Message from the President of the Council 004

A message from the Rector 005

Republic of Cyprus 006

General Information 008

University Campuses 010
Library 012
Computing and Systems Services 013
Admission Information 014
Financial Information 016
Student Services 018
Student Exchanges 019
Student Life 020
Awards for Frederick University students 022

024 Schools and Departments

School of Engineering and Applied Sciences

027 Department of Electrical Engineering
039 Department of Mechanical Engineering
049 Department of Civil Engineering
061 Department of Computer Science and Engineering

School of Education
071 Department of Primary Education
079 Department of Pre-primary Education

School of Economic Sciences and Administration

087 Department of Business Administration
095 Department of Economics, Accounting and Finance
101 Department of Maritime Studies

School of Architecture, Fine and Applied Arts

109 Department of Architecture
117 Department of Applied Arts

School of Humanities and Social Sciences

127 Department of Journalism
135 Department of Social Work

School of Health Sciences

141 Department of Nursing

Interschool Program
149 Msc in Health Management

Appendices
154 School of Greek Language
154 Frederick Language Center
156 General Elective, Mathematics and Physics Courses Descriptions
157 Academic Calendar 09-10
158 Rector’s Council
158 Senate
159 Council
159 Organogram
160 Maps
Message from the President of the Council

Dear Students,

As the operation of Frederick University is within its third year, we feel very satisfied and proud of its achievements and its overall success. Several
years ago we aspired to establish a high quality private University in Cyprus. Today, we take pride in stating that this vision has been achieved to a
degree beyond our initial expectations.

Certainly, the 44 year successful track record of Frederick Institute of Technology, an institution of Tertiary Education, registered with the Ministry of
Education and Culture, which is still operating, has been our beacon. The experience which has been gained from the successful functioning of that
institution substantially assisted us much to lay robust foundations and roots in our effort to establish the new University. The cycle of a long and per-
sistent effort to provide high quality education, which would lead to recognised qualifications and would enhance graduates’ scientific and profes-
sional career prospects in Cyprus and abroad, came to fruition.

During the past two years, we directed our efforts in providing learning opportunities through teaching and research in the areas of science, technol-
ogy, literature and the arts, as well as in a systematic contribution to the wider social context. We tried also, and we believe that we have succeeded,
to achieve the aims of the Charter of our University for cultivating and promoting the freedom of thought and expression in young people, as well as
and the development of their skills, competences, charismas which shape proper attitudes towards life. The above is achieved through the use of
effective methods of learning and research, exchange of knowledge, with the support of a qualified and competent faculty, appropriate resources
and infra structure and having in place effective internal mechanisms of quality assurance.

Now, on entering the third year of our existence, we have visions of providing even higher quality, internationally recognised undergraduate and post-
graduate studies, promoting science, knowledge and education through teaching and research, aiming at the enhancement of society in general
and the dissemination, application and scientific exchange of knowledge. We are also planning to enhance its stature as a great research institution
by creating a vibrant centre of significant research of international standards. We will also continue to organize seminars, lectures, exhibitions and
other events of scientific and wider interest. The University, as it appears from the contents of this Prospectus, creates a pleasant and stimulating
environment, enriched with cultural and athletic events .

I wish you every success in the big family of Frederick University.

Michael Fredericou
President of the Council
A Message from the Rector

To the incoming ones

Those ones entering a University have to leave behind whatever thoughts, habits, attitudes or notions they have gathered throughout all passing
years, concerning other educational means. This is the only way they would sense the difference between ordinary schooling and higher education.
They will learn to live among mature individuals dedicat¬ed to become scientists, academics and mainly members of a new society, a society with
its own characteristics, conceptions and rules.

Tutors and learners have to undergo all the principles applied by the strictly established structures that consist the essence and body of a University.
Principles such as colleague-university reverence, self-respect, ethos, academic and a scientific entity, thoroughness with any works one is doing
either as a tutor or a student, scientific and human consistency. All these are resulting in fulfilling the sole aim every University ought to have, to pro-
vide a unique guaranteed quality.

With this University Brochure in hand, you will be informed on whatever scientific activities Frederick University is involved in and committed to. Its
principal mission is to offer students an opportunity to be familiar and apt to the academic and applied tutelage and research throughout a universally
accepted educational structure, consisted of Schools, their Departments, Laboratories and Libraries. Thus, one would be able and capable to per-
form successfully the process of the requirements and obligations the chosen scientific domain requests.

This structure couldn’t be anything else but a living organism, an entity to prevail to all, and as such needs stimulation and dedication from the com-
ponents it consists of. It needs most of all integration to the social structure. Since you, new incomer, will become immediately component of
Frederick University, we are waiting for your participation, with which its productivity and values will be enhanced.

The Rector
Professor Christos G. Athanasopulos
Dr-Ing. Architect Engineer NTUA
Republic of Cyprus

The beautiful island-nation of Cyprus is located in the south-eastern basin of the Mediterranean Sea, at the crossroads of Europe, Asia and Africa.
It is the third largest island in the Mediterranean, covering an area of 9,251 sq. km. with a population of 780,000. Cyprus offers a modern cosmo-
politan society amidst a superb scenery of high mountain ranges, pine forests and fertile plains. Breath-taking coastlines and sunny beaches, and
a historical and archaeological heritage of ten thousand years make the island the ideal place to live and study.

Cyprus enjoys warm dry summers with an average temperature of 350 C (960 F) and rainy mild winters with an average temperature of 120 C
(520 F). Summer begins in mid-May and continues up to mid-October; winter begins in December and continues up to February. Spring and
autumn are mild and pleasant.

Because of its geopolitical importance, Cyprus has attracted many foreign conquerors, from Cleopatra and the Venetians to the Ottomans and the
British, each leaving their mark on the island. Cyprus was declared an independent sovereign republic in 1960. In 1974, Turkey invaded, and con-
tinues to illegally occupy the northern 37% of the sovereign territory of Cyprus.

The Republic of Cyprus is a member of the European Union, the United Nations, the Council of Europe, the Commonwealth of Nations, and other
international bodies.

Cyprus enjoys a free-market economy based on services (banking and shipping), tourism, light manufacturing (food, wine, clothing, footwear,
tobacco, chemicals), cement production, electricity generation, mineral exports, agriculture and farming.

Modern telecommunication facilities connect Cyprus with almost every part of the world. The postal, banking and professional services meet the
high standards of the European Community. The remarkable development of Cyprus as an international financial, commercial and maritime center
is attributed to its strategic location, good infrastructure and the availability and efficiency of services. Cyprus provides for a high standard of living
while at the same time remains a fairly inexpensive country.

Above all, Cyprus is characterized by the warmth and hospitality of its people. This quality, along with the aforementioned factors, makes the
island an attractive destination to tourists, businessmen and students from around the world.
General Information
Frederick University
Frederick University is a private University operating in the Republic of
Cyprus, a member country of the European Union. Frederick University
was established after a decision by the Council of Ministers of the
Republic of Cyprus on 12th September 2007, following the forty-three
year successful route of Frederick Institute of Technology, an Institution
of Tertiary Education registered with the Ministry of Education and
Culture, which is still operating. Frederick University operates from two
campuses, the main campus in Nicosia, the capital of Cyprus and the
other campus in Limassol, the second largest city.
Mission
The mission of Frederick University is the provision of learning opportu-
nities through teaching and research in the areas of science, technolo-
gy, literature and the arts, as well as a systematic contribution to the
wider social context. The education offered is of high quality and leads
to recognized qualifications that ensure the University’s graduates pro-
fessional career and advancement in Cyprus and abroad.
Main Objectives
The main objectives of Frederick University are: a) the promotion of sci-
ence, knowledge and education through teaching and research aiming
at the enhancement of society in general, b) the dissemination, appli-
cation and scientific exchange of knowledge and c) the provision of
high quality, internationally recognized undergraduate and postgradu-
ate education.
Research Activity
A key principle of Frederick University is to enhance its standing as a
great research institution by creating a vibrant centre of significant
research of international standards.
The research initiatives and activities that are being carried out at the
University, within the context of national and international research pro-
grams, place the University among the most important and successful
research organisations in Cyprus. The University is equipped with con-
temporary research facilities, which are vital for the successful imple-
mentation of research projects and for the education of its students.
The research activities of the University cover a wide range of disci-
plines, such as Engineering, Information Technologies, Applied
Sciences, Economics, Maritime, Business, Humanities, Social Sciences
and Environmental Sciences. During the last few years the academic
staff of the University participated in more than 120 research projects
funded by national or international Programs, out of which 80 have
been coordinated by the University’s staff.
Recently the University has been involved in two big projects that are
funded by the structural funds of the European Union and they are car-
ried out by a consortium of six Universities from Cyprus. The first one
focuses on the establishment of Offices Connecting the Universities
with the Industry and the second one concerns the Development of
Distance Learning Programmes through E-learning.
Frederick University enjoys close relations with Frederick Research
Center (FRC), a non profit organization which focuses on the promo-
tion of academic research. Since 1995, FRC provides a research-ori-
ented environment and facilities for faculty members and other
research scientists to initiate, explore and develop basic and applied
research. At the same time, FRC aims at encouraging and developing
the richest possible learning environment for outstanding undergradu-
ate and postgraduate studies.
FRC collaborates with other research centers around the world for the
advancement of science. It participates in projects funded by the
Cyprus Research Promotion Foundation, the European Union, the
Cyprus Government, the United Nations, business and industry. FRC
also carries out research sponsored by the University.
FRC publishes the Cyprus Journal of Science and Technology, a bian-
nual publication that hosts a broad spectrum of scientific papers in a
wide range of fields, including information technology, engineering,
education, humanities and social sciences, the arts and more.
Governing Bodies
Frederick University is governed by the Council and the Senate.
The Council is the highest administrative body of the University and it is
responsible for all matters that affect the University. The Council con-
siders financial and administrative issues, the University’s infrastruc-
ture, the overseeing of staff and the approval of recruitments. The
Council is chaired by the President and in case of absence, the duties
of the President are carried out by the Vice-President.
The Senate is the highest academic body in the University and it is
responsible for the academic work undertaken in terms of teaching and
programs of study as well as the promotion of academic research and
any other academic related activity. The Senate is chaired by the
Rector who is assisted by Vice-Rectors.
Administrative Services
For the efficient support of the University operations and for facilitating
the work of students, academic and administrative personnel,
Frederick has established an efficient administrative structure divided
into eight central services, all overseen by the Director of Administration
and Finance.
The following administrative services are offered at Frederick University:
Library Service, Research Service, International and Public Relations
Service, Finance Service, Administration and Human Resources
Service, Studies and Student Welfare Service , Computing and
Information Systems Service, Technical Service.
Academic Links

Frederick University places great importance on the establishment and strengthening of academic links with other reputable universities and institu-
tions of higher learning in Cyprus, Europe, USA, and other countries. Such co-operations promote the exchange of knowledge, joint programs of
study, research collaborations, exchange of students and faculty.

Links with Professional Bodies and Industry:

Frederick University programs are highly appreciated by employers and professional bodies and are continuously reviewed in consultation with indus-
try to reflect updated trends and requirements. Many of Frederick University’s programs have the official ‘seal of approval’ by professional bodies in
the form of professional examinations, exemptions and requirements for membership.
Frederick University maintains links with the following professional bodies:

The Institute of Electrical Engineers, UK

The Institution of Electronics and Electrical Incorporated Engineers, UK
The Engineering Council, UK
The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), UK
The Association of International Accountants (AIA), UK
The Pakistan Engineering Council
The Institute of Automotive Engineering Assessors, UK

Cultural Activities and Seminars

Aiming at advancing knowledge, strengthening productivity, promoting intercultural dialogue and in general creating conditions conductive to the bet-
terment of life in the twenty-first century, all the departments at the different schools of Frederick University, in collaboration with the International and
Public Relations Service of the University, organize seminars, lectures, exhibitions and other events of scientific and wider interest. Frederick University,
in co-operation with the Limassol Municipality, also operates the ‘University of the Citizen’, which aims at providing continuous adult education to all.
This pioneer endeavour has been well received by the general public and constitutes a significant contribution towards the educational, cultural and
scientific advancement and the overall social development of Cyprus.

The Academic Staff

The University faculty is international and has been recruited from reputable universities.
University Campuses

Frederick University operates from the campuses of Nicosia and Limassol. The main buildings at the Pallouriotissa area of Nicosia are conveniently
situated just two kilometers from the city center with easy access to government offices and foreign embassies, as well as interesting sites such as
monuments, museums, archaeological sites and beautiful parks. Besides being the capital of Cyprus, Nicosia is also the largest city on the island.

The Nicosia campus comprises several buildings, all within walking distance from each other. The modern facilities include administrative and
faculty offices, lecture halls, classrooms, computer and engineering laboratories, art and craft studios, workshops, a fitness center and modern
cafeterias. The new wing is a recently completed three-storey building which houses three state of the art conference halls, academic staff offices
and a cafeteria. In close vicinity from the main campus is a modern and purposely designed building that houses the well equipped Nicosia
Campus Library, the Frederick Research Center (FRC), academic staff offices and a cafeteria.

The Limassol campus comprises classrooms, computer and engineering laboratories, art and craft studios, workshops, a library, a seminar
room, administration and faculty offices and a large cafeteria. As a busy international port, cultural center and attractive tourist destination,
Limassol offers a unique learning experience. Frederick University students can visit some of the most ancient archaeological sites in the world,
relax at sun-drenched beaches and attend world-class artistic performances.
Library
Frederick University operates well-equipped libraries at both the Nicosia and Limassol campuses with a wide range of printed and electronic
resources. Students have free and immediate access to books, journals, periodicals, dvds, cds and slides. Services include book lending,
inter-library loaning, internet access and software package use as well as copying, printing, scanning facilitites. The library subscribes to important
international scientific journals and periodicals and to search bank database services via the Internet.

The referencing system of both the Nicosia and Limassol campus libraries is computerized conforming to MARC standards, and can be accessed
from any terminal in the University network. General-purpose PCs are available in both library buildings. Access to the Internet and to electronic
mail is also available. An expert team of librarians help the general public and students exploit the libraries’ information resources. They are ready
to assist with specialized enquiries and guide users to relevant information sources.

All members of the University, (students, academic and administrative staff and researchers) are entitled to use the Library as long as they are hold-
ers of the University Card that allows access to all Library collections. The library is also open to the general public but without lending facilities.

The Nicosia Library:

The Nicosia Library is the main library of the University. It is one of the largest and fastest growing libraries in Cyprus stocked with books, academ-
ic journals and general interest periodicals as well as a wealth of electronic and digital material. The Nicosia Library also holds a rare collection of
Cypriot Newspapers covering the period beginning with the independence of Cyprus in 1960 and leading up to the Turkish invasion of 1974.

The Nicosia Library operates on Monday-Friday, 8:00am-6:00pm.

The Limassol Library:

The Limassol Library contains similar facilities to the Nicosia Library, but a smaller volume of books, journals and periodicals. Users can obtain
materials beyond the Limassol collection from the Nicosia Library through the inter-library loan service. The Limassol Library operates on Monday-
Friday 8:00am-4:00pm and on Saturday 9:00am-12:00pm.

Digital Library
Both campuses are linked to international electronic data banks that enable users to select from a comprehensive range of content and search
interface choices. With access to thousands of magazines and journals, the service is particularly useful to students who want to find up-to-date
articles, text and image content on specific subjects.
Computing and Information Systems Services

Computing and Information Systems Service

The Computing and Information Systems Service is responsible for the efficient and effective administration of information and computing services to
all the University's personnel (academic/administrative) and students. Central to the service's role is the continual upgrading of the services provided
so that it matches the ever-changing advances achieved in this field.

An overview of the central services provided to Frederick University users is provided below:
• Student / Personnel central computer accounts service (access to all eligible computer stations in the University)
• File space to all users
• Email accounts that can be accessed both within the network and externally
• Web space for faculty members
• Educational online platform for e-learning support
• Fully networked environment with high-speed access to the Internet (10 Mbps)
• Campus-wide wireless network
• Printing, scanning CD/DVD writing facilities
• Student and personnel intranet/extranet (under development)

Administratively, the Service is broken down into three core areas:

• Administration and Security of Systems and Services
• Maintenance and Development of the Information System
• User Support and Training

Administration and Security of Systems and Services

The main goal of this area is to design, develop and enhance the services provided in a way that maximizes efficiency and productivity but also
ensures the maximum level of data security possible. Functions include:
• Design, deployment and administration of wired and wireless computer network
• Support and administration of centralized systems and user accounts
• Network and data access security
• Specification of technical requirements with respect to computer hardware and software and peripherals to support academic and
administrative needs. Provision and installation of such needs
• Design, installation and maintenance of high end computing facilities and laboratories (e.g. computer cluster)
• Investigation, proposal and introduction of advanced technologies (multimedia, e-learning, etc)

Maintenance and Development of the Information System

The Frederick University information system is central to the operations of the university. The Service is responsible for the development of the system
(whether in-house or externally) so that it meets the demands set. Tasks considered include:
• Design, development, improvement and maintenance of enterprise level information system
• Design and maintenance of databases and enforcing of data security and access policies
• Development and linking of other administrative information systems (library, cashier) with the enterprise database

User Support and Training

Providing support to all users of Frederick University computing services and training them so that they maximize their performance is central to the
purpose of the Service. Actions taken include:
• User (students, academics, administrative personnel) support and troubleshooting
• Support of schools, computing laboratories, and administrative offices
• User training for new and existing computing services
• Development of documentation and supporting material for system use

Wireless Connection
As from March 2007, all Frederick University personnel and students enjoy a ubiquitous access to the network and the Internet through the installation
of the campus-wide wireless network. The network allows users to have wireless access to the Internet from all the University’s buildings in both
Nicosia (Main Building, New Wing, Research Center) and Limassol, including Lecture Theatres, the Cafeteria and the Library.
Admission Information
At Frederick University candidates are considered for admission on the
basis of their academic qualifications, regardless of sex, race, national
origin, color or religion.
Postgraduate Admission
PhD Degree
PhD programs are subject to registration and evaluation and applicants
will be able to apply only following a call in a particular scientific area
by a Department of the University. They must posses a recognized uni-
versity degree.
Applicants should submit:
- A curriculum vitae and a short statement (maximum two pages) of the
applicant’s research goals and interests.
- Attested copies of university degree(s),
- Attested transcripts (grade reports),
- Names and addresses of two academicians. Applicants must request
that letters of recommendation be sent directly to the Postgraduate
Studies Coordinator of the relevant Department. The Department may
ask for additional confidential information.
A Doctoral Degree consists of the taught stage, the research stage and
the dissertation stage. The taught stage requires the successful com-
pletion of at least 60 ECTS at postgraduate level, in accordance with
the provisions of the relevant program of studies of the Department.
Holders of a Master degree (or an equivalent qualification) may be par-
tially or fully exempted from this requirement.
MSc Degrees
Candidates for a graduate program must submit a recognized bachelor
degree or qualification deemed to be equivalent to degree level as well
as the official transcripts (grade reports) of their first-degree studies. In
addition, there could be special requirements for various graduate pro-
grams.
Undergraduate Admission
Candidates for a bachelor degree program should submit a school
leaving certificate from a recognized six-form secondary school (high
school) with an average grade of 75% (Greek Cypriot secondary
schools) or a grade “C” or its equivalent (other secondary schools), or
equivalent qualification. Candidates who submit a six-form secondary
school leaving certificate but do not meet the above grade require-
ments may be admitted on a probationary status, if they show potential
for educational advancement. The probationary status will be removed,
subject to a satisfactory academic performance. Candidates admitted
on probationary status may also be asked to enrol in foundation cours-
es in order to improve their skills and/or to take reduced load.
Freshman Admission
Refers to candidates who are applying directly from the secondary
school and have no previous additional or higher education experience.
Transfer Admission
Candidates who have graduated from a recognized six-form secondary
school, and have completed university level work in an accredited pro-
gram at an institution other than Frederick University, are eligible to
apply for transfer admission. Such candidates should, along with their
application form, submit the following documents:
- A six-form secondary school (high school) leaving certificate or equiv-
alent qualification.
- Official transcripts (grade reports) and syllabi (course descriptions) for
all University coursework taken to date.
Transcripts are evaluated by the relevant department to determine the
number of credits to be transferred in accordance with the Frederick
University curriculum requirements and the candidate's academic per-
formance.
Readmission
Students seeking readmission should complete an application form for
consideration and should also observe the entry visa procedure
requirements.
Additional Preparatory Classes
Each faculty requires satisfactory knowledge in subjects which are
essential for the enrolment of each student to the programs of studies
that it offers (e.g. Computers, Mathematics, English). In addition, each
faculty may organize examinations with reference to these subjects,
which all the new students take, prior to their enrolment to the pro-
grams of their choice. Depending on the results of the exams, the new
students :
a) are registered for the classes of the first semester,
b) are registered for the classes of the first semester and are at the
same time obliged to take the additional preparatory classes in which
they have demonstrated weaknesses,
c) are registered for classes which are not influenced by possible
weaknesses in subjects which are essential for the programs of studies
offered and are at the same time, obliged to take additional preparato-
ry classes for subjects in which they have demonstrated weaknesses,
d) are only registered in preparatory classes without being enrolled to
the program of studies they have chosen.
English Language Requirements
A good knowledge of the English language is required for all programs
of Frederick University taught in English.
English Placement Test
Students whose native language is not English will have to take the
Frederick University English Placement Test (FUEPT). Exempted from
taking the test, are students who demonstrate proficiency in English
(GCSE, GCE "O" Level or IGSCE with grade "C" or above; IELTS with
score of 6.5 or above, or computer based TOEFL with a minimum
score of 213).
Students who are not competent in the English language are required
to take special English classes to improve their skills and, when neces-
sary, they will take reduced load for that semester. Students who may
need a more vigorous preparation will take an intensive course in English
before enrolling in a regular program. Intensive courses commence at the
beginning of the fall and the spring semesters.
Mathematics Placement Test
Students of programs of study that require strong background in mathe-
matics may be required to take a mathematics placement test (FUMPT),
and depending on the results, may have to take special mathematics
classes with or without reduced load.
European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System
The Programs of Studies at Frederick University are based on the
European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS). At least 240
ECTS must be completed for the award of the BSc, BEd and BA degrees.
Each student can enroll for 60 ECTS hours per academic year. A part-
time student is one who enrolls for up to 19 ECTS hours in a semester.
International students must study on a full-time basis as per the regula-
tions of the Cyprus government. Personal interviews are not normally
required as part of the admission process; however, Frederick University
reserves the right to request an interview before making a final decision
on accepting an applicant.
When to Apply
Frederick University academic year consists of the fall and spring semes-
ters. The calendar is arranged so that students may start classes either in
October or February. Candidates may submit an application for admis-
sion in any of the semesters. Due to the fact that formalities for the issue
of an entry visa take at least 6 weeks, candidates are urged to file an
application at least 8 weeks prior to the expected date of enrolment.
Students are expected to be on campus prior to the beginning of the
intended semester/session. In response to arising need, courses could
be provided within the summer period.
Admission Process (What to submit)
Under the immigration regulations, and depending on their nationality,
applicants should follow the relevant procedure and submit the required
documents as described below:
A. Nationals of EU countries
Candidates who are nationals of EU countries can enter Cyprus as visi-
tors. On arrival at Frederick University they must submit to the Admission
Office the following:
1. A fully completed application form.
2. An application fee of Euro 25 (non-refundable).
3. Attested (certified true) copies of their academic qualifications.
4. Evidence of proficiency in English, (if available).
5. A photocopy of their passport. The passport should be valid for at
least one year from the date of their arrival to Cyprus.
6. A recent certificate of good conduct issued by the police of the candi-
date's country of origin or residence, if necessary translated in Greek or
English.. The good conduct certificate should be original and issued less
than 6 months prior to the beginning of the semester for which the stu-
dent is applying. The names and titles of the persons issuing and certify-
ing the document should be clearly stated therein.
Furthermore, they must pay the registration fee, the semester tuition fees,
and register for subjects. Next they must apply to the Migration
Department for a temporary residence permit. The application to the
Migration Department must be supported by evidence that they have
paid their tuition fees for the semester, have enough funds for their initial
living expenses and have obtained local health insurance coverage.
B. Applicants from non EU countries
International Students from non EU countries need to have a valid stu-
dent visa in order to be allowed to enter Cyprus. The issue of an entry
visa takes about 6 weeks from the date of the submission of the applica-
tion. It is therefore recommended that candidates submit their application
8 weeks before the beginning of the semester. Cyprus Migration
Department requirements in respect of the issue of a student visa, which
from time to time may be modified, are available to candidates in a sepa-
rate document.
Applicants are requested to contact the Office of Admissions at
info@frederick.ac.cy or adm.kg@frederick.ac.cy to receive infor-
mation and guidance regarding the proper documentation and for-
malities to be followed.
Enrolment
Candidates who receive a firm or conditional offer of admission on a pro-
gram are requested to sign and forward to Frederick University the
acceptance letter. A candidate having signed the acceptance letter is
deemed to have agreed to abide by the rules and regulations of the
University. If the offer is conditional upon obtaining further educational
qualifications, candidates should forward the relevant documents to the
University as soon as the anticipated qualifications are obtained. The
amount paid as international student guarantee will be returned to the
student after the completion of his/her studies and/or on final withdrawal
and permanent departure from Cyprus.
Right of employment of students from non EU countries
Full time students from non EU countries are entitled to seek employment
of 20 hours per week during the study period, provided that the employ-
ment hours will not coincide with their study hours at the University, or 38
hours per week during their holidays. The right to employment starts after
the completion of six months study and residence in Cyprus. More infor-
mation could be obtained from the studies and student welfare office.
Financial Information
Tuition Fees Academic Year 2009 – 2010
Euro
Undergraduate Programs 135 per credit
Master Degree Programs 135 per credit

Other Fees
Euro
Application Fee 30 payable once
Registration Fee 25 per registration
Late Registration Fee 25
Technology Fee 10 per semester
Transcript Fee 5 per additional copy
Incomplete Make-up 25
Graduation Application Fee 50
Exam Waiver Fee 25
Transfer Credit Evaluation 30
Student Activity Fee 20 per semester

Since a normal load for undergraduate students consists of 60 ECTS per year (30 ECTS per semester), annual tuition will amount to Euro 8100.

Method of Payment
Tuition and other fees are calculated and charged at the beginning of
each semester. Home students may be permitted to pay their tuition
and other fees in three instalments per semester (6 instalments yearly),
provided that the tuition deposit of 850 Euro is paid on or before regis-
tration of each semester. Students who wish to pay instalmentally must
sign a contract of payment. International students are required to be
full-time and to pay the tuition and other fees each semester in
advance, in accordance with the requirements of the immigration regu-
lations. Students with outstanding financial obligations to the University
will not receive grades, transcripts or other documents until they settle
their accounts. A late payment charge of 2% per year will be imposed
for overdue accounts.
Withdrawal Refund
Students cannot drop or withdraw from a course(s) by merely stopping
to attend. A student wishing to withdraw from any course(s) has to fill in
a withdrawal form and submit it both to the Studies Office and the
Accounts Office. The date of withdrawal will be considered to be the
date on which the withdrawal form is received.
Refund Schedule (Provided payment has been made in full)
Prior to the first day* of the semester Full Refund
During the first week of the semester 75%
During the second week of the semester 50%
During the third week of the semester 30%
During the fourth week of the semester 15%
After the fourth week of the semester No refund
*For dates of academic year, fall and spring semesters, please see the
academic calendar
Note1. For international students, in case the visa is approved and the
student decides not to join, an amount of 500 Euro will be retained as
not refundable.
Note2. The above schedule does not apply to the summer session.
Note3. No refund of tuition will be made for whatever reason for students
who have been expelled, dismissed, suspended for disciplinary rea-
sons, or denied visa on the basis of fake documents.

Apart from the tuition, all other fees are not refundable.
Scholarships and Financial Assistance

Scholarships
Frederick University awards scholarships based on academic merit or other criteria to selected home and international students at the beginning or
during their studies. The scholarship scheme covers:

Entrance Scholarships
These are scholarships awarded to students who have obtained an "A" average on their high school leaving certificate. Eligible for entrance scholar-
ships are students who enter Frederick University as freshmen (transfer students are excluded). Entrance scholarships apply only to the first semester.

Continuing Student Scholarships

Undergraduate home and international students are automatically considered for scholarships on the basis of their previous semesters’ performance at
the University.

Scholarships to Athletes
These are scholarships awarded to students distinguished in athletic performance and who participate in the sport teams of the University.

Financial Assistance
Family Plan
The Tuition Fees Relief Scheme applies to families with several members studying at the University.

Families with 4 children or more

Students from families with four children or more are automatically eligible for a reduction in fees.

Further information on the various Scholarship and Financial Assistance Schemes can be obtained from the Admissions Office
Student Services
Student Services
Frederick University provides most of the student services through its
Studies and Student Welfare Service. The aim of the Service is to con-
tribute towards the development of an academic environment that pro-
motes constructive learning, academic success and the socialisation of
the University students. The Service includes the following Offices:
Studies Office, Admissions Office, Mobility Office, Career Office,
International Students Office, Alumni Office, Student Ombudsman,
Protection of Health Office, Counseling Center (Social and
Psychological Support), Academic Support Office, Sports Office, and
Housing and Accommodation Office.
The International Students Office
The International Students Office deals with the specific needs of over-
seas students studying at Frederick University. Experienced staff mem-
bers are readily available to guide and assist students on any issues
and on difficulties they may encounter.
Orientation
New Students participate in an Orientation Program at the beginning of
each semester which aims at familiarizing them with departments, pro-
grams of studies, requirements, student services and campus facilities.
A copy of the student handbook is given to each student which con-
tains student rights and responsibilities and other useful information.
Students have the opportunity to attend seminars on topics that help
them adjust to their new environment.
Careers Office
The Service assists students through all stages of decision making,
from choosing a suitable career or program for further studies, to
searching for employment. A Careers Open Day is held every year that
gives the opportunity to students to get acquainted with specific occu-
pations and hear prospective employers talk about their vacancies and
positions that can be offered to graduates at their organizations.
Counseling Center
Counseling Service
The Counseling Center offers help to any student at Frederick
University who experiences personal difficulties, either in their home
and family life or in issues related to their studies. Students have the
opportunity to discuss issues that concern them in confidence and
receive appropriate guidance. The Service is free, confidential and
staffed by qualified and competent personnel. During the academic
year, group sessions are offered in areas such as organizing time,
relaxing and managing stress, money management and study skills.
The Counseling Service generally operates on an appointment basis.
Services for Students with Special Needs
Students with special needs are treated as equals to all other students
and every effort is made to offer practical solutions to their specific
problems, which may range from access to Frederick University facili-
ties to assistance on academic issues.
Student Accommodation
A free and comprehensive accommodation service is offered to every
Frederick University student who is looking for a place to live. Help and
advice is given in all aspects related to housing and accommodation
and an up-to-date list of proposed places is made available. There is a
wide range of accommodation students can choose from.
Medical Services and Insurance
Immigration regulations require all international students to have valid
insurance cover for health and accident during their studies in Cyprus.
Frederick University offers assistance to its students to choose among
schemes of medical insurance coverage. Medical care needs are met
through government general hospitals and private clinics. All general
hospitals as well as some private clinics have casualty departments for
emergency cases. Charges for medical advice and prescriptions are
paid by the patient.
Student Exchanges
Erasmus Program
Through the Erasmus Program, you can study at universities in Europe
for one or two semesters. Erasmus is the European Commission’s edu-
cational program for students and staff of higher education institutions in
all member states of the European Union, the three countries of the
European Economic Area (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway) and Turkey.
The program offers European citizens a unique opportunity to study or
teach with a grant allocated by the European Commission. The amount
of the grant given to each participant varies according to the destination.
Erasmus covers a number of different activities, like student, teacher and
staff exchanges in other European universities or enterprises, internation-
al intensive programs, and language courses.
Frederick University maintains cooperation with partner institutions and
organizations in Finland, Belgium, Hungary, Greece, the UK, Portugal,
Austria, Poland, Lithuania, Bulgaria, Germany, Spain, Italy, Switzerland,
and the Netherlands. This year, the University hosted students and teach-
ers from Finland, Belgium, the Netherlands, the UK, Bulgaria, and
Greece. All Frederick University students and teachers who participated
in Erasmus returned home with great memories and valuable experi-
ences. This year Frederick University also participated in intensive pro-
grams in Finland and Belgium. Intensive programs are short programs of
study that bring together students and staff from different European
Universities enabling them to collaborate in multinational groups.
A list of Frederick’s Erasmus partner Institutions is available at the
Mobility Office of the University.
Leonardo da Vinci Program
Frederick University also assists its graduates to participate in the
Leonardo da Vinci program, an opportunity to reinforce knowledge with
practical experience. The program gives graduates of the University the
opportunity to work in European companies, organizations or industries
in order to gain the practical knowledge and competences necessary to
make a substantial contribution to the labour market. More than thirty
Frederick University graduates from Maritime, Social Work and Business
Administration have participated in this program so far.
IAESTE
The International Association for the Exchange of Students for Technical
Experience (IAESTE) is a non-political, independent, non-governmental
association maintaining a consultative relationship with several agencies
of the United Nations. It aims to help students at higher education institu-
tions with technical experience abroad relative to their studies and to pro-
mote international understanding and goodwill amongst students of all
nations. More than eighty countries participate in the program from
around the world. Two students of Frederick University will be participat-
ing this summer, one in the Czech Republic and one in Tunisia.
Studying or working overseas allows you to learn other languages, under-
stand other cultures, make new friends and expand your knowledge of
the world. Educational and vocational exchanges also demonstrate your
independence, curiosity and willingness to undertake new and exciting
challenges, qualities that impress future employers. Living abroad for a
while will simply create memories for the rest of your lives.
Student Life
Excluding the numerous opportunities that Cyprus offers for leisure activities, Frederick University aims at supporting students in order to enjoy an
active and vibrant social life. Students enjoy weekend or vacation excursions to the countryside. Such outings offer opportunities to meet and
socialize with fellow students and staff away from the routine of the classroom. There are also opportunities to learn traditional Cyprus dances and
songs and to participate in theatrical plays. Musical evenings and folk programs are often organized at selected nightspots.

Participation in Clubs and Societies at Frederick University

Students need to strike a balance between their academic and social involvement. The Counseling Center, in cooperation with the Student Union,
supports students to meet this need through participation in student clubs and societies, which give students the opportunity to participate in many
social and cultural activities. Getting involved is a good way for students to meet new friends and make the most of their stay as part of the
Frederick University community. Participation in clubs and societies exposes students to new life experiences, helps them develop valuable leader-
ship skills and abilities and provides opportunities for them to express creativity and talent.

Student Union
All students are de facto members of the Student Union. The main objectives of the Student Union are to promote the general welfare of the stu-
dent community, to encourage participation in the various activities at Frederick University, to broaden the educational experience of all students
and to represent students at the various committees of the University. The Union is very active in promoting communication and understanding
among students with different origins and cultures.

Athletics
The University considers athletics as an integral part of the educational process. It is a member of the Cyprus University Sports Federation and
participates each year in the championships organized by the Federation. It seeks to promote and stimulate the interest and participation of stu-
dents in sports. Teams and sport club activities are common features of Frederick University’s life. Sport clubs include football, basketball, volley-
ball, table tennis, squash, handball and others.
Awards for Frederick University students
During the years 2004-2007 students of the Applied Arts Department of the School of Architecture, Fine and Applied Arts won 31 awards/prizes in
national and international competitions.

Between the years 2007 and 2009, students of the Applied Arts Department of the University have won 36 awards at various competitions.

“Young Creative Chevrolet” Arts Contest

At the 2008 “Young Creative Chevrolet” arts contest, students at Frederick University won 4 awards.The Second Prize
was won by Vassilis Lambrou, Nicolas Demetriou, Valentina Sikki and Kyriaki Tziva and the Third Prize was won by
Theodoula Antoniou and Constantina Vassileiou. George Kyriacou, Maga Christova, Avedi Kousian, Nicolas
Mikellides, Chrysostomos Josephides won Special Mention, as well as Andri Seittanis and Efrosini Kyriakoudis. The
winners were announced during the exhibition of the works at the Chevrolet showroom in Nicosia, in June 2008.

Pancyprian Pancyprian Art Competition “BLU ART 2007”

“Art Attack 2007” Cyprus Art
Competition
Georgia Evagorou gained Special
Mention in the island-wide com-
petition “Art Attack 2007” Cyprus
Art Competition. The competition
was funded and organized by
UNDP- Action for Cooperation and
Trust with the assistance of the
Cyprus Art Competition Advisory
Board and it was implemented by
the EUROPE MEDITERRANEAN
ARTS ASSOCIATION (EMAA) and
the Cyprus Chamber of Fine Arts
(E.KA.TE).
Competition for the
“Greek Design logo design of the Georgia Evagorou won the First Prize in the Pancyprian
Calendar 2007” Cyprus Culture Art Competition “BLU ART 2007”, in February 2007,
Centre of France organized by Photos Photiades Distributors Ltd.
Honorary Distinction
was awarded to Georgia In December 2007,
Evagorou, as one of the Georgia Evagorou, a
twelve artists selected to student of the Graphic
represent Greece abroad and Advertising Design
in the “Greek Design program of the Applied
Calendar 2007”,orga- Arts Department of
nized by the Greek Frederick University,
Institute “Design”- won the First Prize in
Graphic and Visual the Pancyprian
Competition for the “Design me” competition
Communication.
logo design of the
Cyprus Culture Centre Philippos Vassileiades won the Second Prize in the
of France. “Design me” competition organized by Gloria Jean’s
Coffees for the best design on a coffee cup.
“2007 European Year of Equal Opportunities for All” Competition
Students of the Applied Arts Department have won 16 awards at the competition organized in the framework of events for the 2007 European Year of
Equal Opportunities for All, continuing the success marked in previous years. The awards were won by Anastasia Cartalli, Andreas Theodorou,
Christina Lysandrou, Constantinos Eleftheriou, Constantinos Kontozis(2 awards), Eleni Phaedonos, Elena Elia, George Gregoriou, Lygia Constantinou,
Natassa Christodoulou, Panayiotis Toffi, Panayiotis Pieri, Kallia Solomontos (2 awards) and Theodoros Stylianou.

Eurolife “Pancyprian
Sculptural Design”
Competition
Sofia Charalambous and
Simos Pitsillides won
prizes at the Eurolife Art
competition for 3D sculp-
tures / installation which
will permanently be fea-
tured within the Eurolife
“The Power of Difference” Competition
Building. The competition
In a poster design competition among young people from 16 to 30 years
was thematic and it was
of age from all over Cyprus entitled “The Power of Difference”, pro-
based on the new cam-
claimed by the Cyprus Youth Organization and the Movement for the
paign of Eurolife which
Support of Foreigners in the framework of their activities against racism
calls for a greener and
and on the issue of racism and social discrimination, the First, Second,
environmentally friendly
Third and Fourth prizes were won by Frederick University students.
world. The company’s
The First Prize was awarded to Georgia Evagorou, the Second Prize to
slogan is: “take care for
Vanessa Karayianni and the Third Prize to Anna Miltiadou. Christiana
a safer planet”.
Theodorou won Special Mention.

