusion among the top 301+ universities in the world in the Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings marks a particularly significant success, as the university ranks considerably higher than long established universities globally in key criteria. European University Cyprus is ranked an impressive 76th in terms of Decent Work and Economic Growth which evaluates areas such as sustainable growth, the work placement of students and the employability of graduates. Additionally, it is included in the 101+ best universities in the category of Industry, Innova-tion and Infrastructure.
The university’s auditoriums have hosted interna-tional dignitaries and globally acclaimed person-alities, and its lecture halls have been graced with Nobel Laureates and internationally acknowledged researchers and academics.
The establishment of the only Microsoft Innovation Center in Cyprus at the university, one of only 110such centers worldwide, has further strengthened the university’s focus on innovative research bysupporting start-ups and bringing government, academia and industry together to generate newideas through training, education and knowledge transfer.
The Republic of Cyprus, as a member of the European Union, is now experiencing a rapid returnto economic growth and is gradually achieving its declared strategic vision of making the country aneducational hub in the eastern Mediterranean. With the capacity to nurture, engage, innovate and progress, European University Cyprus remains a key driver in this pursuit.
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Time Line
Ioannis Gregoriou establishes the first Business College in Cyprus
under the name Cyprus College
The College’s Diplomas, Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees are
accredited by the Cyprus Council of Educational Accreditation
European University Cyprus joins the Laureate International
Universities network
European University Cyprus is granted University status by
the Republic of Cyprus Ministry of Education and Culture
1961 2000 2005 2007 2011
School of Medicine receives first prize for ‘Best Medical Installation’ and
first prize for ‘Best Education Solution’ in the Crestron International
Awards Competition
2009 Nobel laureate in Chemistry, Professor Ada E. Yonath and
1988 Nobel Laureate in Chemistry, Biochemist Robert Huber are
awarded Honorary Professorships and join faculty as Visiting Professors
QS TOP UNIVERSITIES assessment grants European University Cyprus
highest distinction of five-Stars in Teaching, Facilities, Inclusiveness/
Student Support, Social Responsibility and Internationalisation
The only Microsoft Innovation Center in Cyprus is established, one of only 110
centers worldwide
The President of Greece, Mr Prokopis Pavlopoulos receives an Honorary
Doctoral degree from the School of Law
U-Multirank grants European University Cyprus the highest ranking in
two key strategic areas, Research and International Orientation
European University Cyprus is ranked among the top 100 universities in the
world for “Energy and Climate Change” by UI GreenMetric World
Ranking Universities
The first Dentistry program in Cyprus is launched
U-Multirank places European University Cyprus among
the top 150 Universities of Europe for “Applied Knowledge Partnership”
and among the top 300 Universities for “Research and Research Linkages”
University receives EFQM 5-star accreditation for excellence
European University Cyprus becomes signatory to the Magna Charta Universi-tatum & the Magna Charta Observatory
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The first ‘Science Shop’ in Cyprus is inaugurated, implementing one of EU’s largest research programs
Former US President Bill Clinton is the keynote speaker at European University Cyprus
event on campus
The European University Cyprus’ School of Medicine is established
The Distance Education Unit is established
2011 2012 2013
The first Dentistry program in Cyprus is launched
U-Multirank places European University Cyprus among
the top 150 Universities of Europe for “Applied Knowledge Partnership”
and among the top 300 Universities for “Research and Research Linkages”
University receives EFQM 5-star accreditation for excellence
European University Cyprus becomes signatory to the Magna Charta Universi-tatum & the Magna Charta Observatory
European University Cyprus becomes part of Galileo Global Education,
Europe’s largest higher education group with a network of 37 institutions
on over 80 campuses in 10 countries and over 100,000 enrolled students
The European Commission awards European University Cyprus the
“HR Excellence in Research Logo”
The School of Medicine welcomes its first dentistry students for the
five-year course in Dental Surgery (BDS)
QS TOP UNIVERSITIES assessment grants European University Cyprus highest
distinction of five-Stars in Employability
European University Cyprus ranks among the 301+ universities on the Times Higher Education
Impact Rankings
Inventor of World Wide Web, Sir Timothy John Berners-Lee, is awarded an honorary doctorate by the
School of Sciences and the Department of Computer Science and Engineering
Mr. Laurant Fabius, President of the French Constitutional Council and Former Prime Minister
of France, is awarded an honorary doctorate by the School of Law
The EUC Medical School Program (Doctor of Medicine, MD) is officially recognized by the European Parliament and Council on the IMI
(Internal Market Information System) platform
2017 2018 2019
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Highlights
Honorary Doctorate to Founder of World Wide Web (WWW), Sir Timothy Berners-Lee
The University Senate declares Sir Timothy Bern-ers- Lee, founder of the World Wide Web (www), as Honorary Doctor of the Department of Com-puter Science and Engineering. According to TIME magazine, Sir Timothy Berners-Lee is among the “100 Brightest Minds of the Century.”
