Living in Cyprus

Cyprus has a rich history which can be traced back more than 10,000 years. Archaeological remains go back to the Neolithic Age, and include relics from both ancient Greece and Rome. Cyprus' beaches, mountains, and villages are unsurpassed in natural beauty.

Students live in local apartments or residence halls. In addition to the academic program, students have the opportunity to explore the culture of Cyprus at their program site, as well as participating in tours of historical and archaeological sites.

Nicosia, Limassol, Larnaca are the main cities for study in Cyprus with the majority of universities and colleges being located there.

At the current time, international students are not allowed to work 20 hours a week unlike in Australia, the UK, Europe, States and other popular study abroad destination. However in summer which is from June to September, students of in the hotel and hospitality field can get full-time work permits allowing them to find work restaurants, 3-5 star hotels, hotel apartments,. At this time of year Cyprus is very busy with a large amount of European and international tourists.

Students usually get a basic salary of US$600 per month in the first year of their work with subsequent increases each year. Tips can also supplement this basic wage for students. So depending on the amount of work experience and the hotel or restaurant they are working in this can be as much as $750 - $1500 per month.

Compared to many other European countries accommodation and food expense are comparatively lower in Cyprus for the overseas student.

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