About the university
The Cyprus University of Technology (CUT), known locally as Tepak, is a young public university founded in 2004. It opened to students in 2007 to offer subjects not covered by the University of Cyprus, such as engineering and technology, health sciences, communication and media, fine and applied arts, agricultural science, management and shipping, and hotel and tourism management.
CUT is research-active for its size, with around 3,000 students. It is in the 501–550 band of the THE World University Rankings 2027 and the 701–710 band of the QS World University Rankings 2027, and it belongs to EUt+, a European alliance of technology universities that runs joint courses and exchanges.
Unlike most Cypriot universities that recruit Indian students, CUT teaches mainly in Greek. Its bachelor's degrees and most master's degrees need Greek. The English-taught options are a short list of master's degrees, including the Master in Public Health at the Cyprus International Institute for Environmental and Public Health, design and digital marketing degrees, a joint MSc in Electronic Science and Technology with Hangzhou Dianzi University in China, and a blended Chemical Engineering master's.
CUT is a city-centre university: its buildings are spread across the old town of Limassol, close to the seafront, with some teaching in Paphos. Limassol is the busiest business city in Cyprus, home to shipping, technology and fintech firms, but it is also the most expensive place on the island to rent a flat.
- Founded
- 2004 by law; first students admitted in 2007
- Type
- Public university, the second public university in Cyprus
- Students
- About 3,000 (roughly 2,000 undergraduate and 1,000 postgraduate)
- Faculties
- 7 faculties plus a Language Centre
- Teaching language
- Mainly Greek; a small group of master's degrees is taught in English
- Fees
- Bachelor's €6,834 a year for non-EU students; most master's €5,125 in total for all nationalities
- Alliance
- Member of the European University of Technology (EUt+) alliance
Rankings
THE World University Rankings 2027
501–550 in the world
QS World University Rankings 2027
701–710 in the world
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €5,125
- Duration
- 14 months full time (90 ECTS); about 26 months part time
- Intakes
- September (applications open in February)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 82 (or CUT's English entry test)
- Postgraduate
MSc Experiential Digital Marketing Communications (XDMarComs)
- Fee / year
- €5,000
- Duration
- 3 semesters
- Intakes
- September (check the call)
- English
- Taught in English; check the call for the required level
- Postgraduate
MSc Electronic Science and Technology (joint with Hangzhou Dianzi University, China)
- Fee / year
- €6,500
- Duration
- 3 years (120 ECTS): year 1 in China, years 2–3 at CUT
- Intakes
- September (2026 cycle closed 30 June 2026)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 82 (or CUT's English entry test)
- Postgraduate
Master in Chemical Engineering with Circular (Bio)Economy
- Fee / year
- €3,417
- Duration
- 3 semesters (90 ECTS), blended with a one-month summer lab block
- Intakes
- January 2027 (places announced)
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in each skill) or TOEFL 550 (paper)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €3,417
- Duration
- 3 semesters (check the programme site)
- Intakes
- September (check the call)
- English
- Taught in person in English
- Postgraduate
MSc Interaction Design (online)
- Fee / year
- €6,400
- Duration
- Online, distance learning
- Intakes
- Check the programme site
- English
- Taught in English
- Postgraduate
MA in Design for Social Innovation (online)
- Fee / year
- €3,417
- Duration
- Online, distance learning
- Intakes
- Check the programme site
- English
- Taught in English
- Postgraduate
MA in Technology Enhanced Language Learning (online)
- Fee / year
- €3,417
- Duration
- Online, distance learning
- Intakes
- Check the programme page
- English
- Taught in English
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (EUR) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master in Public Health (MPH) | 14 months full time (90 ECTS); about 26 months part time | €5,125 | ≈ ₹5.4 lakh |
| MSc Experiential Digital Marketing Communications (XDMarComs) | 3 semesters | €5,000 | ≈ ₹5.3 lakh |
| MSc Electronic Science and Technology (joint with Hangzhou Dianzi University, China) | 3 years (120 ECTS): year 1 in China, years 2–3 at CUT | €6,500 | ≈ ₹6.9 lakh |
| Master in Chemical Engineering with Circular (Bio)Economy | 3 semesters (90 ECTS), blended with a one-month summer lab block | €3,417 | ≈ ₹3.6 lakh |
| MA in Brand Experience Design | 3 semesters (check the programme site) | €3,417 | ≈ ₹3.6 lakh |
| MSc Interaction Design (online) | Online, distance learning | €6,400 | ≈ ₹6.8 lakh |
| MA in Design for Social Innovation (online) | Online, distance learning | €3,417 | ≈ ₹3.6 lakh |
| MA in Technology Enhanced Language Learning (online) | Online, distance learning | €3,417 | ≈ ₹3.6 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Cyprus University of Technology with similar universities in Cyprus.
Scholarships
- MPH
Master in Public Health partial scholarships
Value: Partial tuition scholarships
Eligibility: A limited number of highly qualified applicants, chosen mainly on academic merit with some weight on financial need. Apply by the deadline with a complete application.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Students in financial need
CUT rent support
Value: Help with rent for university housing
Eligibility: Offered to students in financial need; ask the student welfare office whether non-EU students qualify.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Enrolled students
Erasmus+ and EUt+ mobility grants
Value: Monthly grants for a study or traineeship period at a partner university in Europe
Eligibility: Students already enrolled at CUT, through the university's international office.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- CUT's bachelor's degrees are taught in Greek. Non-Cypriot applicants need proof of Greek and suitable school-leaving qualifications.
- The non-EU fee for bachelor's degrees is €6,834 a year.
- For an English-taught bachelor's in Cyprus, consider private universities instead.
