Neapolis University Paphos
The Neapolis University Paphos (NUP) is a private university in Paphos, Cyprus, that offers graduate and undergraduate degrees in Economic and Business Studies, Law, Health Sciences, Architecture & Land and Environmental Sciences,Theology and Greek Civilization.
Πανεπιστήμιο Νεάπολις Πάφου στην Κύπρο | |
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| Type | Private |
|---|---|
| Established | 2007 |
| President | Michael Leptos |
| Rector | Prof. Pantelis Sklias |
| Location | , |
| Campus | Paphos |
| Website | www.nup.ac.cy |
History
In October 2007 the University was registered in the Register of Universities of the Ministry of Education following a decision of the Cabinet. President of the university is Michael Leptos also founder of Leptos Estates.[1] In June 2010 the University took the initial license of operation. The decision was made after a positive recommendation of E.A.I.P. On the basis of the successful response of the provisions of the law, the final authorization will be granted to the University. All programs of the University are fully recognized by the Republic of Cyprus and all EU countries.
The Neapolis University of Pafos, after the submission of request, after thorough evaluation was recognized by the National Academic Recognition and Information Centre (NASIR) of Greece as equivalent institution to the Greek Universities in July 2012.
Academic Programs
[2] The University's academic programs are focusing in sectors that are critical to the Cyprus economy and are in high demand in the local job market. Real estate and construction along with the banking and financial sectors represent some of the most critical sectors not only for the Cyprus economy but also for the world economy, and, as such, represent major focus of the university’s undergraduate and post-graduate programmes.
The university offers undergraduate programmes in:
- Architecture and Environmental Design
- Real Estate Valuation and Development
- Business Administration
- Financial Studies
- Psychology
The University offers also post-graduate programmes in:
- Real Estate
- Construction Management
- Business Administration
- Banking, Investment and Finance
- Educational Psychology
Evaluation and recognition
The Neapolis University of Pafos operates under the relevant law of private universities in Cyprus. Study programs are evaluated and approved by a special committee, the Evaluation Committee of Private Universities (E.A.I.P., www.ecpu.ac.cy). This Committee has the overall supervision of the operation of the University.
In October 2007 the University was registered in the Register of Universities of the Ministry of Education following a decision of the Cabinet. In June 2010 the University took the initial license of operation and 2015 the Final Licence of operation. The decision was made after a positive recommendation of E.A.I.P. On the basis of the successful response of the provisions of the law, the final authorization granted to the University in January 2015.
All programs of the University are fully recognized by the Republic of Cyprus and all EU countries.
The Neapolis University of Pafos, after the submission of request, after thorough evaluation was recognized by the National Academic Recognition and Information Centre (NASIR) of Greece as equivalent institution to the Greek Universities in July 2012.
The programs of Architecture and Real Estate are also recognized by the Professional and Technical Chamber of Cyprus (ETEK). The postgraduate programme of the Real Estate has secured, in addition, a certification by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
Corresponding recognitions exist for other courses related to professional bodies.
Facilities
The University Campus has classrooms and amphitheatres, teaching, research and computer labs, architectural studios, a main library, student dormitories. Students and staff have access to facilities such as indoor and outdoor hotel-standard restaurant/cafeteria, outdoor swimming pool and snack pool bar, health centre with indoor swimming pool and gym, floodlit tennis courts, car park and 24-hour security service. The University is located in the western coastal Kato Paphos area, adjacent to the beltway and major coastal highway, which makes private and public transportation easy and fast. In addition, students and staff can benefit from the various amenities of the immediate areas surrounding the Campus.
References
- "President Michael Leptos, History and relationship with Leptos Estates". www.leptosestates.com.
- "Cyprus Higher Education". www.highereducation.ac.cy. Retrieved 2019-04-25.
