Overview

The Computer Science programme at University of Nicosia , in line with the general philosophy of Doctoral Degrees, provides the student with:

the most advanced knowledge of Computer Science and Information Technologies and Communications

the most advanced and specialised skills and techniques, required to solve critical problems in research and/or innovation and to extend and redefine existing knowledge or professional practice in the broad area of Computer Science

competences related to substantial authority, innovation, autonomy, scholarly and professional integrity

Ph.D. holders in Computer Science will:

be able to conceive, design, implement and adapt a substantial process of research

have made a contribution through original research that extends the frontier of knowledge by developing a substantial body of work, some of which merits national or international refereed publication

be capable of critical analysis, evaluation and synthesis of new and complex ideas

be able to promote, within academic and professional contexts, technological, social or cultural advancement in a knowledge based society

be able to work in Universities, Institutes of Higher Education and Research centers and organizations

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Seminars and Methodology

Doctoral Proposal

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-21 00:00:00

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

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Nicosia, Cyprus

Disciplines

Computer Sciences View 4 other PhDs in Computer Sciences in Cyprus

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

The minimum requirement for admission to the doctoral degree programme is a Master’s Degree and a Thesis Proposal. Applicants with a computer science related Master’s Degree and a strong Computer Science Bachelor’s Degree will also be considered.

In addition to the above, applicants must also satisfy the following requirements:

Publications: Previous theses/dissertations and any published work of academic relevance (if any)

Research work and published articles (if any);

Statement of purpose

Initial Research Proposal: An initial proposal (4,000 – 6,000 words) outlining the research topic, aims and objectives, research questions and proposed research methodology, substantiated by literature

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

5040 EUR / year

≈ 5040 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

5040 EUR / year

≈ 5040 EUR / year

Living costs

Nicosia

Cyprus

576 - 866 EUR / month

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