Study in Cyprus from Pakistan

If Pakistani students want to further study abroad and they cannot afford expensive education then Cyprus can be their dream destination.

Here, they achieve their degree in world-recognized universities and colleges almost free. As the universities and colleges are teaching different programs of various fields at low tuition rates.

The Cyprus government pays too much attention to the international students and their education system. Cypriot government has advanced the education system of Cyprus so that national and international students can get jobs easily throughout the world.

That’s why Pakistani students should go to study in Cyprus. The higher education system in Cyprus offers a lot of types of scholarships to international students. These scholarships can be fully funded or partially funded. Students can get these scholarships on a need base, merit-based, or sports basis.

These scholarships can cover 25% of the students’ tuition fees or complete tuition fees. Muslim students can offer their prayers five times a day and Muslim girls can carry their headcovers or Hijab.

Study in Cyprus without IELTS

International students can study in Cyprus with a 100% visa success rate even without IELTS. English Language Proficiency Test Certificate is not compulsory for admission to study English language courses.

Admission requirements are not much competitive and demanding in Cyprus universities, therefore, high band scores are not compulsory in IELTS, TOEFL, and other English language proficiency tests.

Instead, international students only have to attend or appear in the University’s English Placement Test upon arrival in Cyprus. Students must attain at least a C grade on this test.

In certain cases, like you are going to study professional programs and courses in Cyprus then a few Cyprus Universities might ask for IELTS. For this purpose, students should choose a study program that does not require IELTS.

Study in European Cyprus

Cyprus is situated on an island in the Mediterranean Sea, South of Turkey. Therefore, the Republic of Cyprus is the center of Europe, Asia, and Africa. It is basically an Asian country but the political system and civilization of Cyprus are more like that of Europe.

Cyprus is famous for its rich culture and mesmerizing history. Cyprus is also a European country because it became a part of the European Union in May 2004. It is a leading business and financial center and is famous for its tourism, consultancy, shipping, telecommunications, banking, and insurance.

Study in Greek Cyprus

Greek Cyprus is famous among international students for studying throughout the world because of its geographical location. Greek Cyprus is an island in the Mediterranean Sea that is surrounded by three great continents which are Asia, Africa, and Europe.

Due to this unique quality of Cyprus tourists are attracted here from all over the world. International students can enjoy a high-quality education in Greek Cyprus as it is a part of the European Union.

The universities and colleges of Greek Cyprus offer different study programs and diplomas at Bachelor, Masters Mphil, and Ph.D. degree levels.

Study in North Cyprus

North Cyprus is a secular state with about 98% Muslims and 2% minorities although there is not an official religion. Turkish is the official language of Cyprus and the Turkish Lira is the official currency of North Cyprus.

The citizens of European Union nations do not require a visa to visit North Cyprus. Tourism, education, and agriculture all are the major industries in North Cyprus belonging to the services sector.

More than 101,000 university students have currently enrolled in sixteen (16) world-class universities in North Cyprus.

Study in North Cyprus for Pakistani students

The universities and colleges of North Cyprus provide immense benefits and advantages to international students. Students from Pakistan and other countries can enjoy the high quality of education and global standards of educational and scientific research. There are lots of Pakistani students studying at Cyprus’ universities. Even a Muslim community is established there which helps the Pakistani students in every thick and thin. Pakistani students can also get admissions in double degree programs.

Study in Cyprus after Metric

European Non-European international students can study further after matric in Cyprus based on some serious conditions which must be fulfilled by the students and their guardians.

Study in Cyprus without IELTS from Pakistan

International (Pakistani) students can study in Cyprus with a 100% visa success rate even without IELTS. English Language Proficiency Test Certificate is not compulsory for admission to study English language courses. Admission requirements are not much competitive and demanding in Cyprus universities, therefore, high band scores are not compulsory in IELTS, TOEFL, and other English language proficiency tests. Instead, international students only have to attend or appear in the University’s English Placement Test upon arrival in Cyprus. Students must attain at least a C grade on this test.

In certain cases, like you are going to study professional programs and courses in Cyprus then a few Cyprus Universities might ask for IELTS. For this purpose, students should choose a study program that does not require IELTS.

Study and work in Cyprus

 International students specifically non-European students cannot study and work at the same time except there are a few conditions at which students can work, i.e., during summer or if your study course includes an internship. Without these specific conditions students from non-European and especially third world countries cannot work during their entire study program. Getting a work permit is even more difficult for a student belonging to a non-European third-world nation.

Students will have to issue a work permit during summer interns too which is very difficult to gain. Students are strictly prohibited to work without a work permit there are severe punishments including deportation. The work permit regulations are different for European and Non-European students. The requirements are quite easy to work on. All you need to do is an employee who will issue your permit, a permission letter from your college or university if they agree to pay your security.

Non-European students cannot work more than 20 hours per week during a semester and not more than 40 hours/ week during summer-time. The students are permitted to work in a few specific areas including restaurants, cleaning, delivery, and construction sites. Working conditions in Cyprus are not bad. Students mostly experience a friendly and understanding environment but it depends upon your interaction and behavior with them.

Study in Cyprus for free

International students can study free in Cyprus. This free study is possible only on a scholarship basis. These scholarships may be partially funded covering 25% of their tuition fee or might be fully funded covering 100% of their tuition fees. Furthermore, these scholarships are given to students on a merit basis and need basis. Merit basis scholarships are given to those students who maintain their specific academic average during the semester and throughout their academic program.

