MOBILITY SUPPORT OFFICE RESEARCH AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS SERVICE

INCOMING ERASMUS STUDENTS 2014-2015

FALL SEMESTER

WELCOME MEETING FRIDAY 5TH SEPTEMBER 2014

MOBILITY SUPPORT OFFICE

RESEARCH AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS SERVICE

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THE STAFF OF THE OFFICE

EMMA ZENIOU,

UNIVERSITY OFFICER IN CHARGE

MARIA HADJIMATHEOU, ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT,

OUTGOING STUDENTS

CHARIKLIA CHARALAMBOUS, ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT,

INCOMING STUDENTS

MOBILITY SUPPORT OFFICE

RESEARCH AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS SERVICE

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THE MOBILITY SUPPORT OFFICE DEALS WITH THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES:

Promotion, administration and implementation of the program for OUTGOING and INCOMING mobility in the following four categories

ERASMUS+ programme

ERASMUS+ Studies

(students)

ERASMUS+ placements (students)

ERASMUS+ Teaching

Assignments

ERASMUS+ Staff

Training

SOME USEFUL WORDS IN GREEK – ΕΛΛΗΝΙΚΑ (ELLINIKA)

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ΓΕΙΑ ΣΟΥ - YIA SOU - HELLO

ΤΙ ΚΑΝΕΙΣ; TI KANIS? - HOW ARE YOU?

EIMAI ΚΑΛΑ IME KALA - I AM OK

ΕΥΧΑΡΙΣΤΩ EFXARISTO - THANK YOU

ΠΑΡΑΚΑΛΩ PARAKALO - YOU ARE WELCOME

ΚΑΛΗΜΕΡΑ KALIMERA - GOOD MORNING

ΚΑΛΗΝΥΧΤΑ KALINIXTA - GOOD NIGHT

CYPRUS

A FEW FACTS ABOUT CYPRUS

E A country with history, first inhabitants in 10000 BC, the Paleolithic period

An independent since 1960

Its capital city is Nicosia, in Greek it is called Lefkosia

The country has about 750000 inhabitants

It is occupied by Turkey since 1974 after Turkey invaded the country

It is a member of the European Union since 2004

It is a member of the Eurozone since 2008, currency EURO

It is located in the Mediterranean sea and it is the most southeastern country of Europe

Native language is Greek, local dialect Cypriot

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CYPRUS

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Cyprus is an independent country since 1960. Turkish Cypriots and Greek Cypriots lived for many years peacefully together

In 1963 there was a conflict between the two communities led by fanatic nationalist groups

On the 15th of July of 1974, a coup led by some Greek Cypriots with the help of the Dictatorial Government of Greece at the time overthrew the legal president of Cyprus, Makarios

Five days later on the 20th of July of 1974 Turkish troops invaded the island

As a result Turkey took over the 38% of the land. That part of the island is still occupied

THE CYPRUS PROBLEM

CYPRUS

THE CYPRUS PROBLEM

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200 thousand Greek Cypriots were obliged to leave their homes and come to the southern areas as refugees, thousands of people were killed and a number of people are still missing

Unfortunately a solution agreed by both sides has not been achieved yet

In 1985 the occupied areas were declared as independent forming the so called Northern Republic of Cyprus which is recognized by Turkey but not by the United Nations, nor any European countries and the USA

Greek Cypriots and other countries Nationals are allowed to “visit” their home-land, only since 2004, under conditions, e.g. showing a passport

In case you decide to visit the occupied area do not accept to have stamp on your passport, ask the guards at the crossing point to stamp you a blank piece of paper, the other part is not recognized as a different country

THE CYPRUS PROBLEM

CYPRUS, NICOSIA – the capital city

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Nicosia is the capital city of Cyprus!

It is the last divided capital in Europe!

