INCOMING ERASMUS STUDENTS 2016-2017
SPRING SEMESTER
MOBILITY SUPPORT OFFICE
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS SERVICE
WELCOME MEETING
FRIDAY 13TH JANUARY 2017
MOBILITY SUPPORT OFFICE
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS SERVICE
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MOBILITY SUPPORT OFFICE
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS SERVICE
Spain , France,
UK,
Finland,
Germany,
Netherlands,
Italy,
Austria
Greece,
Czech Republic,
Poland ,
Hungary ,
Belgium, UK,
Ireland, Bulgaria,
Estonia, Lithuania,
Romania, Latvia
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MOBILITY SUPPORT OFFICE
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS SERVICE
WHO ARE WE?
EMMA ZENIOU,
UNIVERSITY OFFICER IN CHARGE
MARIA HADJIMATHEOU,
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT,
OUTGOING STUDENTS
CHARIKLIA CHARALAMBOUS,
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT,
INCOMING STUDENTS
GEORGE THEOFILOU,
ERASMUS STUDENT
PLACEMENTS
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CYPRUS – THE MAP
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CYPRUS – KEY FIGURES
E third largest island in the Mediterranean sea after Sicily and
The
Sardinia
A country with long history, first inhabitants in 10000 BC, the
Paleolithic period
Independent country since 1960
Capital city is Nicosia, Lefkosia in Greek
Population just over 1m (848,300 in 2015)
Half of the island occupied by Turkey since 1974 after Turkey
invaded the country
Member of the European Union since 2004
Member of the Eurozone since 2008, currency EURO
The most southeastern country of Europe
Native language is Greek, local dialect Cypriot
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CYPRUS
THE CYPRUS PROBLEM
 Cyprus is an independent country since 1960. There were two
communities on the island, the Greek Cypriots (majority) and the Turkish
Cypriots (minority) who lived for many years peacefully together
 In 1963 there was a conflict between the two communities led by fanatic
nationalist groups
 On the 15th of July of 1974, a coup led by some Greek Cypriots with the
help of the Dictatorial Government of Greece at the time overthrew the
legal president of Cyprus, Makarios
 Five days later on the 20th of July of 1974 Turkish troops invaded the
island
 As a result Turkey took over the 38% of the island. This part is still
occupied.
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CYPRUS
 200 thousand Greek Cypriots had to leave by force their homes and
come to the southern areas as refugees, thousands of people were killed
and a number of people also still missing.
THE
PROBLEM
 InCYPRUS
1985 the
occupied areas were declared as independent forming the so
called “Northern Republic of Cyprus” which is recognized by Turkey but
not recognized by the United Nations, or any other country
 Only since 2004 Greek Cypriots are allowed to “visit” their home-land,
under conditions, e.g. showing a passport. Other country nationals can
also visit the occupied area by showing a valid passport
 In case you decide to visit the occupied area do not accept to have a
stamp on your passport, ask the guards at the crossing point to stamp
you a blank piece of paper. The other part is not recognized as a
different country. Make sure you cross the border through legal points.
 Unfortunately a solution to the problem has not yet been achieved
although talks are being held at the moment between the President of
the Republic of Cyprus, the Leader of the Turkish Cypriot community and
the United Nations in Geneva, Switzerland
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SOME USEFUL WORDS IN GREEK – ΕΛΛΗΝΙΚΑ (ELLINIKA)
ΓΕΙΑ ΣΟΥ
YIA SOU
- HELLO
ΤΙ ΚΑΝΕΙΣ;
TI KANIS?
- HOW ARE YOU?
