Earn an EU Veterinary Degree in Cyprus

  • EU-wide degree recognition, allowing EU/EFTA nationals to register as veterinary surgeons across the EU/EFTA region
  • Early exposure to animal care during first year
  • Scholarships available
  • Global faculty expertise in small and large animal medicine
  • Devoted student success team: Personal tutor, Career Advisors to facilitate your journey from Student to Veterinarian

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5-Year Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) for High School Leavers

Duration:

5 Years

Qualification Awarded:

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Language of Instruction:

English

Study Veterinary Medicine at the University of Nicosia (UNIC)

Our modern curriculum is designed to:
  • Train students to become highly competent veterinarians and equip them with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to meet the challenges of contemporary veterinary medicine.
  • Provide students with a strong foundation in the basic sciences and many opportunities to apply their knowledge in clinical and practical settings.
  • Train graduates to acquire the necessary skills and competencies to evaluate patients, make diagnoses, treat a wide range of conditions, preserve quality of life, and alleviate pain in the animals under their care.
  • Produce competent and compassionate veterinarians with strong decision-making abilities, clinical skills, manual dexterity, and effective communication skills.
  • Encourage critical thinking, research, evidence-based decision-making, and lifelong learning, fostering a mindset of continuous professional development.
  • Nurture an interest in animal welfare, ethics, public policy, One Health, and international veterinary medicine, ensuring graduates are well-versed in the broader societal and global implications of their profession.
  • Deliver student-centred teaching that facilitates active learning and deep understanding, incorporating innovative teaching methods that reflect the latest advancements in veterinary education.

This innovative and cutting-edge curriculum ensures that graduates are well-prepared to meet the evolving demands of veterinary medicine, making a meaningful impact in animal health, public health, and the veterinary profession worldwide.

Key Features

  • EU-wide degree recognition, allowing EU/EFTA nationals to register as veterinary surgeons across the EU/EFTA region

  • Early exposure to animal care during first year

  • Expertise through in-depth quantitative genetics training

  • Global faculty expertise in small and large animal medicine

  • Curriculum aligned with Day One Skills and Competences as required by RCVS, AVMA, EAEVE, and World Organization for Animal Health

  • Advanced facilities including Anatomy and Clinical Skills Laboratories

  • Devoted student success team: Personal tutor, Career Advisors to facilitate your journey from Student to Veterinarian

Clinical Training Partner for UNIC Veterinary Students in Switzerland

 VetTrust in Switzerland is a clinical training site for students of the University of Nicosia (UNIC) School of Veterinary Medicine. 

VetTrust is the leading provider of small animal healthcare in Switzerland. The group unites clinics and practices at more than 40 locations in German-speaking Switzerland.

‍Driven by the love of animals, VetTrust offers state-of-the-art medicine and customer service at the highest level.

What our Students Say

The veterinary medicine programme prepares me for a productive career within the veterinary medical profession, while at the same time gives me a strong academic foundation to pursue a research career option. The experienced faculty, personal tutors, and career advisors are invaluable in shaping my education and my journey from student to a successful veterinarian.

Rebecca Panayi, Class of 2027, Cyprus

This programme offers, through field trips, a unique opportunity to visit animal husbandry farms from year one and gain hands-on experience. I find these experiences critical for developing a well-rounded understanding of veterinary medicine, and for gaining invaluable practical skills that can be applied in my future professional endeavours.

Bshara Haddadin, Class of 2027, Jordan

The anatomy lab facilities for the DVM programme have been a standout highlight of my education. The state-of-the-art equipment and technology used in the lab allow for hands-on learning experiences that are both engaging and effective. In addition, the lab instructors are knowledgeable and passionate about their work, and they go above and beyond of what is required to ensure that each student understands the material thoroughly.

Mark Wahba, Class of 2027, Canada

Upon arriving at the UNIC campus, I was warmly welcomed by the faculty and staff, who have created an engaging learning environment. The programme is challenging, and I am certain it will equip me with the necessary knowledge and skills for a successful career in veterinary medicine. My classmates and I have grown close, sharing daily laughs and support in our shared passion for animals. UNIC also offers many volunteer opportunities that allow us to contribute to the community while enhancing our professional skills.

Margarita Demetriou, Class of 2028, Cyprus

Admissions requirements 

  • Abitur with a minimum overall 2.2 and 10/15 in the sciences including chemistry,

    Or Swiss Matura / Federal Secondary School Leaving Certificate with a minimum overall of 4.7 and similar grades in sciences including Chemistry,

    Or Austrian Matura with a minimum overall of 1,8, and a minimum of one science with 1, plus one more science with 2, plus one more subject with 2. Chemistry is a mandatory science,

    Or Diplome de Fin d’Etudes Secondaires with a minimum overall of 45/ 60 and similar grades in sciences including Chemistry,

    Or GCE A’ Levels with grades ABB, to include Chemistry and one of either Biology, Physics or Maths, and one more subject,

    Or International Baccalaureate with 32 overall and a combined score of 16 at Higher Level, to include Chemistry and at least one of either Biology, Physics or Maths

  • English Language Requirements: 6.5 overall in the IELTS (with 6.5 in writing and a minimum of 6.0 in all other elements),

    Or 79 in TOEFL iBT

    Or grade 5 in the GCSE

    Or a score of 5 in English in the International Baccalaureate Standard Level (SL)

  • Other qualifications also acceptable please apply to assess your eligibility

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Life in Cyprus as a Student

The international atmosphere, the safety, the amazing weather the delicious Mediterranean food and the warm and welcoming people will create the perfect setting for your studies

  • Cyprus was rated as the safest country in the world for students (WHO 2017)

  • Experience life in one of the safest and most welcoming countries in Europe, known for its hospitality and high quality of life

  • Enjoy a high-quality education in Cyprus, where the cost of living is significantly more affordable compared to Switzerland

  • Over 80% of the population Speaks English

  • It is the sunniest country in Europe, with over 300 days of sunshine every year

  • Discover our Golden Beaches, Virgin Green Forests and Natural Wonders, all located in less than 2 hours drive from the School of Veterinary Medicine