Postcard Competition announced by the Pancyprian Volunteerism “Arclinea” Portrait Competition

Coordinative Council
At the postcard competition announced by the Pancyprian Volunteerism
Coordinative Council the first three prizes were won by Frederick
University students, namely: Constantina Vasiliou won the First Prize,
Christos Skordis and Sonia Photiou won the Second Prize and Eliana
Karatsioli won the Third Prize.
At the Arclinea Portrait Competition for which participants were required
to submit a grey scale portrait image, Frederick University students won
three prizes. Katerina Antoniou won the First Prize, Despo Ellina won the
Second Prize and Theodoros Stylianou won the Third Prize. The por-
traits will be used as background for the kitchens that are on display at
the Arclinea shop.
Schools and Departments
Department of
Electrical Engineering
Chairperson
Komodromos Michael

Vice-chairperson
Themistos Christos

Professors
Andronikou Tasos

Associate Professors
Komodromos Michael
Themistos Christos

Assistant Professors
Chrysostomou George
Papadakis Antonis

Lecturers
Christodoulides Yiannis
Christofides Nicolas
Nicolaou Symeon
Picas Marios
Polycarpou Alexis
Vrionides Photos

Visiting Teaching Staff

Kyriacou Kyriacos – Associate Professor
Damianou Christakis – Associate Professor
Menelaou Menelaos
Antoniou Efi

Special Teaching Staff

Skouroumouzourou Persefoni

Lab Assistants
Efstathiou Stathis
Loizou Loizos
Savva Savvas
Master of Science in Electrical Engineering
6 Quarters Full–Time – 8 Quarters Part-Time, European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System, ECTS

Aims and Objectives of the Program

The Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering is structured to prepare students for advancement in employment with opportunities in
design, research, and development, as well as for further study at the doctoral level.

The Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering program offers instruction in advanced sciences and in engineering analysis and design.
The offerings provide a flexible, broad curriculum to enable each student to match talents and interests with career objectives.

Four degree specializations are offered and intended to enable the student to develop a study program that will both meet his/her educational
objectives and satisfy graduation requirements. The four major areas of specializations are: Computer Engineering, Communication Systems,
Control Systems, and Power Systems. Each student must choose one of four areas, and all degrees require 90 ECTS for graduation.

Laboratory Facilities:
The graduate students at Frederick University have access to several advanced laboratory facilities for their MSc. in E.E. research needs.

The Computer Engineering Laboratory is fully equipped to fulfill the requirements of the computer engineering specialization and it is
equipped with personal computers, microprocessor/DSP/microcontroller/FPGA boards, data acquisition systems, automation and PLC training
systems, as well as stand-alone and PC-hosted instruments.

The Communications Systems Laboratory is fully equipped to fulfill the requirements of the Communications Systems specialization and it is
equipped with: (a) personal computers (b) analog and digital communications training units (c) antenna acquisition units and (d) transmission
lines, waveguides, and fiber-optics training units.

The Control Systems Laboratory is fully equipped to fulfill the requirements of the Control Systems specialization and it is equipped with tor-
tional control system, rectilinear control system, industrial emulator, servo trainer, inverted pendulum accessory, magnetic levitation apparatus,
control moment gyroscope, and high speed DSP controller/ data board .

The Power Systems Laboratory is fully equipped to fulfill the requirements of the Power Systems specialization and it is equipped with: (a) per-
sonal computers equipped with the general-purpose time domain simulation program, the PSCAD-power system computer aided design, for multi
phase power systems and control networks, (b) machines experimental bench from LUCAS-NULLE. Students carry out experiments on various
types of machines (single phase induction motors, synchronous machines, reluctance motors etc) for the subject of Electromagnetic Energy
Conversion.

The program has been conditionally approved by the Evaluation Committee of Private Universities ( ECPU )
Computer Engineering Specialization Communications Systems Specialization
Aims: Aims:
The goal of the program in the specialization of Computer Engineering is The goal of the program in the area of Communications Systems is to
to extensively expose the participating students to the state-of-the-art maintain students technically competent, well-trained in the skills, and
technologies employed in the area of digital designs, computer architec- motivated for life-long professional career development in the principles
tures, and computer networking. of wireless communications, data coding and compression, digital com-
munications, and digital signal processing.
The program aims to provide educational resources so the students will
be equipped to meet the challenges of the future. Objectives:
In order to achieve the goal of the program, the following objectives were
Objectives: developed:
In order to achieve the goal of the program, the following objectives were
developed: - To provide an excellent education in the principles of wireless
communications and system design, communication systems, data
- To provide an excellent knowledge in digital designs including re-con compression, and digital signal processing.
figurable computing techniques, design and verification. - To prepare students for life-long careers and professional growth in
- To provide an excellent knowledge in computer architecture including Communications Systems as it applies to wireless communications and
microprocessor architecture, ILP techniques, memory hierarchies and system design, communication systems, data compression, and digital
parallel processing. signal processing.
- To provide an excellent knowledge in computer networking including - To provide students with an interactive learning environment to under
data communications, local and wide area networks, network stand and appreciate the grand nature of the engineering profession, to
programming and multimedia networking. develop responsible teamwork, and to promote sensitivity to societal
- To provide an interactive learning environment to understand and issues based on an interactive learning experience.
appreciate the grand nature of the engineering profession, to develop
responsible teamwork, and to promote sensitivity to societal issues
based on an interactive learning experience.
- To provide the skill to reinforce theory with hands–on experience and Required Courses Periods per week ECTS
applications to design process. MATH402A Advanced Mathematics 4 8
- To provide the ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering EE 420 Digital Communication Systems 4 8
problems and the ability to test and validate their designs. EE 421 Coding for Communications 4 8
- To provide the skills to be able to effectively use the rapidly expanding EE 422 Digital Signal Processing I 4 8
base of technical information, and the ability to communicate and also EE 520 Advanced Digital Comm. I 4 8
be aware of the effect of economics, and information technologies on EE 521 Advanced Digital Comm. II 4 8
engineering practice. EE 522 Principles and Applications
of Signal Compression 4 8
EE 523 Wireless Communications 4 8
Required Courses Periods per week ECTS EE 597 Graduate Research 5 10
MATH402A Advanced Mathematics 4 8 EE 598 Graduate Directed Study 4 8
EE 445 Microprocessor Interface Design 4 8 EE 599 Thesis 4 8
EE 425 Data and Computer Communications 4 8
EE 449 Computer Organization 4 8
EE 442 Multimedia Networking 4 8
EE 544 Digital Systems Design 4 8
EE 547A Computer System Architecture I 4 8
EE 547B Computer System Architecture II 4 8
EE 597 Graduate Research 5 10
EE 598 Graduate Directed Study 4 8
EE 599 Thesis 4 8
Control Systems Specialization Power Systems Specialization
Aims: Aims:
The goal of the program in the specialization of Control Systems is to The goal of the program in the specialization of Power Systems is to
extensively expose the participating students to the state-of-the-art tech- extensively expose the participating students to the analysis, and opera-
nologies employed in the area of analog and digital control systems, sys- tion of electric power systems. The program is aimed at providing the
tem stability, system identification, and re-configurable control. students with knowledge of methods used in practical power systems.
The students use analysis and design software packages, which are cur-
Objectives: rently used by the local power industry.
In order to achieve the goal of the program, the following objectives were
developed: Objectives:
In order to achieve the goal of the program, the following objectives were
- To provide an excellent education in the principles of analog and digital developed:
designs, stability of systems, and system identification and
re-configuration. - To provide an excellent education in computer methods in power
- To prepare students for life-long careers and professional growth in system analysis and design, power system dynamics and stability, fault
Control Systems as it applies to the principles of analog and digital calculations, short circuit duty and use of circuit breakers and other
designs, stability of systems, and system identification and protective equipment.
re-configuration. - To provide the working knowledge of the analysis of switching and
- To provide students an interactive learning environment to understand other fast electro-magnetic transients phenomena using industry
and appreciate the grand nature of the engineering profession, to standard software packages.
develop responsible teamwork, and to promote sensitivity to societal - To provide students an interactive learning environment to understand
issues based on an interactive learning experience. and appreciate the grand nature of the engineering profession, to
- To provide the students with the skill to reinforce theory with hands–on develop responsible teamwork, and to promote sensitivity to societal
experience and applications to design process. issues based on an interactive learning experience.
- To provide the ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering - To provide the students with the skill to reinforce theory with hands–on
problems and the ability to test and validate their designs. experience and applications to design process.
- To provide the capability to develop computer programs to facilitate the - To provide the ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering
implementation, and simulation of computational components and problems and the ability to test and validate their designs.
systems. - To provide the capability to develop computer programs to facilitate the
- To provide the skills to be able to effectively use the rapidly expanding implementation, and simulation of computational components and
base of technical information, and the ability to communicate and also systems.
be aware of the effect of economics, and information technologies on - To provide the skills to be able to effectively use the rapidly expanding
engineering practice. base of technical information, and the ability to communicate and also
be aware of the effect of economics, and information technologies on
engineering practice.
Required Courses Periods per week ECTS
MATH402A Advanced Mathematics 4 8 Required Courses Periods per week ECTS
EE 460 Control Systems Theory II 4 8 MATH402A Advanced Mathematics 4 8
EE 461 Discrete Time Control 4 8 EE432 Power Transmission Lines 4 8
EE 462 State Space Control Systems 4 8 EE433 Electric Power System Analysis 4 8
EE 530 Linear Systems Analysis 4 8 EE434 Electromagnetic Energy Conversion 4 8
EE 561 Stochastic Systems & Estimation 4 8 EE483 Power Electronics 4 8
EE 562 Advanced Digital Control Systems 4 8 EE533 Computer Methods in Power Systems 4 8
EE 563 Optimal Control Theory 4 8 EE534 Power System Stability 4 8
EE 597 Graduate Research 5 10 EE537 Faulted Power Systems 4 8
EE 598 Graduate Directed Study 4 8 EE597 Graduate Research 5 10
EE 599 Thesis 4 8 EE598 Graduate Directed Study 4 8
EE599 Thesis 4 8
Description of Courses
COMPUTER ENGINEERING SPECIALIZATION
EE425: Data and Computer Communication
ECTS: 8
Advanced topics in data communication, data communication networks, and com-
puter networks. Introduction to the Technologies of Computer Networking. Design
Principles for Communication Networks. Physical Layer Network Design. Data Link
Layer Network Design. Local Area Networks and Wide Area Networks. Network
Layer Design. Network Protocols Client-Server Model. Network Programming using
Socket API
EE442: Multimedia Networking
ECTS: 8
Introduction to the concepts, principles, protocols and systems of networked mul-
timedia. Video/audio compression standards (MPEG, H.26x, MP3). Real-time trans-
port protocol. QoS in video streaming. Multimedia over Internet, ATM and wireless
networks. Concepts of multimedia. User requirements of multimedia applications.
Structure overview of multimedia networking systems. Digital video and audio.
Media compression standards. Multimedia over the Network. Protocols-RTP/RTCP.
Streaming protocol – RTSP. QoS concerns for multimedia over best effort networks.
Multimedia over wireless computer networks.
EE445: Microprocessor Interface Design
ECTS: 8
Topics on microprocessor architecture with emphasis on embedded systems.
Memory interfacing and I/O interfacing techniques. I/O synchronization, handshak-
ing, interrupts, and DMA. Analog signal interfacing. Embedded system evolution:
Design metrics, constraints and design optimization challenges. Comparison of
embedded system implementation options in terms of performance, cost, power
consumption and time-to-market. Embedded system specification and modeling.
The ARM processor architecture. ARM assembly Processor I/O, Serial I/O,
Busy/wait I/O, Interrupts, Exceptions, Traps, and ARM memory mapped I/O. The
ARM Cache, Memory Management Units, and Protection Units. Program design
and analysis and optimizations Hardware accelerators - IP block design for reuse.
EE449: Computer Organization
ECTS: 8
Advanced concepts in uniprocessor computer organization. Instruction Set
Architecture (ISA): Specifications, classes, registers, memory addressing and
addressing modes. The MIPS, 80x86, Pentium 4 and EPIC ISAs. Performance:
Measuring performance and metrics. Benchmarks and performance monitoring
and tuning tools. Pipelining: Pipeline design issues, hazards and optimizations
such as forwarding, loop unrolling, branch prediction, speculative execution, and
out-of-order execution. Memory hierarchy: The memory wall problem.
Semiconductor memory optimizations, Locality and memory hierarchy. Advanced
cache memory and cache optimizations cache optimizations such as multilevel
caches, software and hardware prefetching, thread level prefetchers, victim
caches. Virtual memory, protection, and translation.
EE544: Digital Systems Design
ECTS: 8
Advanced topics in digital systems design. ASIC Architectures and Design: EDA
tools for ASICs, Semi-custom / full custom ASICs, PLDs and FPGAs. Digital
Systems Design: Mealy and Moore machines. ASM Charts. VEM minimization.
Minimization and realization of IFL/OFL. State machines using PROMs and
Multiplexers. PLDs. State machines using FPLAs. Timing Considerations. Glitch
suppression techniques. Asynchronous input systems. VHDL: Top-Down Design.
Structural Design Versus Behavioral Design. Mixed Level Modelling.VHDL.
Primitives. State System. Signal Queues and Delta Times. Sequential Statements.
Concurrent Statements. Design for Test in ASIC/VLSI Devices: Testing, verification
and production. Digital Designs for Embedded Systems.
EE547A: Computer System Architecture I
ECTS: 8
Issues raised and tradeoffs in modern high performance processor and computer
designs.
Technology Issues: Clock frequency trends, transistor density trends, power scal-
ing and temperature issues, wire scaling, wire fan out and soft errors. Instruction
Level Parallelism: Pipelining, superscalar, superpilelined and VLIW/EPIC architec-
tures and OOO execution. Thread Level Parallelism: Latency and latency tolerance.
Multithreading, implicit/explicit multithreading, blocking/non-blocking multithread-
ing, and thread switching mechanisms. Simultaneous multithreading, hyperthread-
ing, Subordinate Multithreading SSMT/Helper threads. Chip multiprocessors and
tiled architectures and multi-core processors.
EE547B: Computer System Architecture II
ECTS: 8
Advanced topics in parallel computer architectures and processing. Introduction to
Parallel Processing: Historic evolution and motivation for parallel processing, paral-
lel computer models and classification. Performance Metrics: Workloads and
benchmarks. Interconnection Networks: Communication performance, intercon-
nection organization, links, switches and interconnection topologies. High speed
LANs. Shared Memory Multiprocessors: The cache coherence problem, memory
consistency and replication, synchronization mechanisms and barriers. Latency:
Sources of latency and latency tolerance. Parallel Programming: Message passing
programming using MPI, and shared memory programming using Open MP.
POWER SYSTEMS SPECIALIZATION
EE432: Power Transmission Lines
ECTS: 8
Function and structure of Electric Power Systems. Topics cover transmission line
Series impedance, Shunt Admittance, Current and Voltage relationships and mod-
eling. Bus impedance Matrix. Load flow solutions and control
EE433: Electric Power System Analysis
ECTS: 8
Advanced topics in the analysis of electric power systems. Topics include Load
Flow Studies, Symmetrical Components, Short Circuit Studies on machines and
Power Systems, Power System Protection, Elements of Power System Stability,
Economic Operation of a Power System.
EE434: Electromagnetic Energy Conversion
ECTS: 8
Advanced analysis of machine performance. Electromagnetic energy conversion
equations in ac & dc machines. Single-phase motors, split-phase and capacitor
motors, shaded-pole motors, universal motor. Symmetrical components.
Unbalanced operation of two-phase motors. Application of control theory to
machine dynamics. Block diagrams, dynamic equations, transfer functions of
electromechanical systems. Brushless-dc motors, switched reluctance motors.
EE483: Power Electronics
ECTS: 8
Topics on the electrical and thermal characteristics of power electronic compo-
nents. Introduction to Power Electronics: BJTs and FETs, diodes, triacs, diacs, and
UJTs. Computer Aided Design & Simulation. Power Semiconductor Diodes. Diode
Circuits and Rectifiers. Thyristors, IGBT’s MCT’s. Controlled Rectifiers. DC
Choppers. Simulation and Design Examples. Thermal Analysis and Cooling.
Protection of Devices.
EE533: Computer Methods in Power Systems
ECTS: 8
Advanced topics in electric power system computational methods. Topics involve
load flow computational methods, System component modeling: transmission
lines, transformers. Electromagnetic transients: distributed transmission lines, line
energization, multiphase transmission lines, line constants calculation, capacitor
switching, transformer representation, Transformer Saturation and System compo-
nent simulations.
EE534: Power System Stability
ECTS: 8
Topics on power system stability and stability analysis techniques. Introduction to
Stability. Classical Transient Analysis. The "Swing" Equation. Transient Power
Formula. Dynamic Equations and Solution Techniques. Power System Stability
under Small Perturbations. Linearized Models. Modal Analysis. Torsional Dynamics
& Subsynchronous Resonance. Power System Stability under Large Perturbations.
Single/Multi Generator Case. Computational Methods of Analysis. Dynamic Models
of Synchronous Machines. Load Modeling and behavior. Limitations of classical
load mode. Effects of load models on simulation results. Simulation of Power
System Dynamics (lab work).
EE537: Faulted Power Systems
ECTS: 8
Advanced topics on the theory, calculation and analysis of faults in electric power
systems. Review of symmetrical components: 3-phase, SLG, 2LG, and L-L faults.
Open-circuit faults. Fault analysis using computer software. Data preparation.
Output interpretation. Fault analysis equivalent circuits. Fault analysis in commer-
cial/industrial type installations. Sequence Impedances of transmission lines,
machines and transformers. Simultaneous faults
CONTROL SYSTEMS SPECIALIZATION
EE460: Control Systems Theory II
ECTS: 8
Introduction of the basic foundation for the design, analysis and implementation of
classical control systems using various techniques such as: Nyquist stability crite-
rion, Relative stability, Lead – Lag compensation design, Non-linear systems,
Describing functions, and Lyaponov stability analysis.
EE461: Discrete Time Control
ECTS: 8
Introduction of the basic foundation for the design, analysis and implementation of
discrete-time control systems using various techniques such as: Discrete sys-
tems, Z-transform, Digital controllers, Stability analysis of discrete systems, Design
of discrete systems, Introduction to state space representation of discrete systems.
EE462: State Space Control Systems
ECTS: 8
Introduction to linear operators and linear space, state variable description of sys-
tems, solutions of time varying and time-invariant cases, controllability and observ-
EE530: Linear Systems Analysis
ECTS: 8
An introduction and review of Modern Control Systems: Introduce the concepts of:
Stability Analysis of Linear Systems; Controllability and Observability; Time Invariant
Systems; the Relationship between State Variable and Transfer Function Description
of Systems; Design of Linear Feedback Control Systems using State and Output
feedbacks; and Study the Effect of Feedback on System Properties; Pole
Assignment Using State feedback; Partial Pole Assignment Using Static Output
Feedback; Observers.
EE561: Stochastic Systems and Estimation
ECTS: 8
To provide an understanding of Stochastic Control Systems: Probability; Random
Processes; Random Vectors; Conditional Expectations; Markov Processes; Wiener-
Levy Process; and solution of Stochastic Differential Equations. Also, provide an
understanding of Continuous Time Linear Stochastic Control Systems with Analysis
of Causal LTI Systems and LQ Control Problem; Stochastic Dynamic Programming;
Kalman-Bucy Filter; Optimal Prediction and Smoothing; and provide an understand-
ing of the Stability of Deterministic Systems; Stability of Stochastic Systems.
EE562: Advanced Digital Control Systems
ECTS: 8
To provide an understanding of the state-space analysis and design of discrete-time
control systems. Specifically, the derivation of state-space representations for con-
tinuous-time systems, solution of the state equations and the state transition matrix,
properties. Introduce the concepts of Controllability, observability and stability via
Lyapunov’s second method, and the state feedback controller design, full and
reduced-order ob¬servers.
EE563: Optimal Control Theory
ECTS: 8
To provide an understanding of optimization in classical control; state variable rep-
resentation of the system; the use of Dynamic Programming in optimal control prob-
lems; the use of the calculus of variations and the variational approach to optimal
control problems: and applications of Pontryagin’s minimum principle in minimum
time and minimum control effort problems.
COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS SPECIALIZATION
EE420: Digital Communication Systems
ECTS: 8
Analysis and design of digital communication systems; source encoders; PCM;
matched filter detectors; timing considerations; baseband systems; ASK; FSK; PSK;
error analysis; design considerations.
EE421: Coding for Communications
ECTS: 8
Introduction to information theory; entropy coding; data compression; forward error
detection and correction. By the end of this course students should have the: Ability
to recognize standard mathematical and linear analysis techniques used in coding
for communications; Knowledge of concepts of coding for communication;
Knowledge of basic concepts of entropy and information theory; Capability to inte-
grate computer use in course work; Capability to integrate computer use in design
problem; Capability to explore technique for coding for data compression and for
error control.
EE523: Wireless Communications
ECTS: 8
Historical perspective on the development of wireless communication systems.
Basic Concepts behind cellular wireless systems. Factors impacting system per-
formance and capacity (CCI, ACI, Noise, Power control). Basics of traffic engineer-
ing and Erlang's formulas. Large scale path loss models. Small scale fading mod-
els. Diversity and combining techniques. CDMA principles. Modulation and equaliza-
tion for fading channels. Channel coding.
DESCRIPTION OF COURSES REQUIRED IN ALL SPECIALIZATIONS
EE597: Graduate Research
ECTS: 10
Methodologies needed for a successful research project proposal, planning, imple-
mentation, and presentation. Before the end of this subject the students must con-
sult with the academic staff and decide on the topic of their research project. By the
end of the Graduate Research subject, the students must submit and present to his
assessment committee a proposal for his Master’s Thesis. In this proposal, the stu-
dent is expected to propose the topic of his project, provide detailed objectives, give
a literature review on the issues related to the project, and suggest a methodology
and planning for the implementation of the project.
EE598: Graduate Directed Study
ECTS: 8
A student registered in this subject is expected to implement the methodology pro-
posed in EE597 to implement his research project, according to the approved plan-
ning. By the end of the Graduate Directed Research subject the student must sub-
mit to his project advisor a progress report. The progress report is assessed by the
project advisor, who decides whether the student can proceed with the preparation
of the Thesis.
EE599: Thesis
ECTS: 8
After conducting their research work, students are expected to deliver a detailed
project report that describes their research work and also present their project out-
comes their project Assessment Committee, as well as defend their work against
comments that the Committee makes. The Assessment Committee for each student
consists of three members. Two of these members must be from the academic staff
related to the specialization of the student, where one is the student’s project advi-
sor and the other acts as the chair of the committee. The third member can be any
member of the academic staff of the Program, or an external qualified person.
MATH402A: Advanced Mathematics
ECTS: 8
To provide the basic foundation mathematical background necessary for the design,
analysis and implementation of advanced electrical and computer engineering sys-
tems: By the end of this course students should be able to understand the concepts
of: Vector and Matrix Algebra ;Implicit functions and Jacobians; Infinite series
,Multiple integrals and differentiation of integrals; Taylor Series for several variables;
Fourier series and boundary value problems; Laplace, Fourier and z-Transforms;
Solution of ODE and Partial Differential Equations; Complex Functions and Complex
Integration

EE422: Digital Signal Processing I

ECTS: 8

Sampling theorem, A/D conversion. Discrete time linear time invariant systems. Z-
transform, Fourier transform, Discrete Fourier, Fast Fourier Transform, frequency
response. Digital filter design - FIR and IIR. Recursive and non-recursive designs.
Implementation of digital filters.

EE520: Advanced Digital Communications I

ECTS: 8

Random Variables, Functions of Random Variables, Expectation and Introduction to

Estimation, Random Vectors and Parameter Estimation, Random Sequences,
Random Processes, Advanced Topics in Random Processes. Design, analysis and
implementation of advanced communication links at the physical layer of the proto-
col stack.

EE521: Advanced Digital Communications II

ECTS: 8

Binary and M-ary hypothesis testing, ML and MAP rules. Representation of signals
in function spaces. Transformation of detection problems into a geometric problem
in function space. Linear modulation and coherent reception, liner modulation and
incoherent reception, nonlinear modulation and coherent reception. Probability of
error evaluation for various linear modulation schemes with coherent detection in
AWGN (PAM, PSK, QAM). Linear modulation and incoherent detection, binary and
M-ary FSK. Differential PSK modulation and detection. Transmission over linear fil-
tering channels and ISI. Nyquist-I criterion for ISI elimination and system design
based on zero-forcing, maximum SNR and minimum MSE, Recursive Least Squares
(RLS).

EE522: Principles and Applications of Signal Compression

ECTS: 8

Elements of information theory (entropy, conditional entropy, mutual information,

entropy rate). Quantization of continuous sources (elements of scalar quantization,
companding, optimal quantization techniques, Lloyd-Max algorithm, elements of
vector quantization). Introduction to rate-distortion theory and channel capacity;
Electrical Engineering
4 Years, Bachelor of Science, European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System, ECTS

General Aim:
The Electrical Engineering Program of Study is designed to enable students to make immediate contribution to industry and take responsibility of
the development, design, construction, application and operation of devices and systems.

The objectives of the program are:

(a) To provide an understanding of scientific concepts and engineering laws and develop abilities to interpret and evaluate engineering problems.
(b) To provide a broad based education in electrical and electronic engineering together with the relevant mathematics and support subjects.
(c) To reinforce understanding of theory through laboratory application of logic and electrical circuits, transmission and modulation theory,
electrical machines and transformers, three phase distribution techniques, robotic systems, electronics and microprocessors.
(d) To provide the necessary knowledge to students enabling them to carry out consultation services.
(e) To furnish students with knowledge on specialized subjects based on the area of interest of individual students concerned.

Laboratories
The Electrical Engineering students mainly use the Laboratories. Students from other departmentIs who register for relevant subjects may also use
the labs. All laboratories are housed in the basement of the main building and they are fully equipped to fulfill the objectives of the Program.

There are five laboratories available to all Electrical Engineering students:

- Analogue and Digital Systems Laboratory
- Analogue and Digital Communications (Digital Signal Processing laboratory)
- Power and Control Systems Laboratory
- Computer Engineering Laboratory
- Chemistry Laboratory

(a) Analogue and Digital Systems Laboratory

In this laboratory students’ carry out experiments related to AC/DC circuits, Electronics and Digital circuits. The laboratory is also used by the stu-
dents for their projects.

(b) Analogue and Digital Communications Laboratory

In this laboratory students carry out experiments related to Analogue and Digital Telecoms oriented subjects. The laboratory is also used by the
students for their project work.

(c) Power and Control Systems Laboratory

In this laboratory students carry out experiments related to machines, three phase distribution techniques, transformers and control systems. The
laboratory is also used by the students for their project work.

(d) Computer Engineering Laboratory

Students use this laboratory to carry out experiments on digital systems, microprocessors, interfacing, microcontrollers, and automations and
PLC. In this laboratory, students can also use a variety of computer programs related to electrical and computer engineering. Students also use
this lab for their projects.

(e) Chemistry Laboratory

This laboratory is used by all engineering students to carry out experiments related to the chemistry subject ACHM111.
All laboratories are equipped to achieve the objectives of the Program. Experiments are scheduled in such a way that each group of students is
working on a different experiment.

Students of the Department also have access to the University’s general purpose computer laboratories. These laboratories, with a total of 140
workstations, offer a wide variety of software including office applications, programming environments, mathematical packages. The laboratories
provide high-speed Internet access and printing facilities and are accessible 08:00 to 21:00 daily.