EIMAI ΚΑΛΑ IME KALA
- I AM OK
ΕΥΧΑΡΙΣΤΩ
EFXARISTO
- THANK YOU
ΠΑΡΑΚΑΛΩ
PARAKALO
- YOU ARE WELCOME
ΚΑΛΗΜΕΡΑ
KALIMERA
- GOOD MORNING
ΚΑΛΗΝΥΧΤΑ KALINIXTA
- GOOD NIGHT
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SOME TYPICAL CYPRIOT FOOD & DRINK YOU SHOULD DEFINITELY TRY
CYPRIOT MEZE –means “little delicacies”, could consist of as many as 30
small plates of savory dips and vegetables and a wide range of fish and
meat dishes cooked in several different ways
ZIVANIA: The Cypriot aperitif Zivania, with its strong aniseed flavor, is
refreshing in warm weather.
COMMANDARIA: Commandaria, a sweet, fortified, dessert wine is unique
to Cyprus . It was originally produced by the Knights of St. John at Kolossi
in the Middle Ages and is reminiscent of medieval wine.
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SOME TYPICAL CYPRIOT FOOD YOU SHOULD DEFINITELY TRY
Loukanika: Pork sausages soaked in red wine and smoked seasoned with coriander and red pepper.
Koupepia: (Also known as Dolmades) Grape leaves stuffed with minced meat and rice seasoned with mint,
onions and spices.
Lountza: smoked pork soaked in red wine.
Halloumi: White soft cheese (usually grilled when served as part of a Meze) made from either goat or
sheep milk and sometimes spiced with peppermint.
Souvlaki: Cypriot Kebabs. Served either as succulent lamb cutlets, pork fillets, grilled chicken or as a
combination of any or all of these.
Sheftalia: Grilled fresh sausage made of minced pork, chopped onions, bread crumbs, chopped parsley,
white pepper and salt.
Keftedes: Deep fried crispy & spicy meatballs cooked in olive oil.
Afelia: Pork cubes marinated in wine and coriander.
Moussaka: Popular dish made of layers of sliced aubergines, courgettes, potatoes and minced meat
topped with creamy bechamel sauce, baked in the oven.
Stiphado: Beef or rabbit stew casseroled with wine, vinegar, onions and spices.
Ofto kleftiko: Chunks of lamb cooked in a sealed clay oven and seasoned with pepper and bay leaves.
Tiganita kolokithakia: Fried zucchini, mixed with scrambled eggs and fresh parsley.
Tiganites melintzanes: Fried eggplants dipped in flour, fried and served hot.
Xoriatiki salata: Village salad, includes cabbage, lettuce, rucola, coriander, celery, spring onions,
cucumbers, capers, olives, green peppers and feta cheese with a dressing made of olive oil lemon juice and
salt.
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CYPRUS, NICOSIA – THE CAPITAL CITY LEFKOSIA
Nicosia is the capital city of Cyprus!
It is the last divided capital in Europe!
Visit Ledras Street, Onasagorou Street in the old city within
the walls
Full of cafes and nice taverns/restaurants
You may visit the Venetian Walls and the Famagusta Gate
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CYPRUS, NICOSIA – THE CAPITAL CITY LEFKOSIA
Eleftheria square, is the main square in central Nicosia,
Cyprus. It forms the intersection of Ledra and Onasagorou
streets with Stasinou, Omirou, Kostaki Pantelidi,
Konstandinou Palaiologou and Evagorou avenues.
Masterplan created by Zaha Hadid Architects
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CYPRUS, LARNACA, THE AIRPORT CITY
Famous for the Phinikoudes avenue near the sea
Visit Mackenzie beach with lots of beach bars and
restaurants
Sightseeing in the area:
Agios Lazaros Church
Angeloktisti Church in Kiti
The Fort of Larnaka
Salt lake
Hala Sultan Tekke
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CYPRUS, LIMASSOL, THE CITY OF FUN LEMESOS
Nice beaches, beautiful seafront to walk
Lots of cafes, restaurants and beach bars
Limassol Marina with cafes and restaurants
Events: 26th February 2017, Carnival Parade
Other Sightseeing:
Colossi Castle
Medieval Castle
Kourion Theatre
Ancient town of Amathus
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CYPRUS, PAPHOS, THE ANCIENT CITY
Has great archaeological background
An airport city as well, Rynair flies from this airport
Sightseeing
Petra tou Romiou, .......the birthplace of Venus
Akamas Peninsula
Baths of Aphrodite
Tombs of the Kings
Pafos Medieval Castle
EVENTS: Pafos 2017, European Capital of Culture together
with Aarhus in Denmark
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CYPRUS, AYIA NAPA , PROTARAS AND PARALIMNI, FAMAGUSTA AREA
Famous for the nightlife and the sandy beaches mostly in
the summer!