Ledras Street and Onasagorou Street are located in the old city within the walls and are nice to visit

Full of cafes and nice taverns/restaurants

You may visit the Venetian Walls and the Famagusta Gate

We will arrange a visit to the Cyprus Archaeological Museum soon and the old city – we will inform you

You can visit the SEPTEMBERFEST 5-10/9/2014, Akadimias Park in Aglantzia

LEARN A FEW FACTS ABOUT NICOSIA

CYPRUS, LARNACA

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It is the third in size town of Cyprus, next to the sea

Its is the airport city

Famous for the Phinikoudes avenue near the sea

Nice to visit Mackenzie beach with lots of beach

bars and restaurants

Other recommended sightseeing:

Agios Lazaros Church

Angeloktisti Church in Kiti

The Fort of Larnaka

Salt lake

Hala Sultan Tekke

LARNACA

CYPRUS, LIMASSOL

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The second biggest city of Cyprus

Nice beaches, beautiful seafront

Lots of cafes, restaurants and beach bars

Recommended to visit the Limassol Marina

Annual events:

Carnival Parade every February

Wine festival every September

Other Suggestions for Sightseeing:

Colossi Castle

Medieval Castle

Kourion Theatre

Ancient town of Amathus

LIMASSOL

CYPRUS, PAPHOS

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The furthest to Nicosia city with a great archaeological background

An airport city as well, Rynair flies from this airport

You can visit:

Petra tou Romiou, .......the birthplace of Venus

Akamas Peninsula

Baths of Aphrodite

Tombs of the Kings

Pafos Medieval Castle

PAPHOS

CYPRUS, AYIA NAPA AND PARALIMNI, FAMAGUSTA AREA

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Famous for the nightlife and the sandy beaches!

Recommended to visit also in the area:

Konnos beach – natural trail

Ayia Napa Monastery

Cape Greco

Small villages in the area

Liopetri river

AYIA NAPA AND PARALIMNI

PRACTICAL ISSUES FOR YOUR FIRST DAYS IN CYPRUS AND THE UNIVERSITY

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Accommodation 1. Students seeking accommodation and have missed the application deadline to our Housing Office , are advised to follow the link

http://www.ucy.ac.cy/fmweb/en/announcements

for a list of private houses/apartments for rent. This list is issued weekly by the Housing Office, and is updated every Friday with new advertisements.

2. Private residencies

UCHALL Residence- nearby private student hall http://www.uchall.com.cy (opposite the New campus)

Elysium Capital Residence, Tel: 00357-22454624, Fax: 00357-22454625,

info@elysiumcr.com, www.elysiumcr.com (near the city center)

3. A.G.C STUDENT LIFE LTD

Call 70009920 or email at info@flattii.com

4. Visit our facebook group for the incoming Erasmus students 2014-2015

Erasmusstudentsucy2014-2105

PRACTICAL ISSUES FOR YOUR FIRST DAYS IN CYPRUS AND THE UNIVERSITY

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Registration

Step 1

The student must fill in the Student Registration form (for undergraduate or postgraduate studies) .You must have already completed your student registration forms and sent them to Chariklia by e-mail with copies of passports and 1st degrees in case of master students.

You all must have copies of your signed original learning agreements and acceptance letters with you. You will then need to fill in the Course Registration form (for undergraduate or postgraduate studies) with the courses you have on your original learning agreements and take them to the relevant department for the signature of the Erasmus Coordinator. Then you need to submit the signed forms to Chariklia.

In case you need to make changes to your original selection of courses you will need to visit your department again and check the timetable of courses to be offered this semester and find the new courses. Please make sure you agree the changes with your home universities before selecting new subjects.

Every course has a University of Cyprus code called MAM (CRN) code. Please find out the correct MAM codes for the courses you will choose.

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Registration

You must bring the signed Course registration forms to our office NOT LATER THAN THE 12th SEPTEMBER 2014.

The registration to courses will be made manually by the responsible offices here at UCY.

In case you want to make any changes you are required to submit your final selection of courses final changes NOT LATER THAN THE 19th SEPTEMBER 2014

These changes must be noted on the “Changes to learning agreement form” found in your envelope. Please write down the added and deleted subjects on this form and get the signature of your academic responsible at UCY but make sure your home university also agrees before you proceed to the changes. Once ready submit this document to Chariklia in order for the change to be incorporated in our system.

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Issue of the UCY Student Card

Once the registration in courses is finished please follow step 2 below:

Step 2:

Once the student’s details are entered in the system the student must create his/her own code in the banner web system as follows

Read the instructions to create your password

www.ucy.ac.cy/register

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Issue of the UCY Student Card

Read the instructions to create your password.

www.ucy.ac.cy/register

For example

Top of Form

Name: Maria ( Write your name)

Surname: Alexiou( write your surname)

Initial Middle Name: J (the first letter of your father name-caps)

ID: 123456789 (only 10 numbers or letters without

space)

Department: Choose the correct department

Type the characters you see in the picture:

Bottom of Form

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Issue of the UCY Student Card

Step 3 – Student card creation and issue with which the student has access to the Library

Instructions

Please Follow the link here below and complete the required fields , www.ucy.ac.cy/ucycard

The first field as show here below is asking your username and the second your password. After the button «Σύνδεση»(means connection) the instructions will be available also in the English language.