Honorary Professorship to Laurent Fabius, President of French Constitutional Council
Laurent Fabius, President of the French Constitutional Council, former Prime Minister of France, President of the French Parliament and Minister of Foreign Affairs, is named as an Honorary Professor of the School of Law. Mr. Fabius delivers his inaugural address “Protecting the Environment: Our Responsibilities to the Present and Future Generations” at the ceremony.
First Graduating Class of the School of MedicineA lifelong dream becomes reality for 17 students and history is made for the School of Medicine as the inaugural class becomes the doctors and scientists who will contribute to the healthcare sector around the globe.
The annual Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings have ranked European University Cyprus among world’s top 301+ universities. The University’s inclusion in the Times Higher Education University Impact Rank-ings marks a significant success, as in key criteria, the university ranks considerably higher than long established universities globally with an impressive 76th rank in Decent Work and Economic Growth which evaluates sectors such as sustainable growth, work placement of students and employability of graduates, while it is included in the 101+ of best universities in the sector of Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure.
Hadassah University Hospital, JerusalemA strategic alliance between the School of Medicine and Hadassah University Hospital will enable EUC Medical students to take part in innovative clinical training and research across multiple levels.
Hygeia Hospital, AthensThe exclusive agreement between the School of Medicine and Hygeia offers EUC Medical students the opportunity to do select junior or senior clerkships at Hygeia Hospital. This agreement deepens the relationship between the two institutions, supporting and advancing academic and clinical activities of common interest in the field of medicine.
2019 TOP 301+
European University Cyprus in 301+ Top Universities of Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings
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Dr. Marilena Theodorou named among the best in Neuro-Oncology Dr. Marilena Theodorou, Lecturer in Radiotherapy and Radiology Oncology, in the Department of Health Sciences, is elected to the Executive Board of the European Association of Neuro-Oncol-ogy (EANO) for 2018-2020. The EANO Board is made up of eight top European specialists from 70 member states. A specialist in brain tumors and childhood cancer, Dr. Theodorou’s election is recognition of her work and of the level of health sciences education at EUC.
EUC in U-Multirank RankingIn the European Commission’s U-Multirank 2019 rankings, (total participation of 1672 universities), European University Cyprus is placed among the top academic institutions, performing in the fields of Research (Arts Related Output - top 120); Knowledge Transfer (Spin off - top 164); Income from Continuous Development (top 150) and International Joint Academic Publications (top 181). In the Regional Engagement Category, the University scored 82% for Bachelor graduates working in the region and 95% for Master graduates working in the region.
UI GreenMetric World RankingEuropean University Cyprus ranked among the best in the world for 2018 from the international organization of universities ranking “Τhe GreenMetric Ranking of World Universities”. The organization aims to raise awareness of universities who display commitment and action towards environmental sustainability. In the category of “Energy and Climate Change,” European University Cyprus received the highest ranking of all private universities in Cyprus.
20th Annual Career Exhibition More than 100+ organizations from Cyprus and abroad participate in the 20th Annual Career Exhibition in March at the EUC Cultural Center. The exhibition is a major an-nual event organized by the EUC Career Center as part of its efforts to promote employability and industry links. Students learn about labor market trends, internships and part-time and full-time employment.
Cooperation protocol on research signedEuropean University Cyprus and the Foundation for Re-search and Technology which comprises eight research centres across Greece signed a cooperation protocol for the exchange of know-how, the joint participation in research proposals, the exchange of experts and the co-organization of conferences and seminars. The aim is to promote the research and education output of the two instuitutions and strengthen the scope of their con-tribution on a regional, national and European level.
European University Cyprus’ Centre of Excellence for Risk and Decision Sciences (CERIDES) secured more than €2.0 million in funding for the implementation of large-scale European research projects. Under the EU’s Horizon 2020 programme, CERIDES, which is a
cross disciplinary educational, research and consulting center, will participate in a series of projects that cover safety and security, environmental protection, data pro-tection and judicial and police cooperation.
