About the university
Neapolis University Pafos (NUP) is a private university founded in 2007 in Paphos, a coastal city in the west of Cyprus. It is a compact, career-focused university with strengths in accounting and finance, business, law, architecture, real estate and civil engineering. It is a member of the EMERGE European University Alliance and takes part in Erasmus+ exchanges.
Two features stand out for international students. First, NUP teaches two law programmes in partnership with the University of Reading in the UK: the three-year LLB in Law and the LLM in International Commercial Law are awarded by Reading. Second, its BSc Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence, taught entirely in English, is backed by the JetBrains Foundation, which funds full scholarships with a monthly stipend for a group of students each year after an entrance test.
Many NUP programmes are offered in either English or Greek, and some (such as Psychology and Public Administration) only in Greek. English-taught options include BSc Accounting, Banking and Finance, BSc Computer Science and AI, BSc International Relations and Security, Product Design Engineering, Civil Engineering, Business Administration, Architecture, the MBA, and master's degrees in accounting, banking and finance, data analytics and fintech, digital marketing, forensic accounting and information systems.
Paphos is quieter and usually cheaper than Nicosia or Limassol, with its own international airport about 15 km from the city. The trade-off is a smaller job market, built mainly around tourism, real estate and services. NUP does not publish its tuition fees online, so always get the fee for your programme confirmed in writing before you apply.
- Founded
- 2007, as a private university in Paphos
- Type
- Private university licensed in the Republic of Cyprus
- Programmes
- 14 on-campus bachelor's and 18 on-campus master's programmes, many in English or Greek
- UK partnership
- LLB in Law and LLM in International Commercial Law awarded by the University of Reading
- Intakes
- September and February for most programmes; applications accepted all year
- Alliance
- Full member of the EMERGE European University Alliance; Erasmus+ partner
- Fees
- Not published online; ask the Admissions Office for the 2027 fee in writing
Rankings
QS and THE World University Rankings 2027
No position published by the university
University announcement 2026
Reports placing in the top 7% worldwide in a 2026 ranking and 3rd in Cyprus for innovation
Popular courses with Indian students
Neapolis University Pafos doesn't publish course-by-course fees for international students online. See the courses on the official website (opens in a new tab), or ask our counsellor for the current list and fees.
Scholarships
- Bachelor's
JetBrains Foundation scholarship (BSc Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence)
Value: Covers tuition and accommodation, plus a €300 monthly stipend (15 scholarships)
Eligibility: Applicants to the BSc Computer Science and AI who pass the entrance test. For 2026, deadlines were 28 April and 9 June, with tests on 3 May and 14 June.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - All levels
NUP scholarships and financial support
Value: Tuition reductions (amounts not published)
Eligibility: Based on school-leaving grades, sports excellence, financial difficulty or large families. Apply with the financial support form; ask whether international students qualify.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Enrolled students
Erasmus+ mobility grants
Value: Monthly grant for a semester or traineeship at a partner university in Europe
Eligibility: NUP students through the university's Erasmus+ and EMERGE alliance agreements.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- A secondary school leaving certificate (Class 12) with transcript.
- English: IELTS Academic 5.0, TOEFL iBT 71, PTE Academic 58 or another B1-level certificate. Some programmes ask for B2.
- A personal statement of up to 500 words, a CV and one reference letter. Architecture also needs a portfolio.
- The BSc Computer Science and AI has its own entrance test and earlier deadlines (April and June for September entry).
Postgraduate
- A bachelor's degree with transcript in a relevant subject.
- English: the same minimum scores as for bachelor's degrees; the MBA asks for a B2-level certificate.
- Two reference letters, a personal statement of up to 500 words and a CV.
- Most master's degrees take 1.5 years (90 ECTS); admissions are in September and February.
Documents
- Passport copy
- Class 12 leaving certificate and transcript (bachelor's) or bachelor's degree and transcript (master's)
- English certificate (IELTS must be the Academic version)
- Personal statement (up to 500 words)
- CV
- One (bachelor's) or two (master's) reference letters
- Portfolio, for Architecture
- Documents for the Cyprus entry permit: proof of funds, medical certificates and police clearance
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 | 5.0 (General Training is not accepted) |
| TOEFL iBT | 71 |
| PTE Academic | 58 |
| Other proof | Password Skills Plus 5.5, Michigan ECCE, IGCSE English and other B1 certificates; the MBA asks for B2 |
Accommodation and living costs
NUP has en-suite rooms on campus with bills, Wi-Fi, cleaning and access to a pool and sports facilities included. It also partners with three private student complexes within walking distance (Paphos Gardens, Basilica Gardens and Aphrodite Gardens). The university does not publish room prices, so ask Admissions. Private rents in Paphos are usually below Limassol's.