Recommended to visit also in the area:
Nissi Beach, Konnos beach – natural trail
Ayia Napa Monastery
Cape Greco
Small villages in the area
Liopetri river
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PRACTICAL ISSUES FOR YOUR FIRST DAYS IN CYPRUS AND THE
UNIVERSITY
ACCOMMODATION
Students seeking accommodation are advised to
EITHER follow the link prepared by our Housing Office for a list of private
houses/apartments /rooms for rent
http://www.ucy.ac.cy/fmweb/en/announcements
This list is issued weekly by the Housing Office, and is updated every Friday with new
advertisements.
OR contact us
OR join our Facebook group
OR after our meeting today please get in touch with each other to sort out
accommodation in shared flats etc
FACEBOOK GROUP
Visit our Facebook group for the incoming Erasmus students 2016-2017
ERASMUS 2016-2017-UNIVERSITY OF CYPRUS
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PRACTICAL ISSUES FOR YOUR FIRST DAYS IN CYPRUS AND THE
UNIVERSITY
Steps for Registration – PLEASE NOTE THAT AT THIS STAGE YOU HAVE NO
ACCESS TO THE SYSTEM. IT WILL BE DONE MANUALLY FOR YOU
Step1 - Fill in the Student Registration form (for undergraduate or postgraduate
studies) You must have already completed your student registration forms and sent
them to Chariklia by e-mail with copies of passports and 1st degrees in case of
master students.
NEED TO DO NOW - Fill in the Course Registration form (for undergraduate or
postgraduate studies) with the courses you have on your original SIGNED learning
agreements and take them to the relevant department for the signature of the
Erasmus Coordinator. Then you need to submit the signed forms to Chariklia starting
from MONDAY 16/01/2017 and at the latest BY WEDNESDAY 18/01/2017. After
submitting the forms to us (Chariklia) we will complete manually your registration
and your access to the banner web (our electronic registration system)
YOU WILL NEED to make changes to your original selection of courses . Check the
timetable of courses to be offered this semester and also check with the relevant
department to find the new courses. Please make sure you agree the changes with
your home universities before selecting new subjects. Every course has a University
of Cyprus code called MAM (CRN) code. Please find out the correct MAM codes for
the courses you will choose before you complete the forms.
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PRACTICAL ISSUES FOR YOUR FIRST DAYS IN CYPRUS AND THE
UNIVERSITY
EXPLANATIONS TO THE TIMETABLE OF COURSES
CRN/MAM CODE – THE COURSE CODE
DAYS OF THE WEEK IT IS OFFERED: M (Monday) , T (Tuesday), W (Wednesday),
R (Thursday), F (Friday), S (Saturday)
BUILDINGS:
ΧΩΔ01 – NEW CAMPUS, PANEPISTIMIOUPOLI (PURE AND APPLIED SCIENCES
LECTURE HALLS 1)
ΧΩΔ02- NEW CAMPUS, PANEPISTIMIOUPOLI (SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS LECTURE
HALLS 2)
ΘΕΕ01 + ΘΕΕ02 - NEW CAMPUS, PANEPISTIMIOUPOLI ,PURE AND APPLIED
SCIENCES SCHOOL
ΟΕΔ01 + ΟΕΔ02 - NEW CAMPUS, PANEPISTIMIOUPOLI , SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS
ΚΕΝΤΡ – OLD CAMPUS KENTRIKA, KALLIPOLEOS AVENUE
ΠΤΕΡ + ΠΤΕΡ Β – OLD CAMPUS KENTRIKA, KALLIPOLEOS AVENUE
ΑΡΧΤ – END OF LEDRA STREET OLD CITY
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PRACTICAL ISSUES FOR YOUR FIRST DAYS IN CYPRUS AND THE
UNIVERSITY
Registration/Changes
Remember that you need to bring the signed Course registration forms
to our office NOT LATER THAN THE 18th January 2017. The registration
to courses will be made manually by the responsible offices here at UCY
with Chariklia.