CERIDES secures EU funding worth €2 million+
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Quick Facts
Part of Europe’s Largest Higher Education Group
37 Institutions100,000+ Students
Among the 301+ Top Universities in the World
76th for Decent Work and Economic Growth, which evaluates sectors such as sustainable growth, the work
placement of students and the employability of graduates
101+ for Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
2019 TOP 301+
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The first and only Dentistry program
in Cyprus
The Most Comprehensive studies in Medicine, Dentistry,
Health & Life Sciences23 programs, 11 exclusively
The only university in Cyprus with the highest distinction five Stars in Employability
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Τhe only Microsoft Innovation Center in Cyprus, one of the 110 Microsoft Innovation Centers worldwide
Nobel prize winners among the professors of the School of Medicine
€2 million+EU Funding
HR Excellence in Research Logo
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Quick Facts
18,000+Total Alumni
6500+ Students
75+ Nationalities on Campus
l 73% Bachelorl 25% Masterl 02% PhD
By Degree
l 86% Campus Basedl 14% Online
Delivery Mode
l 62% Cyprusl 31% Greecel 07% International
By Origin
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Erasmus+Agreementsin EU Countries
Graduate Satisfaction Rate341 96%
Companies recruiting at 2019 Career & Internship Fair
Events Hosted on Campus
Student Events on Campus
82% Graduate
Employment Rate
82% of our graduates have found jobs related to their field within six months of graduation
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735 Employeesl 70% Faculty
l 30% Administration
CompanyCampusVisits
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East Block
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Tower Building 1
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Tower Building 2
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North Block
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Campus Map
1 Office of Admissions (G floor)2 Microsoft Innovation Center (1st floor) 3 Distance Learning Unit (1st floor)4 Health Sciences Labs (2nd floor) 5 School of Medicine (3rd floor)6 Dentistry Clinic (4th floor)6 Cultural Center (1st floor)7 Advising Center (G floor)7
8 Cafeteria/Restaurant (G floor)9 School of Sciences (1st floor) School of Humanities, Social and Education Sciences (2nd floor) Technology Center (G floor) Library (2nd floor) Athletic Center Classrooms (1st & 2nd floor)
Rector’s Office (2nd floor)School of Business Administration (1st floor)School of Law (4th floor)Speech, Hearing & Language Clinic (3rd floor)Design Studios (1st floor)Unihalls Trinity - Student AccomodationCyprialife - Student AccomodationNew Life Health Center / Gym
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School of Professional Studies
Cyprus College
South Block
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STUDENTS APARTMENTSSTUDENT APARTMENTS
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Cultural Center■ Auditoriums Alpha, Beta,
Delta■ Conference Room Omega■ Indoor Amphitheater■ Orbis Outdoor Amphitheater
North Block■ Accounts Department■ Administration Offices■ Anatomy Labs■ Biochemistry Labs■ Career Center■ Classrooms■ Dentistry Clinic■ Distance Learning Unit■ Health & Safety Office
■ Health Sciences Labs■ Housing Office ■ Human Resources
Department■ Marketing & Events Office ■ Microsoft Innovation Center■ Music Center ■ Nursing labs■ Office of Admissions■ Physiotherapy labs■ Psychology Lab■ Reception/Information■ Student Services■ School of Medicine■ Sports Lab■ Underground Parking
Tower Building 1 ■ Graphic Design Studio■ Speech, Language and Hearing Clinic
Tower Building 2 ■ School of Business Administration■ School of Law■ Center of Applied Psychology
and Personal Development (KEPSYPA)
West Block■ Advising Center■ Cafeteria - Restaurant ■ First Aid Station■ Gymnastic Center■ Office of the Registrar■ School of Sciences■ School of Humanities, Social
and Education Sciences
East Block■ Classrooms ■ Erasmus Office■ Rector’s Office■ Research Center■ Senate Room■ Vice Rectors’ Offices
South Block■ Court Room■ Classrooms■ Library■ Radiology Lab■ Technology Center
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Programs of Study
THE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Doctor of Medicine, MD (6 years) Dental Surgery, BDS (5 years) Master Degrees (18 Months) Gerontology Infectious Diseases:
Prevention & Control THE SCHOOL OF LAWBachelor Degrees (4 years, LLB) Law - Cyprus Law Law - Greek Law Master Degree (18 Months, LLM) Law • International Commercial Law • Public LawDoctorate Degree Law
THE SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES, SOCIAL AND EDUCATION SCIENCESBachelor Degrees (4 years) Early Childhood Education Graphic Design Music PsychologyMaster Degrees (18 Months) Digital Media Early Childhood Education Psychology (2 years) • Clinical Special (Inclusive) Education Doctorate Degrees Education Sciences Music Education Psychology
THE SCHOOL OF SCIENCESBachelor Degrees (4 years) Biological Sciences (General Biology) Biological Sciences (General Microbiology) Biomedical Sciences Computer Engineering Computer Science Electrical and Electronic Engineering Mathematics Microsoft® Information Systems/ Web Technologies Nursing Nutrition and Dietetics Occupational Therapy Pharmacy (5 years) Physiotherapy Radiodiagnostics - Radiotherapy Speech and Language Therapy Sports Science and Physical Education Master Degrees (18 Months) Applied Nutrition and Dietetics Cancer Biology Cybersecurity Midwifery Nursing Occupational Safety and Health Speech-Language Pathology Sport Physiotherapy Sports Science Doctorate Degrees Computing/Computer Science Nursing Occupational Safety and Health Physiotherapy Public Health
THE SCHOOL OF BUSINESSADMINISTRATIONBachelor Degrees (4 years) Accounting Aviation Management Business Economics Business Studies Hospitality and Tourism Management Marketing Communications & Social Media Master Degrees (18 Months) Business Administration (MBA) Doctorate Degree Business Administration THE DISTANCE LEARNING UNITBachelor Degrees (4 years) Business Studies English Language and Literature Marketing Communications & Social Media Psychology Master Degrees (18 Months) Business Administration (MBA) Career Guidance and Counseling Criminal Law Cybersecurity Early Childhood Education Educational Management and Leadership English Language and Literature Hellenic Studies Information Systems Music Education Public Administration Public Health Special (Inclusive) Education Technologies of Learning & Communication
FOR MORE INFORMATION: T: +357 22713000 E: [email protected] W: www.euc.ac.cy