Professional Eligibility
The Program graduates are eligible to register to the Technical Chamber of Cyprus.
The Program requires the completion of 240 ECTS credits and
comprises of required courses, technical electives, free electives
and general electives.
ECTS Technical Electives ECTS Hours
Required Courses 201 ACES103 Statics 5 3
Technical Electives 30 AMEE200 Thermodynamics I 4 3+1*
General Electives 4 AMEG103 Engineering Drawing 5 3
Free Electives 5 AMEM208 Dynamics 5 3+1*
TOTAL 240 AEEC415 Microprocessor Architecture II 5 3
AEEC309 Digital Integrated Circuits II 5 3
Required Courses ECTS Hours ACOE312 Data Comm. & Computer Networks 5 3
AMAT181 Linear Algebra with MATLAB 5 3 ACOE322 Local and Metropolitan Area Net. 5 3
AMEM101 Eng. Economy and Ethics 5 3 ACOE408 Signal and Image Processing 5 3
AEEE203 Digital Circuits I with Laboratory 7 3+1* ACOE410 Programmable Logic Controllers 5 3
AMAT111 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I 5 3 AEEE400 IEE Wiring Regulations Part I 5 3
APHY111 Mechanics, Heat & Waves with Laboratory 5 3+1* AEEE401 IEE Wiring Regulations Part II 5 3
ACHM111 General Chemistry with Laboratory 7 3+1* AEEE406 Electrical Installation Services Design 5 3
AEEE200 Programming Principles 5 3 AEEE407 Specialized Electrical Services 5 3
AMAT122 Calculus and Analytic Geometry II 5 3 AEEE408 Power Electronics 5 3
APHY112 Electromagnetism and Optics with Lab. 5 3+1* AEEC393 Fiber Optics Communication 5 3
AMAT204 Differential Equations 5 3 AEEE425 Antennas and Radars 5 3
AEEC335 Assembly Language 5 3 AEEE426 Antennas Laboratory 5 2*
AEEC305 Digital Circuits II 5 3 AEEC431 Modern Control Systems Analysis 5 3
AEEE237 Electronics I with Laboratory 7 3+2* AEEC432 Dynamic Control Systems Laboratory 5 3*
AEEE221 Circuit Analysis I with Laboratory 7 3+1* AEEC433 Discrete Control Systems 5 3
AMAT223 Calculus III 5 3 AEEC444 Wireless Communications 5 3
AEEE220 Project 3 1 ACOE343 Embedded Microcontroller Systems 5 3
AEEC210 Signals, Systems and Transforms 5 3 ACOE243 Computer Interfacing 5 3
AEEE229 Circuit Analysis II with Laboratory 6 3+1*
AEEC304 Electronics II with Laboratory 6 3+1* Free Electives
AEEC325 Engineering Instrumentation Free Elective is a course offered by other Departments of the University for
and Data Acquisition 4 3 which a student is qualified to register.
AEEE341 Communication Systems I with Laboratory 5 3
AEEC301 Network Analysis I 5 3 General Electives
AEEE403 Electrical Machinery I 5 3 Students should choose one course from group A and one course
AEEC407 Power and 3-phase Laboratory 3 2* from group B.
AMAT300 Probability and Statistics 5 3 ECTS Hours
AEEC317 Digital Communication Systems Laboratory 3 2* Group A - Cyprus Studies
AEEE371 Communication Systems II 5 3 AECH111 Cyprus in the 20th Century 2 2
AMAT314 Numerical Methods 5 3 AECH101 Introduction to the History of Cyprus 2 2
AEEC345 Control Engineering with Laboratory 6 3+1*
AEEE313 Transmission Lines and Waves with Laboratory 6 3+1* Group B - Greek Language and Literature
AEEC405 Microprocessor Architecture I 7 3+2* AEGL111 Modern Greek Literature 2 2
AEEC308 Digital Integrated Circuits I 5 3 AEGL101 Introduction to Greek Language 2 2
AEEC314 Automation and Robotics 5 3
AMAT304 Partial Differential Equations 5 3 *Laboratory Hours
ACOE300 Computer Architecture 5 3
AEEC418 Digital Signal Processing 7 3+1*
AEEC420 Senior Project 8 1
ACSC170 Introduction to Computers 4 2+1*
Description of Courses
AEEE 203: Digital Circuits I with Laboratory,
ECTS: 7
The objective of this course is to provide the students
a basic understanding of digital concepts. With the
completion of the course the student should be able
to transfer numbers within various number systems,
understand the operation of basic digital circuits using
logic gates, and be in a position to use Boolean alge-
bra, combinational logic and logic simplification in
order to obtain minimized expressions for circuit con-
struction. Furthermore, the operation of flip-flops and
latches is introduced. Laboratory instrumentation and
experimentation.
AEEE200 Programming Principles, ECTS: 5
Comprehension of the basic concepts of imperative
programming. Appreciation of program development
through data representation and construction of algo-
rithms using selection, iteration and sequence.
Purpose and need for programming. Information rep-
resentation in programs (types and variables).
Statements, assignments and operations. Conditional
and repetitive statements. Principles of algorithmic
design. Composite data type (arrays, structures). Data
input/output. Introduction to modularity functions.
AEEC305 Digital Circuits II, ECTS: 5
Synchronous sequential circuits, flip-flops, flip-flop
triggering, state diagrams and equations, excitation
tables, state reduction and assignment. Design of cir-
cuits such as synchronous counters, sequence detec-
tors, parity generators. Algorithmic state machines.
ASM charts and timing considerations. Control imple-
mentation using decoders, multiplexers and demulti-
plexers, and PLAs. Asynchronous sequential circuits.
Analysis of asynchronous circuits, transition tables
and flow tables. Design procedure of asynchronous
circuits. Hardware description languages (VHDL).
Laboratory instrumentation and experimentation.
AEEC335 Assembly Language, ECTS: 5
Microcomputer systems, representation of numbers
and characters, organization of the IBM personal
computers. The processor status and the flags regis-
ter, basic arithmetic and assembly instructions, flow
control structures and instructions. Logic shift, rotate
instructions. The stack and introduction to proce-
dures. Multiplication and division instructions, arrays
and addressing modes.
AEEE237: Electronics I with Laboratory, ECTS: 7
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of
semiconductor theory and explains qualitatively, the
operation of the p-n junction, the bipolar junction tran-
sistor (BJT) and the field-effect transistor (FET). The
basic properties, the operating modes and the biasing
configurations of the BJT and the FET, are also
demonstrated. Topics covered include the analysis of
the common-emitter and common-source configura-
tions of the BJT and the FET, respectively. Design and
laboratory exercises to deduce theoretically and exper-
imentally and verify, through CAD simulation, the input-
output characteristics under DC and AC conditions
and to select the optimum components values for the
design of transistor amplifiers are also performed.
AEEE221: Circuit Analysis I with Laboratory,
ECTS: 7
Current, voltage, electrical resistance, voltage and cur-
rent sources. Ohms Law. Series and parallel combina-
tions of resistors. Kirchhoff’s voltage and current laws.
Voltage and current divider rules. Emphasis on circuit
analysis using mesh currents, node voltage, and
source transformations methods. Thevenin's and
Norton's theorems, maximum power transfer and
superposition theorem. Inductance and capacitance.
Introduction to impedance, simple RL, RC, and RLC cir-
cuits. Laboratory instrumentation and experimentation.
AEEE220 Project, ECTS: 3
The purpose of this course is to provide students with
practical experience on the concepts of design, con-
struction and testing of simple electrical or electronic
systems. Students are expected to present their
results in a formal project report.
AEEC210 Signals, Systems & Transforms, ECTS: 5
Introduction and classification of signals. Signal
manipulation and operations, amplitude and time
scaling, addition, subtraction and time shifting.
Introduction of the unit step and impulse functions,
sinusoidals, exponentials, and complex exponentials.
Linear time invariant systems. Impulse response and
convolution integral. Causality and stability. Fourier
series, average and rms value, instantaneous and
average power. Frequency spectra. Laplace
Transform. Transfer function, poles and zeros, stabili-
ty of LTI systems. Fourier Transform. System frequen-
cy response. Ideal analog filters and specification.
Magnitude and phase functions. Group delay.
AEEE229 Circuit Analysis II with Laboratory,
ECTS: 6
Two-port networks, terminal equations and two-port
parameters. Natural response of RC and RL circuits.
Sinusoidal steady state analysis. Phasors and phasor
domain analysis. Passive circuit elements and
Kirchhoff’s laws in the phasor domain. Series and par-
allel resonance. Quality factor, resonance frequency
and bandwidth. Amplitude plots. Frequency response
and relation to passive filtering. Introduction to
Laplace Transform in circuit analysis. Circuit elements
and circuit analysis in the s-domain. Transient analy-
sis. The transfer function and partial fraction expan-
sion. Laboratory instrumentation and experimentation.
AEEC304: Electronics II with Laboratory, ECTS: 6
This course identifies the basic characteristics of oper-
ational amplifiers (op-amps) in open-and closed-loop
configurations and the application of the negative
feedback principle for performing basic mathematical
operations. The frequency response of op-amps in
open- and closed-loop configurations and the relation
of the response characteristics in the design of first
and second order (low, high and band-pass) active fil-
ters are also examined theoretically and experimental-
ly. Topics covered also include the design of higher
order active filters by the selection of the appropriate
Sallen-Key type filter according to the specifications;
the design, simulation and assembly in the laboratory
of higher order active filters, oscillators and timers.
AEEC 325: Engineering Instrumentation and Data
Acquisition, ECTS: 4
This course introduces electrical engineering students
to the basic mechanical and electrical instrumentation
and data acquisition systems. Topics include the fun-
damental concepts of measurement theory and the
basic operation of different measurement sensors and
instruments. Topics such as components of a DAQ
system, types of signals, common transducers and
signal conditioning are also covered. Laboratory exer-
cises with the use of computer data acquisition cards
and industry standard software are also performed.
AEEE341 Communication Systems I with Lab,
ECTS: 5
Information, information sources, deterministic and
random signals. Channels, channel capacity and
Shannon’s theorem. Communication systems.
Frequency spectrum allocation. Average power, rms
value, decibel. Signal to Noise ratio. Spectrum.
Overview of filters and amplifiers. Mixers, PLL, enve-
lope detector, product detector. Amplitude
Modulation. DSB-AM, SSB-AM, DSB-SC-AM.
Modulation index and efficiency, spectrum and spec-
trum plots. Power of AM signals. Generation and
demodulation of AM. Costas Loop and squaring loop.
Super-heterodyne receiver. Angle modulation. Phase
modulation. Phase deviation, modulation index, spec-
trum and bandwidth. Frequency Modulation. Pre-
emphasis and De-emphasis. Link budget evaluation.
Noise figure. Laboratory instrumentation and experi-
mentation.
AEEC301: Network Analysis I, ECTS: 5
The objective of the course is to provide students with
the basic understanding of power system operation.
Emphasis is given on the generation at the substations,
on the transmission system parameters, and the distri-
bution system issues. Symmetrical components and
the ‘a’ operator are introduced as well as the balanced
mesh and star connected loads. Delta to star and star
to delta transformations and per unit analysis of power
systems is introduced. Furthermore, power factor gen-
eral principles as well as power factor correction are
discussed. The course concludes with investigation of
various protection schemes and methods.
AEEE403: Electrical Machinery I, ECTS: 5
The course provides the students with the basic
understanding for the theory and practical operations
of electrical machinery. The course is based on elec-
tromagnetic conversion, magnetic principles and well
established mathematical equations. Thereafter,
description, theory and analysis of steady-state per-
formance are presented for the four types of electrical
machines. Transformers, induction motors, synchro-
nous machines and DC machines. Equivalent circuits
and vector diagrams are derived and used as the pri-
mary tools for analysis.
AEEC407: Power and 3-phase Laboratory, ECTS: 3
This laboratory supports the theoretical course on
electric machinery and can be taken concurrently with
it. It initially gives students a solid practical experience
with measurement instruments and their applications
for the investigation of the various parameters that are
studied. Characteristics of transformers, induction
motors, load connection arrangements, dc and ac
machines are studied within the framework of 8 sepa-
rate experiments. Students get the opportunity to
setup the experiments themselves, choose the appro-
priate instruments for the measurements, understand
the overall aims and decide on the necessary meas-
urements/results that are required.
AEEC317: Digital Communications Systems
Laboratory, ECTS: 3
Laboratory instrumentation and experimentation in
Pulse Amplitude Modulation (PAM) generation, Pulse
Amplitude Modulation demodulation, Pulse Code
Modulation (PCM), Frequency Shift Keying (FSK),
Binary Phase Shift Keying (BPSK), Amplitude Shift
Keying (ASK) and DPSK Modem.
AEEE371: Communication Systems II, ECTS: 5
Introduction to digital communications and applica-
tions. Conversion of analog signals to digital signals.
Sampling and Nyquist theorem. Uniform and Non-uni-
form quantization. Pulse Code Modulation. Encoding.
Baseband transmission. Baseband line codes. Rates,
transmission bandwidth and Signal to Noise ratio.
Power Spectral Density of line codes. Differential cod-
ing. Multilevel signaling and baud rate. Effects of noise
and eye patterns. Intersymbol interference. Regenerate
repeaters and bit synchronization. Delta modulation.
Bandpass communications, bandpass modulation and
demodulation techniques, ASK, BPSK, DPSK, FSK.
Generation and detection. Multiuser communications.
Multiplexing. Synchronization aspects.
AEEC345: Control Engineering with Laboratory,
ECTS: 6
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of
control engineering systems. Class sessions focus on
theory and practice related to the mathematical model,
block diagram representation, open- and closed-loop
transfer function, static and transient response,
applied control actions and stability criteria of basic
electrical, mechanical and hydraulic control systems.
Topics covered include review of Laplace Transform
theory, analysis of the gain, natural/ damped frequen-
cy, damping ratio and the action of PID controllers in
the closed-loop transfer function of a control system,
as well as the judgment of the stability of a closed-loop
control system from the Routh-Hurwitch and Nyquist
Criteria and the Root Locus approach, supported by
MATLAB-based CAD based simulation.
AEEE313 Transmission Lines and Waves with
Laboratory, ECTS: 6
Introduction to waves. Traveling waves. Transmission
Lines. Wavelength. Propagation modes. Modeling of
transmission lines. Line parameters. Lossless and
lossy lines. Reflection. Standing waves. VSWR. Input
Impedance. Smith chart. Line stub matching and
quarter wave transformer. Waveguides. Applications.
Propagation modes. Governing equations. Cutoff fre-
quency and wavelength.
AEEC405 Microprocessor Architecture I, ECTS: 7
Introduction to microprocessor design and program-
ming. Overview of microprocessor families. Basic
hardware characteristics of the 80x86 microproces-
sors. Memory interfacing: semiconductor memory
devices, address decoding and memory bus, bus
contention, memory timing analysis and synchroniza-
tion. Input/Output interfacing: Isolated and memory
mapped I/O, interfacing with two state devices.
Interrupts and interrupt controllers. Analog interfacing:
Digital to analog and analog to digital converters.
Case studies in monitoring and control applications.
Interfacing with programmable devices such as PIO,
PIT, PIC, DMAC, and USART. Laboratory work on
microprocessor boards.
AEEC308: Digital Integrated Circuits I, ECTS: 5
This course examines analogue integrated circuits
and systems in CMOS and Bipolar technologies and
outlines the fundamentals of VLSI design fabrication
techniques. Students are engaged in understanding
voltage and current logic operating levels, noise immu
nity, speed, power dissipation and levels of a logic
inverter gate; the implementation of complex logical
functions using the CMOS inverter as the basic build-
ing block; the comparison between the TTL and CMOS
technologies in implementing the basic logic inverter
gate and the design basic integrated circuit layout of
CMOS logic gates using CAD/ CAE tools.
AEEC314: Automation and Robotics, ECTS: 5
This course provides an overview of matrix transforma-
tion techniques and the concepts related to the build-
ing and programming of the industrial robot arm.
Focuses in understanding the kinematics and dynam-
ics of a robot arm manipulator, classifying robot drives
and sensors and explaining the operation of the vari-
ous sensors and actuators together with various con-
trol techniques used in industrial robots. Topics cov-
ered also include the application of coordinate matrix
transformation, link-joint parameters and Lagrange
Polynomial theory to estimate the kinematics and
dynamics of a robot arm manipulator. Robot drivers,
sensors, controllers and the integration of the robot
arm manipulator in industrial automation systems are
also appraised.
ACOE300 Computer Architecture, ECTS: 5
Introduction to computer architecture and organiza-
tion. Von-Neuman architecture, hardware level of a
computer. Instruction set architectures, relation of
hardware with software. Sequencing and control, hard-
wired and microprogrammed control. Pipelined data-
path and pipeline control. Control, data and branch
hazards. Semiconductor memory devices and memo-
ry expansion. Memory hierarchies, caches and virtual
memory. I/O organization, peripheral devices.
AEEC418 Digital Signal Processing, ECTS: 7
Sampling theorem. Discrete time signals and opera-
tions. Discrete-time linear time invariant (LTI) systems.
Input-Output description and difference equations.
Block diagram representation of DT LTI systems.
Causality. Impulse response. Convolution sum. FIR
and IIR systems. z-transform and Inverse z-transform.
Poles and Zeros. Unit circle and stability. Fourier trans-
form (FT), Discrete Fourier Transform (DFT) and Fast
Fourier Transform (FFT). Frequency domain analysis of
LTI systems. FIR vs IIR digital filters.
AEEC420 Senior Project, ECTS: 8
The purpose of the course is to provide senior students
with practical experience on the design, construction
and testing of electric or electronic systems or other
selected professional topics and prepare them for
entry to the workplace. The students are expected to
use their technical writing and presentation skills in
developing a project plan, a design and implementa-
tion, a report and a report presentation.
AEEC309: Digital Integrated Circuits II, ECTS: 5
This course recalls practical CMOS VLSI Design
methodologies, including circuit design methodology
and VLSI Layout Methodology to implement the design
and operation and simulation of practical Digital
Integrated circuits, via CAD/ CAE software. Topics
covered examine the operation of CMOS Logic
devices, such as, logic gates, clocked logic, registers
and shift registers. MOS transistor detailed operation,
latchup and buffer stages. Different CMOS fabrication
processes and VLSI design rules are also reviewed to
implement the design and simulation of complicated
CMOS-based devices, such as, adders, multipliers, flip
flops, and RAMs.
ACOE408 Digital Image Processing, ECTS: 5
Light. Visual phenomena. Applications of image pro-
cessing based on EM spectrum. Image sensing and
acquisition, sampling, quantization, spatial and gray
level resolution. Image enhancement: gray level trans-
formations, histogram processing, image subtraction
and averaging. Spatial filtering. Smoothing and sharp-
ening frequency domain filters. Homomorphic filtering.
Edge detection techniques and image interpolation.
Reduction of noise and Wiener filtering. Image coding
and compression. Codeword assignment and
Huffman coding.
AEEE400: IEE Wiring Regulations Part I, ECTS: 5
This technical elective course is directly related to the
requirements and legislation that governs electrical
installation design. It relies on the current IEE wiring
regulations according to British standard 7671 and the
methodology with which it is applied. Students are ini-
tially acquainted with various safety rules and terminol-
ogy that govern the wiring regulations. Fundamentals
on earthing and its vital importance and role in the
design of any electrical installation are discussed, fol-
lowed by installation and circuit protection techniques,
selection and erection of equipment and circuit design
AEEE401: IEE Wiring Regulations Part II, ECTS: 5
Following on AEEE400, this course advances in more
depth with regards to certain instances of an electrical
installation design. In particular, emphasis is given on
special locations that might require special considera-
tion in the design such as bathrooms, swimming
pools, agricultural and horticultural premises etc. More
advanced circuit designs, taking into consideration
external influences and other factors that could affect
the circuit design are discussed in more detail. In addi-
tion, perhaps the climax of an electrical installation
design, the inspection and testing is discussed with
attention paid to the methodology and common prac-
tices that are carried out.
AEEE406 Electrical Installation Services Design,
ECTS: 5
This course emphasizes the main principles of installa-
tion design in houses, commercial and industrial build-
ings according to the IEE 16th Edition, with principal
aim of teaching students how to produce a complete
electrological design study of an installation. General
practices of installation procedure are also discussed,
such as earthing systems (TT, TN-S, TN-C-S), earth
electrode resistance calculations, permitted voltage
drops, choices of suitable conductors, circuit breakers
and switches, such as Residual Current Devices (RCD)
and Residual Current Breakers with Overloading cur-
rent protection (RCBO). Finally, the design of ring cir-
cuits for socket outlets, lighting circuits, main switch-
board circuits, safety issues, control of isolation and
switching, protection, and circuit design, testing and
inspection issues, are discussed.
AEEE407: Specialized Electrical Services, ECTS: 5
Elements of electrical installations belonging to more
advance and complex cases are discussed, broaden-
ing and equipping students with more experiences in
the design of electrical installations. Specialized electri-
cal services comprise locations and cases such as
generator selection, discrimination between essential
and non essential loads, uninterruptible power sup-
plies, flame proof and petrol filling station installations,
central antenna systems, lightning protection systems,
various fire and burglar alarm protection systems hotel
conference systems and sound systems.
AEEE408 Power Electronics, ECTS: 5
This course introduces the fundamental components
of power electronic devices, such as power diodes,
thyristors, and power transistors. Different characteris-
tics and specifications of these switches are investigat-
ed, such as ideal characteristics, switching times,
power ratings, forward and backward voltage drops.
Furthermore, the different modes of control of each
device are investigated for switching on and off pur-
poses. More specifically, the devices that are investi-
gated are diode rectifiers, power transistors, dc-dc
converters, pulse-width-modulated inverters, thyris-
tors, resonant pulse inverters, multilevel inverters, con-
trolled rectifiers, ac voltage rectifiers, static switches,
power supplies, dc drives, ac drives, gate drive cir-
cuits, and the protection of these devices and circuits.
AEEC393: Fiber Optics Communication, ECTS: 5
The course provides an overview of the fundamentals
of optical waveguides and fibres as key components in
optical communication. The characteristics of guided
electromagnetic waves in optical waveguides such as
modes, material dispersion and attenuation are also
identified. Topics covered include the application of
the geometrical-optics and the wave propagation
approach to illustrate the basic parameters of the opti-
cal waveguide, comparison of the several techniques
applied for dispersion management and appraisal of
the use of integrated optical devices, such as, LED’s,
optical sensors, optical polarisers, couplers, connec-
tors and repeaters in optical communication systems.
Suitable techniques for modulation, signal routing and
timing in typical optical communication systems are
also proposed.
ACOE243: Computer Interfacing , 5 ECTS
Introduction to computer interfacing techniques and
applications. Computer Interfacing including micro-
processor bus interfacing, interfacing standards (ISA,
PCI) as well as interfacing through the parallel port
(LPT), serial port (COM) and USB ports. Individual or
small group experiments performed on personal com-
puters equipped with special purpose cards.
Experiments on timers/counters, data transfer, dis-
plays, motor speed control and positioning, as well as
analog interfacing through A/D and D/A converters.
Use of programmed controlled, interrupt, and DMA
modes of data transfer.
AEEE 425 Antennas and Radars, ECTS: 5
The course aims to introduce students to the funda-
mental properties of antennas and radar principles.
ic radiating devices and as equivalent lumped element
circuits. Special types of antennas (linear antennas,
patch antennas) are introduced. The simultaneous radi-
ation from antenna arrays with emphasis to linear uni-
form arrays is studied. Array factor, self and mutual
impedance are defined and studied through exercises.
The second part of the class deals with the operation
principles and main characteristics of radar systems.
Active and passive systems are studied and range, tar-
get velocity and incident power density are defined.
AEEE426 Antennas Laboratory, ECTS: 5
Laboratory instrumentation and experimentation on
radiation pattern of a Ï/2 dipole at 1 GHz, gain of pyram-
idal horn antennas, Ï/2, Ï, and 3Ï/2 dipoles, half-wave
folded dipole antennas, monopole antennas, loop
antennas, parasitic array (Yagi-Uda) antennas and rec-
tangular patch antenna (microstrip technology).
AEEC431: Modern Control System Analysis,
ECTS: 5
This course retrieves matrix algebra, eigenvalues and
eigenvectors, state variables, state-space equations,
linearisation of non-linear systems, state space realisa-
tion of transfer functions, canonical forms, and trans-
formation of system models. Class sessions focus in
understanding the state space models, feedback con-
troller design and optimal control of dynamic control
systems. Topics covered also include feedback con-
troller design in dynamic control systems using state
observer design, optimal control and Linear Quadratic
Regulator (LQR) concepts and the appraisal of the
notion of controllability, observability, Liapunov stabili-
ty and pole placement via state feedback techniques in
modern control systems.
AEEC432: Dynamic Control Systems Laboratory,
ECTS: 5
In this course laboratory sessions will focus on theory
and practice related to dynamic control systems via
applying data acquisition tools and operating laborato-
ry Apparatus, such as: Tortional Control System Plant,
Rectilinear Control System Plant, Industrial Emulator /
Servo Trainer Plant, Magnetic Levitation Apparatus and
Inverted Pendulum Accessory. Design and lab exercis-
es include the use of the fundamental properties of
lightly damped 2nd order systems to indirectly measure
inertia, spring and damping constants in classical mass
spring configurations, the investigation of the effect of
basic control actions on the performance of dynamic
systems and the design and simulation of a closed loop
Plant with a PD controller by applying Successive Loop
Closure / Pole placement techniques.
AEEC433: Discrete-Time Control Systems, ECTS: 5
The course provides an overview of the fundamentals
of the z-transform definition, its properties, and use in
solution of difference equations. Class sessions focus
on the understanding of the concept of discrete-time
control systems, digital control systems, quantization,
data acquisition techniques and on applying state-
space analysis; state-space representation, and solu-
tion of the discrete-time state space equations. Z-
plane analysis in discrete-time control systems via
impulse sampling and Data Hold, Convolution Integral
Method, reconstruction from sampled data is also per-
formed. The improvement of the performance of digital
controllers and digital filters in discrete-time control
systems, by applying controllability, observability con-
cepts and pole placement techniques are also judged.
AEEE 444 Wireless Communications, ECTS: 5
Wireless communications is a technical elective class
that deals with multiple access techniques, digital
modulation, physical layer propagation for various
small and large scale wireless communication systems
with emphasis to the structure and the special charac-
teristics of wireless, cellular communication systems.
Under this orientation small and large signal fading is
studied in combination with the space division in
macro, micro and pico cells. Phenomena of co-chan-
nel interference and adjacent channel inter-modulation
are discussed and the handover process of a mobile
user for intra and inter cell displacements is explained.
The wireless resources allocation, the blockage proba-
bility and the call failure probability are explained using
Marcov chain theory and other deterministic and prob-
abilistic mathematical methods. Finally the GSM sys-
tem is introduced and analyzed under the light of the
acquired skills and the trends for future cellular com-
munication systems are presented.
ACSC170: Introduction to Computers, ECTS: 4
Ethics and professionalism. Introduction to computer
organization and capabilities. Algorithms and their
components. Sequential flow, conditional flow, and
repetitive flow- pseudocode. Typical examples of algo-
rithms and their representation by means of flowcharts.
Department of
Mechanical Engineering
Chairperson
Rossides Stamatis

Vice-chairperson
Omirou Sotiris

Professors
Kanarachos Andreas
Demosthenous George
Christodoulou Christodoulos

Associate Professors
Fyrillas Marios
Rossides Stamatis
Omirou Sotiris
Karagiorgis George

Assistant Professors
Kanarachos Stratis
Loizou Savvas
Lontos Antonios
Menicou Michalis

Lecturers
Tsolaki Eleni
Akylas Evangelos
Papanearchou Nearchos
Pavlides Marios
Papadakis Loukas

Visiting Teaching Staff

Neoptolemou Michael
Chasos Charalambos

Post Graduate Associates

Vassiliou Vassos

Special Teaching Staff

Vasiliou Ioulios

Lab Assistant
Athanasiou Charalambos
Papamichael Theodoulos
Vasiliadis Andreas
Mechanical Engineering
4 Years, Bachelor of Science, European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System, ECTS

General Aim:

The Mechanical Engineering Program of Study is designed to provide the students with the scientific and professional provisions of the
Mechanical Engineering profession. Thus, attention is given on both the technical and the analytical ways of thinking and their application in the
Mechanical Engineer discipline. Furthermore, by emphasizing the fundamental principles it creates innovative, resilient and entrepreneurial stu-
dents, prepared for rapid technological change, and able to continuously improve their skills across a range of disciplines. The Program also lays
the foundation for graduate studies.

The objectives of the program are:

- To provide an integrated academic background in order to adapt to technological advancement in the context of Mechanical Engineering.
- To inculcate a proficient mastery of fundamental scientific principles and engineering laws and to develop analytical skills to formulate and solve
engineering problems.
- To provide a global understanding of theory and reinforce the ability to analyze and design mechanical systems.
- To familiarize students with the state of the art and user-friendly computer software in order to advance students’ skills in solving engineering
problems and applying computer technology in applications relevant to Mechanical Engineering.
- Gain practical experience in the use of modern engineering instruments and reinforce understanding through computerized and other
experimentation.
- To give students the opportunity to attend subjects of general interest.
- To enhance the skill of communicating with other engineering disciplines.
- To lay the foundation for further education.

All along the objectives of the Program are re-examined in the light of technological changes, developments in the field of study, employability
requirements and are redefined whenever and as necessary.

Department Laboratories

The Department operates a number of laboratories, both for teaching and research purposes. A list of the laboratories available is provided
below.
- Physics Lab
- Renewable Energy Sources (RES) Laboratory
- Materials Characterization Laboratory
- Vehicle Systems Laboratory
- Materials Preparation and Processing Laboratory
- Mechanical Engineering Laboratory I
- Mechanical Engineering Laboratory II
- CAD/CAM Systems and CNC Machine Tools Lab
- Internal Combustion Engines Laboratory
- Air Pollution Laborator

Students of the Department also have access to the University’s general purpose computer laboratories. These laboratories, with a total of 140
workstations, offer a wide variety of software including office applications, programming environments, mathematical packages. The laboratories
provide high-speed Internet access and printing facilities and are accessible 08:00 to 21:00 daily.

Professional Eligibility

The Program graduates are eligible to register to the Technical Chamber of Cyprus.
The Program requires the completion of 240 ECTS credits and
comprises of required courses, mechanical engineering electives,
free electives and general electives.
ECTS
Required Courses 211
Mechanical Engineering Electives 15
General Electives 4
Free Electives 10
TOTAL 240

Required Courses ECTS Hours Mechanical Engineering Electives ECTS Hours

AMAT 111 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I 5 3 AMEE 303 Energy Management and Conservation 5 3
AMAT 122 Calculus and Analytic Geometry II 5 3 AMEE 401 Aerodynamics 5 3
AMAT 181 Linear Algebra with MATLAB 5 3 AMEE 402 Turbomachinery 5 3
AMAT 204 Differential Equations 5 3 AMEE 404 Advanced Heat Transfer 5 3
AMAT 223 Calculus III 5 3 AMEE 405 Thermodynamics II 5 3
AMAT 300 Probability and Statistics 5 3 AMEE 406 Fluid Mechanics II 5 3
AMAT 314 Numerical Methods 5 3 AMEE 407 Alternative Sources of Energy 5 3
APHY 111 Mechanics, Heat, and Waves with Lab 5 3+1* AMEE 408 Mechanical Engineering Analysis 5 3
APHY 112 Electromagnetism and Optics with Lab 5 3+1* AMEE 409 Environmental Impact Assessment
ACSC 104 Computer Programming for Engineers 5 2+2* and Environmental Management 5 3
AEEE 103 Electrical Science I 5 3+1* AMEM 308 Total Quality Management 5 3
AMEM 100 Freshman Mechanical Engineering 4 3 AMEM 309 Tribology I 5 3
AMEW 101 Mechanical Workshop 2 3* AMEM 310 Introduction to Composite Materials 5 3
AMEM 107 Introduction to Materials 5 3 AMEM 402 Introduction to Robotics 5 3
AMEM 110 Materials Engineering 5 3 AMEM 403 Operations Management 5 3
AMEG 103 Engineering Drawing 4 3 AMEM 406 Introduction to Finite Elements
AMEG 202 Computer Aided Design 5 1+3* in Engineering 5 3
ACES 103 Statics 5 3 AMEM 407 Introduction to Boundary Elements
AMEM 208 Dynamics 5 3+1* in Engineering 5 3
AMEM 209 Strength of Materials with Lab 6 3+2* AMEM 408 Tribology II 5 3
AMEM 210 Mechanics of Deformable Solids 5 3 AMEM 409 Mechatronics 5 3
AMEE 200 Thermodynamics I 5 3+1* AMEM 410 Nanotechnology 5 3
AMEE 202 Fluid Mechanics I 5 3+1* AMEM 411 Advanced Manufacturing Processes 5 3
AMEM 201 Manufacturing Processes 5 3 AMEM 412 Machine Elements III 5 3
AMEM 211 Instrumentation and Data Acquisition Systems 5 3+1* AMEG 203 Computer Aided Design Methodology II 5 1+3*
AMEM 203 Engineering Economy 5 3
AMEM 315 Kinematics of Mechanisms 5 3 Free Electives
AMEM 316 Machine Elements I 6 3+1* Free Elective is a course offered by other Departments of the University for
AMEM 323 Mechanical Vibrations and Machine Dynamics 6 3+1* which a student is qualified to register.
AMEE 302 Heat and Mass Transfer 6 3+1*
AMEM 317 Machine Elements II 6 3+1* General Electives
AMEM 326 Automation and Control Systems 6 3+1* Students should choose one course from group A and one course
AMEE 310 Hydraulics and Pneumatics 5 3+1* from group B.
AMEM 400 Design and Organization ECTS Hours
of Production Systems 5 3 Group A - Cyprus Studies
AMEG 408 Heating, Cooling and Air Conditioning 6 3+1* AECH111 Cyprus in the 20th Century 2 2
AMEE 431 Internal Combustion Engine Fundamentals 5 3 AECH101 Introduction to the History of Cyprus 2 2
AMEM 405 Manufacturing Processes with the aid
of CAD/CAM Systems 6 3+1* Group B - Greek Language and Literature
AMEM 404 Mechanical Engineering Design 5 3 AEGL111 Modern Greek Literature 2 2
AMEE 403 Gas Turbines 5 3 AEGL101 Introduction to Greek Language 2 2
AMET 200 Project 5 1
AMET 400 Senior Project 8 1 *Laboratory Hours
Automotive Engineering
4 Years, Bachelor of Science, European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System, ECTS

General Aim:

The Automotive Engineering Program of Study provides the opportunity for students to gain a deep understanding in a particular automotive engi-
neering discipline while also gaining breadth in complimentary engineering disciplines. The automotive content is evident from the first semester
and concentrates on important aspects of automotive technology including Vehicle Dynamics & Control, Internal Combustion Engines, Power
Trains, Autronics (Vehicle Electronics) and Vehicle Design. The Program also provides students with the opportunity to work on a team project
within the automotive sector and to train in an Automotive Station. Students who graduate from this program will have both enhanced interdiscipli-
nary skills in automotive engineering and business, and the teamwork skills necessary to guide product and process development in this fast-
growing field. The Program finally provides an excellent career preparation.

The objectives of the program are:

- To strengthen the technical competence and depth of automotive engineers by teaching them advanced skills in their engineering discipline.
- To broaden the horizons of automotive engineers by exposing them to the wide spectrum of interdisciplinary engineering activities involved in the
process of development, design, and manufacturing of automotive systems.
- To reinforce understanding of theory through laboratory experience and design projects and become familiar with the use of a variety of
engineering instruments.
- To provide a detail understanding of theory and reinforce the ability to analyze and design automotive sub-systems e.g. power units, power-
trains,
chassis, steering, braking systems and automotive electronics.
- To provide automotive engineers with an enhanced understanding of related disciplines as well as management and human factors issues
related to the design and marketing of automotive systems.
- To provide automotive engineers with practical experience in team building, carrying out projects in interdisciplinary teams, and in developing
and managing projects.
- To lay the foundation for further education.

All along the objectives of the Program are re-examined in the light of technological changes, developments in the field of study, employability
requirements and are redefined whenever and as necessary.

Department Laboratories

The Department operates a number of laboratories, both for teaching and research purposes. A list of the laboratories available is provided below.
- Physics Lab
- Renewable Energy Sources (RES) Laboratory
- Materials Characterization Laboratory
- Vehicle Systems Laboratory
- Materials Preparation and Processing Laboratory
- Mechanical Engineering Laboratory I
- Mechanical Engineering Laboratory II
- CAD/CAM Systems and CNC Machine Tools Lab
- Internal Combustion Engines Laboratory
- Air Pollution Laboratory

Students of the Department also have access to the University’s general purpose computer laboratories. These laboratories, with a total of 140
workstations, offer a wide variety of software including office applications, programming environments, mathematical packages. The laboratories
provide high-speed Internet access and printing facilities and are accessible 08:00 to 21:00 daily.

Professional Eligibility
The Program graduates are eligible to register to the Technical Chamber of Cyprus.

The program has been conditionally approved by the Evaluation Committee of Private Universities ( ECPU )
The Program requires the completion of 240 ECTS credits and
comprises of required courses, free electives and general elec-
tives.
ECTS
Required Courses 226
General Electives 4
Free Electives 10
TOTAL 240

Required Courses ECTS Hours AUTO 402 Vehicle Dynamics & Control II 5 3
AMAT 111 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I 5 3 AUTO 403 Vehicle Structures 6 3+2*
AMAT 122 Calculus and Analytic Geometry II 5 3 AUTO 404 Vehicle Crashworthiness 6 3+2*
AMAT 181 Linear Algebra With Matlab 5 3 AUTO 405 Vehicle Engineering Design 5 3
AMAT 204 Differential Equations 5 3 AUTO 406 Major Project 8 1
AMAT 314 Numerical Methods 5 3
ACES 103 Statics 5 3
ACSC 104 Computer Programming for Engineers 5 2+2* Free Electives
APHY 111 Mechanics, Heat, and Waves with Lab 5 3+1* Free Elective is a course offered by other Departments of the University for
AMEE 200 Thermodynamics I 5 3+1* which a student is qualified to register.
AMEE 202 Fluid Mechanics I 5 3+1*
AMEE 302 Heat and Mass Transfer 6 3+1* General Electives
AMEE 310 Hydraulics and Pneumatics 5 3+1* Students should choose one course from group A and one course
AMEG 103 Engineering Drawing 4 3 from group B.
AMEG 104 Computer Aided Design Methodology I 5 1+3* ECTS Hours
AMEG 203 Computer Aided Design Methodology II 5 1+3* Group A - Cyprus Studies
AMEM 100 Freshman Mechanical Engineering 4 3 AECH111 Cyprus in the 20th Century 2 2
AMEM 106 Materials Science and Engineering 5 3 AECH101 Introduction to the History of Cyprus 2 2
AMEM 201 Manufacturing Processes 5 3
AMEM 208 Dynamics 5 3+1* Group B - Greek Language and Literature
AMEM 209 Strength of Materials with Lab 6 3+2* AEGL111 Modern Greek Literature 2 2
AMEM 309 Tribology I 5 3 AEGL101 Introduction to Greek Language 2 2
AMEM 316 Machine Elements I 6 3+1*
AMEM 317 Machine Elements II 6 3+1* *Laboratory Hours
AMEM 400 Design and Organization
of Production Systems 5 3
AMEM 405 Manufacturing Processes with the aid
of CAD/CAM Systems 6 3+1*
AMEM 412 Machine Elements III 5 3
AUTO 101 Vehicle Technology 5 3
AUTO 105 Training in Automotive Service Station 2 0
AUTO 108 Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Principles 5 3+1*
AUTO 109 Automotive Workshop 2 0
AUTO 203 Vehicle Electric and Electronic Systems 6 3+2*
AUTO 205 Introduction to Vehicle Systems 6 3+1*
AUTO 206 Electronic Management Systems 6 3+2*
AUTO 210 Technology and Business 5 3
AUTO 302 Vehicle Internal Combustion Engines 5 3+1*
AUTO 303 Vehicle Dynamics & Control I 6 3+2*
AUTO 307 Automotive Design Project 5 1
AUTO 400 Ground Vehicle Aerodynamics 5 3
AUTO 401 Vehicle Internal Combustion Engines Design 5 3+1*
Description of Courses
AEEE 103: Electrical Science I , ECTS: 5
Electrical Principles. Basic electrical quantities and
units. Simple d.c. circuits, Ohm’s Law, Kirchoff’s Law,
superposition theorem, mesh and nodal analysis.
Alternating voltages and currents, sinusoidal signals,
frequency, amplitude, period. Peak, average and
RMS values. Capacitive and inductive circuits, types
of capacitors, capacitance, charging and discharging
of capacitors. Inductance, types of inductors, energy
stored in inductive circuits. Electronic Principles.
Introduction to semiconductor materials, P-N junction,
the junction diode, rectifiers, regulators and the Zener
diode. Bipolar junction transistor, input/output charac-
teristics, circuit configurations, and biasing. Transistor
applications, switching and amplifiers. Digital
Electronics. Number systems. Binary addition, sub-
traction and signed numbers. Digital circuits. Boolean
algebra. Analysis and design of combinational logic
circuits.
AMEE 200: Thermodynamics I , ECTS: 5
Fundamentals of engineering thermodynamics: ther-
modynamic system, control volume concept, units of
measurement, energy, work, heat, property of pure
substances. The first law of thermodynamics: forms of
energy, conservation of energy, thermodynamic prop-
erties, conservation of mass and the first law applied
to a control volume, the steady-state steady-flow
process, the uniform-state uniform-flow process. The
second law of thermodynamics: the Carnot cycle, the
thermodynamic property entropy, the T-s and h-s dia-
gram, reversible and irreversible processes, efficien-
cy. Application to engineering systems, power and
refrigeration cycles: Otto cycle, diesel cycle, refrigera-
tion cycles, turbines, compressors, pumps.
AMEE 202: Fluid Mechanics I , ECTS: 5
Properties of fluids, viscosity and stress-strain rela-
tionships, fluid statics, fluid kinematics, integral and
differential forms of the conservation laws, control vol-
ume analysis using mass, momentum and energy
(Bernoulli equation), basic applications, viscous flow,
dimensional analysis and similitude, basic boundary
layer analysis, drag/lift relationships.
AMEE 302: Heat and Mass Transfer , ECTS: 6
Introduction to Heat Transfer. Modes of heat transfer,
conduction, convection and radiation. Conduction:
Thermal conductivity, Fourier’s law of conduction,
One-dimensional steady-state conduction through
simple and composite flat and cylindrical walls.
Convection: Boundary layers, Dimensionless groups
for forced and free convection. Forced convection.
Natural convection. Radiation: Introduction, Radiative
properties, Black/grey body, Stefan-Boltzmann and
Kirchoff’s Laws, Radiation transfer between two black
surfaces, View factors. Combined heat transfer modes
for analysis: Heat exchangers. Introduction to Mass
Transfer: Concentration and Fick’s Law of diffusion,
Diffusion in stationary medium, Stefan’s law of diffu-
sion.
AMEE 303: Energy Management and
Conservation, ECTS: 5
The Need to conserve energy – ways in which Energy
may be saved. Heat losses from buildings, heat gains
to buildings, heating-cooling systems. Infiltration-ven-
tilation. Insulation-double glazing cavity walls, weather
stripping, etc. Optimization of building design for
energy conservation. Waste heat recovery, use of
more efficient lighting, energy management systems.
Alternative energy sources, solar energy, wind power,
hydro-electric power, tidal Geothermal and wave ener-
gy, applications. Energy accounting (auditing),
Energy conservation in practice. Qualities of an
Energy Manager.
AMEE 310: Hydraulics and Pneumatics , ECTS: 5
Hydraulics, Principle of operation. Technology and
design of positive displacement pumps. Physical
Properties of Hydraulic Fluids. Energy and Power in
Hydraulic Systems, Friction Losses in Hydraulic
Systems, Hydraulic Cylinders, motors, Pumps, Valves,
Actuators. Hydraulic Circuit Design and Analysis
(Circuits and sizing of Hydraulic Components, sym-
bols). Introduction to Pneumatics, Control of
Pneumatic Energy, Compressors. Directional Control
Valves, Regulators, Excess Flow Valves, Sequence
Valves. Sizing of Pneumatic systems, Air Preparation
AMEE 401: Aerodynamics, ECTS: 5
Aerodynamic forces and terms; similarity and drag/lift
coefficients; potential flow, streamlines and stream-
function, vorticity, circulation and lift. Flow around thin
airfoils. Boundary layers, skin friction drag, pressure
drag, separation, and stall. Combining boundary layer
and potential flow theories. Introduction to compressi-
ble aerodynamics; speed of sound, Mach number and
isentropic variations of thermodynamic properties.
Shock waves and relationships for non-isentropic flow.
Drag at high subsonic Mach number; the area rule.
AMEE 402: Turbomachinery, ECTS: 5
Energy considerations and applications to turboma-
chinery. Angular momentum and velocity diagrams.
Pump selection and application; applications to fluid
systems; parameters involved; performance data.
Turbines; impulse and reaction turbines; turbine
design procedure. Compressible flow turbomachines;
Compressors; Compressible flow turbines; compres-
sor stage design procedures.
AMEE 403: Gas Turbines , ECTS: 5
Fundamental concepts, Introduction to the basic
processes, Performance analysis, Types/arrangements
of engine components. Compression processes,
Combustion processes, Turbine Expansion process,
Exhaust heat exchange process. Performance and
characteristics, Instrumentation. Non-dimensional
groups. Engine testing, Performance of a single shaft
unit, Performance of a two-shaft unit, Characteristics of
components, Theory of stationary gas turbine power
plants. Design of gas turbines, Hardware & compo-
nents Matching. Gas Turbines for Aircraft Propulsion.
AMEE 404: Advanced Heat Transfer , ECTS: 5
Introduction to Heat Transfer: (Modes of heat transfer,
conduction, convection and radiation). Conduction:
(Thermal conductivity of materials, Derivation of the
general conduction equation, Boundary conditions
and initial conditions, Unsteady and two-dimensional
conduction, Thermal contact resistance, Extended
surfaces, Transient conduction). Convection:
(Boundary layers, Dimensionless groups for forced
and free convection, Forced convection, external and
internal flows, Natural convection, external flows).
Radiation: (Introduction, Radiative properties,
Black/grey body, Stefan-Boltzmann and Kirchoff’s
Laws, Radiation transfer between two grey surfaces,
View factors, Analysis of simple geometric configura-
tions, Environmental radiation).
AMEE 405: Thermodynamics II , ECTS: 5
Thermodynamic Relations for simple compressible
substances: Equation of state, Thermodynamic func-
tions of two independent variables. Nonreacting Ideal
Gas Mixtures: Describing mixture composition,
Relations for ideal gas mixtures, U, H, and S for ideal
gas mixtures, Mixtures processes at constant
Composition, Mixture of ideal gases. Reacting mix-
tures and combustion: Combustion process, conser-
vation of energy for reacting systems, Adiabatic flame
temperature, Absolute temperature and the third law
of thermodynamics, Chemical availability. Second law
(Exergetic) efficiencies of reacting systems: Chemical
and phase equilibrium, Preliminary considerations,
Equation of reaction equilibrium, Calculation of equi-
librium compositions, Equilibrium between two phas-
es of a pure substance, Equilibrium of multi-compo-
nent, multiphase systems
AMEE 406: Fluid Mechanics II, ECTS: 5
Differential form of the conservation laws; basic vis-
cous flow; the boundary layer; unsteady Bernoulli’s
equation. Laminar viscous flow; pressure driven
flow in tubes of various cross-sections; flow with
power law transport properties; Stoke’s oscillating
plate. Flow over immersed bodies; Lift and drag con-
cepts. Boundary layer characteristics; Blausius
boundary layer solution; integral momentum method;
turbulent boundary layers; drag and lift prediction.
Flow at low Reynolds number; equations for Stoke’s
flow; sphere in a uniform stream; Faxen’s law; lubrica-
tion approximation.
AMEE 407: Alternative Sources of Energy , ECTS: 5
Introduction to the Energy problem and the renewable
energy sources. Fundamental characteristics and
properties of the renewable energy sources. Solar
energy and applications, Solar central receivers
(Parabolic trough, Power towers, Solar Dish genera-
tor), Solar Collectors (Flat plate collectors, Vacuum flat
plate collectors, Vacuum tube collectors, Compound
parabolic concentrators), Solar collector performance.
Wind power, Hydro-electric power, Tidal and wave
energy, Geothermal Energy. Hydrogen from renew-
able energy sources and H2 / fuel cells
AMEE 408: Mechanical Engineering Analysis,
ECTS: 5
Ordinary Differential Equations; non-homogeneous
linear ordinary differential equations; variable coeffi-
cient linear ordinary differential equations; Sturm-
Liouville problems; Laplace and Fourier transforms.
Partial Differential Equations; Diffusion, Laplace's and
Wave equationd; Fourier series; Separation of vari-
ables; Fourier and Laplace transforms and their appli-
cations; complex variables and conformal mapping.
Calculus of variations and optimization. Notions of
stability for linear and nonlinear differential equations.
Applications to the analysis of problems in Mechanical
Engineering including Structures, Vibrations, Control
Systems and Fluids.
AMEE 409: Environmental Impact Assessment
and Environmental Management , ECTS: 5
Stages in the Environmental Impact Assessment.
Methods. Strategic Environmental Assessment.
Introduction to the physical environment –
Understanding environmental problems. Air pollution
and climate change. Water and land degradation.
Ecological impacts. Impacts on humans. A Tourism
Project: Scoping – Public Involvement. An Agro-indus-
try Project: Environmental Management Plan.
Environmental auditing. Introduction to Environmental
Auditing - Environmental Auditing vs Environmental
Assessment. The Environmental Audit Process.
Methodology for an Environmental Audit for Air, Water
and Land. Auditing Techniques for Noise, Transport
and Visual Effects. Environmental Management
System vs Environmental Auditing. Structure of an
Environmental Management System. Environmental
Management System vs Environmental Reporting.
Certification vs Verification.
AMEE 431: Internal Combustion Engine
Fundamentals , ECTS: 5
Four stroke cycle: SI engines and CI engines, Two
stroke cycle: Theory and operation. Criteria of per-
formance: performance parameters, speed, fuel con-
sumption, air consumption, exhaust emissions, brake
horsepower. Engine output and efficiency, indicated
horsepower. Factors influencing performance: size of
cylinder, speed, load, ignition timing, compression
ratio, air-fuel ratio, fuel injection, engine cooling,
supercharging. Real cycles and the air standard
cycle: air standard cycles, fuel-air cycles, actual
cycles and their losses. Properties of fuels for IC
engines: fuels for SI engines, knock rating of SI
engines, Diesel fuels. Alternative forms of IC engines:
the Wankel rotary combustion engine, the variable
compression ratio engine.
AMEG 103: Engineering Drawing, ECTS: 4
Linework and Lettering. Orthographic and isometric
engineering drawings. Drawing of views.
Dimensioning Principles. Sections and Sectional
Views. Drawing of Machine Elements: screws, bolts,
nuts, springs, gears, cams, bearings, etc. Technical
drawings of components and assembled mechanical
parts. Limits and Fits, Geometrical Tolerances.
Roughness symbols. Welding and Welding Symbols.
Description of all related DIN and ISO standards.
AMEG 104: Computer Aided Design
Methodology I, ECTS: 5
Designing principles of mechanical drawings. CAD
systems, Geometry and line generation, Planes and
coordinates, Projections, points and lines, Line seg-
ments, Curves, AutoCAD file Creation, Attaching
menus, Design file concepts. Activating drawing com-
mands, The main palette, Symbology and toolbars.
Plotting manager, Dimensioning placement,
Miscellaneous dimensioning, Linear dimensioning,
Angular Dimensioning, Radial dimensioning, Plotting,
Creation and designing of mechanical part and ele-
ments in 2D dimension (samples from the automotive
industry). Definition of 3D Surfaces using the CAD
systems, Construction of mechanical parts in 3D
dimension, Sections and views. Drawing and con-
struction of car components. Searching for new tech-
niques and methods for the designing of complicated
mechanical parts (shaft, valves).
AMEG 202: Computer Aided Design, ECTS: 5
Designing principles of mechanical drawings,
Geometry and Line generation, Planes and coordi-
nates, Projections, Points and lines, Line segments,
Curves. Attaching Menus, Design File Concepts,
Activating Drawing Commands, The Main Palette,
Symbology and Toolbars. Plotting Manager,
Dimensioning placement, Miscellaneous dimension-
ing, Linear dimensioning, Angular Dimensioning,
Radial dimensioning, Plotting, Creation and designing
of mechanical part and elements in 2D dimension.
Definition of 3D Surfaces using the CAD systems.
Construction of mechanical parts in 3D dimension,
Sections and views. Drawing and construction of
assembled mechanical parts. Searching for new tech-
niques and methods for the designing of complicated
mechanical parts.