In case you want to make changes, you are required to submit your
final selection of courses after the changes PREFERABLY BY THE 22nd
January 2017 AND NOT LATER THAN THE 27th January 2017 .
These changes must be noted on the “Changes to learning agreement
form”. Please write down the added and deleted subjects on this form
and get the signature of your academic responsible at UCY but make
sure your home university also agrees before you proceed to the
changes. Once ready submit this document to Chariklia in order for the
change to be incorporated in our system.
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PRACTICAL ISSUES FOR YOUR FIRST DAYS IN CYPRUS AND THE
UNIVERSITY
Issue of the UCY Student Card
Once the registration in courses is finished please follow step 2 below:
Step 2:
Once the student’s details are entered in the system the student must create his/her
own account in the banner web system as follows
Read the instructions to create your password
www.ucy.ac.cy/register
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UNIVERSITY
Issue of the UCY Student Card
Step 3 – Student card creation and issue with which the student has access to the
Library
Instructions
Please Follow the link here below and complete the required fields ,
www.ucy.ac.cy/ucycard
The first field as shown here below is asking your username and the second
your password. After the button «Σύνδεση»(means connection) the
instructions will be available also in the English language.
Σύνδεση (CONNECTION)
Για να συνδεθείτε, καταχωρίστε το όνομα χρήστη και τον κωδικό
πρόσβασης μοναδικής σύνδεσης (Single Sign-On)
Top of Form
Όνομα χρήστη (Username)
Κωδικός πρόσβασης
(Password)
Bottom of Form
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PRACTICAL ISSUES FOR YOUR FIRST DAYS IN CYPRUS AND THE
UNIVERSITY
Issue of the UCY Student Card
Step 3 – Student card creation and issue with which the student has access to the
Library and computer labs
Uploading your photo:
Required Dimensions
200Χ300 Pixels
300
200
For students who have difficulties with the photo a photo station will be
available at the Social Activities Building (ΚΟΔ6) , Room 003A as from
16/01/2017-20/01/2017 between 9.30-14.00. Your photo will be
automatically uploaded to your personal file in the system.
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PRACTICAL ISSUES FOR YOUR FIRST DAYS IN CYPRUS AND THE
UNIVERSITY
Issue of the UCY Student Card
Step 3 – Student card creation and issue with which the student has access to the
Library
One the previous steps are finished reconnect and confirm your personal
information. Check the status of the page whether the application was successfully
submitted.
 If the procedure is completed correctly the card is ordered and send by the system for
printing
 After 2 working days log in again to the system and check that the card order is Ok. If you
get the message “Your card is processed for printing” then everything is Ok
 Within 5 working days log in the system again and check if your card is ready for pick up
 If yes you can pick it up at the at the Express Service Desk between the hours of 9: 00 am1: 00 pm (Monday-Friday daily). Card printing will begin from 1st February and onwards.
 Once you see that your card is on the List of printed cards go to the Express Services
Office to pick it up.
Contact details of the Express Service Desk:
Social Activities Building, ΚΟΔ07, Room 16, 9.00-13.00
Tel: 22 89 5555
email: [email protected]
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UNIVERSITY
CHECK LIST
After visiting the Mobility Support Office (Erasmus Office) make sure that you:
1.
