20 PhD programmes offered by the university

Physiotherapy at University of Nicosia is aimed at students who wish to specialize in research subjects of modern Physiotherapy, including Clinical Biomechanics.

The aim of the Psychology PhD programme from University of Nicosia is to train the next generation of researchers in the field of Psychology. The programme focuses on developing the skills necessary for graduates to become independent researchers at post-doctoral level.

The Oil, Gas and Energy Engineering PhD degree from University of Nicosia is intended for students who have excelled during their undergraduate and/or graduate studies, have a strong motivation and enthusiasm toward technological research and innovation, and are inclined to remain in an academic or research environment working on emerging technologies and challenging engineering projects.

The Graduate Entry – Doctor of Medicine from University of Nicosia has used its significant experience, over more than ten years, in delivering graduate-entry medical education to develop a new programme aimed at holders of university degrees from any discipline.

The Media and Communications PhD programme from University of Nicosia, with strengths across the fields of Media and Communication, offers aspirant researchers and accomplished professionals a strong platform to develop both their academic interests and their career. 

The Doctor of Philosophy in Exercise Science and Physical Education programme from University of Nicosia is awarded for the creation and interpretation of knowledge, which extends the forefront of this specific discipline through original research and critical thinking. 

The Public Administration programme from University of Nicosia is designed to provide scientific knowledge at the highest academic level and to prepare students for professional careers in higher education, scientific research and public administration.

The International Relations and European Studies PhD programme from University of Nicosia aims at the creation and interpretation of knowledge which extends the forefront of the disciple of IR (in the wider reading of the discipline), through original research and critical thinking. 

At the TESOL PhD programme from University of Nicosia the general objectives are to provide students with a rigorous and intellectually challenging degree that prepares them to become autonomous researchers among the many aspects of TESOL, varying with individual interests and areas of specialization.

Ph.D. in Computer Science at University of Nicosia is a research-intensive programme designed to develop and promote cutting-edge scientific research of national and international relevance. 

Nutrition and Dietetics PhD programme from University of Nicosia provides the student with the most advanced knowledge of Dietetics/Nutrition;

The PhD in Law programme from University of Nicosia aims to offer the highest level of scientific knowledge in the field and to prepare students for a career in tertiary education and scientific research in Law. 

The Medical Sciences course at University of Nicosia is offered to students who successfully complete an independent research programme that breaks new ground in the chosen field of study.

The PhD in Biological Sciences programme from University of Nicosia is a rigorous, research-intensive programme designed to cultivate independent scientific inquiry and innovation.

Join this Doctor of Philosophy in Pharmaceutical Sciences programme offered by University of Nicosia to conduct independent research and to be able to apply in-depth specialized knowledge in one or more of the following areas: Drug Design and Discovery, Medicinal Chemistry, Drug Delivery and Metabolism, Pharmacokinetics/Pharmacodynamics, Pharmacology, Pharmacognosy, Pharmacovigilance.

The Electrical Engineering PhD degree from University of Nicosia is intended for students who have excelled during their undergraduate and/or graduate studies, have a strong motivation and enthusiasm toward technological research and innovation, and are inclined to remain in an academic or research environment working on emerging technologies and challenging engineering projects.

The Business Administration programme from University of Nicosia is a theoretically focused, rigorous programme that requires candidates to make a significant contribution to knowledge and/or theory. It is ideal for candidates who wish to pursue a career in academia, but is also appropriate for those who would like to advance their careers in industry.

The Nursing programme from University of Nicosia is an accredited academic program that students are awarded the title Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Nursing. 

The Education course at University of Nicosia aims to prepare postgraduate students to become researchers, leaders and educators, whose work contributes to the in-depth understanding of the scientific area of Education Sciences.

Religion, Culture and Public Life at University of Nicosia offers interdisciplinary research and training on religious diversity, cultural pluralism, and the inclusion of religious and secular actors in public life.