collageThe University of Cyprus (UCY), based in the capital of Cyprus, Nicosia, is a dynamic, public, research-intensive institution established only in 1989. Striving the last three decades for excellence in education, research and innovation, has rendered it one of the leading institutions in Europe, evidenced by its continuously elevated rankings (ranked #477 in the QS Rankings for 2021). Aspiring to function as a beacon of science and creativity, UCY envisions a future as a leading institution in the greater Euro- Mediterranean area.
With around 7.000 students, 113 laboratories and 800 faculty and staff members, UCY is a rapidly expanding university and the biggest employer in Cyprus for young researchers. Moreover, it currently employs about 700 young scientists using external research funds. Its 8 faculties and 22 departments offer a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, whilst its numerous, highly cited researchers give UCY a cutting edge. All programmes of academic study function under the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS), furthermore awarding the Diploma Supplement with DS Label.
Established in 1997, Uluslararasi Kibris Üniversitesi (Cyprus International University) is a for-profit private higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Lefkosía (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Northern Cyprus. Officially recognized by the Yüksekögretim Planlama, Denetleme, Akreditasyon ve Koordinasyon Kurulu (Higher Education Planning, Evaluation, Accreditation and Coordination Council of North Cyprus), Uluslararasi Kibris Üniversitesi (CIU) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational Cypriot higher education institution. Uluslararasi Kibris Üniversitesi (CIU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 23 years old Cypriot higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students’ past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this Cypriot higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. CIU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
University Identity
| Name | Cyprus International University |
|---|---|
| Acronym | CIU |
| Founded | 1997 |
| Motto | Realize your Potential |
| Colours | Burgundy, orange and white |
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Cyprus international university qs ranking
University of Cyprus (UCY) is one of the top Public universities in Nicosia, Cyprus. It is ranked #=440 in QS Global World Rankings 2022.
- QS World University Rankings#=440
- QS WUR Ranking By Subject#101-150
- EECA University Rankings#5
Cyprus international university world ranking 2020
| country rank | 3 |
|---|---|
| world rank | 2334 |
Cyprus international university ranking in europe
| ranking | World Rank | University |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 598 | University of Cyprus |
| 2 | 1438 | Cyprus University of Technology |
| 3 | 2163 | European University Cyprus |
| 4 | 3026 | Frederick University |
In the rankings announced by the UI GreenMetric World University Rankings, which makes evaluations about sustainability in higher education institutions, CIU has risen up 155 steps this year and placed at 220th among 780 universities.
Prof. Dr. Serkan Abbasoğlu, Vice Rector of CIU and the Director of Sustainable Energy Research Center stated that they give great importance to sustainable resources as a university. The activities started under the main headings of energy and environment in 2009, and since then have been expanded to transportation, infrastructure, waste management, water and education.
It was pointed out that the institution carries out significant projects on sustainability and they make efforts to raise a society with awareness on these issues.
Prof. Dr. Abbasoğlu mentioned in his statement that the work is done in the international arena increases motivation and added: “CIU is the only university from TRNC that took a place in this ranking. We are in the 5th place among 43 universities in Turkey”.
Abbasoğlu also underlined that with the sustainable energy and climate studies started previously, they are ranked as the 1st in Turkey: “We are ranked 107th in the world in this area. This gives us confidence that we will soon make progress in other areas where we have been carrying out intensive studies as projects in recent years.”
The Sustainable Campus project is announced to be belonging to the whole university and the management only determines the vision and encourages the works to be done.
The projects were determined and carried out by students and faculty members and within the scope of this project as well as joint activities with many institutions and organizations including the Nicosia Turkish Municipality, Velospeed, and Taşkent Nature Park.
Prof. Dr. Abbasoğlu drew attention that the project is not only limited to addressing people living within the campus borders, but it also addresses the entire community. Finally, he expressed that it is an important cornerstone in the name of creating awareness and example in the area of sustainability.
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