Cyprus International University offers an All-Inclusive Package to national and international students which covers tuition fees, accommodation, transportation, health insurance, and canteen meals. All of these facilities cover about 4500 to 9000 Euros per year and it also depends upon the type of accommodation chosen. But mostly students chose the All-Inclusive Package because this package covers almost all the basic needs of a student throughout the year.

Study in South Cyprus

South Cyprus Island has over 40 nationally authorized and recognized institutes. National and international students can choose an institute from these institutions for their studies. Some of the top-notch institutions include

Cyprus College

European University Cyprus

University of Nicosia

University of Central Lancashire

International students are advised to attend their full credit hours or classes without any failure. The universities of Cyprus offer a variety of courses which include Medicine, Engineering, Architecture, Law, Social Sciences, International Studies, IT, and Pharmacy among an endless list.

Studying and working in Cyprus

International students specifically non-European students cannot study and work at the same time except there are a few conditions at which students can work, i.e., during summer or if your study course includes an internship. Without these specific conditions students from non-European and especially third world countries cannot work during their entire study program. Getting a work permit is even more difficult for a student belonging to a non-European third-world nation. Students will have to issue a work permit during summer interns too which is very difficult to gain.

Students are strictly prohibited to work without a work permit there are severe punishments including deportation. The work permit regulations are different for European and non-European students. The requirements are quite easy to work on. All you need to do is an employee who will issue your permit, a permission letter from your college or university if they agree to pay your security. Non-European students cannot work more than 20 hours per week during a semester and not more than 40 hours/ week during summertime.

The students are permitted to work in a few specific areas including restaurants, cleaning, delivery, and construction sites. Working conditions in Cyprus are not bad. Students mostly experience a friendly and understanding environment but it depends upon your interaction and behavior with them.

Pr after studies in Cyprus

 Those international students who want to live in Cyprus after the completion of their studies will have to obtain a residence permit from Cyprus. A Cyprus residence permit is a permit that allows foreign nationals to live in Cyprus legally for more than three months. A residence permit can be applied after arriving in Cyprus and before that, you must get an entry visa in your residence country.

There are the following types of residence permit for Cyprus: –

 

✅ Cyprus temporary residence permit

✅ Cyprus permanent residence permit

✅ Cyprus Immigration permit

✅ Cyprus Temporary Residence Permit

✅ Cyprus temporary residence permit is issued on the following conditions:

-Based on employment

-Based on the study

-Based on family reunification

✅ The temporary residence permit is issued only for one year and is renewed annually. After five years of temporary residence permit, you can apply for a permanent residence permit if you desire to stay permanently in Cyprus. There is a problem with the temporary residence permit, that you cannot leave the country longer than three months otherwise your pr would be canceled automatically.

If you are getting Cyprus temporary residence permit based on the employment you must get a Cyprus work permit and work visa. Those students who apply for a temporary residence permit based on study visas can only renew their residence permit for the duration of their entire study course.

Permanent Residence Permit for Cyprus

The Cyprus permanent residence permit is valid for only five years and the candidate can get it renewed before it expires. The permanent residence permit is issued based on the following conditions:

If you have lived in Cyprus with a temporary residence permit for a minimum of five years

You can apply for the permanent residence permit if you are living in Cyprus for at least five years with a temporary residence permit and did not ever leave Cyprus for more than three months. For this purpose, you must have a work contract which should be either open duration or more than 18 months.

If you have purchased a property in Cyprus at the value of at least 300,000 Euros.

If you want to get a permanent residence permit then the fast and efficient method is to purchase a property worth 300,000 Euros. Through this fast track method, you can get a permanent residence permit within two months.

Cyprus Immigration Permits

You can also get a residence permit for Cyprus if you fulfill one of the following categories:

If you are a foreign national who will be self-employed in agriculture, cattle breeding, bird breeding, or fish culture sectors in Cyprus.

If you are a foreign national who will be self-employed in the mining sector in Cyprus.

If you are a foreign national who will be self-employed in any profession or the trade sector in Cyprus.

If you are a foreign national who will be self-employed in any of the scientific fields or a profession that is in high demand in Cyprus.

If you are a foreign national who has been offered a job at a permanent position in Cyprus.

If you are a foreign national who has an independent annual income enough to provide you a comfortable living in Cyprus.

If you want to apply for a Cyprus immigration permit then you will have to apply directly through the Civil Registry and Migration Department in Cyprus.

Study in Cyprus in English

According to the reports of the Eurobarometer, on average, about 80% of people in Cyprus can speak English. As the country was under the rule of the British from 1878 to onwards, and it became an empire in 1925. At that time its official language was English until it became an independent country in 1960 but English as an official language was still used in courts of Law until 1989.

The population of Cyprus is proficient in English, even though now the official languages of Cyprus are Greek and Turkish. In fact, the people of Cyprus are taking an interest in the English language since it became a member of the European Union in 2004. Therefore, the English language is spoken in every field of life and profession. For international students, Cyprus is an ideal destination to study their desired programs in the English language. These English language programs are comparatively affordable than other UN countries.

Study in Turkey and North Cyprus

 Turkey and North Cyprus are most likely the same for culture, and language. In North Cyprus, Turkish is the most spoken language and it is the official language of both Turkey and Cyprus. About studies, Turkey and North Cyprus both offer top-quality education. But the only main difference is social intact. People of Turkey are more friendly towards foreign students than Cypriot. Turkey offers more study programs in the English languae than that of North Cyprus.

 How much gap acceptable for study in Cyprus

If you were unable to continue your studies because of different reasons and have a study gap of at least 7 to 10 years, then you can apply for admission to Cyprus universities. But you must provide credible information about this study gap and what you have been doing during this period of time.