Highlights
Tuition fee
5040 EUR / year
5040 EUR / year
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Tuition fee
5040 EUR / year
5040 EUR / year
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Duration
36 months
Duration
36 months
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Start date
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Campus location
Nicosia, Cyprus
Campus location
Nicosia, Cyprus

About

At the TESOL PhD program 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.

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Overview

Within the TESOL PhD program from  University of Nicosia , doctoral students are expected to design and conduct an independent research project and produce a Thesis (80,000 words). Through their research project, students are expected to evidence an original contribution to knowledge, develop or apply innovative research and advance scholarly knowledge and professional practice in the field of TESOL.

More specifically the program aims to:

  • Develop students’ in-depth understanding and critical analysis of current literature and research methodology in the field of TESOL;
  • Provide students with a critical awareness of current problems and debates within the field, and enhance their skills in critical evaluation of theoretical and empirical literature relevant to TESOL and their area of specialization;
  • Provide students with the research skills and competencies to be able to undertake an original and significant research project that merits publication in the field of TESOL;
  • Develop students’ skills in communicating TESOL-related research knowledge to specialist and non-specialist audiences;
  • Enable students to make a significant and original contribution to the field of TESOL through the advancement of scholarly knowledge and professional practice
  • Enable students to become autonomous and expert researchers in the field of TESOL with an understanding of the quality of research required for potential peer-reviewed publications

Career Prospects

The TESOL program from University of Nicosia provides excellent career opportunities for those who wish to become professionals in education and English language teaching, working for educational establishments such as the Ministry of Education, public and private universities or public and private schools as academics/ researchers or administrators. In addition, the programme offers countless opportunities for work in research centres, academia, educational consulting centres, publishing houses and other organizations specializing in EFL/ELT materials and/or EFL course and test design. Overall, the PhD will provide graduates with strong opportunities when it comes to their career advancement and allow them to pursue a wider range of careers which require more specialized knowledge in a given area.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Research Methods
  • Research Proposal
  • Doctoral Course – Fall semester
  • Doctoral Course – Spring semester

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

More details
  • Application Deadlines for European and Local Students - Please call the Office of Admissions.

Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Nicosia, Cyprus

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

  • The minimum general requirement for admission to the post-graduate degree programme is a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised university (eg. American, European), or another recognised equivalent qualification).
  • In addition to the above, applicants must also satisfy the following requirements:
  • Accredited Master’s degree in TESOL, or Applied Linguistics, or English Language/ Linguistics
  • Teaching experience: at least one year
  • English language proficiency: Applicants should provide evidence of English language proficiency equivalent to C1-C2.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

  • Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
  • Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
  • Liability
  • Home contents and baggage
  • Accidents
  • Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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  • International

    5040 EUR/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 15120 EUR for the full programme during 36 months.
  • EU/EEA

    5040 EUR/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 15120 EUR for the full programme during 36 months.

Living costs for Nicosia

576 - 866 EUR /month
Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for TESOL.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2025
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Merit-based Need-based

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U.S. government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2025
ServiceScape Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Need-based

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Leopold Figl Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2025
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based

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Admit Lab
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
25 Aug 2025
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based

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educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
12 Jan 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2025
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
90000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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The Ramsay Centre
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2025
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Merit-based Need-based

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based

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American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2026
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

Read more about eligibility

Voice Talent Online
Location not available

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