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Neapolis University Pafos

Neapolis University Pafos (NUP) is located in Pafos, Cyprus. 

NUP campus. Several white buildings are surrounding a pool. We see houses and the ocean in the background
NUP and EMERGE logos

NUP is an accredited private university in Cyprus, offering English language programmes that attract international students. NUP's mission is to create a people-centred educational institution with international quality standards, emphasising social responsibility and academic excellence. The University aims to contribute to social cohesion, scientific progress and the development of high-quality professionals through interactive and innovative learning pedagogies.

As an active member of the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) and UNAIC, NUP supports and contributes to the achievement of UN goals, including human rights, access to education, sustainability and conflict resolution. In addition, as part of its academic development, NUP is working to develop joint degrees with Greek, UK and other EU universities.

NUP has developed strong links with the business community in Pafos and the Republic and boasts a remarkable employability rate of over 93%. The Liaison Office actively engages with various organisations to promote collaboration between academia and the business sector, with a focus on integrating student placement programmes into the university curriculum. The University Library is open to the local and regional communities, contributing to the overall wellbeing of the region.

In addition, the Counselling Centre for Research and Psychological Support, which is open to all university students and the wider community in Pafos and Cyprus, provides free and confidential professional counselling services. NUP prioritises its role in strengthening the social and economic cohesion of the region and the Republic, which it considers vital to the University's existence.