mechanical parts (car components). 3D solid model-
ing of Camshaft, Crankshaft, Piston, Cylinders, Valves,
Gearbox assembly, Independent Front Suspension
assembly, Roller chain timing drive assembly, Brake
system assembly. Localization of automotive engineer-
ing model libraries on the World Wide Web.
AMEG 408: Heating, Cooling and Air Conditioning
ECTS: 6
Air-conditioning loads (ASHRAE) load from walls, light-
ing, people, appliances, ventilation, infiltration etc.
Heating load estimate, Cooling load estimate. Solar
radiation (solar heat gain, solar load). Psychrometry
(specific humidity, relative humidity, and percentage of
saturation). Comfort and health (comfortable condi-
tions). Heat transmission in building structures.
Complete air-conditioning systems. Direct expansion,
All water (fan coil units).
AMEM 100: Freshman Mechanical Engineering
ECTS: 4
Basic Physical Concepts. Codes and standards. SI
Units. Force and its units. Forces in equilibrium,
Moment of a force. Conditions for static equilibrium.
Center of mass, centroids. Introduction to Materials.
Types of materials. Material behavior. Metals and
alloys. Mechanical Properties of Materials. Introduction
to mechanical testing and properties. The stress-strain
diagram. Thermodynamics. Heat, work, and system.
The state of a working fluid. Reversibility. Reversible
work. Fluids. Pressure. Manometers. Continuity equa-
tion. Bernoulli’s equation. Introduction to Computer
Technology. Description of the main components of a
computer. Familiarization with the Windows operating
system. Introduction to MS-Office. Use of the Internet
and e-mail.
AMEM 106: Materials Science and Engineering,
ECTS: 5
Introduction to Materials: Types of Materials, Structure
– Property. Atomic Structure and Bonding. Atomic
Arrangements. Basic mechanical properties of metals.
Testing of metals. Non destructive test methods.
Failure of metals. Principles of Phase Diagrams:
Binary Alloy Phase Diagrams of Completely Miscible
Systems. Focus on the Cu-Ni Alloy System. Binary
Alloy Phase Diagrams of Immiscible Systems
Containing Three-Phase Reactions. The Iron-Carbon
Phase Diagram – TTT Diagrams – Steels and Stainless
Steels. Materials for Automotive Engineering:
Common materials in vehicle production, Ceramics for
automotives. Recycling considerations. New materials
(with particular emphasis on opportunities for reducing
weight and cost, and improved fuel efficiency, safety
and energy absorption)
AMEM 107: Introduction to Materials, ECTS: 5
Basic Materials. Atomic Structure and Bonding. Ionic-
Covalent-Metallic Bonding. Potential Energy Diagrams.
Atomic Arrangements. Gases – Liquids – Solids. The
Crystal Structure of Materials. Directional Density,
Planar Density, Bulk Density, Packing Factor.
Imperfections in Crystals – Slip Systems in Crystals.
Defects. Physical Properties of Materials in Relation to
Bonding and Crystal Structures. Mechanical Testing
and Properties. Strain Hardening and Annealing.
Strain-Hardening Mechanisms. Characteristics of Cold
Working. Recovery-Recrystallization-Grain Growth.
Principles of Solidification. Homogeneous Nucleation
(Critical Nucleus Size, Activation Energy for
Solidification). Heterogeneous Nucleation.
Strengthening by Solidification (grain size). Solid
Solution and Dispersion Strengthening by Solidification
and by Phase Transformations.
AMEM 110: Materials Engineering, ECTS: 5
Principles of Phase Diagrams, Relationship to
Materials Strengthening. Binary Alloy Phase Diagrams,
Completely Miscible Systems (Equilibrium and Non-
Equilibrium Cooling Curves, Liquidus, Solidus, Phase
Fields, Type of Phases, Lever Rule, %Phase
Composition, Phase Composition, Microstructure). Cu-
Ni Alloy System. Binary Phase Diagrams of Immiscible
Systems containing Three-Phase Reactions (eutectic,
eutectoid, peritectic, peritectoid, monotectic). The Iron-
Carbon Phase Diagram – TTT Diagrams – Steels and
Stainless Steels. Mechanical Properties of Ferrite,
Austenite, Cementite, Martensite. TTT Diagrams for
Eutectoid Steel, Steel Design and Properties.
Ceramics. Sintering. Polymers. Polymer Additives –
Forming of Polymers. Composites. Fiber and Laminar
Composites. Dispersion-Strengthened Composites.
Laminar Composites. Deterioration of Metals.
Corrosion.
AMEM 201: Manufacturing Processes, ECTS: 5
Casting processes. Solidification of Metals. Cast
Structures. Casing Alloys. Casting Processes.
Expendable Mold. Permanent Mold. Processing of
Casting and Casting Design. Bulk deformation
processes. Forging. Rolling. Cold and hot Extrusion.
Metals. Material Removal Processes. Milling. Turning.
Tool Wear. Cutting Processes and Machine Tools for
Producing Round Shapes. Cutting Processes for
Producing Various Shapes. Machining Centers.
Joining Processes. Oxyfuel Gas Welding. Thermit
Welding. Arc-Welding. Resistance Welding. Solid-State
Welding, Electron-Beam Welding. Laser Beam
Welding. The welded Joint. Introduction to Integrated
Manufacturing Systems. Manufacturing Systems.
Computer-Integrated-Manufacturing. Computer-
Aided-Design.
AMEM 203: Engineering Economy, ECTS: 5
Equipment and process selection, equipment replace-
ment, new product introduction, existing product
expansion, cost reduction. Time value of money: inter-
est, economic equivalence, interest formulas for single
cash flows. Evaluate business and engineering assets:
present worth analysis, rate of return analysis, internal
rate of return criterion. Depreciation: factors inherent to
asset depreciation, book depreciation methods. Project
cash flow analysis: classification of costs, incremental
cash flows, project cash flow statements. Project risk:
sensitivity analysis, break-even analysis, probability
concepts, probability distributions, decision trees dia-
grams. Capital budgeting decisions: equity financing,
dept financing, capital structure. Cost of capital, mini-
mum attractive rate of return, capital budgeting.
AMEM 208: Dynamics, ECTS: 5
Review of kinematics of particles: rectilinear motion,
dependent motions, angular motion, force and accel-
eration, work and energy, impulse and momentum,
impact. Dynamics of rigid bodies in 2D: angular veloc-
ity vector, absolute and relative velocity, acceleration in
plane motion. Dynamics of rigid bodies in 3D: Euler
angles, general plane motion, force and acceleration,
work and energy methods, impulse and momentum
methods. Fundamentals of vibration: spring,
mass/inertia/ and damping elements, degrees of free-
dom, analysis procedure, harmonic motion.
Laboratory work: simulation with the use of common
industrial packages such as Matlab. Experiments
include small component testing in the laboratory vali-
dated using numerical models.
AMEM 209: Strength of Materials with Lab, ECTS: 6
Stress-strain relationships in one and in three dimen-
sions. Expressions relating applied torque, shear
stress and twist. Longitudinal stresses in beams due to
bending. Analytical methods and Mohr’s circle to
determine principal stresses and maximum shear
stresses. Bending slope and deflection in statically
determinate beams. Maximum principal stress and the
maximum shear stress of a plate under tension, bend-
ing, shear and combined loading. Boundary conditions
on the buckling load and column stability. Material
behaviour under various loading conditions (repeated
loading and fatigue, creep and viscoelasticity and
impact loading). Mechanical strength of different mate-
rials through various mechanical tests (tension, shear,
torsion, bending, buckling, fatigue).
AMEM210: Mechanics of Deformable Solids,
ECTS: 5
Bending of Unsymmetric Beams. Shear Stresses in
Beams of Thin-Walled Open Cross Sections. Bending
slope and deflection in statically indeterminate beams.
Energy Methods. External Work and Internal Strain
Energy. Strain Energy in Torsion and Bending. Virtual
Work. Castiglianos’s Theorem. Elementary Plasticity.
Plastic Bending of Beams; Plastic Collapse of Beams.
Plastic Torsion of Shafts. Axial Plastic Collapse of Thin-
Walled Tubes. Finite Element Method. Principle of
Finite Element Method. Analysis of Uniaxial Bars.
Analysis of Frame Works. Analysis of Beam Elements.
Stiffness Matrix for a Triangular Element. Fracture
Mechanics. Linear-Elastic Fracture Mechanics. Strain
Energy Release Rate. Stress Intensity Factor. Modes of
Crack tip Deformation. Fracture Mechanics for Ductile
Materials.
AMEM 211: Instrumentation and Data Acquisition
Systems, ECTS: 5
Instrumentation principles. Elements in real measure-
ment systems. Measurement statistics: standard devi-
ation, curves of regression, accuracy, error analysis.
Sensors and transducers: Heat, strain, force, accelera-
tion, displacement, flow and rotational movement.
Load cells and lvdts. Signal conditioning: Signal ampli-
fication and filtering. Noise, grounding, differential sig-
nals. Computer based data acquisition systems.
Analog to digital converters: resolution, linearity, con-
version time, quantazation error. Sampling, aliasing,
Nyquist rate. Data acquisition hardware: computer
card characteristics: bus standards, maximum sam-
pling rate, resolution, single ended and differential
inputs, hardware timers/pacers, interrupts and DMA.
AMEM 308: Total Quality Management, ECTS: 5
Quality overview: historical review, dimensions of qual-
ity, total quality as management approach. Quality in
improvement (Kaizen, benchmarking, reengineering).
Human resource management for quality. Teamwork:
quality circles, problem-solving teams, management
teams, work teams. Quality management, evaluation
and assessment: ISO 9000, Malcolm Baldridge crite-
ria, Deming prize.
AMEM 309: Tribology I, ECTS: 5
Introduction to tribological phenomena, factors that
influence tribological phenomena and regimes of lubri-
cation. Surface geometry and topography, Surface
measurement and statistics. Contact pressure and
deformation, Temperature rise due to frictional heating.
Friction theories. Wear and wear theories, Design for
zero wear, Wear debris analysis. Ferrograph.
Introduction to Hydrodynamic lubrication: The
Reynolds equation. Journal bearing design: the mobil-
ity method. Theories of EHL. Mixed lubrication.
AMEM 310: Introduction to Composite Materials
ECTS: 5
Types of composite materials, Reinforcements, Matrix
Materials, interfaces, thermoplastic and thermoset
composites. Fibres and matrices. Reinforcements,
Carbon fibres, Glass fibres. Fibre strength. Fibre archi-
tecture, fibre packing arrangements, long fibres, unidi-
rectional and multidirectional laminates, short fibres,
fibre distributions. Matrices, Polymer matrices, Metal
matrices, Ceramic matrices. Fabrication of compos-
ites. Fabrication methods: Autoclave moulding,
Vacuum bug, Spray-up, Filament winding, Pultrusion,
Resin transfer moulding, Hand lay-up. Basic
Mechanics of composites. Micromechanics. Density.
Mechanical properties. Thermal properties.
Macromechanics. Elastic constants of an isotropic
material. Elastic constants of a lamina. Analysis of lam-
inated composites. Applications in Aircraft engineering
and space hardware, Wind turbines, Marine craft,
Surgery.
AMEM 315: Kinematics of Mechanisms, ECTS: 5
Mechanisms: slider crank, four bar linkage. Vector
mechanics and position analysis. Velocity analysis:
velocity diagrams, diagram construction methods rela-
tive velocity method, instant center method.
Acceleration analysis: acceleration diagrams, diagram
construction methods, normal and tangential accelera-
tion, relative acceleration. Gear trains: types of gears,
terminology, relationship of gears in mesh, gear trains,
planetary gear trains. Cams: kinematics, types of
cams/ followers, follower motion, cam design.
AMEM 316: Machine Elements I, ECTS: 6
General concepts on machine design such as stress
and strength, stress concentration, Static strength,
Plastic deformation. Theories of failure, Failure preven-
tion, Static and dynamic strength of machine elements,
Fatigue. Shafts, Shaft material and critical speeds,
Keys and Couplings. Bearings, Bearing types,
Lubrication and seals, Bearing load and life, Selection
of ball and cylindrical roller bearing. Screws, Fasteners
and Connections. Welded and Bonded Joints, Welding
symbols, Stresses in welding, Static and fatigue load-
ing, Specification set. Cams and Flywheels.
AMEM 317: Machine Elements II, ECTS: 6
General, Introduction to gears, Types of gears, Tooth
system, Contact ratio, Force analysis, Applications of
gear design and power transmission in mechanical
drives. Spur and Helical Gears. Bevel and Worm
Gears, Stresses and Strength. Mechanical Spring,
Stresses in helical springs, Deflection of helical
springs, Extension and Compression springs, Springs
material, Fatigue loading, Design of springs,
Miscellaneous springs. Clutches and Breaks, Brake
analysis, Band-type clutches and brakes, Energy con-
sideration, Temperature rise, Friction materials.
Competition of the design of a power transmission,
Flat belts, Roller chain, Wire rope, Flexible shaft.
AMEM323: Mechanical Vibrations and Machine
Dynamics, ECTS: 6
Mechanical Vibrations: Fundamentals of vibration,
Parts, degrees of freedom, classification, analysis pro-
cedure, spring/ mass/ inertia/ damping elements, har-
monic motion. Free vibration of single-degree-of-free-
dom systems (Formulation of equations of motion
using Newton’s second law of motion, D’Lambert’s
Principle, Harmonic motion, Energy methods.
Prediction of natural frequency for single-degree-of-
freedom systems, modelling the stiffness characteris-
tics, damping). Forced Vibration (Harmonic excitation,
General Forced response). Basic introduction to multi-
degree-of-freedom systems. Machine Dynamics:
Continuous systems. Longitudinal and torsional vibra-
tions. Vibration measurement and evaluation. Vibration
control, balancing of rotating masses, Balancing of
reciprocating engines, Whirling of rotating shafts.
AMEM 326: Automation and Control Systems
ECTS: 6
Control system: model, input and output, plant and
Description of Courses
process, open vs. closed loop system, transducers
vs. actuators. Modelling of systems: Lagrangian mod-
elling, Laplace transform, transfer function. Time
response: poles and zeros, natural frequency, damp-
ing ratio, parameter identification, simulation. Block
diagrams: cascade, parallel, feedback. Stability: test
of coefficients, Routh Test. Accuracy: steady state
errors, unity feedback systems, system types and
steady-state errors. The Root Locus: properties,
sketching, design for positive feedback systems.
Automation: EDM, PLC’s, Sensors and Simulation,
conveyors, part feeders, AGV's, AS/RS, human side of
Automation. Laboratory work includes modelling and
simulation of controlled systems using Matlab and
PLC programming.
AMEM 400: Design and Organization of
Production Systems , ECTS: 5
Design of Goods: product life cycle, QFD approach,
make-or-by decisions, group technology. Selection of
manufacturing process: project, job, batch, continu-
ous, product – process matrix. Capacity planning:
forecasting demand fluctuations, measuring capacity,
alternative capacity plans. Location selection: location
decision, evaluation of alternatives. Production layout:
fixed – position, process, cell, product, mixed; select-
ing a layout type; line balancing; relationship charts.
Labour planning: job classifications and work rules,
work schedules). Organisation of a production sys-
tem: job design, motivation theories, job expansion,
self – directed teams, ergonomics. Work measure-
ment: labour standards, time studies. Quality man-
agement: TQM, cause-and effect diagrams, SPC. Use
of commercial software for project management.
AMEM 402: Introduction to Robotics, ECTS: 5
Coordinate transformations: position and orientation
of 3-D objects, 3-D positional relationships, 3-D orien-
tational relationships, minimal descriptions of orienta-
tion, position and orientation transformations.
Manipulator kinematics: forward and inverse kinemat-
ics. Motion Kinematics: angular and translational
velocity kinematics, construction of the manipulator
Jacobian, Singularities of the manipulator Jacobian.
Manipulator Dynamics: static forces and moments,
Lagrangian dynamics. Trajectory generation.
Manipulator design.
AMEM 403: Operations Management, ECTS: 5
Project management:, Gantt Charts, PERT analysis,
CPM analysis. Use of commercial software to form
schedules, assign resources and estimate costs.
Forecasting, least square method. Supply chain man-
agement: make or buy, outsourcing, vertical
Integration, logistics, waiting-line models. Inventory
management, ABC analysis, EOQ model. Aggregate
planning: material requirement planning (MRP), mas-
ter production schedule (MPS), MRP structure, MRP
management (JIT), MRPII. Short-term scheduling,
assignment method, bottlenecks. JIT & lean produc-
tion systems. Decision tree diagrams.
AMEM 404: Mechanical Engineering Design
ECTS: 5
The position of the design process within the compa-
ny. The necessity for systematic design. Design meth-
ods. Systems theory. Assembly and component.
Functional interrelations. Systematic approach.
Working methodology. Process planning and design-
ing. Problem solving process. Methods for finding
and evaluating solutions. Methods for combining
solutions. Selection and evaluating methods. Product
planning and clarifying the task. General approach.
Product definition. Design specification. Conceptual
design. Abstracting to identify the essential problems.
Establishing function structures. Developing working
structures. Embodiment design. Basic rules and prin-
ciples. Guidelines for embodiment design. Modeling
and simulation (FEA). Materials selection and Design.
Materials processing and design. Detail design.
Design for quality and minimum cost. Failure mode
and effect analysis. Cost factors. Estimating costs.
Cost models. Manufacturing cost.
AMEM 405: Manufacturing Processes with the
aid of CAD/CAM Systems, ECTS: 6
CAD/CAM Systems in manufacturing. Optimization of
cutting processes. Principles of Computer Aided
Designing systems. CAD systems for designing
mechanical parts in 2D and 3D dimension.
Description of different CAD/CAM neutral files.
Importing and exporting CAD/CAM electronic neutral
files (IGES, STEM, DXF). Principles of CAM systems,
PostProcessor operation and typical examples.
Production processes using CAD/CAM systems and
CNC machine tools NC Code in the material removal
(milling, turning). Optimization of manufacturing
processes using flexible manufacturing systems,
Graphical modeling of milling and turning. Operation
and programming of CNC machine tools using manu-
al programming and CAM systems.
AMEM 406: Introduction to Finite Elements in
Engineering, ECTS: 5
Stiffness matrix for spring element. FE equations
assembly of stiffness matrices. Bar and beam ele-
ments. Linear static analysis. Transformation of coor-
dinate systems; Element stress. Beam elements.
Frame Analysis. Using Analysis Software (FE). Two-
dimensional Problems. Stiffness matrices for 2-D
Problems: T3, T6, Q4 and Q8 Elements. Plate, shell
and solid Elements. Using COSMOS software. Solids
of revolution. Axisymmetric Elements. Symmetry in
finite element analysis. Nature of FEA Solutions; Error,
convergence and adaptivity. Substructures (superele-
ments) in FEA; Equation solving.
AMEM 407: Introduction to Boundary Elements in
Engineering, ECTS: 5
Boundary Element Formulation of Laplace's Equation;
weak formulation of the differential equation; transfor-
mation on the boundary; fundamental solution as
weighting function; boundary integral equation of the
2-D problem; preparative example for the limit
process; calculation of the limit; discretisation of the
boundary. Collocation method; numerical and analyt-
ical solution; Boundary Element Formulation of
Poisson's equation; calculation of domain integrals;
calculation of the unknown boundary variables.
AMEM 408: Tribology II, ECTS: 5
Simple contact mechanics including: The contact of
rough and smooth surfaces. Surface topography.
Solid / solid friction. Flash temperature. Tribological
phenomena. Lubricant film generation including:
Liquid viscosity and its measurement, Characteristics
and specification. Derivation and approximation to
Reynolds’ equation. Regimes of lubrication includ-
ing: Hydrodynamic lubrication, Elastohydrodynamic
lubrication, Mixed and boundary lubrication. Practical
application of these types of lubrication; plain bear-
ings, rolling element bearings, gears, additives.
Nature and properties of rubbing materials including:
Mechanical properties and composition of machine
components. Lubricant and grease composition.
Lubricant specification. Types of mechanisms of tribo-
logical damage including: Wear, Scuffing, Rolling con-
tact fatigue. Performance charts. Monitoring the
health of lubricated systems.
AMEM 409: Mechatronics, ECTS: 5
Electromechanical system representation and per-
formance. Digital processing and control functions.
Digital circuits. Microprocessor, microcomputer,
microcontroller. Architecture and principles of opera-
tion of a microcontroller. The concepts of assembly
language programming. Basics of higher-level pro-
gramming languages such as C. Microcontroller pro-
gramming and interfacing. Design of a microcon-
troller-based system. Mechatronics systems – control
architectures and case studies. Laboratory work
includes advanced programming of a PLC and inter-
facing microcontrollers and input, output devices.
AMEM 410: Nanotechnology, ECTS: 5
Basic concepts of nanotechnology. Nanostructures,
Micro/nanofabrication, and Micro/nanodevices.
Nanomaterials synthesis and applications. Carbon
nanotubes, nanowires. Micro/nanotribology and
materials characterization. Friction and wear on the
atomic scale. Nanoscale. Mechanical properties.
Nanomechanical properties of solid surfaces and thin
films. Mechanical properties of nanostructures.
Molecularly thick films for lubrication. Nanotribology of
ultrathin and hard amorphous carbon films. Industrial
applications and microdevice reliability. Micro/nanotri-
bology of MEMS/NEMS materials and devices.
Mechanical properties of micromachined structures.
AMEM 411: Advanced Manufacturing Processes,
ECTS: 5
Automation of Manufacturing Processes, Computer
Integrated Manufacturing, Manufacturing Systems,
Computer Aided Design and Engineering, Computer
Aided Manufacturing, Computer Aided Process
Planning, Computer Simulation of Manufacturing
Processes and Systems. Nontraditional manufactur-
ing processes. Processing of powder metals, ceram-
ics, glass, and superconductors, Production of Metal
Powders, Compaction of Metal Powders, Sintering.
Rapid prototyping, Subtractive Processes, Additive
Processes, Virtual Prototyping, Applications.
Advanced Machining Processes and Nanofabrication,
Chemical Machining, Electrochemical Machining,
Electrochemical Grinding, Electrical-Discharge
Machining, Wire EDM, Laser-Beam Machining, Laser
applications in manufacturing, Electron-Beam
Machining and Plasma-Arc Cutting, Water-Jet
Machining. Abrasive-Jet Machining, Nanofabrication,
Micromachining. Mechanical Surface Treatment and
Coating.
AMEM 412: Machine Elements III, ECTS: 5
Modeling of Machine Element Systems: mechanical
and non mechanical (hydraulic, pneumatic, electric).
Modeling of systems. Catalogues. Mechanisms: pla-
nar, spatial, cransklider, four bar linkage.
Manipulators: planar, SCARA, RPP, RRP, welding
robots, painting robots. Vibrations: crank operation,
forces and moments of inertia, vibrations, balancing of
rotating masses, balancing of reciprocating engines,
whirling of rotating shafts. Diagnostics and predictive
maintenance. Control: open loop control, closed loop
control, sensors, actuators, microcontrollers.
Laboratory work includes designing systems and
selecting motors using Danaher Motion, analyzing
mechanisms and manipulators using SPACAR soft-
ware and PLC programming.
AMET 200: Project, ECTS: 5
This course gives students the opportunity to apply
their engineering knowledge in order to solve a real
engineering problem. Projects may be individual or
group projects. In case of group projects each stu-
dent is assigned specific tasks. Each student has a
project advisor with whom he meets at least once a
week to discuss project progress and future work.
Each student is responsible for presenting a final
report that will include a detailed mathematical back-
ground of the problem, justify design decisions taken,
include working drawings, specifications, calculations
and cost assessment where applicable. The student
is also responsible to present his work and answer
questions orally.
AMET 400: Senior Project, ECTS: 8
This course gives students the opportunity to apply
his knowledge of engineering and design to a real
engineering situation. The student will be responsible
for a specific task from start to end. Projects may be
theoretical, experimental or design projects. In case of
group projects each student is assigned specific
tasks. Each student has a project advisor with whom
he meets at least once a week to discuss progress
and future work. Each student is responsible for
preparing and presenting a final report and answer
questions orally. The report will include detailed math-
ematical background of the problem, drawings, spec-
ifications, calculations and cost assessment where
applicable.
AMEW 101: Mechanical Workshop, ECTS: 2
Safety precautions in Mechanical Workshop.
Engineering measurements. Linear, angular and form
measurements. Measuring instruments: Vernier
Caliper, Micrometer, Protractors, Dial indicator.
Dimensional tolerances. Surface texture and proper-
ties. Lathes and turning processes. Main features and
controls of lathes. Lathe structure, Cutting tools. Basic
cutting parameters. Milling machines and milling
operations. Main features and controls of milling
machines. Horizontal and vertical milling machines.
Milling machine structure. Basic milling parameters.
Gear cutting. Typical welding processes. Arc and gas
welding using various welding parameters. Permanent
stress and strain in welding structures.
ACES 103: Statics, ECTS: 5
Condition for the equilibrium of a particle. The free
body diagram, Coplanar force systems. Force sys-
tems resultants. Moment of a force – scalar formula-
tion. Equivalent system. Resultants of a force and cou-
ple system. Equilibrium of a rigid body. Conditions for
rigid - body equilibrium. Equilibrium in two dimen-
sions. Free body diagrams. Equations of equilibrium.
Two and three force members. Structural analysis.
Simple trusses. The method of joints. Zero – force
members. The method of sections. Frames and
machines. Internal forces. Shear forces and bending
moment equations and diagrams. Relations between
distributed load, shear, moment. Center of gravity and
centroid. Center of gravity. Moments of inertia.
Definition of moments of inertia for areas. Parallel –
axis theorem for an area. Moments of inertia for an
area by integration. Moments of inertia for composite
areas.
AUTO 101: Vehicles Technology, ECTS: 5
Role of vehicles in transportation. Role of vehicles in
environment: air pollution, noise, energy consump-
pension system, braking system, tires, steering. Safety
Features: crashworthiness, anti-lock braking system,
adaptive cruise control, active suspension system,
traction control, electronic stability system, pre-crash.
Laboratory work includes the description of vehicle
components using the cut away models.
AUTO 105: Training in Automotive Service Station
ECTS: 2
Check list for serving a Car: Points for inspection and
parts to be replaced, intervals for next service/inspec-
tion and connecting a diagnostic unit on the vehicle.
Communication with other engineers and inspection
for probable faults and warranty recalls. Specification
of parts to be used checking for oil grade and quality,
spark plug gap, Coolant additives, etc. Record keep-
ing, filling in vehicle record history and updating cus-
tomer records.
AUTO 108: Vehicle Electrical and Electronic
Principles, ECTS: 5
Basic electrical quantities and units. Simple d.c. cir-
cuits, Ohm’s Law, Kirchoff’s Law, superposition theo-
rem, mesh and nodal analysis. Alternating voltages
and currents, sinusoidal signals, frequency, amplitude,
period. Types of capacitors, capacitance, charging
and discharging of capacitors. Types of inductors,
energy stored in inductive circuits. P-N junction, the
junction diode, rectifiers, regulators and the Zener
diode. Bipolar junction transistor, input/output charac-
teristics, circuit configurations, and biasing. Transistor
applications, switching and amplifiers. Digital
Electronics. Number systems: binary, octal and hexa-
decimal numbers. Binary addition, subtraction and
signed numbers. Character and numeric codes.
Digital circuits: logic functions, gates and truth tables.
Boolean algebra. Analysis and design of combination-
al logic circuits.
AUTO 109: Automotive Workshop, ECTS: 2
Engineering measurements. Importance of measure-
ments in engineering design and manufacturing.
Measurement of linear dimensions. Measurement of
angular dimensions. Comparative length-measuring
instruments. Dial indicator. Dimensional tolerances.
Surface texture and properties. Internal combustion
engines: cooling system, lubrication, electronic fuel
and ignition system. Assembly and disassembly of an
ICE. Measurement of compression ratio, pressure,
cubic capacity, valve seating, camshaft and crankshaft
wear etc. Introduction to diagnostic units. Emission
measurement and analysis from petrol and diesel
engines.
AUTO 203: Vehicle Electric and Electronic
Systems, ECTS: 6
Vehicle Wiring: Production issues, DIN regulations on
wiring diagrams, test Equipment and multiplex Wiring
systems. Instrumentation and Display systems.
Charging and Starting systems and batteries: Layout
and function of AC generator, current rectification and
regulating, layout and function of starting system with
solenoid and sliding rotor and, starting motors with
permanent magnetic, with magnetic coils and manu-
facture and capacity of batteries. Signals, Wipers and
Lighting. Safety Systems, Body Electrics and Control:
ABS systems, SRS systems, Traction control systems,
electric Windows/mirrors, air conditioning, sound sys-
tem, Alarm system and Information systems
(Operation and design). Future Trends in electronics:
Higher power demands, increase in loads and proba-
ble advances.
AUTO 205: Introduction to Vehicle Systems,
ECTS: 7
Longitudinal Vehicle Dynamics: longitudinal tire forces,
axle loads, power and traction limited acceleration,
braking forces, split braking, wheel lock up, ABS, per-
formance, modeling and simulation. Vehicle Power
Units: Otto and Diesel Motors, hydrogen motors, elec-
trical motors, power curves. Transmission Systems:
manual, automatic, CVT. Energy Resources and
Environmental Impact: 3-liter car, weight considera-
tions, aerodynamic resistance, rolling resistance, pol-
lution, pollution reduction measures, policy, noise,
noise reduction measures. Laboratory work includes
sound level measurements, performing field tests
using the lab car and measuring the longitudinal accel-
eration, deceleration, braking distance.
AUTO 206: Electronic Management Systems,
ECTS: 6
Introduction to the Vehicle electronic engine control:
Emissions and Fuel economy, engine Mapping, effect
of various control features on performance. Electronic
control Strategy of Fuel System: Catalytic Converters
and Oxygen sensor, frequency and deviation of the
fuel controller and open and close loop control.
Electronic control Strategy of Ignition System:
Electronic, mechanical and transistorized ignition (Hall
ing control sensors and actuators operation.
AUTO 210: Technology and Business, ECTS: 5
Business Management: Managerial functions, roles and
skills. Organisational structure and design. Individual
and group decision making. Employee motivation
(process & content theories). Group and team behav-
iour. Managing individual differences and team dynam-
ics. Engineering Economic Decisions: Evolution of large
engineering projects: idea generation, design, safety,
cost, market demand, business risk. Classification of
Engineering Cost Elements, Average Unit Cost. Cost
concepts relevant to Decision Making (Make of Buy
Decision, Differential Cost, Break – even Volume analy-
sis). Marginal Costing (Profit maximisation problems).
Technology Management: Technology Assessment.
Tools for Analyzing Organizational Impacts of New
Technology/ Forecasting and Planning Technology.
Statistical thinking and process evaluation.
AUTO 302: Vehicle Internal Combustion Engines,
ECTS: 5
Four stroke cycle: SI engines and CI engines, Two
stroke cycle: Theory and operation. Criteria of perform-
ance: performance parameters, speed, fuel consump-
tion, air consumption, exhaust emissions, brake horse-
power, friction horsepower. Engine output and efficien-
cy, indicated horsepower. Performance characteristics:
speed, fuel consumption, efficiency, brake horsepow-
er, performance maps. Factors influencing perform-
ance: size of cylinder, speed, load, ignition timing,
compression ratio, air-fuel ratio, fuel injection, engine
cooling, supercharging. Real cycles and the air stan-
dard cycle: air standard cycles, fuel-air cycles, actual
cycles and their losses. Properties of fuels for IC
engines: fuels for SI engines, knock rating of SI
engines, Octane number requirement, Diesel fuels.
Alternative forms of IC engines: the Wankel rotary com-
bustion engine, the variable compression ratio engine.
Developments in IC engines: fuel injection, supercharg-
ing.
AUTO 303: Vehicle Dynamics & Control I, ECTS: 6
Ride Vehicle Dynamics: vertical tire forces, coil springs,
leaf springs, shock absorbers, stabilizer, independent
front and rear suspension system, ride comfort,
lumped parameter modeling, eigenfrequencies, eigen-
modes, stability, resonance, quarter car model with two
and four dofs, half car model, heave and pitch motion,
frequency response, time response. Active Suspension
Systems: open loop, closed loop, sensors, actuators,
solenoid valves, microprocessor, microcontroller, pro-
gramming microcontroller, first order system, second
order system, overshooting, rise time, settling time,
PID, tuning, state space, optimal control, skyhook
damping. Laboratory work includes performing field
tests using the lab car, measuring the vertical acceler-
ation and identifying vehicle parameters.
AUTO 307: Automotive Design Project, ECTS: 5
This course give students the opportunity to apply their
engineering knowledge in order to solve a real engineer-
ing problem. Projects may be individual or group proj-
ects. In case of group projects each student is assigned
specific tasks. Each student has a project advisor with
whom he meets at least once a week to discuss project
progress and future work. Each student is responsible
for presenting a final report that will include a detailed
mathematical background of the problem, justify design
decisions taken, include working drawings, specifica-
tions, calculations and cost assessment where applica-
ble. The student is also responsible to present his work
and answer questions orally.
AUTO 400: Ground Vehicle Aerodynamics, ECTS: 5
Aerodynamic forces and terms; similarity and drag/lift
coefficients; potential flow, streamlines and stream-
function, vorticity, circulation and lift. Flow around thin
airfoils. Boundary layers, skin friction drag, pressure
drag and flow separation. Combining boundary layer
and potential flow theories. Introduction to compressi-
ble aerodynamics; speed of sound, Mach number and
isentropic variations of thermodynamic properties.
Aerodynamics and vehicle performance; aerodynam-
ics of the complete vehicle.
AUTO 401: Vehicle Internal Combustion Engines
Design, ECTS: 5
Induction and Exhaust process: Dynamics behaviour
of Valve gear and effects of valve timing. Manifold
design. Requirement and properties of cooling agent
and design and calculation of cooling system ele-
ments. Design and calculation of lubricating system
elements. Mechanical Design considerations: Cylinder
block and Head materials, piston and rings and con-
necting rods, crankshaft, camshaft and Valves. Engine
Modelling: Burn rate, induction and Exhaust process,
engine Friction with case studies and applications.
Experimental Facilities like dynamometers, fuel con-
sumption measurement, air flow rate, temperature and
Ackermann geometry, steady state cornering- low
speed, steady state cornering high–speed, side slip,
critical velocity, lateral acceleration gain, neutral steer,
understeer, oversteer, yaw velocity – rate gain, tran-
sient response, equations of motion, stability, tire as a
damper, obstacle avoidance, wind force. Vehicle
Control Systems: accident avoidance systems: elec-
tronic stability system, advanced steering control, driv-
er assistance systems, adaptive cruise control, auto-
mated lane keeping. Future Developments: clutch, dif-
ferential, braking system, gearbox, steering system,
road wheel, air conditioning systems, safety systems.
Laboratory work includes performing field tests using
the lab car, measuring the lateral acceleration, identi-
fying Ackermann steering geometry.
AUTO 403: Vehicle Structures, ECTS: 6
Vehicle body structures, body engineering. Linear
elasticity: three dimensional stress and strain analysis
using rectangular co-ordinates. Equilibrium, compati-
bility and stress-strain relations. Vehicle body materi-
als: Metallic beams of prismatic and circular sections
under load, orthotropic and anisotropic materials
stress and flexural analysis, circular, rectangular, cor-
rugated plates under load. Plasticity: plastic failure,
crack propagation, long life and short life fatigue.
Vehicle overall structural design: loading cases, shear
panel method, Bredt-Batho theory, Finite Element
Analysis, stress concentration. Laboratory work
includes road tanker simulation under ADR loads
using COSMOS, ANSYS and LS_DYNA and plotting of
force – deflection curves using the mechanical press.
AUTO 404: Vehicle Crashworthiness, ECTS: 6
Frontal, side, rear and rollover accident. Legislations
and directives. Equations of motion, accident investi-
gation and reconstruction. Design Practices: Lumped
Mass-Spring System (LMS) and FE-based. Energy
management by energy absorbing mechanisms.
Energy Absorbing Systems: rings and beams.
Circular, square and tapered members, inversion
tubes and composite tubes. Vehicle and Occupant
Analysis: Restraint and airbag systems. Description of
head, neck and chest criteria. Impact biomechanics
and Injury mechanisms. Human tolerance to impact.
Lumped Mass-Spring Systems and FE based sys-
tems. Dummies and their modelling. Real human body
modelling. Multi-body models versus FE models.
Laboratory work includes beam member simulation
under axial and bending loads using COSMOS,
ANSYS and LS_DYNA and plotting force – deflection
curves using the mechanical press.
AUTO 405: Vehicle Engineering Design, ECTS: 5
Engineering Design: Energy, material and signal trans-
formation. Functional, working, conceptual and sys-
tem interrelationship. Logical, physical and construc-
tive operations. Systematic Approach: problem solv-
ing, abstracting to identify functions, solution princi-
ples, estimation and evaluation. Design Process:
Requirements definition, Conceptual Design,
Embodiment Design, Detail Design. Embodiment
Design: Basic rules, principles and guidelines. Design
Analysis and Optimization Methods: Finite Element
Analysis, Parameter Optimization Methods. Laboratory
work includes the minimization of the weight of a bus
frame structure using the Optimization Toolbox.
AUTO 406: Major Project, ECTS: 8
This course gives students the opportunity to apply
knowledge of engineering and design to a real engi-
neering situation. The student should learn to appreci-
ate the problems and steps involved in such a design
since will be responsible for a specific task from start
to end. Projects may be theoretical, experimental or
design projects. In case of group projects each stu-
dent is assigned specific tasks. Each student has a
project advisor with meets at least once a week to dis-
cuss project progress and future work. Each student is
responsible for presenting a final report that will
include a detailed mathematical background of the
problem, justify design decisions taken, include work-
ing drawings, specifications, calculations and cost
assessment where applicable. The student is also
responsible to present his work and answer questions
orally.
Department of
Civil Engineering
Chairperson
Papadopoulos Panicos

Vice-chairperson
Michaelides George (Acting)

Associate Professors
Papadopoulos Panicos

Assistant Professors
Anastasiou Christos
Christou Petros
Lees Andrew
Michaelides George

Lecturers
Konstantinou Panayiota
Michael Antonis
Nikolaides Dimitris
Onisiphorou Christakis
Parpottas Yiannis
Perdikou Skevi

Visiting Teaching Staff

Demosthenous Miltos - Professor

Special Teaching Staff

Markou George
Mountis George
Petrova Nenovska Lydiia
Themistokleous Kyriakos
Zinonos Zinonas
Civil Engineering
4 Years, Bachelor of Science, European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System, ECTS

Aims and Objectives of the Program:

The aim of the Program is to prepare students professionally as Civil Engineers for employment in the private and public sectors of industry and
provide the academic background to fullfil the obligations of the Civil Engineer in a highly diversified environment.

