Planning and Building
The University is currently housed in the former Pedagogical Academy of Cyprus—fully renovated but retaining its historic character; a cluster of buildings in Latsia; and the facilities at the new University Campus. The University also rents or owns various buildings in the vicinity of the present campus, which cover its needs until the new permanent Campus is completed.
University Campus
The new University Campus is located on the outskirts of east Nicosia, between Aglantzia and Athalassa, and covers an area of approximately 1.2 square kilometers. The new facilities will eventually host all faculties, departments, and teaching activities of the University.
An international architectural competition was held in 1992 for the design of the New Campus. The winning designs served as the basis for the final Master Plan, which was completed in 1994 and approved in 1998, at which time building commenced.
The Master Plan conceptualizes the Campus in four distinct zones: public buildings, academic buildings, sports facilities, and student residences. Upon completion, slated for 2020, the Campus will accommodate up to 9,000 students.
The Campus Development Office (CDO) has overall responsibility for the administration, coordination, supervision and development of the project. To facilitate coordination of the project, the CDO has drawn up various schemata according to which the design and planning are undertaken. These schemata consider both urban and architectural parameters, energy management, mechanical and electrical issues, etc.