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Education In Cyprus
Why study in Cyprus
• Low Costs:
Costs are much lower compared to that in the USA and the UK.
• Visa Guarantee: Entry visas are issued in
advance, so getting a visa is a not a problem as far as studying in Cyprus
is concerned.
• Competitive European Standard of Education:
The level of education and infrastructure facilities match those of the
UK.
• Safe Environment and friendly atmosphere:
The country is free from communal and political disturbances and hence
provides students with a safe environment for learning.
• Attractive Places to Visit: Cyprus offers
archaeological sites, resorts and exotic sea beaches that students can
visit.
• International Community: Students from all
over the world come to study in Cyprus.
Cyprus is a beautiful island in the northeastern basin of the
Mediterranean Sea, at the crossroads of Europe, Asia and Africa. The
island covers an area of 9,251 sq.km. with a population of 740,000, and is
the third largest island in the Mediterranean. The island has superb
mountain scenery, forests, fascinating coastlines and beaches, fertile
plains, and a rich historical and archaeological heritage.
The country's economy is booming and over
the last few years, Cyprus has emerged as one of the leading business and
financial centres in the region. Various sectors of the economy like
tourism, banking, insurance and telecommunications provide the economy
with a leading edge.
Climate
Cyprus enjoys a wonderful Mediterranean climate with long dry summers from
mid-May to mid-October. The marvelous climate of the island offers endless
opportunities to nature lovers.
The language of the Greek Cypriot community
is Greek while the language of the Turkish Cypriot community is Turkish.
The national language is Greek, but English
is spoken everywhere and it is the medium of instruction in the
universities and colleges. The monetary unit (currency) in Cyprus is
Cyprus Pound
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