Postgraduate
- A recognised bachelor's degree in a relevant subject. Some programmes set a minimum grade, such as 6.5 out of 10 for the Electronic Science and Chemical Engineering master's.
- CUT announces master's places twice a year and you apply online. Some programmes start in September and others in January.
- English: usually IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 82 (Chemical Engineering accepts IELTS 6.0). Students taught and assessed in English, or who pass CUT's English entry test, may be exempt.
- Full-time master's take at least three semesters; part-time study can take up to eight.
- You can apply in your final year of a bachelor's and receive a conditional offer. Accepting an offer needs a non-refundable deposit.
Documents
- Passport copy
- CV
- Bachelor's degree certificate or a letter confirming expected graduation
- Transcripts
- Personal statement of about 500 words
- Two references (or names of two referees for some programmes)
- English proof
- Medical certificates, insurance and proof of funds for the Cyprus entry permit
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 for most English-taught master's; 6.0 (5.5 in each skill) for Chemical Engineering |
| TOEFL | iBT 82 or paper-based 580 for most programmes |
| Exemptions | A degree taught and assessed in English, or IGCSE/O level English at grade C or above |
| CUT English entry test | A pass/fail test from the CUT Language Centre for applicants without a certificate |
Accommodation and living costs
Limassol is the most expensive city in Cyprus for rent. CUT has some student rooms from about €350 a month and offers rent support to students in need, but most students rent shared furnished flats in the city. CUT's own estimate of monthly costs is below.
| Item | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| CUT student roomsStarting rent reported in August 2026 | €350per month | ≈ ₹37,100 |
| Furnished room or flat, bills includedCUT estimate for Limassol, shared or single | €400–600per month | ≈ ₹42,400 – ₹63,600 |
| Food, transport and personal costsCUT estimate | €200–400per month | ≈ ₹21,200 – ₹42,400 |
| Total living costsCUT estimate, excluding tuition | €800–1,000per month | ≈ ₹84,800 – ₹1.1 lakh |
| Medical exams and insuranceInternational students | €300–350one-off | ≈ ₹31,800 – ₹37,100 |
| Entry and residence permitThen €100–€120 every 12 months to renew | €80–100one-off | ≈ ₹8,480 – ₹10,600 |
Campus and location
Limassol is a lively coastal city on the south coast of Cyprus and the country's main business hub, with shipping, technology, fintech and tourism firms. CUT's faculties sit in renovated buildings across the old town, so students live and study in the middle of the city.
- City-centre campus spread across Limassol's old town, a short walk from the seafront.
- Some teaching, such as hotel and tourism management, takes place in Paphos.
- The Cyprus International Institute for Environmental and Public Health runs the English-taught Master in Public Health.
- Part of the EUt+ European university alliance, with exchange options at partner universities.
- Larnaca and Paphos airports are each about an hour away by road.
Careers and graduate outcomes
CUT is well connected with Limassol employers, which include many international shipping, technology and finance firms that work in English. Non-EU master's graduates can apply to stay up to 12 months to look for work or start a business. During studies, non-EU students may work part time only in listed sectors.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Stay after a master's | Up to 12 months to look for work or start a business | Civil Registry and Migration Department |
| Part-time work for non-EU students | Up to 20 hours a week in term, 38 in breaks, in listed sectors only | Cyprus Employers and Industrialists Federation, Mar 2026 |
| Master in Public Health accreditation | Accredited nationally (DIPAE) and in Europe (APHEA) | CUT: Master in Public Health |
Studying in Cyprus
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FAQs
Can I study a bachelor's at CUT in English?
Generally no. CUT's bachelor's degrees are taught in Greek. Indian students usually apply to its English-taught master's degrees, or to private Cypriot universities for an English-taught bachelor's.
How much is a master's at CUT?
Most master's degrees cost €5,125 in total for all nationalities. Self-funded programmes cost more: €7,500 for XDMarComs, €9,600 for Interaction Design and €19,500 for the three-year joint MSc in Electronic Science and Technology. There is also a one-time €40 registration fee.
Which English-taught master's suits Indian students best?
The Master in Public Health is the most established, accredited by APHEA and taught over 14 months. Engineering graduates can look at the Chemical Engineering with Circular (Bio)Economy master's, and marketing or design graduates at XDMarComs or Brand Experience Design.
Is Limassol expensive?
It is the most expensive city in Cyprus for housing. CUT estimates €800–€1,000 a month in total living costs, with €400–€600 of that for a furnished room or flat.
Can I stay in Cyprus after my master's?
Yes. Master's graduates can apply for a permit of up to 12 months to look for work or start a business. The job must match the level of your studies.
Sources
- Cyprus University of Technology: tuition and fees (opens in a new tab)
- Cyprus University of Technology: master's tuition fees (opens in a new tab)
- Cyprus University of Technology: master's programmes (opens in a new tab)
- Cyprus University of Technology: master's FAQ (opens in a new tab)
- Cyprus University of Technology: Master in Public Health (opens in a new tab)
- Cyprus University of Technology: MSc Electronic Science and Technology (opens in a new tab)
- Cyprus University of Technology: Master in Chemical Engineering with Circular (Bio)Economy (opens in a new tab)
- Cyprus University of Technology: cost of living (opens in a new tab)
- Cyprus Mail: Tepak in THE World University Rankings 2027 (Sep 2026) (opens in a new tab)
- Cyprus News Agency: UCY and CUT in QS World University Rankings 2027 (opens in a new tab)
- Cyprus Mail: student rents soar amid housing shortage (Aug 2026) (opens in a new tab)
- Civil Registry and Migration Department: stay after studies to seek work (opens in a new tab)
- Cyprus Employers and Industrialists Federation: revised decree on employing third-country students, Mar 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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