Applicants must have a University degree awarded by an accredited institution in the country where it operates, or a degree evaluated as equivalent to a University degree by the Cyprus Council for the Recognition of Higher Education Qualifications (KY.S.A.T.S). Individuals who will be awarded a University degree or Graduation certificate fulfilling the necessary criteria by the end of the week that precedes registration week, are also eligible to apply.

 

Applications for a Postgraduate Programme should include the following:

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  • Application through the Online Application System of the UCY.
  • A recognised University Degree.
  • University Transcripts as appropriate.
  • Curriculum Vitae.
  • A short statement (max. two pages) of research goals and interests.
  • Two (2) letters of recommendation.
  • English Language Certificates (in case the candidate will study in an English-taught postgraduate programme or in case knowledge of the English language is required).
  • Other certificates and verifications that will assist the evaluation committee in the evaluation process of the applications, such as employment certificates etc.
  • For Applications to a PhD programme: A preliminary research proposal for a PhD place (if this is stated in the departments regulations).

 

Minimum Admission Criteria for a Postgraduate Programme are:

  • A recognised university degree or equivalent qualification in a subject related to the programme.
  • Grades in related degrees and other certificates.
  • At least two recommendation letters.

Additional Admission Criteria for a Postgraduate Programme are:

The additional admission criteria that may be applied, if specified in the Department’s or the postgraduate programme’s regulations, include:

  • Interview.
  • Written examination.
  • Submission of a preliminary research proposal for admission to a PhD programme.
  • Other criteria that may be adopted by each department individually.

Required Levels of English language proficiency for studies in Postgraduate Programmes:

In accordance with the Cyprus Agency of Quality Assurance and Accreditation in Higher Education (CYQAA), for admission to programmes of study taught in the English language at postgraduate levels at universities, candidate students should provide a certificate of their knowledge of English.
For programs of study at the postgraduate level candidate students are required to have certification for “Very Good Knowledge” of English at level B2-C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). At this level, the users can understand a wide range of demanding, long and complex texts, and recognize implied meanings. The users can express themselves fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. They can use the language flexibly and effectively for social, academic, and professional purposes. They can produce clear, well-structured, detailed texts on complex topics, demonstrating controlled use of organizational patterns, connecting elements, and coherence mechanisms.
Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) corresponds to the following specific reference frameworks for international examinations, according to the official pages of the organizations offering these examinations. Indicatively, a score of 5.5 – 6.5 corresponds to knowledge of level B2 (Lower), while score 8.5-9 is level C2 (Proficiency).
Please note that some scores only remain valid for two years. If you apply using a certificate gained over two years ago, you will need to retake the test.
Option for candidates coming from Third Countries (VALID FROM 01.12.2022):
According to the 91.387/2021 decision of the Cabinet of the Republic of Cyprus, which is valid since 01.12.2022, there is an extra possibility for candidates coming from Third Countries and want to apply for a position in Universities and Colleges of the Republic. Namely, they are able from now to apply for entrance permit in the country, if they succeed in the Password Test Examination (Password Skills Test Plus edition). Candidates must have a general grade of at least 5.5 on this particular examination.

 

Last Updated on March 26, 2026