University Of Nicosia

Founded: 1980   Total Students: 12,500+

Overview

The University of Nicosia (UNIC) is one of the leading comprehensive research-oriented universities in the Mediterranean region, committed to teaching, research and innovation, sustainability, societal engagement and contribution to culture.


The University offers more than 100 conventional face-to-face (on campus) and distance learning online programmes at the Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctoral degree level, hosting more than 12,500 students from over 100 countries.


UNIC conducts extensive high quality basic, applied, and interdisciplinary research that benefits society on a national and global scale. Our teaching and research staff excel in many academic disciplines and are acknowledged for their contribution to the creation and advancement of knowledge and technology transfer, with a particular focus on emerging technologies of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and their impact on society.


Our focus on implementing the “Knowledge Square” through actively engaging with research centres, industry, and society, ensures that our programmes are designed and enhanced in close collaboration with related stakeholders. This focus results in programmes that address industry needs and are accredited by relevant professional bodies, correspondingly preparing graduates for a global career in today’s evolving workplace.


The University’s academic standing and global outlook have been reflected in outstanding results in international rankings. Indicatively, UNIC has been recognised by Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2024 as being among the top 2% of universities in the world.

Highlights

University Rankings

The University of Nicosia is the first private university in Cyprus to be ranked by the main global university ranking organisations.

  •  #1* in Cyprus and Greece – THE World University Rankings 2024
  • #1 in Cyprus in Research Quality and International Outlook
  • The Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings by Subject 2024 rank the University of Nicosia (UNIC) among the top 201-250 universities in the world in the subject area of Business and Economics.
  • The Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings by Subject 2024 rank the University of Nicosia (UNIC) among the top 201-250 universities in the world in the subject area of Education.
  • The Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings by Subject 2024 rank the University of Nicosia (UNIC) among the top 301-400 universities in the world in the subject area of Psychology.
  • The Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings by Subject 2024 rank the University of Nicosia (UNIC) among the top 501-600 universities in the world in the subject area of Social Sciences.
  • The Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings by Subject 2024 rank the University of Nicosia (UNIC) among the top 601-800 universities in the world in the subject area of Clinical & Health.
  • The University of Nicosia (UNIC) has been ranked among the top 101-150 universities worldwide for the 50 years old or younger, according to the 2023 edition of the Times Higher Education (THE) Young University Rankings.
  • UNIC Ranks #1 in Cyprus and Greece for Business Administration in ShanghaiRanking’s Global Ranking of Academic Subjects. The University also ranks #1 in Europe and #2 in the world for International Collaborations.
  • University of Nicosia ranks #2 in Cyprus and #7 in Greece in the QS World University Rankings: Europe 2024

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

46 Makedonitissas Avenue, CY-2417 P.O. Box 24005, CY-1700 Nicosia, Cyprus