- To acquire the knowledge and skills for employment in the private and public sectors of the economy and building industry, as professional Civil
Engineers.
- To provide an integrated academic background in order to adopt to technological advancement .
- To provide the scientific background for futher studies or research.
- To gain knowledge of scientific concepts and engineering laws and develop an ability to interpret and evaluate engineering problems.
- To reinforce understanding of theory through laboratory experience and design projects.
- To develop an ability to reason analytically and abstractly.
- To introduce students in the practical engineering environment

Laboratories

Within the Civil Engineering Department the following five laboratories operate:

- Civil Engineering Laboratory

- Mechanical Engineering Laboratory II
- CAD/CAM Systems and CNC Machine Tools Laboratory
- Air Pollution Laboratory
- Physics Laboratory

In addition, for the Program of Study needs, there is also access to Chemistry, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering,
Power and Control Systems laboratories, as well as to the Drawing Room. All laboratories and Drawing Room are fully equipped to fulfill the goals
of the Program.

Professional Eligibility

The Program graduates are eligible to register to the Technical Chamber of Cyprus.
The Program requires the completion of 240 ECTS credits and
comprises of required courses, technical electives, free electives
and general electives as specified below:
ECTS
Required Courses 211
Technical Electives 10
Free Electives 15
General Electives 4
TOTAL 240

Required Courses ECTS Hours Drawing

Mathematics ACED 100 Construction Drawing & Detailing I 6 3+2*
AMAT 111 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I 5 3 ACED 200 Computer Aided Design (Civil Engineering) 6 3+2*
AMAT 122 Calculus and Analytic Geometry II 5 3 Programming
AMAT 204 Differential Equations 5 3 ACSC 104 Programming for Engineers 5 3+1*
AMAT 223 Calculus III 5 3 ACES 403 Computer Methods in Civil Engineering 6 3+2*
AMAT 181 Linear Algebra with MATLAB 5 3 General Civil Engineering
AMAT 300 Probability and Statistics 5 3 ACES 100 Introduction to Civil Engineering 2 1
AMAT 314 Numerical Methods 5 3 ACEH 318 Environmental Engineering 5 3
Physics ACET 314 Transportation Engineering 5 3
APHY 111 Mechanics, Heat & Waves With Laboratory 5 2+1* ACET 406 Highway Engineering 5 3
APHY 112 Electromagnetism and Optics with Laboratory 5 2+1* Project Work
Mechanics and Structural Engineering ACEP400 Senior Project 8 1+1*
ACES 103 Statics 5 3
ACES 212 Structural Analysis 6 3 Technical Electives ECTS Hours
ACES 322 Indeterminate Structures 6 3 ACES 480 Prestressed Concrete 5 3
ACES 410 Advanced Structural Analysis 5 3 ACES 490 Bridge Engineering 5 3
ACES 401 Concrete Structures Design 5 3 ACEH 418 Environmental Engineering II 5 3
ACES 402 Steel Structures Design 5 3 ACET 450 Remote Sensing and Image Interpretation 5 2+1*
ACES 471 Earthquake Engineering Design 5 3 AARC 301 Environment and Services I 5 3
Dynamics ACEC 405 Estimating 5 3
AMEM 208 Dynamics 5+1* 3+1* ACES 451 Structural Dynamics II 5 3
ACES 450 Structural Dynamics I 5 3 ACEC 436 Construction Inspection 5 3
Soil Mechanics and Foundations
ACEG 209 Geology I 5 3 Free Electives
ACEG 210 Soil Mechanics I with Laboratory 6 3+1* Free Elective is a course offered by other Departments of the University for
ACEG 220 Soil Mechanics II with Laboratory 6 3+1* which a student is qualified to register.
ACEG 434 Foundation Design 5 3
Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics General Electives
ACEH 315 Fluid Mechanics with Laboratory 6 3+1* Students should choose one course from group A and one course
ACEH 430 Hydraulics 6 3+1* from group B.
Land Surveying ECTS Hours
ACET 108 Surveying I 6 3+1* Group A - Cyprus Studies
ACET 208 Surveying II 5 3 AECH111 Cyprus in the 20th Century 2 2
Construction Management AECH101 Introduction to the History of Cyprus 2 2
ACEC 220 Measurement and Costing of Works 5 3
ACEC 316 Construction Management 5 3 Group B - Greek Language and Literature
ACEC 438 Engineering Contracts and Specifications 5 3 AEGL111 Modern Greek Literature 2 2
Materials AEGL101 Introduction to Greek Language 2 2
ACEM 116 Construction Materials I with Laboratory 6 3+1*
ACEM 216 Construction Materials II 5 3 *Laboratory Hours
Description of Courses
ACES103: Statics - ECTS: 5
Upon completion of the subject students will be able
to understand the basic concepts and methods for
the analysis and composition of forces, of particle
equilibrium, summation of forces and moments, load-
ing configurations, the importance of the Free Body
Diagram, how to handle distributed loads, beam equi-
librium, joint equilibrium. Apply and use the principles
of mechanics to the equilibrium of particles and
beams, trusses, mechanisms, concepts of centroids
and second moments of areas to the determination of
properties of sections. Analyze trusses and mecha-
nisms, and determine shear-force and bending-
moment equations for simple beam configurations.
Evaluate different methods of analysis. Create struc-
tural models of real structures.
ACES 212: Structural Analysis - ECTS: 6
Upon completion of the subject students will be able
to understand the concepts of shear force, bending
moment, slope and deflection, and their use in struc-
tural design. Apply these concepts & use consistent
sign conventions in order to calculate, sketch, and
write equations to describe the distributions of shear-
force and bending-moment diagrams and draw bend-
ing moment and shear force diagrams. Analyze
beams in order to calculate longitudinal stresses and
shear stresses due to bending moment and shear
force, locate points of maximum stress and calculate
slopes and deflection equations giving due regard to
boundary conditions. Evaluate different methods of
determining shear –force and bending-moment equa-
tions as well as geometric and virtual work methods to
calculate beam deformations from applied loads.
Create basic beam and column designs.
ACES322: Indeterminate Structures - ECTS: 6
Upon completion of the subject students will be able
to: a) Differentiate between statically determinate and
indeterminate stable and unstable structures. b)
Understand the principle of superposition for linearly
elastic structures and its importance.
Apply the concepts of flexibility and stiffness, the
force-method, the moment-distribution, and virtual
work methods of analyzing statically indeterminate lin-
early elastic structures. Analyze beams, frames and
trusses using the force method the moment distribu-
tion method and virtual work. Evaluate and compare
different methods of analysis of indeterminate struc-
tures. Develop the methods in matrix form and create
small computer algorithms for their implementation.
ACES410: Advanced Structural Analysis - ECTS: 5
Upon completion of the subject students will be able
to understand the concepts of stiffness-related distri-
bution of moment and develop the formation of stiff-
ness equations including the use of matrix notation
and matrix algebra to systemize the computations of
the stiffness method. Apply stiffness principles in the
formulation and development of the stiffness matrix of
a real structure. Analyze structures using the stiffness
method for the determination of displacements and
stresses. Evaluate the use of the stiffness method for
the analysis of structural systems.Create stiffness and
finite element models for simple linearly elastic frame
structures.
ACES401: Concrete Structures Design - ECTS: 5
Upon completion of the subject students will be able to
understand the principles and concepts of modern
design codes appropriate for different applications of
reinforced concrete and relate analysis and design
stages. Apply & use code provisions in the determina-
tion of loads on structures and the application of appro-
priate load factors in the analysis of structures, as well
as design code provisions with respect to serviceability
and ultimate limit states. Analyze and design beams for
bending, shear and deflection, one-way and two-way
slabs, columns and footings. Evaluate the analysis and
design cycle. Create complete design drawings for
simple beams, slabs, columns and footings.
ACES402: Steel Structures Design - ECTS: 5
Upon completion of the subject students will be able
to understand the principles and concepts of modern
design codes appropriate for different applications of
steel and relate analysis and design stages.
Distinguish between working stress and LRFD. Apply
& use code provisions in the determination of loads on
structures and the application of appropriate load fac-
tors in the analysis of structures, as well as design
code provisions with respect to serviceability and ulti-
mate limit states. Analyze and design beams,
columns, and connections. Evaluate the analysis and
design cycle. Create complete design drawings for
simple beams, columns and connections.
ACES471: Earthquake Engineering Design -
ECTS: 5
Upon completion of the subject students will be able
to understand the principles and concepts of modern
design codes with respect to the dynamic behavior
and seismic design of structures. Apply seismic
design concepts in the conceptual design of struc-
tures and decide on geometrical configurations of
buildings. Analyze design spectra, and corresponding
dynamic behavior of buildings and other structures
Evaluate different design philosophies with respect to
earthquake resistance. Create design-drawings and
details of earthquake resistant members.
ACES450: Structural Dynamics I - ECTS: 5
Upon completion of the subject students will be able
to understand basic dynamic terms and concepts of
the dynamic behavior of systems. Apply structural
dynamics in the determination of the response of sim-
ple single-degree of freedom systems to dynamic
loading. Analyze response spectra diagrams.
Evaluate mode shapes for simple two-dimensional
frames simple harmonic motion of a basic frame
structure. Create dynamic analysis results for a two
dimensional shear building, and algorithms for the
matrix formulation of structural dynamics.
ACEG209: Geology I - ECTS: 5
Upon completion of the subject students will be able
to identify minerals and rocks, igneous, sedimentary,
metamorphic rocks, earth surface processes, geolog-
ical hazards, groundwater, plate tectonics and earth-
quakes and understand Cyprus ground formations
and soils and main Cyprus geological hazards. Apply
standard methods of rock, soil and soil-processes
description. Analyze relevance of Geology to Civil
Engineering. Evaluate methods and stages of site
investigations. Create a field-trip-report describing
rock and soil formations in Cyprus.
ACEG210:Soil Mechanics I with Laboratory
ECTS:6
Upon completion of the subject students will be able
to describe methods of visual soil description, meth-
ods of site improvement and their suitability for differ-
ent soils and situations and understand the physical
nature of soil, measurement and interpretation of
index properties, and concept of effective stress.
Apply soil mechanics concepts and laboratory tech-
niques in the determination of in-situ stress and
stress change due to surface load, one-dimensional
compression calculations, maximum dry density/ opti-
mum moisture content. Analyze geotechnical prob-
lems by appropriately categorizing into soil-mechan-
ics formulations. Evaluate the techniques of site
improvement in different situations and the impor-
tance of site controls. Create flownet and associated
seepage and pore pressure calculations, oedometer
test and associated in-situ stress/stress change/set-
tlement calculations, laboratory determination of MDD
and OMC.
ACEG220:Soil Mechanics II with Laboratory
ECTS:6
Upon completion of the subject students will be able
to describe laboratory and in-situ methods of deter-
mining soil strength, foundation types, retaining wall
types and understand parameters of soil strength
(Mohr-Coulomb failure criterion, apparent cohesion,
drained/undrained strengths, volume changes, critical
state concept). Apply soil mechanics concepts and
laboratory techniques in the determination of shear-
box determination of friction angle of sand, triaxial
determination of shear strength of sand and a clay
(undrained with measurement of pp), Analyze geot-
echnical problems by appropriately categorizing into
soil-mechanics formulations (embedded cantilever
retaining wall design, shallow foundation design).
Evaluate the accuracy, precision and suitability of soil
strength measurement methods in different soils, situ-
ations and applications suitability of gravity/RC can-
tilever/embedded cantilever retaining walls and
pad/strip/raft and deep foundations on different soils
and for different applications. Create foundation and
retaining wall designs calculations and drawings.
ACEG434: Foundation Design - ECTS: 5
Upon completion of the subject students will be able
to identify methods of site investigation, foundation
and retaining wall types and understand the geotech-
nical design process from site investigation, interpre-
tation, design and monitoring. Apply design tech-
niques for shallow foundations with complex loads,
RC cantilever and gravity retaining walls. Analyze site
investigation data for the selection of appropriate
shallow and deep foundation types or retaining wall
types and calculation of factors of safety on stability
for complex cases. Evaluate degree of certainty and
hence degree of conservatism, need for further inves-
tigation, need for monitoring. Create design calcula-
tions for shallow foundation with complex loads and
soil conditions, RC cantilever and gravity retaining
wall.
ACEH315: Fluid Mechanics with Laboratory
ECTS: 6
Upon completion of the subject students will be able
to identify Properties of fluids and understand con-
cepts and principles of Fluid statics and fluid-motion,
continuity equation, Bernouli equation Momentum
equation. Apply fluid mechanics basic principles and
laboratory techniques in the determination of fluid
parameters and effects. Analyze forces on sub-
merged surfaces and become familiar with the princi-
ples involved in fluid motion such as continuity and
momentum for providing solutions to fluid problems.
Evaluate various case studies. Create preliminary
hydraulic designs.
ACEH430: Hydraulics - ECTS: 6
Upon completion of the subject students will be able
to identify basic hydraulic principles and understand
laminar and turbulent flow in pipes, Dimensional
analysis, Open-channel flow. Apply hydraulic princi-
ples to solve civil engineering problems and use
dimensional analysis, to simulate engineering prob-
lems. Analyze pipe flow, laminar and turbulent flow in
pipes. Evaluate water distribution systems. Create
hydraulic designs.
ACET108: Surveying 1 - ECTS: 6
Upon completion of the subject students will be able
to identify branches of surveying – general principles
of surveying –types of surveys-importance of survey-
ing-survey of Cyprus – scales of maps and plans
andunderstand measurement concepts and methods
for distance measurements, principles of GPS, and
angular measurements. Apply measurement and lev-
eling principles in the surveying and mapping of
areas, the determination of sections and for creating
contours. Analyze practical results found from a series
of practical exercices related with the use of leveling,
optical square, theodolite. Evaluate experimental
results obtained from GPS measurements and level-
ing exercises. Create plans of topographical survey
for engineering development; plans, designs for set-
ting out engineering works
ACET208: Surveying II - ECTS: 5
Upon completion of the subject students will be able
to identify instruments for angular measurements
“Theodolite” and understand the concepts and princi-
ples for the determination of areas and volumes for
several civil engineering projects, Setting out a vertical
curve, Tacheometry, Traverse Surveys and
Computations, Basic geodesy, the theory of the GPS
satellite system and the use of the system for survey-
ing and setting out purposes and GIS, Satellite
Remote Sensing and Photogrammetry principles.
Apply using areas and volumes principles for deter-
mining earthworks in several civil engineering projects
and using Mass Haul Diagrams for determining costs
in earthworks. Analyze practical results found from a
series of practical exercices related with the use of
total station for closed traverses. Experimental results
obtained from total station measurements, laser level
measurements -case studies from the use of GIS and
satellite remote sensing for several civil engineering
projects.Plan photogrammetric flight missions, deter-
mine flight plan for mapping purposes.
ACEC220: Measurement & Costing of Works -
ECTS: 5
Upon completion of the subject students will be able
to identify methods of measurement and understand
the general principles of measurement. Apply meas-
urement procedures and mensuration applications.
Analyze different measurement methods. Evaluate the
advantages and disadvantages of different measure-
ment methods. Create measurements for Groundwork
and Foundations, Brick and Block Walling Fires,
Flues, Vents and Stone Walling, Floors and Partitions
,Pitched and Flat Roofs, Internal Finishes, Windows,
Doors, Staircases and Fittings, Bill Preparation and
Production
ACEC316: Construction Management - ECTS: 5
Upon completion of the subject students will be able
to identify critical path networks and resource alloca-
tion; quality assurance, health and safety and codes
of practice and understand aspects of civil engineer-
ing management. Apply knowledge of the above top-
involving manipulation and interpretation of data;
mathematical skills; project, time and resource man-
agement.
ACEC438: Engineering Contracts and
Specifications - ECTS: 5
Upon completion of the subject students will be able to
understand the legal aspects of engineering and iden-
tify the elements of a valid contract, types of contracts
and the importance of specifications and method of
measurement. Recognize and assess the type of con-
tract that will suit a specific type of project and adjust
and modify accordingly specific data within the con-
tract variables so that it will apply and fit best the type
of project. Verify through a feasibility study if a contract
can lead to a successful project. Analyze differences
between the contracts signed by architects and con-
tractors, engineers and contractors, owners and engi-
neers etc. Evaluate various options of available con-
tracts that apply to a series of project types. Create
specifications according to type of project, scheduling,
location, available terrain and weather conditions.
ACEM116: Construction Materials I with
Laboratory - ECTS: 6
Upon completion of the subject students will be able to
identify physical, index, and mechanical properties of
materials and understand the advantages and disad-
vantages of different materials and their applications.
Apply knowledge and skills concerning the setting up
of materials classification and strength/stiffness tests
in the laboratory. Analyze material parameters required
for different applications and different types of materi-
als. Evaluate the methods of obtaining material param-
eters for different applications. Create specification for
material selection and required tests for a building
project.
ACEM216: Construction Materials II - ECTS: 5
Upon completion of the subject students will be able to
identify the basic properties of modern materials and
their uses and understand the measurement and use
of the more advanced properties of concrete, including
modulus of elasticity, creep, thermal shrinkage. Apply
the basic properties of modern materials and their use.
Analyze the relative properties of various modern con-
struction materials and assess the applicability in dif-
ferent situations. Evaluate advantages and disadvan-
tages of modern construction materials. Interpret of
laboratory measurement data and application of mod-
ulus of elasticity of concrete in a simple RC beam
example. Additional assessment of shrinkage and
creep potential.
ACED100: Construction Drawing and Detailing I
ECTS: 5
Upon completion of the subject students will be able to
identify drawing equipment, lines, presentation meth-
ods, drawing principles, plan-view, elevations, sections
and understand how to undertake and read architec-
tural and construction drawings and how to work with
the drawing instruments. Apply basic drawing skills in
the drafting of elements plan and elevation view and
sections. Develop an ability to link the three dimension-
al nature of objects to two dimensional drawings and
vice versa. Evaluate different presentation methods.
Create drawings for a building project. Case studies:
Staircases - Different types Retaining Walls -
Foundation Walls Windows - (Types)Parapet Wall -
Roof Detail
ACED200: Computer Aided Design – (Civil
Engineering) - ECTS: 6
Upon completion of the subject students will be able to
identify Autocad layout, layers, various drawing com-
mands, drawing layout, printing and plotting and
understand how to manipulate drawings, make correc-
tions and modifications, in a fast and simple way inside
Autocad. Apply in drawing plans, elevations and sec-
tions. Analyze three dimensional objects to two dimen-
sional drawings and vice versa. Evaluate the advan-
tages and disadvantages of computer aided design
Create Drawings for a building project using CAD.
ACES403: Computer Methods in Civil Engineering
ECTS: 6
Upon completion of the subject students will be able to
identify the types of engineering software available to
assist the engineer in different aspects of design and
construction and understand the need to organize
engineering problems for computer solution carefully
and to understand the limitations and assumptions of
the software being used. Apply simple engineering
algorithms to simple computer programs. Analyze the
applicability of various common engineering programs
to everyday engineering problems. Evaluate the limita-
tions and assumptions of a selection of engineering
programs. Create a simple design using engineering
software or a hand-written program and then compare
ECTS: 2
Upon completion of the subject students will be able to
identify the participants in an engineering project,
including client, contractor, QS, etc and understand
the roles and responsibilities of the Civil Engineer.
Appreciate the importance of Civil Engineering in soci-
ety. Analyze the environmental impact of many civil
engineering projects. Evaluate the need for regulation
in civil engineering, in particular in the area of health
and safety. Create a construction team for an example
civil engineering project, describe the roles of each
participant.
ACEH318: Environmental Engineering - ECTS: 5
Upon completion of the subject students will be able to
identify general environmental engineering issues,
environment and understand principles and concepts
relating to: Public Health, Private and Public Water
Supplies, Water Quality: Physical and Chemical
parameters and Quality requirements, Water
Treatment, Water and Waste Water Quantities,
Engineered Systems for Wastewater Treatment and
Disposal. Primary and Secondary. Treatment Systems.
Advanced Wastewater Treatment. Apply water quality
issues for providing solutions to a variety of water pol-
lution problems. Analyze water quality data. Evaluate
case studies of waste water treatment. Create private
and public water supplies, water-treatment and waste-
water treatment systems in Cyprus.
ACET314: Transportation Engineering - ECTS :5
Upon completion of the subject students will be able to
understand basic concepts, ideas, principles of
Transportation engineering Airport Engineering,
Coastal Engineering and Railroad Engineering. Apply
transportation planning and modeling in several case
studies. Analyze traffic impact assessment case stud-
ies. Evaluate traffic signal design case studies and pro-
vide the suitable design. Create design case studies
for airport engineering and highway engineering
aspects.
ACET406: Highway Engineering - ECTS: 5
Upon completion of the subject students will be able to
understand basic concepts, ideas, principle :Highway
Economics and Finance, Highway Planning and
Design/Geometry, Highway Soil Engineering, Highway
Pavement Materials, Flexible Pavement Design,
Concrete Pavement Design, Pavement Maintenance.
Apply highway pavement design for various situations
and geometry standards for planning/designing high-
ways. Analyze highway geometry standards (employ
commercial packages such as AUTOCAD, MAPCIVIL
2006). Evaluate pavement maintenance methods used
around the world and pavement maintenance methods
used in Cyprus. Create design case studies for high-
way engineering aspects (design, soil materials etc).
ACEP400: Senior Project - ECTS: 8
Upon completion of the subject students will be able to
understand basic engineering background civil engi-
neering concepts, ideas, principles. Use library
resources (journals, books, local industry) for research.
Analyze experimental or theoretical results. Evaluate
alternative scenarios, appraise literature review and
examine problems and recommend ideas. Develop an
ability to report information in a structured manner.
ACES480: Prestressed Concrete - ECTS: 5
Upon completion of the subject students will be able to
identify the principle of prestressed concrete and its
applications, methods of prestressing, appropriate
design codes. Apply appropriate codes to design pre-
stressed concrete beams and slabs. Analyze the differ-
ences and similarities between design codes for pre-
stressed concrete. Evaluate the different systems and
their advantages and disadvantages. Design basic
prestressed concrete continuous beam and prestress-
ing regime.
ACES490: Bridge Engineering - ECTS: 5
Upon completion of the subject students will be able to
identify various bridge types, their applicability to differ-
ent situations and their corresponding construction
methods and understand the relationship between
geotechnical information, analysis techniques and
design issues to bridge design. Apply the relevant
codes to develop load cases for various highway
bridge designs and methods for the design of key ele-
ments of the common types of bridges. Analyze the
effects of construction methods and sequence in the
design of bridges. Evaluate the suitability of the differ-
ent bridge types to particular situations. Design a
bridge to solve a particular problem.
ACEH418: Environmental Engineering II - ECTS: 5
Upon completion of the subject students will be able to
understand concepts, ideas, principles relating to:
Water Quality, Public Health, Water Pollution,
Risk assessment, GIS and Remote Sensing for
Environmental Applications. Apply principles in an
environmental impact assessment study. Analyze pub-
lic health situations, preventing strategies. Evaluate
sustainable development, air pollution, waste manage-
ment strategies in Cyprus. Create waste management,
waste-water treatment design, water treatment design
system, noise pollution case studies.
ACET450: Remote Sensing & Image Interpretation
ECTS: 5
Upon completion of the subject students will be able to
understand remote sensing basic principles:
Photogrammetry, Satellite Remote Sensing, Non-pho-
tographic Imagery, Digital Image Analysis, Image
Exploration, Image Correction / Rectification,
Unsupervised Classification, Supervised Classification,
Post-processing techniques, Verification, Additional
Capabilities of Software / Outputs, Applications, GIS,
GPS & Remote Sensing Applications: case studies
from Cyprus. Apply satellite remote sensing applica-
tions to geological, civil engineering and environmental
problems and areas. Analyze satellite imagery (pre-
processing and post-processing) classified images
Evaluate different atmospheric correction methods
used in the pre-processing of satellite images differ-
ences between aerial photography and satellite remote
sensing. Assess case studies from Cyprus and other
countries. Use of commercial packages in remote
sensing applications (civil & environmental engineering
themes)
AARC301: Environment and Services I - ECTS: 5
Upon completion of the subject students will be able to
understand environmental issues and building servic-
es and the concepts of: basic environmental control
systems and issues, and develop an intuitive under-
standing of how to apply these concepts to the design
of buildings, water supply, waste sewage, storm water
disposal, heating, cooling, lighting, electrical/mechani-
cal systems work for the design of buildings. Apply
design procedures for buildings using environmental
issues and services location. Analyze environmental
factors and their significance in building design.
Evaluate case studies: building services, urban design,
sustainability issues. Design case study for building
services.
ACEC405: Estimating - ECTS: 5
Upon completion of the subject students will be able to
identify different estimating methods and tools. Apply
different methods of estimating, including computer
methods. Analyze costs. Evaluate the construction
costs of standard building elements as part of a partic-
ular construction project. Create through research and
case study review.
ACES451: Structural Dynamics II - ECTS: 5
Upon completion of the subject students will be able to
understand the matrix formulation of dynamics .Apply
dynamics in the solution of multi-degree of freedom
systems to dynamic loading. Analyze three dimension-
al structures for their response due to dynamic loading
Evaluate methods of dynamic tuning and control of
vibrations in structures. Create dynamic designs of
complex structures
ACEC436: Construction Inspection - ECTS: 5
Upon completion of the subject students will be able to
identify inspection methods and procedures, health
and safety, quality control, Construction issues and
understand basic concepts, ideas, principles relating
to: Importance of inspection control Site Supervision,
Methods for Sampling Procedures, Methods for
Inspection of row and composite materials, Methods
for Inspection of finish products, Testing of Materials,
Compliance of Materials with specification Products,
Tolerances, Inspection of Finished Product. Apply per-
formance-related quality criteria. Analyze several alter-
native supervising procedure and systematic process
controls, sampling and testing procedures. Evaluate
inspection methods and procedures. Develop inspec-
tion and supervision skills and procedures to the
prompt completion of an engineering project - case
studies: inspection reports, structural reports.
Quantity Surveying
4 Years, Bachelor of Science, European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System, ECTS

General Aim
The Program provides the opportunity to students with an orientation towards the disciplines of building technology, management, economics and law
to merge these disciplines into a professional career in the area of Quantity Surveying. This is a highly concise and practical program geared towards
providing the state-of the-art skills necessary for immediate entering practice at the highest level. The program gives students the opportunity to apply
their training in real world applications.

Program Course Distribution

The structure of the Bachelor of Science in Quantity Surveying is based on the Credit Accumulation Mode of Study. At least two hundred and forty
(240) credits are required in order to graduate, of which two hundred and six credits (206) are core courses. Students must also take three technical
electives from a list of advanced courses in the major specializations of Quantity Surveying. In addition to the technical courses, students must take
non-technical electives in the areas of Cyprus Studies and Greek Language and Literature as well as a minimum of three additional free electives.
Furthermore, during the 7th and 8th semesters of the program, each student has to complete projects in areas of his/her interest. The program is
structured in such a way as to provide students a broad knowledge from all main areas of the field of Quantity Surveying. A general Quantity Surveying
knowledge is provided through courses related to Mathematics and through a number of introductory courses on Construction Materials, Construction
Technology, Management Economics and Law. The tools required by students to become successful professional Quantity Surveyors, are provided
through a number of advanced courses, extensive assignments and practical case studies. All courses are assessed according to the normal proce-
dure followed by the University with the exception of practical work, which have no final exam element. The practical component mark that is included
in certain subject areas contributes to the overall students' coursework mark for each course individually. Project assessment is carried out based on
regulations.

Core Quantity Surveying Competences

Technical Cost Control

- Interpret and to some extend prepare working and shop drawings
- Have knowledge of construction processes, methods and materials
- Interpret and implement a health & safety plan
- Propose sustainable materials, methods and systems in construction
and development
- Interpret and to some extend verify levels and construction layout
information
- Have Knowledge of geology and geotechnical materials in construction
- Have knowledge of infrastructure (building services, roads, water
main/sewer, mechanical and electrical systems)
- Measure and price construction works
- Incorporate H&S and environmental management issues in costing
- Evaluate sustainable development in the construction environment
- Perform feasibility studies and assess alternatives
- Carry out cost benefit analyses
- Analyse whole-life cycle costing and advice on whole life appraisal
- Perform cost planning
- Carry out valuations and cost estimation
- Prepare construction financial reports
- Prepare property and asset valuations

Legal
- Have a general competence in construction contracting practices
- Understand European and Cyprus Law in general and with respect to
health and safety and the environment
- Advise on ways of procuring a project
- Form Cyprus and International construction contracts
- Administer construction contracts
- Assess or compile claims for loss and expense
- Advise on the avoidance and settlement of disputes
- Possess professional and ethical behaviour
Managerial
- Organize, plan, monitor and control construction projects
- Use computer methods for project planning and cost control
- Plan and conduct meetings
- Manage people and products
- Manage a modern organization with information technology
- Manage the commercial success of a project for a contractor
- Monitor design development against planned expenditure
- Conduct value management and engineering exercises
- Assess capital and revenue expenditure over the whole life of a facility
- Undertake a risk appraisal
- Have negotiation skills