Σύνδεση (CONNECTION) Για να συνδεθείτε, καταχωρίστε το όνομα χρήστη και τον κωδικό πρόσβασης μοναδικής σύνδεσης (Single Sign-On)

Top of Form

Όνομα χρήστη

Κωδικός πρόσβασης

Bottom of Form

The students cards will be available at the Express Service Desk between the hours of 9: 00 am-1: 00 pm (Monday-Friday daily).

Contact details of the Express Service Desk

Tel: 22 89 5555

email: express@ucy.ac.cy

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School of Modern Greek/Greek Courses

The School of Modern Greek of the University of Cyprus offers both intensive and non-intensive courses of Greek as a foreign language.

Further information and the application form for enrolment at the School of Modern Greek can be requested directly at the address:

University of Cyprus

School of Modern Greek

75 Kallipoleos Avenue, P.O.Box 20537, 1678 Nicosia

Tel: +357 22 892028, Fax: +357 22 892029

e-mail: smgreek@ucy.ac.cy

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Medical Cover

It is recommended that all European students who come to the University of Cyprus to be holders of the European Health Card or a private medical insurance.

Public Hospital – Nicosia General Hospital, Latsia, off Limassol Avenue

Conta

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Resident Permit

You will need a temporary residence permit for your stay in Cyprus after the expiry of the entry visa you are given at the airport upon entry to the country. Required Documents for the Issue of a Temporary Residence Permit

Duly certified copy of passport or other travel document, with a validity of:

•at least the expected duration of studies

•at least two years

•Proof of comprehensive health insurance in the Republic, unless the applicant is automatically insured with his registration to the Education Institution

•Original medical examinations for Hepatitis B and C, AIDS/HIV, Syphilis and report of chest X-ray for Tuberculosis from Cyprus stamped and signed by government doctor with validity of four months

•Confirmation form a Banking Institution in the Republic that the applicant has transferred sufficient funds to his personal account to cover tuition fees, accommodation and living expenses for the period that the residence permit is applied for

•Personal Bank Guarantee or Bank Guarantee from the Education Institution for repatriation expenses

•Two Passport-sized photographs

•Receipt of payment of €34.17 for application fees

•Application Form M61 thoroughly completed and signed (http://www.moi.gov.cy/moi/CRMD/CRMD.nsf/All/FC35EB04E4B0199AC22578E9002DAF23/$file/Form.M61.pdf

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Supermarkets

Around the university campus you can find LIDL, CARREFOUR and METRO supermarkets

Pharmacies

There are a number of pharmacies in the area, check Kyrineias Avenue very near the Student Halls

Bicycle renting

There is a station inside the UCY campus and one in Kyrineias Avenue

Banks

There a number of banks in Kyrineias Avenue

Buses

Number 150 bus connects the Aglantzia and at the Kallipoleos Campus

http://www.osel.com.cy/index.php?wp=routedetails_en&route=150

A UCY bus will connect the main and Kallipoleos campus free of charge – will inform you soon about it

Intercity buses

Intercity buses have regular routes that connect Nicosia and the other cities

http://www.intercity-buses.com/?wp=home

Telephone card for your mobile

Can be purchased by any kiosk

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MOBILITY SUPPORT (ERASMUS) OFFICE HOURS: 10.00-12.00 DAILY

ADDRESS AND CONTACT DETAILS Mobility Support Office

Ground Floor, Room 002 ΧΩΔ02 Building, ΣΟΕΔ

New Campus, Aglantzia

Contact persons:

Ms Emma Zeniou

Officer in charge, Tel: +357 22 894281, Fax: +357 22 894471

e-mail: zeniou.emma@ucy.ac.cy, erasmus@ucy.ac.cy

Ms Maria Hadjimatheou

Administrative Assistant for outgoing Erasmus students,

Tel: +357 22 894282

e-mail: mariahm@ucy.ac.cy, erasmus@ucy.ac.cy

Ms Chariklia Charalambous

Administrative Assistant for incoming Erasmus students,

Tel: +357 22 894279

e-mail: charalambous.chariklia@ucy.ac.cy