Your Guide to Medical Institutes in Cyprus

Dr. Eman Omar Date : 07 Oct 24

Studying medicine in Cyprus is one of the topics that receive great interest, so many Medical institutes in Cyprus have a good reputation in terms of quality education and reasonable tuition costs. Here is everything related to medical universities in Cyprus, how to enroll, and fees.

About Studying in Medical Institutes in Cyprus 

Many students from different countries of the world are heading to study medicine in Cyprus health institutes, due to its many characteristics, the most prominent of which are:

• High-quality education through modern educational curricula, future visions about developing the study of medicine, and experienced faculty members.
• The health institutes in the universities of Northern Cyprus are distinguished by their facilities equipped with the latest technologies and medical devices.
• In addition to the international quality of studying medicine in Cyprus, health institutes in Turkish Cyprus are distinguished by their reasonable cost and the student’s access to internationally and locally accredited academic certificates, from various bodies and countries.
• Health institutes in Cyprus are also keen to provide distinguished training opportunities in various health authorities and hospitals

Turkish Cyprus includes a group of the best medical institutes to study various study programs in various medical specialties but at a lower rate than universities.

Specialties of medical institutes in Cyprus 

Health institutes in Turkish Cyprus include many diverse medical specialties depending on the student’s inclinations and desires, the most prominent of which are:

• Nursing: It is the most common specialty in Cypriot health institutes. It includes studying the basics of health care and first aid but in a less in-depth manner than the programs of nursing colleges.
• Medical Device Maintenance: Focuses on studying how to handle medical devices, maintain them, and operate them efficiently.
• Radiology: includes studying and reading diagnostic radiology, and how to operate and maintain radiology equipment.
• Emergency and Ambulance: The student can provide emergency health care services, including accident cases until the patient is transported to the nearest hospital.
• Health education: specializes in preparing qualified people to spread health awareness among various members of society.

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The best Medical Institutes in Cyprus 

Northern Cyprus includes many distinguished medical institutes, which are affiliated with accredited Cyprus universities and are characterized by their high quality, most notably:

Near Eastern University 

It is one of the oldest private universities in Northern Cyprus. 

The university includes 20 colleges, 6 institutes, including specialized medical institutes, and 32 research centers, offering 196 university programs. Near East University is the most advanced and equipped educational institution in Cyprus, which includes a large number of international students to study all specializations, especially health specializations, including medicine, pharmacy, health sciences, and nursing.

The university is keen to offer internationally accredited medical programs that include all theoretical and practical aspects.

It also owns a university hospital equipped with the latest medical equipment and technologies.

Cyprus university of health and social sciences KSTU 

It is the most popular university in Northern Cyprus. The university includes two main departments, the Department of Medical Sciences and the Department of Social Sciences, each of which includes many subspecialties.

The university's Department of Health Sciences includes nursing, physical therapy and rehabilitation, therapeutic nutrition, and health administration. In addition to the main medical specialties, such as the study of medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, and pharmacology.

Eastern Mediterranean University in Cyprus 

The university has approximately 16,000 students from 35 different countries and is distinguished by its high-quality programs in English in many specializations, including medical specialties. Eastern Mediterranean University departments include studying, first and emergency aid, medical imaging, prosthetic and orthopedic limbs, physical therapy, radiation therapy, surgical services, anesthesia, nursing, and others. The university includes a hospital, many laboratories, and health training centers.

Cyprus International University (CIU) 

The university includes, among its many faculties and institutes, medical institutes specializing in the study of medicine, nursing, nutrition and dietetics, pharmacy, physical therapy, and rehabilitation.

The university is known for its distinguished reputation in teaching medical specialties, as it offers modern and integrated medical programs. It also focuses on developing students' practical and clinical skills, by providing training opportunities in hospitals.

The university is distinguished by offering various medical programs, including bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs in medicine, providing a distinguished cadre of faculty members in the medical field, and a group of laboratories equipped with the latest medical equipment.

University of Kyrenia 

The university has 12 faculties, 3 vocational schools, and 3 graduate and academic schools, with 58 programs.

The university offers internationally accredited medical programs, taught by qualified teaching staff from the United States and Europe. 

University of Kyrenia is also interested in intensive practical training for students, and preparing students to work in a real medical environment.

Requirements to study medicine in Cyprus 

If you want to join a medical institute in Cyprus, you must first meet some requirements, which vary from one university to another, but in general they include the following:

• Obtaining an English language certificate (TOEFL) or (IELTS).
• For public universities, it requires obtaining a high school diploma, with an average ranging between 90% to 95%. 
• A-levels in Biology must be obtained in addition to one of the subjects, Chemistry, Maths, or Physics in the Secondary School Certificate and English Language Certificate.
• As for private universities, they require obtaining a high school diploma with a grade of 70-75%.

The cost of studying in medical institutes in Cyprus 

The cost of studying medicine in Cyprus varies from one university to another, as follows:

Conclusion

Studying medicine represents the dream of many students from different countries of the world, which prompts them to join one of the medical institutes in Cyprus. Choose what suits you from these universities according to your financial and living conditions.

FAQ about Medical Institutes in Cyprus 

What is the language of study in medical institutes in Cyprus? 

English is the official language of study in Cypriot medical institutes, especially for international students, while Turkish students can choose to study in Turkish as a secondary option.

How long does it take to study medicine in Cyprus? 

The duration of studying medicine in Cyprus may vary from one university to another, but in general, studying in Cyprus to obtain a bachelor's degree in medicine takes 6 years, which includes theoretical study and practical training in hospitals.

Is studying medicine in Cyprus recognized? 

Yes, indeed Cyprus universities offer medical programs that are internationally recognized by international medical bodies and organizations such as the World Medical Corps, which ensures the quality of education.

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