UNICAF University at a Glance Unicaf University is a Pan African independent, recognised university, combining the best elements of international education, offering high quality internationally recognised qualifications. The University has branch campuses and or learning centres in 9 different countries in Africa and is registered and approved by the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) in Malawi and the Higher Education Authority of Zambia (HEA). Unicaf University… [+] pursues excellence in teaching, student achievement and satisfaction in a continually improving academic environment. The University aims to become the leading university in sub-Saharan Africa, recognised for its outstanding contribution to teaching, learning and research. The Unicaf University campuses offer students the opportunity to earn high quality internationally recognised qualifications at a very low cost. Unicaf University aims to offer students the chance to boost their knowledge and personal skills, advance their careers and build the lives they are dreaming of. Unicaf University offers fully online programmes as well as programmes offered through blended learning at one of its campuses and learning centres. In addition at its branch campuses, students have the ability to have a face-to-face session and benefit from a number of services such as access to digital libraries, public lectures, seminars and a number of social activities. The University takes advantage of UNICAF’s partnerships with internationally accredited universities, such as the University of South Wales, the University of Nicosia and Marymount California University, to offer competitive, internationally accredited online degrees at affordable prices. Students also benefit from the on-campus courses, offered by Unicaf University itself. UNICAF is one of the most generous scholarship Programmes available. The programme supports students that are domiciled in Africa and provides opportunities for studies towards various distance learning degree programmes awarded by European, British and American universities. Currently, UNICAF provides scholarships for the online programmes offered by the University of South Wales in the UK, the University of Nicosia in the EU and the Marymount California University in the USA. For the last two decades, our associate institutions have been offering scholarships to international students. Successful students were able to make a significant contribution to their home counties at the highest level. The UNICAF Scholarship Programme was founded to offer gifted underprivileged students the opportunity of furthering their education by studying towards internationally accredited qualifications at a much lower cost. Our Vision Unicaf University aspires to be a leading contributor to excellence in tertiary education and research within African countries. Our Mission To help students become educated individuals, achieve their academic and professional goals and assume responsible roles in a changing world of global interdependence; to promote research and the generation of knowledge; to be of service to society through the dissemination and application of knowledge, as well as through innovative partnerships with business and civic society institutions. [-]

UNIC at a Glance The University of Nicosia (UNIC, for short) is the place where you can build your future. We are the largest university in Cyprus, with more than 11,000 students from over 70 countries across the globe, coming together in an innovative and transformative learning space. Located in Nicosia, the country’s capital, and with a presence in 18 other cities worldwide, we are driven by our pursuit of excellence in teaching and learning, innovation, research, technology, a… [+] nd a continually evolving academic environment.We empower our students and instil in them the confidence to make an impact in the world.Many of our degree programmes and departments were the first of their kind in Cyprus. Over time, several programmes such as Medicine, International Relations, Accounting, Law, and Architecture, have developed into some of the most well-regarded in Cyprus and in the region. Today, UNIC’s new programmes focus on cutting-edge research, making us global leaders in certain fields, such as in our very successful initiative in Digital Currency/Blockchain Technology.Internationalisation is a central component of UNIC’s strategy. This includes partnerships for degree programmes, student mobility, and opportunities for students post-graduation in academia or industry, in order to share knowledge and capabilities across countries. The first and largest medical programme in Cyprus was formed in collaboration with St George’s, University of London. Today, the Medical School attracts over 500 students from around the world. In Greece, we offer several joint Masters degrees with the top Greek universities: Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, the University of Patras and the Hellenic Open University. These are some of the most popular degree programmes in Greece. We intend to actively continue our partnerships with leading universities around the world, on both the academic and research front. A Global University The University of Nicosia has its own teams in 19 cities worldwide and has over 400 other University partners for student study abroad and exchange or research partnerships. In line with our strategy for internationalisation and global outreach, we have established regional study centres in Athens, Greece; Bucharest, Romania; and New York City, New York, USA. Our vision is to achieve student, research, and industry outreach with leaders in their respective fields across the globe. Athens, Greece Bucharest, Romania New York City, USA Accreditation and Recognition All University of Nicosia Bachelor, Master and Doctoral Degrees are accredited by the Republic of Cyprus, following an independent evaluation by the Evaluation Committee for Private Universities (ECPU). This confirms the status and standard of the University’s degrees within the country and abroad and is indicative of the quality and standards maintained by the university. Accreditation means that University of Nicosia degrees provide the following key benefits: Equivalence The University’s Doctoral, Master and Bachelor Degrees are fully recognized and