| Item | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| One-bedroom flat in Paphos (private)2026 market figures; bills extra | €600–900per month | ≈ ₹63,600 – ₹95,400 |
| Three-bedroom flat in Paphos (shared)About 20% below Nicosia's €1,700; roughly €450 each if three share | €1,360per month | ≈ ₹1.4 lakh |
| Food, transport and personal costsCyprus University of Technology's estimate for students in Cyprus; NUP publishes no figure | €200–400per month | ≈ ₹21,200 – ₹42,400 |
Campus and location
Paphos is a seaside city in western Cyprus and a UNESCO World Heritage site for its ancient remains. It is smaller and calmer than Nicosia or Limassol, with a large tourism and property sector and an international airport about 15 km away.
- Campus in Paphos with labs, sports facilities, a swimming pool and 24-hour security.
- On-campus en-suite rooms plus three partner student complexes within walking distance.
- Law programmes delivered with the University of Reading; an EY x ACCA x NUP professional experience programme for accounting students.
- Member of the EMERGE European University Alliance, with exchange options across Europe.
Careers and graduate outcomes
NUP's accounting degree carries exemptions from all nine ACCA fundamental papers, and the university runs a professional experience programme with EY and ACCA. Paphos's own job market is small, so many graduates look to Limassol, Nicosia or abroad. Non-EU students can work part time only in listed sectors, and master's graduates can apply to stay up to 12 months to look for work or start a business in their field.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ACCA exemptions (BSc Accounting, Banking and Finance) | All nine fundamental (F) papers | NUP: BSc Accounting, Banking and Finance |
| Stay after a master's | Up to 12 months to seek work or start a business (EQF level 7 or higher) | NUP: residence permit for non-EU graduates |
| 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 |
Studying in Cyprus
Visa rules, work rights and living costs apply to every university in Cyprus. Our country guide covers them in detail:
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FAQs
How much are Neapolis University's fees?
NUP does not publish its tuition fees online; its fees page says fees have been reduced but asks applicants to contact Admissions. Ask for the fee for your programme and start year in writing before you pay anything.
Which programmes are taught in English?
Bachelor's: Accounting, Banking and Finance; Computer Science and AI; International Relations and Security; Product Design Engineering; Civil Engineering; Business Administration; Architecture; Real Estate; Communication, Marketing and PR; and the Reading LLB. Master's: MBA, Accounting and Financial Management, Banking, Investment and Finance, Data Analytics and Fintech, Digital Marketing, Forensic Accounting, Information Systems, Environmental Impact Assessment and the Reading LLM, among others. Several are offered in English or Greek, so confirm the English stream.
Do I get a UK degree for law?
Yes, for the LLB in Law and the LLM in International Commercial Law, which are awarded by the University of Reading and taught at NUP in Paphos.
What English score do I need?
IELTS Academic 5.0, TOEFL iBT 71 or PTE Academic 58 for most programmes; the MBA asks for B2 level.
Can I stay in Cyprus after graduating?
Master's graduates (EQF level 7 or higher) can apply for a permit of up to 12 months to look for work or start a business in their field. Bachelor's graduates need a job with a work permit.
Sources
- Neapolis University Pafos: on-campus courses (opens in a new tab)
- Neapolis University Pafos: admission requirements (opens in a new tab)
- Neapolis University Pafos: English language proficiency (opens in a new tab)
- Neapolis University Pafos: fees, funding and scholarships (opens in a new tab)
- Neapolis University Pafos: BSc Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence (opens in a new tab)
- Neapolis University Pafos: BSc Accounting, Banking and Finance (opens in a new tab)
- Neapolis University Pafos: LLB in Law (University of Reading) (opens in a new tab)
- Neapolis University Pafos: MBA (opens in a new tab)
- Neapolis University Pafos: on-campus accommodation (opens in a new tab)
- Neapolis University Pafos: residence permit for non-EU graduates (opens in a new tab)
- Cyprus Mail: student rents soar amid housing shortage (Aug 2026) (opens in a new tab)
- Cyprus Employers and Industrialists Federation: revised decree on employing third-country students, Mar 2026 (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.nup.ac.cy (opens in a new tab)
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