A new academic journey can begin in January. The Open University of Cyprus (OUC) is accepting applications from September 16 through November 10, 2026, for undergraduate and graduate degree programs, as well as for standalone courses, with classes beginning in the spring semester of the 2026–2027 academic year. The programs are offered online through the University’s three schools, covering a wide range of contemporary academic disciplines.

Humanities and Social Sciences: Culture, Language, Society, and Bioethics

The School of Humanities and Social Sciences covers fields ranging from Greek culture and language to politics, theater, and bioethics, combining the study of cultural heritage with contemporary social and scientific issues. For the spring semester of 2026–2027, the following undergraduate program is offered: Studies in Hellenic Culture (reduced tuition and fees at €6.000), and also the MAs  Greek Linguistics and Literature , Theater Studies, PNYX:Political History Theory and Practice  and Continuing Education and Lifelong as also as Cultural Policy and Development (€4.400).). As far as medicine is concerned, the MA Bioethics-Healthcare Ethics has a total cost of €5.400, with a 20% discount per thematic unit for the 2026–2027 academic year.

Economics and Management: Business, Law, Education, Health, and Shipping

In a constantly changing economic and business environment, the School of Economics and Management offers programs that link theoretical knowledge to the contemporary needs of organizations, businesses, and professionals. Its fields of study range from management, economics, and law to education, health services management, and shipping, offering options for both building a strong academic foundation and pursuing further professional specialization. The School boasts a faculty with a significant international presence and active research in the various fields of economics and management sciences. For the spring semester of 2026–2027, the following undergraduate programs are offered: Business Administration , Law and Business Economics (new program). At the graduate level, options include MA of Business Administration (The Open  MBA), in Greek or English, Healthcare Management (€4.500), τις Educational Sciences (€3.300) and the English-language International Shipping Management (in collaboration with the Cyprus University of Technology and with a special 10% discount).

Pure and Applied Sciences: τεχνολογία, Τεχνητή Νοημοσύνη και βιωσιμότητα

Technological advancement, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and sustainable development are at the heart of the major challenges of our time. The School of Pure and Applied Sciences focuses precisely on these fields, linking scientific knowledge with innovation and practical application. Its programs cover areas such as computer science, intelligent systems, human-computer interaction, environmental management, and security, while research activities and the use of virtual laboratories reinforce the applied dimension of learning. For the spring semester of 2026–2027, six master’s programs are offered: Computer and Network Security, Cognitive Systems (in collaboration with University of Cyprus), Human-Computer Interaction (with a 10% reduction in tuition for the 2026–2027 academic year), Environmental Conservation and Management (€3.900), Sustainable Environmental Engineering (€3.900) and Security and Defence (in collaboration with the Flying School and with a 15% tuition discount).

All Programs also offer Thematic Modules as independent-standalone, for targeted training without enrolling in a full program. In addition, for the 2026–2027 academic year, a 7% discount is offered to those who pay in full for the Thematic Modules they select within the specified period.

Applying

Applications due by November 10, 2026 (by November 4 for doctoral programs)

Start of studies: January 2027.

Applications must be submitted exclusively online through the OUC website www.ouc.ac.cy.