The Program has been conditionally approved by the Evaluation Committee of Private Universities (ECPU).
The Program requires the completion of 240 ECTS credits and AQSL270 Construction Contracts 5 3
comprises of required courses, technical electives, free electives AQSL370 Construction Contract Administration 5 3
and general electives as specified below: AQSL390 Dispute Resolution 5 3
ECTS AQSL450 Adjudication and Arbitration 5 3
Required Courses 206 Management
Technical Electives 15 AQSM200 Principles of Business Management 5 3
Free Electives 15 AQSM250 Management of Products and Finance 5 3
General Electives 4 ACEC316 Construction Management 5 3
TOTAL 240 ACEC320 Construction Planning and Procurement 5 3
Practical Training
Required Courses ECTS Hours AQSP410 Construction QS Practice 7 1+5*
General Quantity Surveying AQSP420 Advanced QS Practice
AQSP100 Introduction to Quantity Surveying 5 1 in Engineering Services 8 1+5*
Mathematics & General Science Project Work
AMAT111 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I 5 3 AQSP400 Integrating Project 5 1+4*
AMAT182 Lin. Algebra with Analytic Tools 5 3 AQSP450 Senior Project 10 1+7*
AMAT300 Probability and Statistics 5 3
APHY111 Mechanics, Heat & Waves With Laboratory 5 2+1* Technical Electives ECTS Hours
ACES200 Structural Systems 5 3 AQSM440 Negotiating Skills and Resolving of Disputes 5 3
Geology
AQSM403 Real Estate Management 5 3
ACEG207 Engineering Geology 5 3
Land Surveying AQSE460 Feasibility and Technoeconomic Studies 5 3
ACET108 Land Surveying 6 2+2* AQSE430 Evaluating Sustainable Development 5 3
Construction Technology AQSE470 Advanced Risk Analysis and Management 5 3
ACEC200 Construction Technology 5 3 AQSE490 Transport Economics 5 3
ACEH210 Environment and Services 5 3 AQSM475 Facilities Management 5 3
ACEH330 Sustainability AMAT314 Numerical Methods 5 3
and Environmental Management 5 3
Drawing Free Electives
ACED100 Construction Drawing 5 2+2* Free Elective is a course offered by other Departments of the University for
ACED200 Computer Aided Design 5 2+2* which a student is qualified to register.
Programming
AQSC104 Computer Programming General Electives
for Quantity Surveyors 5 2+2* Students should choose one course from group A and one course
AQSC431 Computer Methods in Construction from group B.
and Virtual Prototyping 5 2+2* ECTS Hours
Measurement and Costing
Group A - Cyprus Studies
ACEC220 Measurement and Costing of Works 5 2+2*
AECH111 Cyprus in the 20th Century 2 2
ACEC223 Measurement and Costing
of Engineering Services 5 2+2* AECH101 Introduction to the History of Cyprus 2 2
AQSP220 Measurement Project 5 1+4*
Materials Group B - Greek Language and Literature
ACEM 117 Construction Materials 5 2+2* AEGL111 Modern Greek Literature 2 2
Economics AEGL101 Introduction to Greek Language 2 2
AEAP200 Principles of Economics 5 3
AEAP350 Economics and Finance 5 3 *Laboratory Hours
AQSE330 Cost Planning and Project Cost Control 5 3
AQSE430 Evaluating Sustainable Development 5 3
AQSE480 Development Economics
and Investment Appraisal 5 3
AQSE360 Construction Economics 5 3
AQSE370 Risk Analysis and Risk Management 5 3
Legal Aspects
ALAW200 Principles of Law 5 3
Description of Courses
AQSP100: Introduction to Quantity Surveying
ECTS:5
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content:
University Procedures and the use of IT. Duties of
each professional in the construction industry, impor-
tant construction methods, methods of organizing
construction, methods of measurement of works in
international construction practice. Understanding
(interpreting, exemplifying, paraphrasing, classifying,
summarizing, inferring, explaining) concepts, ideas,
principles etc: The role of the Quantity Surveyor and
Related Disciplines (Engineers, Architects), and the
importance of planning, control and management of
works. Applying (implementing, carrying out, using,
executing) concepts, ideas, skills, theories, strategies
in different situations: in an organizational chart for a
small construction project. Analyzing (comparing,
organizing, deconstructing, attributing, outlining,
structuring, integrating): Quantity Surveyors
Functions. Evaluating (checking, hypothesizing, cri-
tiquing, experimenting, judging, testing, detecting,
monitoring): Construction Technology Equipment and
Procedures. Creating (designing, constructing, plan-
ning, producing, inventing, devising, making):
Planning the execution of a small building project in
Cyprus.
ACES200: Structural Systems – ECTS:5
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content: Analysis
and Composition of Forces, Concept of Moment of
Force, summation of forces and moments, loading
configurations, definition of truss, mechanism, shear-
force, bending-moment, centroid moment of inertia.
Understanding (interpreting, exemplifying, paraphras-
ing, classifying, summarizing, inferring, explaining)
concepts, ideas, principles etc: Types of Structures
and Systems, basic concepts and methods of particle
equilibrium, the importance of the Free Body Diagram,
how to handle distributed loads, beam equilibrium,
joint equilibrium. Applying (implementing, carrying
out, using, executing) concepts, ideas, skills, theories,
strategies in different situations: the principles of
mechanics to the equilibrium of particles and beams,
concepts of centroids and second moments of areas
to the determination of properties of sections.
Analyzing (comparing, organizing, deconstructing,
attributing, outlining, structuring, integrating): trusses
and mechanisms, and determine shear-force and
bending-moment equations for simple beam configu-
rations. Evaluating (checking, hypothesizing, cri-
tiquing, experimenting, judging, testing, detecting,
monitoring): different methods of analysis. Creating
(designing, constructing, planning, producing, invent-
ing, devising, making): structural models of real struc-
tures.
ACEG207: Engineering Geology – ECTS:5
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content: matter,
minerals and rocks, igneous, sedimentary, metamor-
phic rocks, weathering of soils, mass movements,
stream erosion, groundwater, continental drift and
earthquakes. Understanding (interpreting, exemplify-
ing, paraphrasing, classifying, summarizing, inferring,
explaining) concepts, ideas, principles etc: geologi-
cal and ground formations and the means of identify-
ing them. Cyprus ground formations and soils. Main
Cyprus geotechnical problems. Applying ( implement-
ing, carrying out, using, executing) concepts, ideas,
skills, theories, strategies in different situations: in the
identification of soils and formations. Analyzing (com-
paring, organizing, deconstructing, attributing, outlin-
ing, structuring, integrating) the processes that lead
to ground formation and structure of ground bodies.
Evaluating (checking, hypothesizing, critiquing, exper-
imenting, judging, testing, detecting, monitoring)
ground and geological conditions the science of
Geology and its relevance in Civil engineering. Create
(designing, constructing, planning, producing, invent-
ing, devising, making): Essays and reports on Cyprus
formations, ground conditions and problems.
ACET108: Land Surveying – ECTS:6
Understanding (interpreting, exemplifying, paraphras-
ing, classifying, summarizing, inferring, explaining)
concepts, ideas, principles etc: the role of the engi-
neering surveyor in the civil engineering industry.
Applying (implementing, carrying out, using, execut-
ing) concepts, ideas, skills, theories, strategies in dif-
ferent situations: a topographical survey for engineer-
ing development. Applying (implementing, carrying
out, using, executing) concepts, ideas, skills, theories,
strategies in different situations in the planning,
design and set out engineering works. Creating
(designing, constructing, planning, producing, invent-
ing, devising, making) a given task to meet specifica-
tions within a strict deadline; work in groups.
ACEC200: Construction Technology – ECTS:5
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content:
Construction and building, materials, construction
methods, equipment and procedures, fixing methods
and details, health and safety considerations the
basic elements of substructure (site works, setting out
and foundations) and superstructure (flooring and
roofs, simple finishes, fittings and fixtures) as well as
basic services such as water, gas electricity and
drainage. Understanding (interpreting, exemplifying,
paraphrasing, classifying, summarizing, inferring,
explaining) concepts, ideas, principles etc: every
aspect of the technology of residential and office
building construction. Applying (implementing, carry-
ing out, using, executing) concepts, ideas, skills, the-
ories, strategies in different situations: in the identifi-
cation of the most appropriate construction materials,
methods and equipment for a construction project.
Analyze (comparing, organizing, deconstructing,
attributing, outlining, structuring, integrating) the
details of a modern construction system (i.e tilt-up
construction). Evaluating (checking, hypothesizing,
critiquing, experimenting, judging, testing, detecting,
monitoring) recent developments in technology affect-
ing the construction industry. Case study. Selecting
materials, construction methods and equipment and
fixing details of major components for an office devel-
opment in Cyprus.
ACEH210: Environment and Services – ECTS:5
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content: environ-
mental factors and their significance in building
design. Understanding (interpreting, exemplifying,
paraphrasing, classifying, summarizing, inferring,
explaining) concepts, ideas, principles etc: the basic
physical concepts of environmental control systems
and issues, and develop an intuitive understanding of
how to apply these concepts to the design of build-
ings. Understanding (interpreting, exemplifying, para-
phrasing, classifying, summarizing, inferring, explain-
ing) concepts, ideas, principles etc: the way water
supply, waste sewage, storm water disposal, heating,
cooling, lighting, electrical/mechanical systems work
for the design of buildings.
ACED100: Construction Drawing – ECTS:5
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content: drawing
equipment, lines, presentation methods, drawing prin-
ciples, plan-view, elevations, sections. Understanding
in a number of ways (interpreting, exemplifying, para-
phrasing, classifying, summarizing, inferring, explain-
ing) concepts, ideas, principles etc: how to “read”
architectural and construction drawings. Applying
(implementing, carrying out, using, executing) con-
cepts, ideas, skills, theories, strategies in different sit-
uations: basic drawing skills. Analyzing comparing,
organizing, deconstructing, attributing, outlining,
structuring, integrating): Develop an ability to link the
three dimensional nature of objects to two dimension-
al drawings and vice versa. Evaluating (checking,
hypothesizing, critiquing, experimenting, judging, test-
ing, detecting, monitoring) different presentation
methods. Creating in a number of ways (designing,
constructing, planning, producing, inventing, devis-
ing, making) Drawings for a building project.
ACED200: Computer Aided Design – ECTS:5
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content: Autocad
layout, layers, various drawing commands, drawing
layout, printing and plotting. Understanding (interpret-
ing, exemplifying, paraphrasing, classifying, summa-
rizing, inferring, explaining) concepts, ideas, princi-
ples etc: how to manipulate drawings, make correc-
tions modifications, in a fast and simple way inside
Autocad. Applying (implementing, carrying out, using,
executing) concepts, ideas, skills, theories, strategies
in different situations: In drawing plans, elevations and
sections. Analyzing (comparing, organizing, decon-
structing, attributing, outlining, structuring, integrating)
three dimensional objects to two dimensional draw-
ings and vice versa. Evaluating (checking, hypothesiz-
ing, critiquing, experimenting, judging, testing, detect-
ing, monitoring) the advantages and disadvantages of
computer aided design. Creating (designing, con-
structing, planning, producing, inventing, devising,
making) Drawings for a building project using CAD.
AQSC431: Computer Methods in Construction
and Virtual Prototyping – ECTS:5
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content: subject
oriented software commands and use. Understanding
(interpreting, exemplifying, paraphrasing, classifying,
summarizing, inferring, explaining) concepts, ideas,
principles etc: the use of computer methods for solv-
ing Quantity Surveying problems, visualization and
simulation. Applying (implementing, carrying out,
using, executing) concepts, ideas, skills, theories,
strategies in different situations: the subject specific
software packages associated with quantity survey-
ing, planning and scheduling in VP environment.
Analyze in a number of ways (comparing, organizing,
deconstructing, attributing, outlining, structuring, inte-
grating): computer oriented methods. Evaluate in a
number of ways (checking, hypothesizing, critiquing,
experimenting, judging, testing, detecting, monitor-
ing): the advantages and disadvantages of computer
aided measurement. Create in a number of ways
(designing, constructing, planning, producing, invent-
ing, devising, making): contract documentation, con-
struction programs and cost plans using software.
ACEC220: Measurement & Costing of Works –
ECTS:5
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content: methods
of measurement. Understanding (interpreting, exem-
plifying, paraphrasing, classifying, summarizing, infer-
ring, explaining) concepts, ideas, principles etc:
General Principles of Measurement. Applying (imple-
menting, carrying out, using, executing) concepts,
ideas, skills, theories, strategies in different situations:
measurement procedures mensuration applications.
Analyzing (comparing, organizing, deconstructing,
attributing, outlining, structuring, integrating): different
measurement methods. Evaluating (checking,
hypothesizing, critiquing, experimenting, judging, test-
ing, detecting, monitoring) the advantages and disad-
vantages of different measurement methods. Creating
(designing, constructing, planning, producing, invent-
ing, devising, making) measurements for Groundwork
and Foundations, Brick and Block Walling Fires,
Flues, Vents and Stone Walling, Floors and Partitions
,Pitched and Flat Roofs, Internal Finishes, Windows,
Doors, Staircases and Fittings, Bill Preparation and
Production.
ACEC223, Measurement & Costing of
Engineering Services – ECTS:5
Remembering in a number of ways (recognizing, list-
ing, describing, identifying, retrieving, naming, locat-
ing, finding, defining) specific information from the
course content: methods of measurement of services.
Understanding in a number of ways (interpreting,
exemplifying, paraphrasing, classifying, summarizing,
inferring, explaining) concepts, ideas, principles etc:
how a QS measure and prepare cost analysis of sev-
eral building services. Applying (implementing, carry-
ing out, using, executing) concepts, ideas, skills, the-
ories, strategies in different situations: measurement
procedures mensuration applications. Analyzing
(comparing, organizing, deconstructing, attributing,
outlining, structuring, integrating) different measure-
ment methods. Evaluating (checking, hypothesizing,
critiquing, experimenting, judging, testing, detecting,
monitoring) the advantages and disadvantages of dif-
ferent measurement methods. Creating (designing,
constructing, planning, producing, inventing, devis-
ing, making) in the measurement of Water, Heating
and Waste Service Electrical Services, Drainage Work
External Works
AQSP220: Measurement Project – ECTS:5
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content:
European measurement methods and standards.
Understanding (interpreting, exemplifying, paraphras-
ing, classifying, summarizing, inferring, explaining)
concepts, ideas, principles etc: the interrelated use of
measurement methods and standards. Applying
implementing, carrying out, using, executing) con-
cepts, ideas, skills, theories, strategies in different sit-
uations: knowledge and skills into the setting up meth-
ods for the measurement of a project. Analyzing
(comparing, organizing, deconstructing, attributing,
outlining, structuring, integrating): in order to obtain
results and information. Evaluating (checking, hypoth-
esizing, critiquing, experimenting, judging, testing,
detecting, monitoring): measurement methods.
Creating (designing, constructing, planning, produc-
ing, inventing, devising, making): QS reports and Bills.
ACEM117: Construction Materials – ECTS:5
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content: physical,
carrying out, using, executing) concepts, ideas, skills,
theories, strategies in different situations: knowledge
and skills into the setting up laboratory experiments.
Analyzing (comparing, organizing, deconstructing,
attributing, outlining, structuring, integrating) in order to
obtain test results and information concerning the
properties of materials. Evaluating (checking, hypothe-
sizing, critiquing, experimenting, judging, testing,
detecting, monitoring) testing methods. Creating
(designing, constructing, planning, producing, invent-
ing, devising, making): material selection and required
tests for a building project.
AEAP200: Principles of Economics – ECTS:5
Applying (implementing, carrying out, using, execut-
ing) concepts, ideas, skills, theories, strategies in dif-
ferent situations: into simple project cases. Analyzing
(comparing, organizing, deconstructing, attributing,
outlining, structuring, integrating) basic economic
concepts. Evaluating (checking, hypothesizing, cri-
tiquing, experimenting, judging, testing, detecting,
monitoring): economic management policies. Creating
(designing, constructing, planning, producing, invent-
ing, devising, making) an economic analysis of a sim-
ple project.
AEAP350: Economics and Finance – ECTS:5
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content: basic
theories and tools of Economics and Finance.
Understanding (interpreting, exemplifying, paraphras-
ing, classifying, summarizing, inferring, explaining)
concepts, ideas, principles etc: ideas and principles of
finance. Applying (implementing, carrying out, using,
executing) concepts, ideas, skills, theories, strategies
in different situations: into building related topics.
Analyzing (comparing, organizing, deconstructing,
attributing, outlining, structuring, integrating): con-
struction goals with an Economics and Finance objec-
tive. Evaluating (checking, hypothesizing, critiquing,
experimenting, judging, testing, detecting, monitoring)
economic management policies. Creating (designing,
constructing, planning, producing, inventing, devising,
making) case studies in construction projects in
Cyprus and Abroad.
AQSE330: Cost Planning and Project Cost
Control – ECTS:5
Remembering in a (recognizing, listing, describing,
identifying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defin-
ing) specific information from the course content:
Interest Rates and Present Values. Understanding
(interpreting, exemplifying, paraphrasing, classifying,
summarizing, inferring, explaining) concepts, ideas,
principles etc: Value Management. Applying (imple-
menting, carrying out, using, executing) concepts,
ideas, skills, theories, strategies in different situations:
in comparing alternatives. Analyzing (comparing,
organizing, deconstructing, attributing, outlining, struc-
turing, integrating) Methods of Comparing Alternatives.
Evaluating (checking, hypothesizing, critiquing, experi-
menting, judging, testing, detecting, monitoring)
Project Investment. Creating (designing, constructing,
planning, producing, inventing, devising, making):
Feasibility Study for a Project.
AQSE480: Development Economics &
Investment Appraisal – ECTS:5
Remembering in a number of ways (recognizing, list-
ing, describing, identifying, retrieving, naming, locat-
ing, finding, defining) specific information from the
course content. Understanding in a number of ways
(interpreting, exemplifying, paraphrasing, classifying,
summarizing, inferring, explaining) concepts, ideas,
principles etc: valuation theory and principles.
Applying (implementing, carrying out, using, execut-
ing) concepts, ideas, skills, theories, strategies in dif-
ferent situations: in-depth valuations using the most
appropriate techniques. Analyzing (comparing, organ-
izing, deconstructing, attributing, outlining, structuring,
integrating) the limitations of valuation techniques and
their effectiveness in a wide range of circumstances.
Evaluating in a number of ways (checking, hypothesiz-
ing, critiquing, experimenting, judging, testing, detect-
ing, monitoring): the effect of government intervention
on the property market. Creating (designing, construct-
ing, planning, producing, inventing, devising, making)
EC valuation practice.
AQSE360: Construction Economics – ECTS:5
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content: the types
and functions of common construction equipment.
Understanding (interpreting, exemplifying, paraphras-
ing, classifying, summarizing, inferring, explaining)
concepts, ideas, principles etc: ownership and operat-
ing costs for construction equipment (Understand time
value of money/components of equipment costs).
Applying (implementing, carrying out, using, execut-
ing) concepts, ideas, skills, theories, strategies in dif-
ferent situations: the types and functions of common
tiquing, experimenting, judging, testing, detecting,
monitoring): equipment functions, production rates.
Creating (designing, constructing, planning, produc-
ing, inventing, devising, making): effectively plan the
use of equipment to complete a construction project.
AQSE370: Risk Analysis and Risk Management –
ECTS:5
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content: risk, ele-
ments of risk. Understand (interpreting, exemplifying,
paraphrasing, classifying, summarizing, inferring,
explaining) concepts, ideas, principles etc: to identify
risk in real estate, management of risk. Applying
(implementing, carrying out, using, executing) con-
cepts, ideas, skills, theories, strategies in different situ-
ations. Analyzing (comparing, organizing, deconstruct-
ing, attributing, outlining, structuring, integrating): the
significance of strategic management in real estate.
Evaluating (checking, hypothesizing, critiquing, experi-
menting, judging, testing, detecting, monitoring): busi-
ness process analysis in real estate. Creating (design-
ing, constructing, planning, producing, inventing,
devising, making): of IT in real estate.
ALAW200: Principles of Law – ECTS:5
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content: Crimes
and Torts, Justice
Understanding (interpreting, exemplifying, paraphras-
ing, classifying, summarizing, inferring, explaining)
concepts, ideas, principles etc: the Fundamental
Principles of Law. Legal concepts and Issues. Law
History. Appling (implementing, carrying out, using,
executing) concepts, ideas, skills, theories, strategies
in different situations: principles of law in disputes.
Analyzing (comparing, organizing, deconstructing,
attributing, outlining, structuring, integrating): the Law
of Contracts. Evaluating (checking, hypothesizing, cri-
tiquing, experimenting, judging, testing, detecting,
monitoring) through research and case study review.
Creating (designing, constructing, planning, produc-
ing, inventing, devising, making): through research
and case study review.
AQSL270: Construction Contracts – ECTS:5
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content: Types of
promises that are legally enforceable. Understanding
(interpreting, exemplifying, paraphrasing, classifying,
summarizing, inferring, explaining) concepts, ideas,
principles etc: What it takes to form a contract, Cyprus,
JCT, FIDIC Contracts. Applying (implementing, carry-
ing out, using, executing) concepts, ideas, skills, theo-
ries, strategies in different situations: principles of con-
tract law in disputes. Analyzing (comparing, organiz-
ing, deconstructing, attributing, outlining, structuring,
integrating): the obligations of the parties. Evaluating
(checking, hypothesizing, critiquing, experimenting,
judging, testing, detecting, monitoring) what consti-
tutes breach and what remedies are available upon
breach. Creating (designing, constructing, planning,
producing, inventing, devising, making): through
research and case study review.
AQSL370: Construction Contract Administration
– ECTS:5
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content: Methods
of Contract Administrator. Understanding (interpreting,
exemplifying, paraphrasing, classifying, summarizing,
inferring, explaining) concepts, ideas, principles etc:
Roles and relationships of Consultants and Role of the
Contract Administrator. Contractor's Obligations,
Employer's obligations. Applying (implementing, carry-
ing out, using, executing) concepts, ideas, skills, theo-
ries, strategies in different situations: Contract
Management, Forms and Correspondence, Contract
Accounting. Analyzing (comparing, organizing, decon-
structing, attributing, outlining, structuring, integrating):
Liability in Contract and Tort, Financial Remedies for
Breach of Contract Suspension and Determination of
Contracts. Evaluating (checking, hypothesizing, cri-
tiquing, experimenting, judging, testing, detecting,
monitoring): Contractor's Claims for Loss and
Expense. Creating (designing, constructing, planning,
producing, inventing, devising, making): through
Research and Case Study review.
AQSL390: Dispute Resolution – ECTS:5
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content: Contract
problems. Understanding (interpreting, exemplifying,
paraphrasing, classifying, summarizing, inferring,
explaining) concepts, ideas, principles etc: Dispute
Resolution principles. Applying (implementing, carry-
ing out, using, executing) concepts, ideas, skills, theo-
ries, strategies in different situations: Contract resolu-
testing, detecting, monitoring) General Practice and
Procedures. Creating (designing, constructing, plan-
ning, producing, inventing, devising, making) through
Research and Case Study Review.
AQSL450: Adjudication and Arbitration – ECTS:5
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content: Review
and Consultation Methods. Understanding (interpret-
ing, exemplifying, paraphrasing, classifying, summa-
rizing, inferring, explaining) concepts, ideas, principles
etc: the interpersonal skills required to participate suc-
cessfully in negotiations and mediations, Obligations,
Powers and Possible |Liabilities of the Adjudicator &
Arbitrator. Applying (implementing, carrying out, using,
executing) concepts, ideas, skills, theories, strategies
in different situations: the methodology of Adjudication
and Arbitration Procedure for Dispute Resolution.
Analyzing (comparing, organizing, deconstructing,
attributing, outlining, structuring, integrating) the back-
ground of Adjudication and arbitration Procedure for
Dispute Resolution. Advantages and Disadvantages.
Evaluating (checking, hypothesizing, critiquing, experi-
menting, judging, testing, detecting, monitoring)
advantages and disadvantages. Creating (designing,
constructing, planning, producing, inventing, devising,
making) through Research and Case Study Review.
AQSM200: Principles of Business Management –
ECTS:5
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content: Principles
of business management. Understanding (interpreting,
exemplifying, paraphrasing, classifying, summarizing,
inferring, explaining) concepts, ideas, principles etc:
how management is practised and how these prac-
tices have developed. Applying (implementing, carry-
ing out, using, executing) concepts, ideas, skills, theo-
ries, strategies in different situations: in managing
small businesses. Analyzing (comparing, organizing,
deconstructing, attributing, outlining, structuring, inte-
grating): the topics of finance, marketing and commu-
nications. Evaluating (checking, hypothesizing, cri-
tiquing, experimenting, judging, testing, detecting,
monitoring): the importance of Planning and Control.
Creating (designing, constructing, planning, produc-
ing, inventing, devising, making): Create the structure
of a small business.
AQSM250: Management of Products and Finance
– ECTS:5
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content: basic
tools and principles upon which finance is based.
Understanding (interpreting, exemplifying, paraphras-
ing, classifying, summarizing, inferring, explaining)
concepts, ideas, principles etc: Product Lifecycle
Costing. Applying (implementing, carrying out, using,
executing) concepts, ideas, skills, theories, strategies
in different situations: simple product management.
Analyzing (comparing, organizing, deconstructing,
attributing, outlining, structuring, integrating): the struc-
ture and operation of financial management; planning
and control, capital structure and investment decision,
valuation. Evaluating (checking, hypothesizing, cri-
tiquing, experimenting, judging, testing, detecting,
monitoring): problems of internal financial analysis.
Creating (designing, constructing, planning, produc-
ing, inventing, devising, making): Conclude to an
investment decision.
ACEC316: Construction Management – ECTS:5
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content: critical
path networks and resource allocation; quality assur-
ance, health and safety and codes of practice.
Understanding (interpreting, exemplifying, paraphras-
ing, classifying, summarizing, inferring, explaining)
concepts, ideas, principles etc: aspects of civil engi-
neering management. Applying (implementing, carry-
ing out, using, executing) concepts, ideas, skills, theo-
ries, strategies in different situations: knowledge of the
above topics in carrying out associated analysis and
planning. Analyzing (comparing, organizing, decon-
structing, attributing, outlining, structuring, integrating):
discipline-specific practical skills in using discounted
cash flow techniques to assess the financial worth of
construction projects. Evaluating (checking, hypothe-
sizing, critiquing, experimenting, judging, testing,
detecting, monitoring): basic plant and methods used
in construction. Creating (designing, constructing,
planning, producing, inventing, devising, making):
case study involving manipulation and interpretation of
data; mathematical skills; project, time and resource
management.
ACEC320: Construction Planning and
Procurement – ECTS:5
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
Description of Courses
specific information from the course content
Procurement Methods And Contracts in Use.
Understanding (interpreting, exemplifying, paraphras-
ing, classifying, summarizing, inferring, explaining)
concepts, ideas, principles etc: Design and Build,
Private Finance Initiative, Prime Contracting frame-
works. Applying (implementing, carrying out, using,
executing) concepts, ideas, skills, theories, strategies
in different situations: Tendering procedures and stan-
dard procurement methods. Analyzing (comparing,
organizing, deconstructing, attributing, outlining,
structuring, integrating) the role of the project manag-
er. Evaluating (checking, hypothesizing, critiquing,
experimenting, judging, testing, detecting, monitoring)
different frameworks. Creating (designing, construct-
ing, planning, producing, inventing, devising, making)
through Research and Case Study Review.
AQSM475: Facilities Management – ECTS:5
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content: human
resources and facility management principles.
Understanding (interpreting, exemplifying, paraphras-
ing, classifying, summarizing, inferring, explaining)
concepts, ideas, principles etc: importance and meth-
ods of recruitment, selection, utilization and develop-
ment of human resources. Applying (implementing,
carrying out, using, executing) concepts, ideas, skills,
theories, strategies in different situations: policies,
procedures, forms of Facility Management. Analyzing
(comparing, organizing, deconstructing, attributing,
outlining, structuring, integrating) Facility Financial
Forecasting and Management. Evaluating (checking,
hypothesizing, critiquing, experimenting, judging, test-
ing, detecting, monitoring) different management poli-
cies and frameworks. Creating (designing, construct-
ing, planning, producing, inventing, devising, mak-
ing): Long-range and Annual Facility Planning.
AQSM403: Real Estate Management – ECTS:5
Understanding (interpreting, exemplifying, paraphras-
ing, classifying, summarizing, inferring, explaining)
concepts, ideas, principles etc: the significance of
strategic management in real estate. Applying (imple-
menting, carrying out, using, executing) concepts,
ideas, skills, theories, strategies in different situations:
of IT in real estate. Analyzing (comparing, organizing,
deconstructing, attributing, outlining, structuring, inte-
grating): business process in real estate. Evaluating
(checking, hypothesizing, critiquing, experimenting,
judging, testing, detecting, monitoring): business
process analysis in real estate. Creating (designing,
constructing, planning, producing, inventing, devis-
ing, making): through Research and case Study
Review.
AQSP410: Construction QS Practice – ECTS:7
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content: meas-
urement methods and standards. Understand in a
number of ways (interpreting, exemplifying, para-
phrasing, classifying, summarizing, inferring, explain-
ing) concepts, ideas, principles etc: the interrelated
use of measurement and standards. Applying (imple-
menting, carrying out, using, executing) concepts,
ideas, skills, theories, strategies in different situations:
knowledge and skills into the setting up methods for
the measurement of a project. Analyzing (comparing,
organizing, deconstructing, attributing, outlining,
structuring, integrating): in order to obtain information
technical legal. Evaluating (checking, hypothesizing,
critiquing, experimenting, judging, testing, detecting,
monitoring): the results, amend and reiterate. Creating
(designing, constructing, planning, producing, invent-
ing, devising, making): measurements and bill for a
specific project.
AQSP420: Advanced QS Practice in Engineering
Services – ECTS:8
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content: meas-
urement methods and standards. Understanding
(interpreting, exemplifying, paraphrasing, classifying,
summarizing, inferring, explaining) concepts, ideas,
principles etc: the interrelated use of measurement
and standards. Applying (implementing, carrying out,
using, executing) concepts, ideas, skills, theories,
strategies in different situations: knowledge and skills
into the setting up methods for the measurement of a
project. Analyzing (comparing, organizing, decon-
structing, attributing, outlining, structuring, integrat-
ing): in order to obtain information technical legal.
Evaluating (checking, hypothesizing, critiquing, exper-
imenting, judging, testing, detecting, monitoring) the
results, amend and reiterate. Creating (designing,
constructing, planning, producing, inventing, devis-
ing, making): measurements and bill for a specific
project building services.
AQSP450: Senior Project – ECTS:10
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content: meas-
urement methods and standards. Understanding
(interpreting, exemplifying, paraphrasing, classifying,
summarizing, inferring, explaining) concepts, ideas,
principles etc: the interrelated use of measurement
and standards. Applying (implementing, carrying out,
using, executing) concepts, ideas, skills, theories,
strategies in different situations: knowledge and skills
into the setting up methods for the measurement of a
project. Analyzing (comparing, organizing, decon-
structing, attributing, outlining, structuring, integrat-
ing): in order to obtain information technical legal.
Evaluating (checking, hypothesizing, critiquing, exper-
imenting, judging, testing, detecting, monitoring) the
results, amending and reiterating. Creating (design-
ing, constructing, planning, producing, inventing,
devising, making): through review and research and
obtaining information regarding a realistic project and
assessment and evaluation by the student of the situ-
ation providing proposals regarding measurement,
planning and procurement, administration, dispute
resolution or a combination thereof in relation to the
specific project.
AQSM440: Negotiating Skills and Resolving of
Disputes – ECTS:5
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, iden-
tifying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content:
Negotiating skills and Dispute resolution methods.
Understanding (interpreting, exemplifying, paraphras-
ing, classifying, summarizing, inferring, explaining)
concepts, ideas, principles etc: the procedures
involved in each dispute resolution method. Applying
(implementing, carrying out, using, executing) con-
cepts, ideas, skills, theories, strategies in different sit-
uations: in the successful contractual and financial
negotiation with another party on behalf of his client.
Analyzing (comparing, organizing, deconstructing,
attributing, outlining, structuring, integrating) dispute
resolution methods when faced with a contractual dif-
ference. Evaluating (checking, hypothesizing, cri-
tiquing, experimenting, judging, testing, detecting,
monitoring) dispute resolution methods. Creating
(designing, constructing, planning, producing, invent-
ing, devising, making): through Research and Case
Study Review.
AQSE460: Feasibility and Technoeconomic
Studies – ECTS:5
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content: methods
of comparing alternatives, present value, internal rate
of return. Understanding (interpreting, exemplifying,
paraphrasing, classifying, summarizing, inferring,
explaining) concepts, ideas, principles etc: the tech-
niques of identifying economic trends. Applying
(implementing, carrying out, using, executing) con-
cepts, ideas, skills, theories, strategies in different sit-
uations: technoeconomic knowledge and economics
to make informed decisions on whether one invest-
ment is better than another. Analyzing (comparing,
organizing, deconstructing, attributing, outlining,
structuring, integrating): Economic trends. Evaluating
(checking, hypothesizing, critiquing, experimenting,
judging, testing, detecting, monitoring): methods of
comparing alternatives. Creating (designing, con-
structing, planning, producing, inventing, devising,
making): Technoeconomic Study for a development
project.
AQSE470: Advanced Risk Analysis and
Management – ECTS:5
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content: of the
principles of risk analysis
Understanding (interpreting, exemplifying, paraphras-
ing, classifying, summarizing, inferring, explaining)
concepts, ideas, principles etc: risk analysis and its
applications. Applying (implementing, carrying out,
using, executing) concepts, ideas, skills, theories,
strategies in different situations: to make informed
decisions of the suitability of methods for different sit-
uations. Analyzing (comparing, organizing, decon-
structing, attributing, outlining, structuring, integrat-
ing): the various methods of risk analysis, including
computer simulations. Evaluating (checking, hypothe-
sizing, critiquing, experimenting, judging, testing,
detecting, monitoring): risk analysis techniques.
Creating (designing, constructing, planning, produc-
ing, inventing, devising, making).
AQSE490: Transport Economics – ECTS:5
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content.
Understanding (interpreting, exemplifying, paraphras-
ing, classifying, summarizing, inferring, explaining)
concepts, ideas, principles etc: supply and demand in
the context of transport. Applying (implementing, car-
rying out, using, executing) concepts, ideas, skills,
theories, strategies in different situations: appropriate
methods to solve problems in transport economics.
Analyzing (comparing, organizing, deconstructing,
attributing, outlining, structuring, integrating): the
nature of local and national transport policies.
Evaluating (checking, hypothesizing, critiquing, exper-
imenting, judging, testing, detecting, monitoring):
Cost of accidents for a Highway Junction. Creating
(designing, constructing, planning, producing, invent-
ing, devising, making): through Research and Case
Study Review.
ACEH330: Sustainability and Environmental
Management– ECTS:5
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content: sustain-
able materials, construction methods and proce-
dures, health and safety, quality control, energy con-
servations. Understanding (interpreting, exemplifying,
paraphrasing, classifying, summarizing, inferring,
explaining) concepts, ideas, principles etc: the impor-
tance of sustainability and environmental manage-
ment to the prompt completion of an engineering proj-
ect. Applying (implementing, carrying out, using, exe-
cuting) concepts, ideas, skills, theories, strategies in
different situations: performance -related quality crite-
ria. Analyzing (comparing, organizing, deconstructing,
attributing, outlining, structuring, integrating) system-
atic process controls. Evaluating (checking, hypothe-
sizing, critiquing, experimenting, judging, testing,
detecting, monitoring) construction methods and pro-
cedures. Creating (designing, constructing, planning,
producing, inventing, devising, making) through
Research and Case Study Review.
AQSP400: Integrating Project – ECTS:5
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content: meas-
urement methods and standards. Understanding
(interpreting, exemplifying, paraphrasing, classifying,
summarizing, inferring, explaining) concepts, ideas,
principles etc: the interrelated use of measurement
and standards. Applying (implementing, carrying out,
using, executing) concepts, ideas, skills, theories,
strategies in different situations: knowledge and skills
into the setting up methods for the measurement of a
project. Analyzing (comparing, organizing, decon-
structing, attributing, outlining, structuring, integrating)
in order to obtain information technical legal.
Evaluating (checking, hypothesizing, critiquing, exper-
imenting, judging, testing, detecting, monitoring): the
results, amend and reiterate. Creating (designing,
constructing, planning, producing, inventing, devis-
ing, making) through review and research and obtain-
ing information regarding a realistic project and
assessment and evaluation by the student of the situ-
ation providing proposals regarding measurement,
planning and procurement, administration, dispute
resolution or a combination thereof in relation to the
specific project.
AMAT182: Linear Algebra with Analytic Tools,
ECTS: 5
Vectors and Vector spaces, Matrices, Determinants,
Linear Transformations, Systems of Linear Equations,
Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors, Matlab Applications,
Applications of Linear Algebra to Engineering and
other problems.
AQSE430: Evaluating Sustainable Development,
ECTS: 5
Remembering (recognizing, listing, describing, identi-
fying, retrieving, naming, locating, finding, defining)
specific information from the course content: the cost
of sustainable materials, methods and procedures,
as well as the value of energy conservation.
Understanding (interpreting, exemplifying, paraphras-
ing, classifying, summarizing, inferring, explaining)
concepts, ideas, principles etc: the importance of
sustainability and environmental management in the
whole life cost of an engineering project. Applying
(implementing, carrying out, using, executing) con-
cepts, ideas, skills, theories, strategies in different sit-
uations: cost-benefit analyses for sustainable materi-
als, methods and energy resources. Analyzing (com-
paring, organizing, deconstructing, attributing, outlin-
ing, structuring, integrating): whole-life cycle costing
and advice on whole life appraisal. Evaluating
(checking, hypothesizing, critiquing, experimenting,
judging, testing, detecting, monitoring): Evaluate
sustainable development in the construction environ-
ment. Creating (designing, constructing, planning,
producing, inventing, devising, making): through
research and case study review.
Department of
Computer Science and Engineering
Chairperson
Kyriacou Costas

Vice-chairperson
Charalambous Christoforos

Professors
Batanov Dencho

Associate Professors
Charalambous Christoforos
Kyriacou Costas
Kyriacou Efthyvoulos

Assistant Professors
Demetriou George
Loizidou Stephania

Lecturers
Chrysostomou Chrysostomos
Dekoulis George
Haralambous Haris
Papadopoulos Harris
Pericleous Savvas
Tatas Constantinos

Visiting Teaching Staff

Christofi Loizos

Special Teaching Staff

Antoniades Periklis
Hadjisavvas Venediktos
Kanios Michalis
Lambrou Antonis
Markides Christos
Mylonas Nikos
Skoullos Michalis
Computer Engineering
4 Years, Bachelor of Science, European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System, ECTS

Aims and Objectives of the Program:

The Program focuses on computer systems with integrated understanding of computer hardware and software, and on the use of computers to
control processes in the real world. The Program prepares graduates for employment as computer engineers and lays the foundation for graduate
studies in the field of computer engineering.

The objective of the Program is to produce graduates that graduares are academically competent in the field of computer engineering and make
connections with related disciplines are equally comfortable in working with computer software and hardware are competent in the design, testing
and programming of microprocessor based, computer and computer-controlled systems are familiar with the world of work through practical
experience, gained through laboratory work and project development recognize the requirements and limitations for computer systems in the sci-
entific and industrial environments acquire the foundation for further development in graduate or professional areas.

Laboratories

The CSE Department maintains the following teaching and research laboratories:
- Software Engineering Laboratories
- Computer Engineering Laboratories (Instrumentations, Digital Systems, Microprocessors / Embedded Systems, Automation and Robotics)
- High End Laboratory (non-teaching lab for processor demanding applications such as multimedia and numerical analysis)
- High Performance Computing Center (computer cluster for parallel computing)

Professional Eligibility

The Program graduates are eligible to register to the Technical Chamber of Cyprus.
The Program requires the completion of 240 ECTS credits and
comprises of required courses, computer engineering electives,
technical electives, free electives and general electives.

ECTS Technical Electives ECTS Hours

Required Courses 201 AEEE229 Circuit Analysis 5 3
Computer Engineering Electives 15 AEEC345 Control Engineering with Laboratory 6 3+1*
Technical Electives 15 AEEE341 Communication Systems I 5 3
Free Electives 5 AEEE404 Power Electronics 5 3
General Electives 4 ACSC155 System Analysis and Design I 5 3
TOTAL 240 ACSC223 Database Systems 6 3+1*
ACSC285 Numerical Methods 5 3+1*
Required Courses ECTS Hours ACSC300 Logic Programming 5 3+1*
ACOE101 Freshman Computer Engineering 6 3+1* ACSC330 Computer Graphics 6 3+1*
ACOE161 Digital Logic for Computers 7 3+2* ACSC368 Artificial Intelligence 5 3+1*
ACOE201 Computer Architecture I 7 3+2* ACSC371 Programming Languages 5 3
ACOE243 Computer Interfacing 5 2+2* ACSC373 Compiler Writing 5 3+1*
ACOE251 Assembly Language 5 3 ACSC374 Computer Aided Design 5 3+1*
ACOE255 Microprocessors I 6 3+2* ACSC375 Multimedia 6 3+1*
ACOE301 Computer Architecture II 5 3 ACSC383 Software Engineering 6 3+1*
ACOE312 Data Communications and ACSC401 Algorithms and Complexity 5 3
Computer Networks 5 3 ACSC424 Network Application Programming 6 3+1*
ACOE322 Local and Metropolitan Area Networks 6 3+1* ACSC468 Machine Learning 5 3
ACOE343 Real-Time Embedded Processor Systems 6 2+2* ACSC476 Internet Technologies 6 3+1*
ACOE347 Data Acquisition and Automation Systems 5 2+2*
ACOE361 Digital Systems Design 6 3+1* Computer Engineering Electives ECTS Hours
ACOE390 Project 4 1+1* ACOE412 Digital Communications 5 3
ACOE401 Parallel Processing 6 3+1* ACOE414 Robotics 5 3
ACOE419 Digital Integrated Circuits and VLSI Design 5 3 ACOE418 Digital Signal Processing 5 3
ACOE489 Senior Project Planning 3 1 ACOE422 Wireless Computer Networks 5 3
ACOE490 Senior Project 6 1 ACOE423 Interconnection Networks 5 3
ACSC182 Programming Principles I 6 3+1* ACOE428 Digital Image Processing 5 3
ACSC183 Programming Principles II 6 3+1* ACOE452 Neural Networks and Fuzzy Systems 5 3
ACSC191 Discrete Mathematics 5 3 ACOE455 High Performance Processor Architecture 5 3
ACSC271 Concepts of Modern Operating Systems 5 3
ACSC288 Data Structures 5 3+1* Free Electives
ACSC372 Advanced Programming in the Unix Env/nt 6 3+1* Free Elective is a course offered by other Departments of the University for
ACSC382 Object Oriented Programming 6 3+1* which a student is qualified to register.
AELE221 Circuits Analysis I with Laboratory 6 3+2*
AELE210 Signals, Systems and Transforms 5 3 General Electives
AELE237 Electronics I with Laboratory 6 3+2* Students should choose one course from group A and one course
AELE337 Electronics II with Laboratory 6 3+2* from group B.
AENG223 Professional Ethics and Conduct 3 2 ECTS Hours
AENG224 Technical Report Writing 3 2 Group A - Cyprus Studies
APHY111 Mechanics, Heat and Waves with Laboratory 5 3+1* AECH111 Cyprus in the 20th Century 2 2
APHY112 Electromagnetism and Optics with Laboratory 5 3+1* AECH101 Introduction to the History of Cyprus 2 2
AMAT181 Linear Algebra with MATLAB 5 3
AMAT111 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I 5 3 Group B - Greek Language and Literature
AMAT122 Calculus and Analytic Geometry II 5 3 AEGL111 Modern Greek Literature 2 2
AMAT223 Calculus III 5 3 AEGL101 Introduction to Greek Language 2 2
AMAT204 Differential Equations 5 3
AMAT300 Probability and Statistics 5 3
*Laboratory Hours
Computer Science
4 Years,Bachelor of Science, European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System, ECTS

Aims and Objectives of the Program:

The Program aims towards the provision of knowledge to students in three main areas:
- Theory of Computer Science: To provide students with a clear understanding of the theoretical background and basis of computation, train
them in formal thinking and appreciate concepts of complexity and computability. To this end, apart from courses relating to Mathematics,
courses on logic, data structures, algorithms and complexity and theory on programming languages will contribute.
- Appreciation of Computer Systems: To provide students with a strong theoretical as well as practical understanding of the design and
development of modern computer systems in general. Courses contributing to this goal include digital design, computer architecture,
communications and networks and operating systems.
- Development of Applications: To provide students with the skills in appreciating, designing and implementing computer solutions to a variety of
problems. Fields that are addressed include programming, database systems, systems analysis and software engineering and development.

The objective of the Program is to produce graduates that:

- Become academically competent in the field of computer science and make connections with related disciplines
- Are able to continue their studies at graduate level in any computer science related field.
- Handle the problems of scale and complexity that applications in industry and commerce present.
- Are familiar with the world of work through practical experience, gained through laboratory work and project development
- Appreciate the need to construct systems that both satisfy requirements and enhance the lives of those who use them
- Recognize the requirements and limitations for computer systems in the scientific and industrial environments
- Understand the design and programming issues that underlie the construction of systems that can be changed, extended and adapted to meet
the demands of a rapidly changing technological and commercial environment.
- Understand the technologies related to computer systems and appreciate and adapt to changes in such technologies.