structured within the framework of the Bologna Accord. The University of Nicosia is a member of the European Universities Association. the European Foundation for Quality Management, Erasmus, and is one of a few universities in the European Union that has received both the Diploma Supplement Label and the ECTS Label. Employment The University’s programmes of study are recognized in both the public and private sectors for employment. The University's Mission Vision The University of Nicosia aspires to be a leading contributor to excellence in education and research. Mission To help students become educated individuals, achieve their academic and professional goals and assume responsible roles in a changing world of European cooperation and global interdependence; to promote research and the generation of knowledge; to be of service to society through the dissemination and application of knowledge, as well as through innovative partnerships with business and civic society institutions. Statement of Values To foster within the University community the values of personal and academic integrity; the liberty to question and to pursue knowledge; of respect for the laws of the Republic of Cyprus, the European Union and the University; democratic governance and management of the institution; respect for persons; professionalism and diligence; ethical behavior; civic responsibility; multi-cultural awareness; tolerance; sustainability of resources; entrepreneurship and innovation; personalised attention and student focus. [-]

As the second public University, established in 2002, the Open University Cyprus (OUC) aims to fill an important gap in the Cypriot higher education system, offering accredited distance learning degrees at all levels (undergraduate, master and doctoral). Building on its origins as the country’s only University dedicated to distance education, OUC is growing quickly in academic stature and overall reputation. Today’s challenging realities have widened OUC’s horizons, helpi… [+] ng to bring Cyprus near towards its strategic goal: to be established as a regional educational and research center and hub for international scholars and students alike in the Eastern Mediterranean basin. In OUC, constraints such as time, local limitations, age, occupational status, or family responsibilities, lessen and cease to function as inhibitory towards the creation of an appropriate learning environment. All the study programs offered by the Open University of Cyprus are based on modern educational systems, new technological advancements, and refined ground for the interested participants, at all levels (undergraduate, postgraduate, and training in the context of lifelong learning). OUC is equivalent to any other recognized university in the world, regardless of its educational methodology (conventional or distance learning). The Open University of Cyprus is dually oriented toward both the domestic and international educational communities and their activities and goals.The academic programs offered by OUC are international, well planned and career-oriented to correspond to the country's needs and meet the demands of its students by upgrading knowledge and expertise, according to their aspirations and ambitions. OUC is proud to be a University that is entirely synchronized with the European Credit Transfer System ECTS, and that enhances the mobility of its students and the inter-relationship with other conventional universities. Furthermore, along with its educational role, the OUC also focuses on the development of research and the enhancement of research programs; through its publications on innovative results which have an impact on relevant scientific areas. Since its establishment, OUC has emphasized the vital importance of research for promoting the University in the international scientific community, while also actively pursuing interaction with scientific organizations and professional associations. Finally, through its social activities and commitment to connect with society, OUC envisions its role as an inspiring educational institution. An innovative, open university that offers a stimulating environment for students, staff, and alumni noted for promoting culture and collaboration with its neighboring countries - and beyond. Vision The Open University of Cyprus (OUC) is committed to opening up education to all, strives for an outstanding teaching and learning experience and unrivaled links with the business world. The OUC aims to establish itself as a leading distance education University, with international presence and recognition, mainly in the broader area of southeastern Europe and the Mediterranean. A Higher Education Institution, which offers diverse high-quality programs of study in ‘classical’ and contemporary scientific fields in both Greek and English, attracting students from across the world. Mission Statement The establishment of the Open University of Cyprus (OUC), the second state Higher Education Institution in 2002, opened new horizons for higher education through open and distance learning. The flexibility of distance learning and the high quality of academic programs offered by OUC encourage individuals to pursue higher education studies or complete their education, if unable to do so in the past. In addition, university graduates have the opportunity to acquire postgraduate degrees in various subject areas, as a means of enhancing their professional careers. In fact, at OUC, higher education is an ongoing process, which poses no age limit, financial or societal preconditions. The mission of the Open University of Cyprus is to continue providing to its students the opportunity for lifelong learning and for obtaining new knowledge and skills needed to start or progress with their professional careers, without having to engage into typical student work routines. The University aims to combine its international agenda and flexible structure, using both as a tool for establishing Cyprus a regional center for education, scientific research, and innovation. Towards that direction, OUC works to expand its network of collaborators and establish strong partnerships with other universities and research institutions in the broader region and beyond, promoting cooperation and exchange of good practices and upgrading its technological e-Learning infrastructure. [-]