Have arranged to meet with your Erasmus Departmental Coordinator
(check the contact details on your acceptance letter)
2.
Have completed the Changes to the Learning Agreement Form, with the changes
of your courses until the 27/01/2017 (complete the relevant form and return it
back to the Erasmus office signed by your Erasmus departmental coordinator
here.) Make sure that you get the approval from your home university before
doing any changes.
3.
Have created your account password according to the Erasmus office instructions
(check your emails)
4.
After you create your account you may proceed to the issue of your student card.
Please follow the link here below and complete the required fields:
www.ucy.ac.cy/ucycard. The first field asks for your username and the second for
your password. (check your emails)
5.
Have checked the banner web if you have been registered to the right courses (if
the courses do not appear on the blackboard this has nothing to do with the
registration and you will have to speak directly to your professors)
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PRACTICAL ISSUES FOR YOUR FIRST DAYS IN CYPRUS AND THE
UNIVERSITY
School of Modern Greek/Greek Courses
The School of Modern Greek of the University of Cyprus offers both intensive and
non-intensive courses of Greek as a foreign language.
Further information and the application form for enrolment at the School of Modern
Greek can be requested directly at the address:
University of Cyprus
School of Modern Greek
Senate Council Building Anastasios Leventis, 2nd floor
Tel: +357 22 892028
e-mail: [email protected]
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IMPORTANT THINGS YOU MUST REMEMBER
CYPRUS IS A NICE PLACE FOR HOLIDAYS BUT YOU ARE HERE TO STUDY –
DON’T FORGET THIS!
LECTURES ARE COMPULSORY SO PLEASE GO TO THE LECTURES!!!!!!!YOU
MAY HAVE PROBLEMS IF YOU DON’T! IF FOR A REASON YOU WILL MISS A
LECTURE PLEASE INFORM YOUR ACADEMICS!
IN ASSIGNMENTS YOU MAY HAVE TO DO, PLEASE REMEMBER!
DON’T COPY!!!!YOU MAY BE PUNISHED FOR PLAGIARISM!!!!!
You may not get a passing mark if you don’t go to the lectures or copy an
assignment from a book or other publication.
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IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER
REGISTRATION WEEK: 9-13 January
COMMENCEMENT OF LECTURES: 16 January
LAST DATE FOR COURSE SELECTION: 22 January
LAST DATE FOR COURSE REMOVAL: 3 February
LAST DAY OF WITHDRAWAL FROM COURSE: 3 March
END OF LECTURES: 28 April
EXAM PREPARATION: 1-7 May
EXAMS: 8-22 May
HOLIDAYS 10-23 April
PUBLIC HOLIDAYS
27 February, 25 March, 1 April, 16 April (Easter Sunday), 5
June
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PRACTICAL ISSUES FOR YOUR FIRST DAYS IN CYPRUS AND THE
UNIVERSITY
Medical Cover
It is recommended that all European students who come to
the University of Cyprus to be holders of the European
Health Card or a private medical insurance.
Public Hospital – Nicosia General Hospital, Latsia, off
Limassol Avenue opposite IKEA and the Mall of Cyprus area
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UNIVERSITY
Student Clubs - http://www.ucy.ac.cy/fmweb/en/welfare-sector/student-life-office
List of Clubs
• Archaeological Club
• Cyprus Association for Special Education (C.A.I.E.)
• Environmental
• Experimental Workshop of Creative Expression (E.W.C.E.)