Laboratories

The CSE Department maintains the following teaching and research laboratories:
- Software Engineering Laboratories
- Computer Engineering Laboratories (Instrumentations, Digital Systems, Microprocessors / Embedded Systems, Automation and Robotics)
- High End Laboratory (non-teaching lab for processor demanding applications such as multimedia and numerical analysis)
- High Performance Computing Center (computer cluster for parallel computing)

Professional Eligibility
The Program graduates are eligible to register to the Technical Chamber of Cyprus.
The Program requires the completion of 240 ECTS credits and Computer Electives
comprises of required courses, computer electives, free electives Students must complete a minimum of 63 ECTS. Computer electives are
and general electives as specified below: divided into two levels and students are required to obtain at least 8
courses from level 2
ECTS ECTS Hours
Required Courses 168 Level I
Computer Electives 63 ACSC105 Business Information Systems 5 3
Free Electives 5 AMAT204 Differential Equations 5 3
General Electives 4 ACSC224 Probability and Statistics II 5 3
TOTAL 240 ACSC231 Internet Communication and Web Design 5 3+1*
ACSC299 Visual Programming and Human
Required Courses ECTS Hours Computer Interaction 5 3+1*
ACSC101 Freshman Computer Science 5 3 ACSC345 System Analysis and Design II 5 3
ACSC124 Probability and Statistics I 5 3 ACSC374 Computer Aided Design 5 3+1*
AMAT111 Calculus I 5 3 APHY112 Electromagnetism and Optics with Lab 5 3+1*
AMAT122 Calculus II 5 3 Level II
ACSC155 System Analysis And Design I 5 3 ACOE251 Assembly Language 5 3
ACOE161 Digital Logic For Computers 7 3+2* ACSC373 Compiler Writing 5 3+1*
AMAT181 Linear Algebra And Analytic Geometry 5 3+1* ACSC375 Multimedia 6 3+1*
ACSC182 Programming Principles I 6 3+1* ACSC402 Neural Networks And Fuzzy Systems 5 3
ACSC183 Programming Principles II 6 3+1* ACSC410 E-Business Concepts 5 3
ACSC191 Discrete Mathematics 5 3 ACSC416 Decision Support And
ACOE201 Computer Architecture I 7 3+2* Knowledge-Based Systems 5 3
ACSC223 Database Systems 6 3+1* ACOE422 Wireless Computer Networks 5 3
ACSC271 Concepts Of Modern Operating Systems 5 3 ACSC425 Introduction to Operations Research 5 3
ACSC285 Numerical Methods 5 3+1* ACSC468 Machine Learning 5 3
ACSC288 Data Structures 5 3+1* ACOE301 Computer Architecture II 5 3
ACSC300 Logic Programming 5 3+1* ACSC330 Computer Graphics 5 3+1*
ACOE312 Data Communications and ACOE361 Digital Systems Design 6 3+1*
Computer Networks 5 3 ACOE401 Digital Processing 6 3+1*
ACOE322 Local And Metropolitan Area Networks 6 3+1* ACSC404 Web-Enabled Applications 6 3+1*
ACSC368 Artificial Intelligence 5 3+1* ACOE414 Robotics 5 3
ACSC371 Programming Languages 5 3 ACOE428 Digital Image Processing 5 3
ACSC372 Advanced Programming in ACSC424 Network Application Programming 6 3+1*
the Unix Environment 6 3+1*
ACSC389 Software Engineering Project I 3 1 Free Electives
ACSC390 Software Engineering Project II 3 1 Free Elective is a course offered by other Departments of the University for
ACSC382 Object Oriented Programming 6 3+1* which a student is qualified to register.
ACSC383 Software Engineering 6 3+1*
ACSC384 Modeling Database Management Systems 6 3+1* General Electives
ACSC385 Object Oriented Database Management 6 3+1* Students should choose one course from group A and one course
ACSC401 Algorithms And Complexity 5 3 from group B.
ACSC476 Internet Technologies 6 3+1* ECTS Hours
ACSC489 Senior Project Preparation 2 0 Group A - Cyprus Studies
ACSC490 Senior Project 5 1 AECH111 Cyprus in the 20th Century 2 2
AENG223 Professional Ethics and Conduct 3 2 AECH101 Introduction to the History of Cyprus 2 2
AENG224 Technical Report Writing 3 2
Group B - Greek Language and Literature
AEGL111 Modern Greek Literature 2 2
AEGL101 Introduction to Greek Language 2 2

*Laboratory Hours
Description of Courses
ACOE101: Freshman Computer Engineering,
6 ECTS
Introduction to the computing discipline. Historic evo-
lution of computing. Disciplines of computing, relation
of the computer engineering discipline with related
disciplines such as computer science, information
systems and electrical engineering. Overview of the
basic educational areas of computing: digital systems
and computer hardware, operating systems, pro-
gramming and algorithms, data communications and
computer networks. Social and professional issues:
Social context of computing, professional and ethical
responsibilities, intellectual property, social implica-
tions of the Internet and computer crime.
ACOE161: Digital Logic for Computers, 7 ECTS
Introduction to digital logic and digital circuits.
Number systems and codes: Conversions, arithmetic
operations, negative number representation, fraction-
al numbers, and alphanumeric codes. Combinational
circuits: logic expressions, simplification, of logic
expressions, Circuit implementation of logic functions.
Design of combinational MSI digital circuits.
Sequential circuits: latches and flip-flops, truth tables
and excitation tables, level and edge triggering, coun-
ters and registers. Finite State Machines.
Programmable logic devices: PLAs, PALs, CPLDs and
FPGAs. Laboratory work using basic TTL ICs to imple-
ment logic functions.
ACOE201: Computer Architecture I, 7 ECTS
Introduction to computer architecture and organiza-
tion. Von-Neuman architecture, hardware level of a
computer. Instruction set architectures, relation of
hardware with software. Flow of information at the reg-
ister level. CPU design: datapaths, register files, ALU,
buses. Sequencing and control, hardwired and micro-
programmed control. Semiconductor memory
devices and memory expansion. Memory hierarchies,
caches and virtual memory. I/O organization, periph-
eral devices, I/O interfacing, interrupts, and DMA.
Laboratory work including the design of computer
hardware components using VHDL and implementa-
tion on FPGA boards.
ACOE243: Computer Interfacing , 5 ECTS
Introduction to computer interfacing techniques and
applications. Computer Interfacing including micro-
processor bus interfacing, interfacing standards (ISA,
PCI) as well as interfacing through the parallel port
(LPT), serial port (COM) and USB ports. Individual or
small group experiments performed on personal com-
puters equipped with special purpose cards.
Experiments on timers/counters, data transfer, dis-
plays, motor speed control and positioning, as well as
analog interfacing through A/D and D/A converters.
Use of programmed controlled, interrupt, and DMA
modes of data transfer.
ACOE251:Assembly Language, 5 ECTS
Introduction to assembly language programming.
Overview of the basic characteristics of the Intel 80X86
microprocessors. Programming models, segmentation
and memory models. Data formats, and relation to data
types used by high level languages. Data movement,
arithmetic, logic and branch instructions. Addressing
modes. Software constructs and assembly language
implementation of the basic program control structures.
Procedure call mechanisms and parameter passing
mechanisms. Programs to solve arithmetic problems
and manipulate character strings. Input/Output using
the BIOS and Windows API functions.
ACOE255: Microprocessors I, 6 ECTS
Introduction to microprocessor design and program-
ming. Overview of microprocessor families. Basic
hardware characteristics of the 80x86 microproces-
sors. Memory interfacing: semiconductor memory
devices, address decoding and memory bus, bus
contention, memory timing analysis and synchroniza-
tion. Input/Output interfacing: Isolated and memory
mapped I/O, interfacing with two state devices, I/O
synchronization using interrupts. Analog interfacing:
Digital to analog and analog to digital converters.
Interfacing with programmable devices such as PIO,
PIT, PIC, DMAC, and USART. Laboratory work on
microprocessor boards.
ACOE301: Computer Architecture II, 5 ECTS
Advanced computer architecture and organization
with emphasis on performance metrics and cost,
instruction set architectures, RISC processor design,
pipelining, and memory hierarchy. Performance
Metrics and evaluation. Instruction Set Architectures.
RISC processor design: Datapath design, arithmetic
circuits, instruction decoding and control design.
Multiple clock cycle implementation and interrupts.
Pipelining: Pipelined datapath and pipeline control.
Control, data and branch hazards. Stalls, forwarding,
branch prediction and speculative execution.
Superscalar processors. Memory Hierarchy: Cache
memory, cache organization and performance. High
performance memory devices, Virtual memory.
ACOE312: Data Communications and Computer
Networks, 5 ECTS
To familiarize students with data communication prin-
ciples such as the OSI and TCP/IP reference models
and associated protocols, analogue and digital data
transmission, channel capacity, signal encoding tech-
niques, digital data, analogue and digital signals, dig-
ital data communication techniques, asynchronous
and synchronous transmission, types of error, error
detection, line configurations, Interfacing, data link
control, flow and error control, multiplexing, FDM,
Synchronous and Statistical TDM, ADSL, circuit and
packet switching.
ACOE322: Local and Metropolitan Area
Networks, 6 ECTS
Topics in LANs, MANs and WANs. Emphasis on exist-
ing and new technologies. Local Area Networks:
Transmission media and topologies, and medium
access control methods. The OSI reference model in
LANs. Data encryption techniques for security and pri-
vacy in networks. Overview of existing LANs
Metropolitan Area Networks and Wide Area Networks:
Internetworking devices such as repeaters, bridges,
routers and gateways. Congestion and traffic control.
The upper OSI Layers: The Transport Layer, the
Session Layer, the Presentation Layer, and the
Application Layer. The TCP/IP Protocol Suite: Relation
of TCP/IP with the Internet and the OSI reference
model.
ACOE343: Real-Time Embedded Processor
Systems, 6 ECTS
Introduction to the design of real-time embedded
processor systems, including microcontrollers, digital
signal processors and network processors. Hardware
description of and software development using
embedded C/C++ and assembly programming for
the 8051-based and the MSC121x microcontrollers.
The DSP development system, real-time input and
output applications with the DSK, Architecture and ISA
of the C64x processor, fixed-point considerations.
Laboratory work on single board systems using
microcontrollers, DSPs and network processors.
ACOE347: Data Acquisition and Automation
Systems, 5 ECTS
Introduction to computer based instrumentation,
automation systems and programmable logic con-
trollers. Instrumentation Technology: sensors, trans-
ducers, and signal conditioners and recording
devices. Digital to analog and analog to digital con-
version, computer based data acquisition systems.
Automation systems: microprocessors based con-
trollers, computer based controllers, microcontrollers,
industrial computers and Programmable Logic
Controllers. PLC programming using ladder dia-
grams. Laboratory work using data acquisition and
automation hardware and software.
ACOE361: Digital Systems Design, 6 ECTS
Advanced topics in digital design with emphasis on
reconfigurable devices and EDA systems. Design
synchronous sequential circuits using techniques
such as state diagrams, state equations, and ASM
charts. PLD and hardware description languages.
Understand the role of EDA tools for ASIC/VLSI
design. ASIC technologies, PLDs, . Design hazard
free asynchronous and synchronous Digital Systems
using ASMs. Implement Mealy and Moore ASMs
using PROMs, Multiplexers, PLDs, FPLAs and FPGAs.
Laboratory work using FPGA boards and VHDL.
ACOE390: Project, 4 ECTS
The purpose of this project is to provide students with
practical experience in the construction, programming
and testing of electronic circuits related to computers.
CAD/CAE facilities will be used during the develop-
ment of the project. Assessment of the project will be
based on students’ achievement, project documenta-
tion and oral presentation.
ACOE401: Parallel Processing, 6 ECTS
Advanced topics in parallel computer architectures
and programming. Historic evolution and motivation
of parallel processing. Parallel computer models and
classification. Performance metrics: workloads and
benchmarks, execution time, throughput, speedup
and efficiency. Interconnection Networks: organiza-
tion, topologies and performance. Shared Memory
Multiprocessors: the cache coherence problem,
memory consistency and synchronization mecha-
nisms. Latency tolerance techniques. Parallel
Programming for shared memory systems using
OpenMP and message passing systems using MPI.
ACOE412: Digital Communications, 5 ECTS
Principles of digital communication systems as used
for applications in fixed and mobile telephony, wired
and wireless computer networks, data storage and
digital broadcasting. This course is mainly concerned
with the physical layer and the different ways in which
data may be transmitted and received over communi-
cation links such as a cable, optical fibers and radio
channels. Source and channel coding are briefly con-
sidered and also the demands for multiple access to
radio channels.
ACOE414: Robotics, 5 ECTS
Characteristics and classification of robotic systems.
Sensors and actuators used in robotic systems.
Theory and mathematics involved in robot kinematics
and dynamics. Robot control theory. Programming
using high level and standard robot languages, to
control the operation of a robot system. Fundamentals
of algorithms and techniques used in motion plan-
ning, mapping and localization.
ACOE418: Digital Signal Processing, 5 ECTS
Advanced topics in digital signal processing. Discrete
Time Signals and Systems: classification of signals
and systems, impulse response and convolution.
Sampling, sampling theorem, analog-to-digital and
digital-to-analog conversion. z-transforms: properties
of the z-transform and inversion of z-transform.
Frequency Domain Analysis of Signals: Fourier trans-
form for continuous-time aperiodic signals, discrete
Fourier Transform (DFT) and Fast Fourier Transform
(FFT) algorithms. Digital Filters: classification of filters,
frequency selective filters, FIR vs IIR filters. Design of
digital filters. Linear Phase filters.
ACOE419: Digital Integrated Circuits and VLSI
Design, 5 ECTS
Advanced topics in VLSI circuit design methodolo-
gies, VLSI layout methodologies, and digital integrat-
ed circuit fabrication. MOS transistor theory, CMOS
processing technology, performance and circuit
analysis, and simulation. Design methodology and
tools for design, testing and verification.
Combinational circuit design, sequential circuit
design, arithmetic circuits, memory, PLAs and special
purpose subsystems. VLSI fabrication techniques.
Process technology to produce integrated circuits
with emphasis on silicon technology.
ACOE422: Wireless Computer Networks, 5 ECTS
Concepts of mobile communication systems and
wireless computer networks. Wireless Transmission:
frequencies & regulations, signals, antennas, signal
propagation, multiplexing, modulation, spread spec-
trum, cellular systems etc. Medium Access Control:
SDMA, FDMA, TDMA, CDMA. Telecommunication
Systems: GSM (HSCSD, GPRS), DECT, TETRA,
UMTS/IMT-2000. Wireless LAN: infrastructure/ad-hoc,
IEEE 802.11, HiperLAN2, mobile QoS, Bluetooth, IEEE
802.15. Mobile Network Layer: Mobile IP, DHCP, ad-
hoc networks, routing. Satellite Systems: GEO, MEO,
LEO, routing, handover.
ACOE423: Interconnection Networks, 5 ECTS
Introduction to the design of high performance net-
works employed in high speed networks and parallel
processing systems. Shared medium networks, cross-
bar networks, multistage interconnection networks,
and hybrid networks. Basic switching techniques – cir-
cuit switching, packet switching, Virtual cut-through
switching, wormhole switching, and hybrid switching
techniques. Deadlock, Livelock and Starvation.
Routing algorithms, taxonomy, deterministic routing,
adaptive routing, resource allocation mechanisms,
and fault tolerant routing. Collective Communication
Support. Overview of current technology: Gigabit
Ethernet, Infiniband, PCI Express, Myrinet.
ACOE428: Digital Image Processing, 5 ECTS
Advanced topics in digital image processing with
emphasis on image enhancement, restoration and
coding. Image characteristics, computer vision and
image processing technology. Image enhancement
and restoration: Gray scale modification, filtering of
image signals, homomorphic processing, noise
reduction, and smoothing. Edge detection techniques
and image interpolation. Image coding and compres-
sion: Quantization, vector quantization, codebook
design, codeword assignment and Huffman coding.
Pulse code modulation, delta modulation and differ-
Introduction of students to the information processing
in mostly-used fuzzy inference systems, neural net-
works and neuro-fuzzy systems. Fuzzy sets, opera-
tions, relations and implications, Theory of approximate
reasoning, Fuzzy logic controllers, Neural networks and
biological motivation, The Perceptron and Delta learn-
ing rules, The Error Backpropagation learning rule,
Integration of fuzzy logic and neural networks, Fuzzy
neurons, Hybrid neural nets, Neuro-fuzzy classifiers.
ACOE455: High Performance Processor
Architecture, 5 ECTS
Advanced topics in high performance microarchitec-
tures with case studies on modern processors.
Technology Issues: Clock frequency trends, transistor
density trends, power scaling and temperature issues,
wire scaling, wire fan out and soft errors. Cache
Optimizations: Multilevel caches, victim caches, trace
caches. Cache prefetching: software- hardware and
thread level prefetchers. Instruction Level Parallelism:
Pipelining, superscalar, superpilelined and VLIW/EPIC
architectures. Branch prediction, speculative and out-
of-order execution. Thread Level Parallelism: latency
tolerance, multithreading, implicit/explicit multithread-
ing, blocking/non-blocking multithreading, chip multi-
processors and tiled architectures.
ACOE489: Senior Project Planning, 3 ECTS
During their senior year, students are required to
undertake an individual capstone project related to the
discipline of computer engineering. Students regis-
tered for this subject are expected to propose the topic
of their project, provide detailed objectives, give a liter-
ature review on the issues related to their project, and
suggest a methodology and planning for the imple-
mentation of the project. Assessment of this subject
will be based on students achievement expressed in a
formal report submitted by the end of the semester,
and on the student’s oral presentation .
ACOE490: Senior Project, 6 ECTS
After conducting initial research and planning students
are expected to follow the developed project plan to
meet the goals set. Students should make the neces-
sary hardware/software development or problem
analysis relevant to the field chosen and should over-
come any problems that arise with the guidance of the
project supervisor. Students should also deliver a
detailed project report that describes their work and
should also present their project outcomes to a panel
of faculty members as well as defend their work
against comments that the panel makes.
ACSC101: Freshman Computer Science, 5 ECTS
Aims to introduce students in the discipline of comput-
er science and the relevance to society. Overview of
the Computing discipline. A layered description of the
elements of a computer system in both hardware and
software terms. Introduction to computer programming
– principles, fundamental constructs and algorithmic
development. Overview of the Computer Science pro-
gram and fields covered. Applications and use of com-
puter science in everyday life, society and organisa-
tions – computer science professionals.
ACSC105:Business Information Systems, 5 ECTS
An introductory course to Management Information
Systems (MIS). Its objectives are to develop a basic
understanding of the major global business changes,
how these major changes made information systems
necessary, the concepts and techniques needed in
analyzing, designing, and managing these systems,
and to explore the applications of computer and infor-
mation technology to improve the efficiency and effec-
tiveness of individuals, groups and organizations.
ACSC155: System Analysis and Design I, 5 ECTS
This course presents an overview of the design and
development of an information system. The course will
focus on tools and techniques like SDLC, prototype
approach, CASE tools, that the programmer or analyst
can use to design and develop information systems.
Tools for describing data structure file design,
input/output design, and program specifications will be
presented. The course will survey other important
skills for the system analyst such as fact-finding, proj-
ect management, and cost-benefit analysis
ACSC182: Programming Principles I, 6 ECTS
Comprehension of the basic concepts of imperative
programming. Appreciation of program development
through data representation and construction of algo-
rithms using selection, iteration and sequence.
Purpose and need for programming. Information rep-
resentation in programs (types and variables).
Statements, assignments and operations. Conditional
and repetitive statements. Principles of algorithmic
design. Composite data type (arrays, structures). Data
input/output. Introduction to modularity – functions.
ACSC183: Programming Principles II, 6 ECTS
Familiarization of students with advanced practices of
Function design and development. Function communi
cation and parameter passing. Construction of com-
plex static data types. Pointers – static and dynamic
data, efficient data handling. File manipulation.
Introduction to object orientation – classes, objects,
methods, properties and data access.
ACSC191: Discrete Mathematics, 5 ECTS
Main concepts and techniques of discrete structures
and their applications in computer science.
Mathematical logic; Propositional Algebra; Logical
Operators; Basic logic Equivalences; Predicates;
Quantifiers; Proof Methods and Mathematical Induction;
Set Operations; Venn diagrams; Set Identities;
Relations; Equivalence Classes; Functions and
Properties; Function Inverse and Composition; Graphs
and Trees; Graph Representation; Isomorphism;
Connectivity; Euler and Hamiltonian Graphs; Minimal
Spanning Trees; Kruskal’s Algorithm; Basic Counting
Principles; Permutations; Combinations.
ACSC223: Database Systems, 6 ECTS
Introduction of students to both theoretical and practi-
cal databases as a special type of software systems
for storing and retrieving huge amount of data, related
models and implementation techniques. Data,
Information, Models, Relations. Relational Model.
Methods and Techniques for Conceptual and Logical
Database Design: Entity-Relationships, Semantic
Modeling, Normalization. SQL: Data Definition and
Data Manipulation Languages. Working with MySQL.
ACSC231: Internet Communication and Web
Design, 5 ECTS
Introduce students to the basic model of Internet com-
munication focusing on immersing students into the
process of planning, designing and building profes-
sional quality static web sites. Introduction to the
Internet environment. Basics of the HTTP protocol and
web communication. Content Development – HTML
structure, syntax and features. Web Servers and site
planning. Graphical Elements – colour, compression
and positioning. Tables, layers and template design.
Cascading Style Sheets. Content Management
Systems. Web Ethics
ACSC271: Concepts of Modern Operating
Systems, 5 ECTS
Explanation to students the structure and operations of
an operating system with regard to resource manage-
ment (CPU, memory and storage) and explain the con-
cepts of CPU scheduling, process synchronisation and
virtual memory. Computer and Operating System
structures, Processes, Threads, Scheduling, Memory
Management, Virtual Memory and File Systems.
ACSC285: Numerical Methods, 5 ECTS
Introduction of students to numerical methods and sci-
entific computation techniques for dealing with important
computational problems. Floating Point Representation;
Computer Arithmetic; Taylor Series Approximation;
Measuring and Controlling Errors; Solving Non-Linear
Equations; Iterative, Bisection, Newton-Raphson and
Secant Methods; Polynomial Interpolation with Monomial
Basis, Newton’s Divided-Difference and Langrange
Interpolating Polynomials; Numerical Integration -
Trapezoidal and Simpson’s Rules, Richardson’s
Extrapolation; Solving First-Order Ordinary Differential
Equations - Euler and Midpoint Methods.
ACSC288: Data Structures, 5 ECTS
Explanation to students of the design, implementation
and applications of data structures in computation and
introduce concepts of algorithm complexity. Dynamic
Data, Linked lists - development and operations, Linear
ADTs – Stacks, Queues, Generic Trees, tree traversals,
Heaps and Priority Queues, Introduction to algorithmic
complexity – the searching and sorting problems.
ACSC299: Visual Programming and Human
Computer Interaction, 5 ECTS
Introduction of students to the fundamental principles of
event-driven programming and to programming using a
visual environment, and gives students an understand-
ing of the main ideas of HCI. Event driven programming,
The VB .Net IDE, Forms, Controls, Properties, Events
and Methods, Data Types and Procedures, Menus and
Dialogue Boxes, File handling, Foundations of HCI,
Interaction design; Design rules and heuristics.
ACSC300: Logic Programming, 5 ECTS
Introduction of students to the declarative programming
paradigm and provision of students with a good working
knowledge of the Prolog programming language. Terms,
Clauses, Predicates, Facts, Rules, Queries, Syntax and
Meaning of Prolog Programs, Recursion, Arithmetic and
Lists, Using Structured Data, Input and Output,
Backtracking, Cut, Negation, System Predicates.
ACSC330: Computer Graphics, 5 ECTS
Introduces students to the design and implementation
of computer graphics. Students will be able to under-
This course offers an approach to improve IS knowledge
and automated techniques. Students should realize the
importance of an information System in both public and
private sectors. Develop an understanding of how and
when to use computers and information technology in
order to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of indi-
viduals, groups and organizations. Concepts of E-busi-
ness, distributed databases, Object Oriented tech-
niques and tools are discussed and analyzed.
ACSC368: Artificial Intelligence, 5 ECTS
Introduces students to the main areas of interest in
practical Artificial Intelligence with the use of the Prolog
programming language. Basic problem solving strate-
gies, Heuristics: evaluation and cost functions,
AND/OR graph representation of problems, Semantic
networks, Frames, Inheritance, Expert systems,
Forward and backward chaining, Algorithmic machine
learning, Concept learning, Version spaces, Game
trees, Minimax search.
ACSC371: Programming Languages, 5 ECTS
Familiarization of students with mathematical concepts
of various programming paradigms and formal lan-
guage development. Programming Domains;
Language Evaluation Criteria; Influences on Language
Design; Programming Language Categories;
Implementation Methods; Models of Computation;
Church’s thesis; Languages and Grammars; Chomsky
hierarchy; Backus-Naur Form; Parsing; Names,
Bindings, Type Checking, and Scopes; Functional
Programming Languages; Introduction to Scheme;
Statement-Level Control Structures; Iteration and
Recursion; Exception Handling.
ACSC372: Advanced Programming in the UNIX
Environment, 6 ECTS
Recall operating system concepts and introduce stu-
dents to UNIX fundamentals as an Operating System
thus expanding knowledge using UNIX variants. UNIX
commands and Shells, Shell programming,
Automating tasks, Accessing and mounting devices, C
Programming using System calls, functions and expres-
sions, Process creation, communication between
processes, Network implementations, opening sockets,
creating ports, accessing and retrieving data.
ACSC373: Compiler Writing, 5 ECTS
Introduction of students to the process of compiler con-
struction, appreciate the difficulties in developing mod-
ern compilers and understand the techniques used to
support such features. The compilation process – analy-
sis and synthesis, compilation stages. Grammars and
Languages – Chomski classification, BNF. Lexical
Analysis – regular expressions and FSA. Syntax Analysis
– top-down, bottom-up parsing, grammar manipulation,
syntax trees. Semantic Analysis – type, name checking,
the Symbol Table. Intermediate Code. Run-time environ-
ment – activation records, dynamic memory and heaps.
ACSC374: Computer Aided Design, 5 ECTS
Planes and coordinates. Projections. Points and lines.
Line segments. Vectors and generation. Display
devices. The Design file and element creation. File cre-
ation. Attaching menus. Design file concepts.
Activating drawing commands. The main palette.
Window Controls.Linear, angular, radial dimensioning.
Manager utilities. New features in CAD.
ACSC375: Multimedia, 6 ECTS
To explain to students what Multimedia is in its most
recent format together with the main emerging applica-
tions of Multimedia nowdays. Furthermore, concepts
like Hypermedia, Multimedia Conferencing, Hyperlink,
Hypertext, Virtual Reality, Computer Animation,
Computer Simulation, HCI, Multimedia Networking,
Multimedia Encoding, Congestion Control,
Compression (Video and Audio), Image Resolution
(Audio and Video) are things to be analysed.
ACSC382: Object Oriented Programming, 6 ECTS
The course ensures deep understanding of the princi-
ples of object orientation – abstraction, data encapsu-
lation and information hiding, message passing, inher-
itance and polymorphism - and their implementation in
Java programming language. Java Virtual Machine,
Objects, Classes and Instances, Types and Abstract
Data Types, Inheritance and Interfaces, Packages,
Exception Handling, Early and Late Binding,
Polymorphic behavior.
ACSC383: Software Engineering, 6 ECTS
Introduction to software engineering as a systematic
approach to development of software as product empha-
sizing the basic analysis and design phases based on the
most popular and proven in practice development cycle
models. Object-Oriented Software Engineering, Models
and Diagrams, SASE Tools, Requirements and
Specifications, UML – Use Cases, Class and Object
Diagrams, Sequence Diagrams, Design Patterns,
Introduction to Components and Frameworks.
Description of Courses
ACSC384: Modeling Database Management
Systems, 6 ECTS
The course aims to expand and deepen the students’
knowledge and skills with the functions and role of
DBMS as an interface between the end users and
database. Three-level ANSI SPARC Architecture, Data
and Database Administrators – roles and responsibil-
ities, Transa-ctions, Concurrency Control, Recovery
methods and techniques, Security, Programmatic use
of DBMS – working with MySQL from popular pro-
gramming languages.
ACSC385: Object Oriented Database
Management, 6 ECTS
The course aims to introduce students to modern
practices in the development of multi client and multi
site database-centric information systems focusing on
data centric APIs. Client server, multi-client environ-
ments. Client-side database components – connected
vs disconnected mode. Data persistence, concurrency
control and transactions. XML data representation and
use – handling, XML schemas and XML queries.
ACSC389: Software Engineering Project I, 3
ECTS
The course familiarizes students with practices in the
development of modern Information System solutions
through experiencing the development process
applied on a real-life-like environment. Problem evalu-
ation and role assignment to group members.
Establishment of project requirements and system
specification. Analyse system and develop logical
database schema.
ACSC390: Software Engineering Project II,
3 ECTS
The course familiarizes students with practices in the
development of modern Information System solutions
through experiencing the development process
applied on a real-life-like environment. System design
and implementation of core units including database
and client systems. Prototype development.
Documentation and evaluation of results. Presentation.
ACSC401: Algorithms and Complexity, 5 ECTS
The course gives an extensive treatment of design
methods, asymptotic analysis of algorithms and apply
basic complexity theory. Computability; Unsolvability;
Algorithm Principles; Analysis; Time and Space com-
plexity; Function Growth Rates; Sorting (quicksort,
mergesort, heapsort, insertion sort) Searching (Binary
search trees, hash tables) Algorithmic paradigms:
Greedy Algorithms, Divide-Conquer Technique;
Dynamic Programming; Introduction to Graph Theory
- traversal methods, Minimal Spanning trees; Single
Source Shortest-path algorithms; NP-Completeness
and Reducibility, addressing NP-hard problems,
branch and bound.
ACSC402: Neural Networks And Fuzzy Systems,
5 ECTS
The course introduces students to the information
processing in mostly-used fuzzy inference systems,
neural networks and neuro-fuzzy systems. Fuzzy sets,
operations, relations and implications, Theory of
approximate reasoning, Fuzzy logic controllers,
Neural networks and biological motivation, The
Perceptron and Delta learning rules, The Error
Backpropagation learning rule, Integration of fuzzy
logic and neural networks, Fuzzy neurons, Hybrid
neural nets, Neuro-fuzzy classifiers.
ACSC404: Web-Enabled Applications, 6 ECTS
The course provides students with an in-depth under-
standing and practical experience in the development
of applications that utilise the Web. Types of web
applications – B2C, B2B, characteristics and features
needed. Multi-tiered architectures – middleware com-
ponents – lifecycle and efficiency. Session tracking
and data scopes. Backend connectivity, connection
pooling. XML in web applications – XML parsing,
DOM, SAX, XSLT. Introduction to web services.
Security and integration of web applications.
ACSC410: E-Business Concepts, 5 ECTS
The course ensures understanding of the mutual influ-
ence of business and technology on each other and
their role as driving forces of E-business based on solid
introduction to the theoretical concepts as well as prac-
tical work. Information Infrastructure, Communication
Models and Paradigms: B2B, B2C, Internet and Web
working mechanisms, E-marketing strategies and tech-
nical implementation considerations, CRM applica-
tions, Intelligent systems and application integration.
ACSC416: Decision Support & Knowledge-Based
Systems, 5 ECTS
The course provides students with a basic under-
standing of the information systems that are specifi-
cally designed to support complex decision-making
processes within or across organizations. Ingredients
of a DSS, Categories and classes of DSS systems,
Decision-making and the support DSS can provide,
Modelling decision processes, Expert Systems, Data
Warehouses, Data Mining, Data Visualisation.
ACSC424: Network Application Programming,
6 ECTS
The course introduces students to networking con-
cepts and network programming techniques. This
course addresses the high level programming
aspects related to the design and analysis of the com-
puter networks and distributed systems. It covers the
TCP/UDP transport layer programming interface and
the methodology of design and implementation of
client-server network applications. The content is
related to the Internet protocol stack, the underlying
mechanisms, and the services available.
ACSC425: Introduction to Operations Research, 5 ECTS
The course gives an elementary exposition of
Operations Research (OR), explaining how difficult
problems can be addressed and solved. Provide stu-
dents with modelling skills as well as the ability to use
software to find solutions to problems of OR nature.
What is OR; Applications; Possible Gains;
Dimensionality Constraints; Modeling Problems;
Linear Program-ming; Variables; Objective Functions
and Constraints; Simplex Method; Duality;
Transportation Problems; Usage of Software
Packages; Integer Programming; Knapsack and Set-
Covering Problems; Branch and Bound Approach;
Heuristic Processes.
ACSC468: Machine Learning, 5 ECTS
The course provides students with an understanding
of the methodologies, technologies, mathematics and
algorithms currently used in the area of Machine
Learning. Concept learning, Hypothesis space,
General-to-specific ordering of hypotheses, Version
spaces and the candidate elimination algorithm,
Inductive bias, Decision tree learning, Occam’s razor,
Overfitting, Artificial neural networks, Support vector
machines, Bayesian learning, Instance-based learn-
ing, Genetic algorithms.
ACSC476: Internet Technologies, 6 ECTS
The course introduces students to net centric comput-
ing using the Internet and provide them with a deep
knowledge of the underlying technologies. Internet
networking – IPs, subnetting, NAT, transport layer pro-
tocols, DNS. Common Internet applications and pro-
tocols (file transfer, email, web). Internet Security –
cryptography (secret, public/private keys), authentica-
tion (digital signatures and certificates), access (fire-
walls). Web content development. Internet program-
ming – server/client side. JavaScript. Peer to peer.
Introduction to network programming.
ACSC489:Senior Project Preparation, 2 ECTS
Introduction of students to research methodologies
and ensure that students undertake the necessary
research investigation that will enable them to conduct
a Bachelor’s level senior project. Background reading.
Choice of appropriate research methods, setting of
project goals and project development planning.
ACSC490: Senior Project, 5 ECTS
The course aims at providing students with the neces-
sary experience to address on their own a complex
problem (either of research or applied nature) relevant
to a field of their studies. Follow the project plan devel-
oped. Problem analysis, software development
according to project specification. Development of
project report and presentation of work to a faculty
committee.
AELE221: Circuit Analysis I with Lab, 6 ECTS
Introduction to circuit theory and analysis. Electrical
quantities and units. Analysis of DC and AC circuits
using Ohms law, Kirchoff’s law, Theveni’s theorem,
Norton’s theorem, mesh and nodal analysis.
Capacitive and inductive circuit transient and steady
state analysis. SPICE simulations using a variety of
popular commercial software packages. Experimental
verification of circuit theorems
AELE237: Electronics I with Laboratory, 6 ECTS
Introduction to analog electronics with emphasis on
basic discrete components such as the diodes, the
bipolar junction transistors and field effect transistors.
Semiconductor materials and theory. P- N- junctions
and diodes: characteristics, models and applications
such as rectifying and clipping circuits. Transistors
(BJT, FET): characteristics, models and applications
such as switching circuits and amplifiers. Simulations
using a variety of popular commercial software pack
ages. Experimental work on electronic device charac-
teristics and applications.
AELE337: Electronics II with Laboratory, 6 ECTS
The course aims to introduce students to advanced
analogue electronic design using operation amplifiers
and different applications such as comparators, differ-
entiators, adders, function generators. Design op-
amp based filters such as high-pass, low-pass, band-
pass and band-stop Butterworth. Experimentally veri-
fy the mathematical analysis and PSPICE simulation
results.
AENG223: Professional Ethics and Conduct,
3 ECTS
The course aims to introduce students to the social
implications of computing and networked communi-
cation. Evaluation and making of ethical arguments.
Community values and laws. The nature and role of a
professional in public policy. Codes of ethics widely
used (IEEE, ACM, SE, AITP, etc). Dealing with harass-
ment and discrimination. “Acceptable use policies” for
computer usage in organisations. Intellectual proper-
ty, copyrights, patents trade secrets and software
piracy. Privacy of information and freedom of expres-
sion in cyberspace. Public speaking, delivery and use
of visual aids. Interactive speaking, supporting ideas,
arguments and answering questions effectively.
AENG224: Technical Report Writing, 3 ECTS
The course aims to provide students with the neces-
sary methodologies that enable them to search,
extract and synthesize information on a particular area
as well as skills for developing technical reports to
professional standard. Information finding, searching
books, periodicals and the Internet, evaluation of infor-
mation and referencing. Technical report writing, writ-
ing styles, adherence to standards and report writing
applications.
AELE210: Signals, Systems and Transforms
5 ECTS
Analysis and operations on signals. Classification of
systems based on linearity, continuality, time invari-
ance and causality. Description of continuous sys-
tems using differential equations and Laplace trans-
forms. Analysis of continuous-time signals using the
Fourier series and the Fourier Transform. Transfer
function, impulse response, frequency response and
stability of LTI systems. Analysis and design of ana-
logue filters.
ASCS124: Probability and Statistics I, ECTS: 5
This course aims to familiarize the students with
descriptive and inferential statistics. This would
include the idea of population and samples, graphical
displays (stem and leaf diagram, histogram, bar
charts, frequency polygon and cumulative frequency
polygon (ogive)) and frequency distributions. It is also
demonstrated how to compare and organize data
using exploratory data analysis, like measures of loca-
tion, and measures of dispersion for raw and group
data. Probability would include the usage of probabil-
ity rules like Baye's theorem and probability distribu-
tions like Uniform, Binomial, Poisson and Normal dis-
tributions. Finally a demonstration of the statistical
software package SPSS is given.
ASCS224: Probability and Statistics II, ECTS: 5
This course aims to familiarize the students more with
inferential statistics. It includes revision of Normal dis-
tribution and central limit theorem. Also it includes
small sample theory, and sampling distribution, the
t-distribution and confidence intervals of the mean.
Large samples and confidence intervals of the mean,
proportions, difference of means and proportions is
also included. Introduction to hypothesis testing is
demonstrated. Finally forecasting and regression
analysis with the usage of chi-square distribution, to
the chi-square test of independence and goodness of
fit is shown. Usage of software package SPSS.
AEEC345: Control Engineering, with Laboratory, ECTS: 6
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of
control engineering systems. Class sessions focus on
theory and practice related to the mathematical model,
block diagram representation, open- and closed-loop
transfer function, static and transient response,
applied control actions and stability criteria of basic
electrical, mechanical and hydraulic control systems.
Topics covered include review of Laplace Transform
theory, analysis of the gain, natural/ damped frequen-
cy, damping ratio and the action of PID controllers in
the closed-loop transfer function of a control system,
as well as the judgement of the stability of a closed-
loop control system from the Routh-Hurwitch and
Nyquist Criteria and the Root Locus approach, sup-
ported by MATLAB-based CAD based simulation.
 Department of
Primary Education
Chairperson
Demetriou Loucia

Vice-chairperson
Hadjipanayiotidou Anna (Acting)

Professors
Athanasiou Leonidas
Tompaides Dimitris

Associate Professors
Demetriou Loucia

Assistant Professors
Hadjipanayiotidou Anna
Kadji Chrysanthi
Karatasou Katerina
Makrides Klitos
Panaoura Areti
Pavlou Victoria
Tsolakides Simeon*

Lecturers
Anagnostou Garifallos
Eteokleous Nikleia
Orphanos Stelios

Visiting Teaching Staff

Tzouriadou Mary – Professor
Demosthenous Evripides
Mpekos Ioannis

Special Teaching Staff

Athanasiou Georgina
Damianos Andreas
Pittalis Renos
Stylianou Paraskevi

Field Work Supervisor

Soteriades Andreas

* Rank temporarily assigned by a Selection Committee until evaluation procedure is finalised.

