The University of Nicosia (UNIC) is a leading comprehensive and research-oriented institution in the Mediterranean, committed to excellence in teaching, research, innovation, sustainability, societal engagement, and cultural contributions. Embracing the holistic One Health concept, UNIC focuses on the interconnectedness of human and animal health within a sustainable environment. This approach is embodied in UNIC Health, which includes the School of Veterinary Medicine, the Medical School, and the Medical Centre, fostering a dynamic academic setting. Here, students receive a well-rounded education and engage in inter-professional learning, promoting collaboration across disciplines under the One Health initiative.

UNIC, a leading institution in Southern Europe where English is the primary language of instruction, welcomes over 12,500 students from more than 100 countries, creating a diverse and progressive academic community. Ranked within the 501-600 range globally by the 2025 Times Higher Education World University Rankings, UNIC is among the top 2% of universities worldwide.

The School of Veterinary Medicine offers a 5-year Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) programme, with first-class scientific and clinical training in veterinary medicine. Through our integrative approach, we not only prepare you for a successful career, but also provide you with the academic foundations for a research career. Our curriculum is aligned with the UK Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, the European Association of Establishments for Veterinary Education, the American Veterinary Medical Association, and the World Organization for Animal Health.

The Medical School provides a dual-path Doctor of Medicine (MD) programme: a 6-year track for high school graduates and a 5-year track for those with an undergraduate degree in any field. After completing the Basic and Clinical Sciences Years of our medical programmes, students can complete the final two years of practical training at the Hirslanden Clinic in Zurich and its selected partners. The programmes are listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools and accredited by the World Federation for Medical Education standards

All our programmes align with standards set by the EU, US, UK, and globally.