Education

Getting a good education is one of the reasons why many foreign families have relocated to this sunny paradise of Cyprus. In fact, in addition to being immersed in ancient culture and the Mediterranean climate, foreigners can also attend universities in Cyprus and send their children to local schools.
Based on your plan for your child's future education and your place of residence, you can choose to study in Greek public schools or private schools in Greek, English, or Russian.
Cypriots are known for their love for children, and the country spends over 7% of its GDP on education (it is worth noting that this indicator is the highest in the European Union). The local schools are well-equipped, with high quality teachers, modern school buildings, and a large neighboring area - all that is important for the growth and development of Cyprus's national wealth is children
Education in public schools is free for everyone, but teaching is conducted in Greek. For children whose non native language is Greek, the state provides free teachers to accelerate language learning and enable children to quickly integrate into the language environment. In addition, students from public schools can participate in additional interest classes (sports clubs, language courses, drama, dance clubs, etc.) for a symbolic fee.
Greek schools in Cyprus have a 12 year education system. From the age of 6 to 18, children can enter higher education institutions. After the completion of schools in Cyprus, graduates receive a national high school diploma, which is recognized by universities around the world.
Cyprus also offers the opportunity to receive education in one of its private schools. It should be pointed out that Limassol has the largest number of English and Russian private schools, which is another reason why Limassol is so popular among foreigners.
Their education is much cheaper and of the same quality as in the UK. Training is built on the foundation of the national school curriculum in the UK. It starts at the age of 5 and lasts for 13 years. After 11 years of study, students take the GCSE exam (General Certificate of Secondary Education) - Certificate of Compulsory Secondary Education. The GCSE course includes the study of compulsory and elective courses, preparation of course projects, and final passing of papers and exams. Successfully completing the GCSE program means obtaining a certificate and giving you the opportunity to continue your A-level university preparatory program (+2 years) or start working. The A-level diploma and the exam scores obtained are the most important criteria for universities to review student documents. The A-Level diploma proves a student's knowledge and is recognized not only in the UK but also around the world. For example, in Australia, New Zealand, and Ireland.
The higher education system in Cyprus is very developed. Its uniqueness lies in the fact that universities adhere to the European training model, but students have the opportunity to become holders of three diplomas:
Associate Degree - awarded after receiving the first two years of education;
Bachelor's degree - awarded two years later;
A master's degree, after six years of study.
Universities in Cyprus teach in Greek and English.
In university, the academic year is divided into three semesters, starting from:
September to January;
February to May;
June to July
Carefully designed educational programs provide students with the opportunity to independently choose their learning intensity. Therefore, the summer semester is not mandatory - everyone is free to choose whether to study or not.
Cyprus has three public universities and five private universities. This provides excellent opportunities for high school graduates to pursue higher education in different fields. Another advantage is that several British universities have established branches in Cyprus. The college is considered a part of the higher education system and is also very popular in Cyprus. After studying in university for 4 years, you can obtain a major and a bachelor's degree. Cyprus has established many colleges in the hotel and tourism industries.
Higher education in Cyprus is becoming increasingly popular as students can obtain dual diplomas in some universities and colleges. For example, at Intercollege, students learn the basics of hotel business management, and you can also obtain a diploma from the University of Indianapolis.
To become a student in Cyprus, you don't need to pass rigorous exams. You need to apply to the university of your choice in a timely manner, arrive in person or send all necessary documents by email. An important admission criterion is English knowledge, which can be confirmed by providing an IELTS certificate (5.5 points) or TOEFL (500 points).
Students who fail to meet the required scores on exams can receive language course training. You can start studying at any time, and there is no need to enroll in September.
The education cost of the University of Cyprus ranges from 4000 to 85000 euros per year. There is a special reward system for successful students. If the exam demonstrates outstanding abilities, the fees to be paid may be reduced by 30% or 50%.
Many higher education institutions have already obtained accreditation in the United States and Europe. This means that students can participate in various exchange programs and have the opportunity to receive higher education at European universities or higher education institutions in the United States.