• ΙΕΕΕ
•Karate
•Orthodox and Hellenic Tradition
•Psychology
•Scouting and Survival
•Theatre
•Fencing
•Chess Club
•Volunteer
• Art
• Dance
• International Student Club
• Film
•Journalists
•Music
•Photoclub
•Sailing
•"Terpsichorian" Music Group
•RC Models
•Sociology
•Cycling
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UNIVERSITY
UCY INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS CLUB
[email protected]
and on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/International-Students-Club-ISC519477371488744/
ESN NICOSIA
[email protected]
ESN Nicosia
site: www.esncy.org
facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/esnnicosia/
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PRACTICAL ISSUES FOR YOUR FIRST DAYS IN CYPRUS AND THE
UNIVERSITY
Temporary Resident Permit (for those who need an entry visa to Cyprus)
You will need a temporary residence permit for your stay in Cyprus after the expiry
of the entry visa you are given at the airport upon entry to the country.
Required Documents for the Issue of a Temporary Residence Permit
Duly certified copy of passport or other travel document, with a validity of:
•at least the expected duration of studies
•at least two years
•Proof of comprehensive health insurance in the Republic, unless the applicant is automatically insured with
his registration to the Education Institution
•Original medical examinations for Hepatitis B and C, AIDS/HIV, Syphilis and report of chest X-ray for
Tuberculosis from Cyprus stamped and signed by government doctor with validity of four months
•Confirmation form a Banking Institution in the Republic that the applicant has transferred sufficient funds
to his personal account to cover tuition fees, accommodation and living expenses for the period that the
residence permit is applied for
•Personal Bank Guarantee or Bank Guarantee from the Education Institution for repatriation expenses
•Two Passport-sized photographs
•Receipt of payment of €34.17 for application fees plus another 30 euro for the issue of the pink slip
•Application Form M61 thoroughly completed and signed
•GO TO THE INTERNATIONAL SUPPORT OFFICE – SENATE COUNCIL BUILDING GROUND FLOOR
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PRACTICAL ISSUES FOR YOUR FIRST DAYS IN CYPRUS AND THE
UNIVERSITY
Supermarkets
Around the university campus you can find LIDL, CARREFOUR and METRO supermarkets
Pharmacies
There are a number of pharmacies in the area, check Kyrineias Avenue very near the
Student Halls
Bicycle renting
There is a station inside the UCY campus and one in Kyrineias Avenue
Banks
There are a number of banks in Kyrineias Avenue
Buses
Number 150 bus connects the Aglantzia and at the Kallipoleos Campus
http://www.osel.com.cy/index.php?wp=routedetails_en&route=150
A UCY bus will connect the main and Kallipoleos campus free of charge – will inform you
soon about it
Intercity buses
Intercity buses have regular routes that connect Nicosia and the other cities
http://www.intercity-buses.com/?wp=home
Telephone card for your mobile
Can be purchased at any kiosk
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UNIVERSITY
MOBILITY SUPPORT (ERASMUS) OFFICE HOURS: 10.00-12.00 DAILY
ADDRESS AND CONTACT DETAILS
Mobility Support Office , Ground Floor, Room 002 ΧΩΔ02 Building, ΣΟΕΔ
New Campus, Aglantzia
Contact persons:
Ms Emma Zeniou, Officer in charge Mobility Support Office,
Tel: +357 22 894281, Fax: +357 22 894471
e-mail: [email protected], [email protected]
Ms Maria Hadjimatheou, Administrative Assistant for outgoing Erasmus students,
Tel: +357 22 894282
e-mail: [email protected]
Ms Chariklia Charalambous, Administrative Assistant for incoming Erasmus students,
Tel: +357 22 894279
e-mail: [email protected]
George Theofilou, Erasmus placements
Tel: +357 22 894283
e-mail: [email protected]
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1987 – 2017 30 years ERASMUS PROGRAMME - CELEBRATIONS
Official start of the celebrations on the 17th January 2017 at 19.00
THOC Theatre Nicosia – Cyprus Theatre Organization, National Theatre Cyprus
Κεντρική Σκηνή του ΘΟΚ στη Λευκωσία - Map
Ηλεκτρονική δήλωση συμμετοχής - apply online until 13 January
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