Primary Education
4 Years, Bachelor of Education (Ptychio), European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System, ECTS

General aim:
The program aims to help students to acquire the essential academic, pedagogical, and methodological background, and to develop desirable
skills and attitudes so that they effectively and creatively practice the profession of educator in a continuously changing and evolving world, and to
render them capable of continuing, if they so desire, into graduate studies.

The Objectives of the program are:

- The acquisition of academic and pedagogical background in the context of current perceptions.
- The development of essential teaching, administrative, and interpersonal skills and attitudes so that students practice effectively and
qualitatively the profession of educator in the elementary school.
- The acquaintance with practice in elementary school classrooms.
- The development of sensitivities and respect to the children and to the diversity among them.
- The development of inquiring mind as well as the capability and willingness for advancement of the profession and the pedagogical knowledge
through research.
- The involvement in research that promotes pedagogical knowledge and supports the profession.
- The acquisition of the background to continue studies at graduate level.

Laboratories
Students of the Department also have access to the University's general purpose computer laboratories. These laboratories, with a total of 140
workstations, offer a wide variety of software including office applications, and educational software packages. The laboratories provide high-
speed Internet access and printing facilities and are accessible 08:00 to 21:00 daily.

The program has been conditionally approved by the Evaluation Committee of Private Universities ( ECPU )
The Program requires the completion of 240 ECTS credits and GED122 Museum Education 4 3
comprises of required courses, specialization courses, elective ENG101 Basic English 3 3
courses and general education electives as specified below: ENG201 Intermediate English 3 3
ECTS ENG301 English Composition 3 3
Required Courses 204 ENG401 Advanced Writing 3 3
Elective Courses 16 HED301 Nutrition at Primary Education 4 3
Specialization Courses 8 MUS100 Music I-Theory 3 2
General Education Electives 12 MUS303 Music II-Teaching of Music at
TOTAL 240 Primary Education 3 2
ART101 Art I at Primary Education 3 2
Required
Courses ECTS Hours ART403 Art II – Teaching of Art at Primary Education 3 2
TEP301 Teaching Practice at Primary Education 8 — PED101 Physical Education I at Primary Education 3 2
TEP401 Teaching Practice at Primary Education 8 — PED103 Physical Education II – Teaching of
DIS401 Dissertation 6 — Physical Education at Primary Education 3 2
MAT202 Teaching of Mathematics at Primary Education 5 3 DIS301 Methodology of Educational Research 2 2
SCI100 Natural Sciences 5 3 DIS302 Statistics 2 2
GRK100 Text Production 5 3
GRK103 Modern Greek Literature 5 3 Elective Courses ECTS Hours
GRK102 Modern Greek Language 5 3 HED400 Topics of Health 4 3
GRK204 Teaching of Greek Language at CDL400 Child Language and its Disorders 4 3
Primary Education 5 3 CUR400 Curriculum Development 4 3
GRK205 Teaching of Literature for Children at CUR401 Educational Management/ Administration 4 3
Primary Education 5 3 TEC400 Audiovisual Technology 4 3
MAT200 Basic Mathematical Concepts 5 3 PHI401 Philosophy of Education 4 3
SCI303 Teaching of Natural Sciences at PSY401 Psychology of Personality 4 3
Primary Education 5 3 PSY402 Social Psychology 4 3
PES100 Introduction to Pedagogical Sciences 5 3 DRA200 Creative Drama 4 3
EDE201 Educational Evaluation at Primary Education 5 3 COE400 Comparative Education 4 3
GRK203 Reading and Writing at Primary Education 4 3 PCO401 Parent Counseling 4 3
HED303 Health Promotion through Primary School 4 3 TEC302 Educational Technology 4 3
GRK308 Teaching of Greek as a Second Language MOV401 Movement 4 3
at Primary Education 5 3
TEP205 Teaching Practice at Primary Education 4 — General Education Electives ECTS Hours
TEP206 Teaching Practice at Primary Education 4 — GED110 History of Cyprus 4 3
DIS402 Dissertation 4 — GED111 Public Relations 4 3
HIS300 History of Education in Greece and Cyprus 4 3 GED113 Introduction to Communication 4 3
SOC401 Sociology of Education 4 3 GED120 European Union and Cyprus 4 3
SED200 Introduction to Special Education 4 3
SED402 Learning Difficulties 4 3 Specialization ECTS Hours
ENV300 Environmental and Social Studies SPE304 Choose one of the four categories
at Primary Education 4 3 at the 5th semester 4 3
COM101 Computer Science 4 3
SEP101 School Experience I at Primary Education 4 3 A Specialization in Greek Language 4 3
SEP103 School Experience II at Primary Education 4 3 B Specialization in Mathematics 4 3
CUR102 The School Environment and its Organization C Specialization in Natural/Environmental
at Primary Education 4 3 Sciences 4 3
CUR203 Theory and Methodology of Teaching D (one of the following) Artistic Forms
at Primary Education 4 3 1 Specialization in Music
REG401 Christian Education 4 3 2 Specialization in Art Education
PSY102 Developmental Psychology 4 3 3 Specialization in Drama Education
PSY202 Psychology of Learning 4 3 4 Specialization in Physical Education 4 3
GED121 Intercultural Education 4 3
ENV402 Methodology of Environmental Studies SPE305 Specialization in the category selected
at Primary Education 4 3 at the 5th semester 4 3
Description of Courses
ART101: Art I at Primary Education, ECTS 3
Students are expected to acquire basic and neces-
sary skills in 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional cre-
ations, using a variety of materials in painting, sketch-
ing, and relief and be able to apply them in teaching
activities in the elementary school classroom.
ART403: Art II – Teaching of Art at Primary
Education, ECTS 3
The focus of this course is to analyze teaching strate-
gies and theories for better preparation of prospective
teachers for designing effective learning experiences
when teaching elementary art education. Methods of
teaching are thoroughly examined and ways of inte-
grating the guidelines given by the Ministry of
Education and Culture, into the curriculum, are dis-
cussed. Students will have the opportunity to practice
different methods of teaching in class.
CDL400: Child Language and its Disorders,
ECTS 4
This course looks at how language develops in chil-
dren. The aim will be to develop an understanding of
current models of language and cognitive processes.
The course will present developmental trends in lan-
guage development in respect of different aspects of
language (e.g., phonological-morphological). Additio-
nally, some language disorders are going to be pre-
sented and discussed.
COE400: Comparative Education, ECTS 4
Models and theories. Comparative examination and
analysis of educational issues with the application of
social sciences theories and methods. Analytic exam-
ination of the educational systems of other countries.
Evaluation, interpretation and comparison of the char-
acteristics of local and foreign educational systems,
considering the social elements and forces within
which they operate. Develop understandings around
educational issues and their examination through a
new perspective. Broadening perceptions on educa-
tion and forces that act upon it.
COM101: Computer Science, ECTS 4
The aim of the course is to help students acquire the
required knowledge and skills in order to be able to
use information technology within the context of their
profession as teachers. At the end of the course stu-
dents will be in a position to conceive the usefulness
and the necessity of using Information technology, in
accordance with the demands of the Information
Technology Era. The subjects to be covered are:
Introduction to Technology, M.S. Word, M.S. Excel,
M.S. Power Point, Email and the Internet.
CUR102: The School Environment and its
Organisation at Primary Education, ECTS 4
Students are expected to familiarize themselves with
the natural, manmade and social environment of
school, relate it to the organization of space and real-
ize the need for the acquisition of the necessary skills
for the teaching/learning activity and the functioning of
the school organization.
CUR203: Theory and Methodology of Teaching at
Primary Education, ECTS 4
Teaching and learning as an engaging and interactive
process among the teacher, the learner, and the sub-
ject matter. Teaching and learning as a problem-solv-
ing process that engages the subject matter and the
learner toward the effective learning for all students.
Processes that support the effective learning, i.e. dif-
ferentiated and personalized teaching, collaborative
learning, metacognitive development, critical thinking,
knowledge construction, interdisciplinary approach of
knowledge. Democratic processes of teaching and
learning, inclusive of equal opportunities, respect of
human rights, diversity, individuality, multiculturalism.
CUR400: Curriculum Development, ECTS 4
Educational policy and curriculum. The process and
models of curriculum development within historical,
political and sociocultural frames. The significance of
curriculum and its structural elements. The Cyprus
elementary-school curriculum and other curricula.
Curriculum development at macro and micro levels
and adaptation to the needs of particular school pop-
ulation. Cohesiveness, cohesion and sequence of
curriculum elements and their relation to teaching.
Curriculum implementation. Textbook production and
evaluation. School curriculum and out-of-school cur-
riculum. Forms of curriculum that intervene in the
process of planning and evaluation. Forms of curricu-
lum inquiry and their critical examination at local and
European level.
CUR401:Educational Management/
Administration, ECTS 4
The models of management and their implementation
in school. Effectiveness, quality and the Quality
School. The school as an organisation. Headship and
leadership. Staff Development. The Cyprus Educa-
tional System. The basic educational laws and rules.
Communication systems in education. The decision
making process. The motivation of teachers and stu-
dents. Change and innovation in education.
DIS301: Methodology of Educational Research,
ECTS 2
Basic concepts of educational research. The use of
qualitative research, the use of quantitative research
and the use of the triangulation. The different types of
variables and the scales. Research stages: under-
standing the problem, review of literature, methodolo-
gy, presentation of the results, discussion/conclu-
sions. Measurement scales. Validity and reliability of
measurements. The use of questionnaire, interview,
observation.
DIS302: Statistics, ECTS 2
The course is aimed at helping students become
acquainted with the basic types of research (qualita-
tive and quantitative) and the collection of quantitative
data. Many different indicators of descriptive statistical
analysis by using different statistical packages.
Explanation of the results of the statistical analysis and
presentation of the results by using different types of
diagrams. The selection of the appropriate statistic
criteria for each case.
DIS401 & 402 Dissertation, ECTS 10
Planning and executing a study on a topic relevant to
education based on empirical evidence or on litera-
ture review, under the supervision of a member of staff
of the department.
DRA200: Creative Drama, ECTS 4
Definition of the terms play, drama, theatre.
Introduction to the different techniques of creative
drama and their implementation in the course of the
general aims of the pre-primary and primary school
education. The contribution of creative drama to the
development of creativity, imagination, communica-
tion, mental and physical knowledge of the child.
Communication and development of the understand-
ing of social behaviour through stories and improvisa-
tion. The need of theatrical exercises and the use of
language and body language for the development of
critical thinking and understanding of the views and
needs of others. The use of drama as an educational
tool for the purpose of teaching other school subjects.
EDE201: Educational Evaluation at Primary
Education, ECTS 5
Aims of evaluation. Models of formative and compar-
ative evaluation. Types of written questions. Classic
theory text analysis criteria. Dimensions of education-
al evaluation. Error analysis (Rasch model).
Educational evaluation methods, models and forms.
Examination and analysis of authentic forms of evalu-
ation and comparison with aptitude tests.
Interpretation, presentation and dissemination of eval-
uation results with particular emphasis in the use of
the portfolio technique. Critical examination of issues
concerning educational evaluation, such as teaching,
educational work, student-records, intervention pro-
grams, education personnel, school unit, educational
system and education in general.
ENG101: Basic English, ECTS 3
The aim of the course is to develop students’ ability to
comprehend and analyze oral and written language
and to improve their communicative skills. It also aims
to familiarize the students with grammar and syntax
and provide them with extensive study of the major
grammatical and syntactic rules including, vocabulary
development and basic concepts of writing.
ENG201: Intermediate English, ECTS 3
The aim of the course is to build on Basic English
(ENG 101) and further improve students’ ability to
comprehend and analyze oral and written language
and express themselves confidently and accurately.
Instruction and extensive writing will be provided to
improve students’ reading, writing, listening, and
speaking skills.
ENG301: English Composition, ECTS 3
The aim of the course is to develop the students’ writ-
ing and oral skills on a mature level and provide
guidelines on writing essays, formal letters, and cur-
riculum vitae. Furthermore it aims to practice all lan-
guage skills in various oral and written tasks achieving
accurate and advanced communication. Finally the
course aims to sharpen student’s ability in developing
and expressing opinions, synthesizing texts and
ideas, and expressing authentic thought with clarity.
ENG401: Advanced Writing, ECTS 3
The aim of the course is to provide students with
opportunities to further develop creative writing skills
on a mature level and enable them to read, discuss
and interact on various topics in English. Important
language function and structures will be revised and
practiced in this context.
ENV300: Environmental and Social Studies at
Primary Education, ECTS 4
This course focuses on the understanding of the inter-
active relationships between man and the environ-
ment. Through the study of different dimensions of the
environment (place, time, culture, religion), the course
will support students to develop abilities, concepts
and attitudes that will be utilised towards the proper
interpretation of the environmental changes.
ENV402: Methodology of Environmental Studies
at Primary Education, ECTS 4
The main aim of this course is to discuss different
educational methods that promote the understanding
of basic environmental concepts by children of pri-
mary education. Through this course students will
gain training and knowledge on the development and
selection of the most appropriate environmental edu-
cation activities. These activities are expected to effec-
tively support the primary children to gain environmen-
tal knowledge and develop environmental awareness.
GED110: History of Cyprus, ECTS 4
Students are expected to acquire a general view of the
history of Cyprus by the main events of the following
periods: Archaic, Classical, Hellenistic and Roman,
Byzantine, Latin, Ottoman, British and Independence.
Turkish invasion and its consequences.
GED111: Public Relations, ECTS 4
Students will be introduced to the principles and prac-
tices of public relations and to the analysis of publici-
ty as a social phenomenon through the study of the
structure of communicative practices, encoding and
decoding of the message, mass media and public
relations, selection of media, advertisement, cam-
paign of public relations, publicity and society.
GED113: Introduction to Communication, ECTS 4
The course provides an overview of the basic princi-
ples and theories of interpersonal, group and mass
communication. It includes the following secondary
topics: concept, basic principles, function and aim of
communication, the model of communication
process, verbal/non-verbal communication behavior,
theories and perspectives on relations, cultural differ-
ences in communication, elements of mass communi-
cation, mass communication in society and cultural
process and nature of mass media and mass culture.
The course aims at the understanding of the main per-
ceptions of the theory of communication and at offer-
ing access to a variety of choices dealing with com-
munication behavior.
GED 120: European Union and Cyprus, ECTS 4
The history of the creation of the European Union (the
important changes in the development of the Union),
the relations between the EU and Cyprus and the
importance of the accession of Cyprus to the Union
(perspectives of finding a solution to the Cyprus prob-
lem through the accession). An explanation of the
function of the major institutions of the Union. The
political, social and economical changes in the
Cypriot society that arise from the new situation.
GED121: Intercultural Education, ECTS 4
The aim of the course is to help students realize the
social terms that the multicultural coexistence places
and to be rendered capable to work in a multicultural
and multilanguage society. Also students will clarify
the significance of cross-cultural education, compre-
hending basic principles in its objectives and its oper-
ation. Finally, they will develop skills of integrating the
concept of multiculturalism in the teaching and learn-
ing.
GED122: Museum Education, ECTS 4
Purpose of the subject is to give the students the
opportunity to decode the message of historical mon-
uments, paintings and crafts, to understand the cultur-
al dimensions of their creation, to gain a personal
social and cultural identity, to appreciate the monu-
The course aims to enhance student s knowledge of
the codes and rules of various text types, as well as of
the processes and techniques of text production,( par-
aphrase, condensation, analysis / narrative sequence,
argumentation etc.) Emphasis is given in the text pro-
duction as a systematic process, describable, control-
lable and amenable in rules of deontology.
GRK103: Modern Greek Literature, ECTS 5
Introductory course offering basic historical knowledge
in the area of Modern Greek Literature and elements of
the methods of literary analysis. Introduction to the his-
tory of Modern Greek Literature (literary periods, literary
generations, literary movements, representative
authors and texts). Introduction to the concepts and
methods of literary analysis (history of literature, literary
theory, comparative literature and literary interpreta-
tion).
GRK102: Modern Greek Language, ECTS 5
The course offers the conceptual framework for the
study of Modern Greek Language. It includes an intro-
duction to basic elements and approaches in the sci-
ence of linguistics (e.g. description - regulation, syn-
chronic - diachronic approach, language - speech etc.
/ linguistic sign, phoneme, morpheme, utterance etc.
/dialect, sociolect etc. /phonology, morphology,
semantics, pragmatics, dialectology, sociolinguistics
etc.).
GRK203: Reading and Writing at Primary
Education, ECTS 4
The skills of first reading and writing. The reading readi-
ness. The pre-reading and pre-writing stages. The var-
ious approaches of first reading. How we teach first
reading: mechanism, understanding and tone. The
curriculum, the text books and other media used in first
reading and writing. The other subjects of Greek lan-
guage in first grade. How to support children with spe-
cial needs.
GRK204: Teaching of Greek Language at Primary
Education, ECTS 5
Analysis of linguistic theories that influence the lan-
guage teaching. Integration of language teaching of
primary school with the communicative and text-cen-
tered approach. Critical examination of the existing lan-
guage curricula and the text-books which are used for
the teaching of language. Ways of evaluation of the
course.
GRK205: Teaching of Literature for Children at
Primary Education, ECTS 5
The course is offering the conceptual and methodolog-
ical framework for the study and teaching of children’s
literature. It includes an introduction to the theory of
children’s literature and a short historical introduction
to modern children’s literature. Emphasis is given in
the cognitive object that constitutes the study of chil-
dren's literature and its approach as object of teaching
and learning in the preschool and elementary educa-
tion.
GRK308: Teaching of Greek as a Second
Language at Primary Education, ECTS 5
Differentiation of language teaching, according at the
level at which students, whose mother language is not
Greek, acquire Greek language, respecting their cul-
tural and language origin. The linguistic material is
offered - in the frame of communicative approach - in
real situations of daily communication.
HED301: Nutrition at Primary Education, ECTS 4
The purpose of the course is to introduce the basic
principles of nutrition: nutritional value of foods, and
the value of a balanced diet in child development and
health maintenance, especially in infancy and pre-
school years and enable students to make healthy
choices themselves and teach the subject effectively.
HED303: Health Promotion through Primary
School, ECTS 4
The purpose of the course is to study and analyze the
philosophy of health education within the ‘health pro-
moting school’, its aim and objectives, content
methodology, planning and implementation as an
interdisciplinary subject of the curriculum.
HED400: Topics of Health, ECTS 4
The purpose of the course is to encourage the devel-
opment of a better understanding of health and mod-
els of health, the correlation of health and illness, the
adoption and change of health behaviors, the adoption
of preventative health behaviors and the acquisition of
skills, attitudes and values that will contribute to health
promotion.
HIS300: History of Education in Greece and
Cyprus, ECTS 4
Students are expected to understand the dynamic
education in Europe, Greece and Cyprus from the
Classic Period to the 21st century. The main character-
istics of education in Greece and Cyprus today.
MAT200: Basic Mathematical Concepts, ECTS 5
The basic aim of the course is the development of stu-
dents’ understanding on basic concepts in mathemat-
ics in order to develop their efficacy in teaching math-
ematics at primary education. Fundamental concepts
are investigated in the historical development of math-
ematical thought. The number systems and the main
characteristics, the logic, the problem solving, the
probabilities, basic concepts in geometry and basic
concepts in number theory.
MAT202: Teaching of Mathematics at Primary
Education, ECTS 5
The course is aimed at helping students become
acquainted with the objectives and the content of
mathematics in primary education, the teaching meth-
ods of the subject as they have developed in recent
years, the teaching aids, and the contemporary meth-
ods of evaluating students’ mathematical abilities. At
the same time the course examines the fundamental
psychological theories as they concern the develop-
ment of primary mathematical concepts in primary
school children.
MOV401: Movement, ECTS 4
The course aims to guide the prospective teacher in
helping students achieve (a) the overall development
of their abilities, (b) the development of creativity,
imagination and sensitivity and (c) the growth of their
individuality. It examines the structure of a dancing
course, the theory and the components of dancing
movements, the dancing games and the expression of
sentiments, the exercise of senses and the dynamics
of movement.
MUS100: Music I - Theory, ECTS 3
The aim of this course is to help students perceive the
basic theory of music and acquire basic skills in teach-
ing music. The subjects covered are: reading and writ-
ing music, major scales, intervals, words used for per-
formance directions, singing, performing simple
melodies and rhythmic phrases, the role of music in
children’s education, music games and manufacture
of simple instruments.
MUS303: Music II - Teaching of Music at Primary
Education, ECTS 3
The aim of this course is to help students widen their
knowledge and skills gained in MUS 100 and consoli-
date the various techniques contributing to the devel-
opment of their teaching skills. The subjects covered
are: music activities and educator’s planning, interac-
tion of music activities, assessment in music lessons,
Dalcroze’s and Orff’s music education systems, basic
music concepts, reading and writing music, scales,
transpositions, composing, singing, performing.
PCO401: Parent Counseling, ECTS 4
The purpose of the course is to encourage the organi-
zation of seminars where issues relating to child care
and health will be analysed and discussed in a manner
that will promote parental and community involvement
and will contribute towards parents’ involvement in the
work of school and the improvement of teacher-parent
relationships.
PED101: Physical Education I at Primary
Education, ECTS 3
The importance of Physical Education in primary edu-
cation. Introduction to curriculum and teaching
Physical Education. The basic steps of unit plan and
lesson plan preparation for school. Physical Education
in primary level school program design.
PED103: Physical Education II – Teaching of
Physical Education at Primary Education, ECTS 3
The focus of this course is to analyze teaching strate-
gies and theories for better preparation of prospective
teachers for designing effective learning experiences
when teaching elementary physical education.
Methods of teaching are thoroughly examined and
ways of integrating the guidelines given by the Ministry
of Education and Culture, into the curriculum, are dis-
cussed. Students will have the opportunity to practice
different methods of teaching in class.
PES100, Introduction to Pedagogical Sciences,
ECTS 5
Pedagogical models and theories. Schools of peda-
gogical thought i.e. traditional pedagogy (Herbart),
progressive education (Dewey), liberal education
(Freire) and critical pedagogy (Apple, Giroux). Critical
examination of pedagogical and educational process-
es, educational aims, human educative capacity from
a philosophical and psychological perspective,
teacher-learner-school relationship, socio-economic
agogical philosophy.
PHI401: Philosophy of Education, ECTS 4
Students are expected to understand basic philosoph-
ical principles and their influence on education by
studying the concept and object of philosophy and its
influence on Education. The main philosophical trends
through ages, the relationship of philosophy and edu-
cation, concept and concept analysis, education and
its related concepts, ethics and religious education,
the philosophies which influenced and are influencing
Greek Cypriot education, control and authority in
school.
PSY102: Developmental Psychology, ECTS 4
This course provides an overview of the process of
human psychological development through childhood,
covering biological, social, emotional and cognitive
issues. The course will present the expected develop-
mental milestones during each of these phases of
development and we will discuss how significant is the
role of adults (parents and teachers) in child develop-
ment. Students are expected to draw on their own
experience and actively participate in the learning.
PSY202: Psychology of Learning, ECTS 4
The main focus of this course is to firstly present the
main learning theories and how they can be linked to
educational practice. In particular, the definition, the
nature and the process of learning, the factors that
affect the learning process, as well as, some cognitive
aspects that relate closely with learning (intelligence,
memory, creativity), are going to be discussed during
the course. The aim of the course is to offer knowledge
to students, who are future teachers, so that they will
promote efficient and effective learning.
PSY401: Psychology of Personality, ECTS 4
The course focuses on personality development, with
special focus on personality development during child-
hood. Factors that affect personality development as
well as the stages that are supposed to characterize
personality development are going to be presented
during the course. At the end of the course, students
are going to be introduced to some types of personal-
ity disorder – focusing on symptoms and treatment.
The ways in which educators can facilitate healthy per-
sonality development will be presented.
PSY402: Social Psychology, ECTS 4
This course develops students' knowledge of theory
and research in social psychology. Major theoretical
approaches and issues in contemporary social psy-
chology, including perceiving persons, perceiving
groups, social attitudes, leadership, conformity, attrac-
tion and close relationships, helping others, aggres-
sion, are explored. The application of social psycholo-
gy to important social issues is discussed.
REG401: Christian Education, ECTS 4
The course is designed to help students familiarize
themselves with fundamental Christian Orthodox truths
and virtues and to enable them to teach these truths
and virtues effectively as a result of deeper study of
Jesus Christ's incarnation, life, pedagogical example,
miracles and resurrection, the worship and sacraments
of Christian Orthodox Church and accepted pedagog-
ical principles for religious education.
SCI100: Natural Sciences, ECTS 5
The course focuses on developing research skills in
science education. It investigates children’s under-
standing of concepts from the natural sciences by
means of research. The course uses a critical review of
the methods used in order to help students learn to
plan and implement their own research.
SCI303: Teaching of Natural Sciences at Primary
Education, ECTS 5
This is a course on science education in primary
school. At the end of the course, students are expect-
ed to know and understand the major theories of
teaching and learning in the natural sciences as well as
the content of science concepts such as electricity,
magnets, etc. Students should be able to assess the-
oretical and didactical approaches. Finally they will
have developed their personal ideas and opinions on
science teaching and be able to plan and implement
teaching units in science.
SED200: Introduction to Special Education,
ECTS 4
The content of special education and the definition of
the concepts of special education needs. The histori-
cal review of special education. The international
dimensions of policy of integration and the necessity
of establishing a school for all. Special education in
Cyprus and the policy of integration in the Cyprus
Educational System.
Description of Courses
SED402: Learning Difficulties, ECTS 4
In this course students will become familiar with the
field of learning disabilities and special education. The
aim of the course is for students to become aware of
the main characteristics of children diagnosed with
different types of the learning difficulties (e.g., specific
learning difficulties, sensory problems, giftedness,
ADHD), and the implications for differing perspectives
in teaching practice.
SEP101: School Experience I at Primary
Education, ECTS 4
Familiarizing students with the notions of school as
organization, teaching and learning, and their prepa-
ration to progressively undertake instructive initiative.
Understanding theory and practice as a whole and
their progressive application through teaching.
Organize visits at elementary and kindergarten
schools. Democratic, open, small school. Models and
theories of teaching and learning, i.e. teaching that is
teacher / learner / material-centred, individualized, tra-
ditional, progressive. Types and forms of questions
and answers. Effective teaching and learning, and
course evaluation and planning including planning,
goal-setting, activities.
SEP103: School Experience II at Primary
Education, ECTS 4
Familiarizing students with the elementary school as
organization and preparing them to undertake instruc-
tive initiative. Understanding theory and practice as a
whole and their progressive application through
teaching. Organize school visits at small and special
elementary schools in urban and rural areas. In-class-
room workshops and discussion, creation of portfo-
lios and concept maps. Teaching and learning.
Instructive models. Evaluation of real-time and video-
taped exemplary teaching, and of educational
research data. Action research. Examination and
analysis of lesson plans, instructive objectives,
means, activities, and instructive material. Creation of
educational philosophy that includes democratic,
interdisciplinary teaching and learning, multicultural-
ism, collaborative learning, available resources for
teaching and learning, creation of conditions for effec-
tive learning for the student and the teacher.
SOC401: Sociology of Education, ECTS 8
Students will understand the sociological factors influ-
encing the structure and dynamics of educational
process by studying the concept of sociology, basic
sociological concepts, sociological perspectives:
structuralism and other approaches, the school as a
system, the socialization and its process, school as a
social factor, equality and educational opportunity,
education and social change and organizational
change and efficiency.
SPE304 A & SPE305 A: Specialization in Greek
Language, ECTS 8
The course is aimed to give students the opportunity
to study independently basic domains of Greek
Language and cognitive development in respect of
Greek Language. The study of the recent beliefs and
ideas for the development of the language teaching
according to recent theories. The use of technology in
teaching of Language today and the development of
curriculum in Language.
SPE304 B & SPE305 B: Specialization in
Mathematics, ECTS 8
The course is aimed to give students the opportunity
to study independently basic domains of mathematics
education and cognitive development in respect of
mathematics. The study of the recent beliefs and
ideas for the development of the mathematical
thought according to recent theories. The use of tech-
nology in mathematics education today and the devel-
opment of curriculum in mathematics education.
SPE304 C & SPE305 C: Specialization in
Natural/Environmental Sciences, ECTS 8
Students will critically examine the relations between
man and natural environment and the impact human
activity has on nature. The course includes an intro-
duction to environmental education, the development
of the discipline and its value as an educational tool
for teaching and learning about the environment and
ultimately the development of environmental values
and attitudes.
SPE304 D1 & SPE305 D1: Specialization in
Music, ECTS 8
The aim of this course is to help students acquire the
knowledge and skills of a music teacher and initiate
them into various techniques contributing to the suc-
cessful implementation of the program. The subjects
covered are: analysis of the music curriculum,
Swanwick’s spiral music development of children,
music and movement in the primary school (further
development), aural, singing, performing simple chil-
dren’s songs on the instrument of the pupil’s choice.
SPE304 D2 & SPE305 D2: Specialization In Art
Education, ECTS 8
The aim of the specialization is to give students the
opportunity to study in-depth a segment in Art
Education in the primary school, under the guidance
of the advisor, in order to satisfy their own interests, to
extend their knowledge in all the domains of Art
Education and to develop skills, relevant to the object
of their specialization.
SPE304 D3 & SPE305 D3 Specialization In Drama
Education, ECTS 8
The aim of the specialization is to give students the
opportunity to study in-depth a segment in Theatre
Education in the primary school, under the guidance
of the advisor, in order to satisfy their own interests, to
extend their knowledge in all the domains of Theatre
Education and to develop skills, relevant to the object
of their specialization.
SPE304 D4 & SPE305 D4 Specialization In
Physical Education, ECTS 8
The aim of the specialization is to give students the
opportunity to study in-depth a segment in Physical
Education in the primary school, under the guidance
of the advisor, in order to satisfy their own interests, to
extend their knowledge in all the domains of Physical
Education and to develop skills, relevant to the object
of their specialization.
TEC302: Educational Technology, ECTS 4
The aim of the course is to help students to develop
the ability to exploit Information Communication
Technologies (I.C.T) as educational tools in the con-
text of Primary Education. More specifically, students
are expected to be able to integrate modern techno-
logical applications in the teaching and learning
process (integration within the daily curriculum activi-
ties) and within administrative and organizational
issues.
TEC400: Audiovisual Technology, ECTS 4
The aim of the course is to familiarize students with
the audiovisual tools of teaching, to understand the
philosophy, the importance, and the prospect of inte-
grating them in the teaching and learning process.
Also students will acquire skills of developing and inte-
grating audiovisual means in the daily curriculum
activities, as well as integrate them within administra-
tive and organizational issues, in the context of
Primary Education.
TEP205 & 206: Teaching Practice at Primary
Education, ECTS 8
Students are expected to familiarize themselves with
the practical aspect of their study (teaching practice)
to planning, implementing with confidence and evalu-
ating with adequacy peer group lessons from all
areas of the School Curriculum and to develop effec-
tive commitment and cooperation with the whole
school environment.
TEP301: Teaching Practice at Primary
Education, ECTS 8
Students are expected to extend their teaching expe-
riences in planning, implementing, evaluating with
success lessons from all the areas of the School
Program, to follow teaching strategies, techniques
and processes that enrich the pupils experience in
cognitive, psychomotor and affective domains, to
organize and manage effectively the class and school
environment and to develop abilities and skills in eval-
uating and reinforcing themselves and their school
work.
TEP401: Teaching Practice at Primary
Education, ECTS 8
Students are expected to be in a position to undertake
full responsibility in running, teaching and managing a
class, to regard themselves as an active and efficient
member of the schools personnel, to cooperate close-
ly and sincerely with all the factors involved in the
teaching learning process and to contribute with all
their behavior and activity in the improvement of
school effectiveness and it’s organizational health.
 Department of
Pre-Primary Education
Chairperson
Papandreou Andreas (Acting)

Vice-chairperson
Loizidou Natali (Acting)

Associate Professors
Kadis Costas
Papandreou Andreas*

Assistant Professors
Apostolidou Martha
Vasiliadou Maria

Lecturers
Christodoulidou Maria
Christodoulou Nicoletta
Constantinides Panayiotis
Loizidou Natali
Antoniades Leandros

Visiting Teaching Staff

Souliotis Mimis – Professor
Ntinas Constantinos – Associate Professor
Charalambous Kyriakos – Assistant Professor
Constantinou Andri
Maki Panaoura Georgia
Mesaritou Evgenia
Modestou Modestina
Roussou Maria

Special Teaching Staff

Andreou Vassiliki
Damianos Andreas
Hadjigeorgiou Despina
Mytides Elli
Pegkas Panayiotis
Tapakis Alexandros

Field Work Supervisor

Papantoniou Antonis

* Rank temporarily assigned by a Selection Committee until evaluation procedure is finalised.

Pre-Primary Education
4 Years, Bachelor of Education (Ptychio), European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System, ECTS

General Aim:
The program aims to help students to acquire the essential academic, pedagogical, and methodological background, and to develop desirable
skills and attitudes so that they effectively and creatively practice the profession of educator in a continuously changing and evolving world, and to
render them capable of continuing, if they so desire, into graduate studies.

The Objectives of the Program are:

- The acquisition of academic and pedagogical background in the context of current perceptions.
- The development of essential teaching, administrative, and interpersonal skills and attitudes so that students practice effectively and
qualitatively the profession of educator in the kindergarten school.
- The acquaintance with practice in kindergarten school classrooms.
- The development of sensitivities and respect to the children and to the diversity among them.
- The development of inquiring mind, as well the capability and willingness for advancement of the profession and the pedagogical knowledge
through research.
- The involvement in research that promotes pedagogical knowledge and supports the profession.
- The acquisition of the background to continue studies at graduate level.

Laboratories
Students of the Department also have access to the University's general purpose computer laboratories. These laboratories, with a total of 140
workstations, offer a wide variety of software including office applications, and educational software packages. The laboratories provide high-
speed Internet access and printing facilities and are accessible 08:00 to 21:00 daily.

The program has been conditionally approved by the Evaluation Committee of Private Universities ( ECPU )
The Program requires the completion of 240 ECTS credits and ENV401 Approaches of Environmental Studies
comprises of required courses, specialization courses, elective at Pre-Primary Education 4 3
courses and general education electives as specified below: ENG101 Basic English 3 2
ECTS ENG201 Intermediate English 3 3
Required Courses 188 ENG301 English Composition 3 3
Elective Courses 24 ENG401 Advanced Writing 3 3
Specialization Courses 8 HED101 Child Care 3 2
General Education Electives 20 HED401 Nutrition at Pre-Primary Education 3 2
TOTAL 240 DRA202 Theatre Education - Puppet Show 3 2
MUS100 Music I - Theory 3 2
Required
Courses ECTS Hours MUS101 Music III - Teaching of Music
TEP302 Teaching Practice at Pre-Primary Education 8 — at Pre-Primary Education 3 2
TEP402 Teaching Practice at Pre-Primary Education 8 — ART100 Art III at Pre-Primary Education 3 2
DIS404 Dissertation 6 — ART102 Art IV – The Teaching of Art
GRK103 Modern Greek Literature 5 3 at Pre-Primary Education 3 2
GRK101 Children’s Language at Pre-Primary PED100 Physical Education III
Education 5 3 at Pre-Primary Education 3 2
GRK206 Teaching of Literature for Children at PED204 Physical Education IV – The Teaching of
Pre-Primary Education 5 3 Physical Education at Pre-Primary Education 3 2
PES100 Introduction to Pedagogical Sciences 5 3 DIS301 Methodology of Educational Research 2 2
EDE200 Educational Evaluation at DIS302 Statistics 2 2
Pre-Primary Education 5 3
MAT201 Teaching of Mathematics at Elective Courses ECTS Hours
Pre-Primary Education 4 3 HED400 Topics of Health 4 3
GRK307 Teaching of Greek as a Second Language CUR400 Curriculum Development 4 3
at Pre-Primary Education 5 3 CUR401 Educational Management/Administration 4 3
SCI202 Teaching of Natural Sciences at TEC400 Audiovisual Technology 4 3
Pre-Primary Education 5 3 PHI401 Philosophy of Education 4 3
HED302 The Promotion of Health through PSY401 Psychology of Personality 4 3
Pre-Primary Education 4 3 PSY402 Social Psychology 4 3
GRK105 Language Teaching at Pre-Primary Education 4 3 COE400 Comparative Education 4 3
TEP203 Teaching Practice at Pre-Primary Education 4 — PCO401 Parent Counseling 4 3
TEP204 Teaching Practice at Pre-Primary Education 4 — TEC302 Educational Technology 4 3
DIS403 Dissertation 4 — MOV401 Movement 4 3
DRA200 Creative Drama 4 3
HIS300 History of Education in Greece and Cyprus 4 3 General Education Electives ECTS Hours
SOC401 Sociology of Education 4 3 GED110 History of Cyprus 4 3
SED200 Introduction to Special Education 4 3 GED111 Public Relations 4 3
SED401 Early Intervention to Developmental GED113 Introduction to Communication 4 3
Problems at Pre-Primary Education 4 3 GED120 European Union and Cyprus 4 3
ENV301 Environmental and Social Studies at GED121 Intercultural Education 4 3
Pre-Primary Education 4 3 GED122 Museum Education 4 3
COM101 Computer Science 4 3
SEP100 School Experience III at Pre-Primary Education 4 3 Specialization ECTS Hours
SEP104 School Experience IV at Pre-Primary Education 4 3 SPE302 Choose one of the four categories
CUR101 The School Environment and its Organization at the 5th semester 4 3
at Pre-Primary Education 4 3 i. Specialization in Art Education 4 3
CUR200 Theory and Methodology of Teaching ii. Specialization in Music 4 3
at Pre-Primary Education 4 3 iii. Specialization in Drama Education 4 3
REG401 Christian Education 4 3 iv. Specialization in Physical Education 4 3
PSY102 Developmental Psychology 4 3
PSY202 Psychology of Learning 4 3 SPE303 Specialization in the category selected
CDL400 Child Language and its Disorders 4 3 at the 5th semester 4 3
Description of Courses
ART100: Art III at Pre-Primary Education, ECTS 3
Students are expected to acquire basic and neces-
sary skills in 2-dimensional and 3 dimensional cre-
ations, using a variety of materials in painting, sketch-
ing, and relief and be able to apply them in kinder-
garten classroom activities.
ART102 ART IV: The Teaching of Art at Pre-
Primary Education, ECTS 3
The focus of this course is to analyze teaching strate-
gies and theories for better preparation of prospective
teachers for designing effective learning experiences
when teaching pre-primary art education. Methods of
teaching are thoroughly examined and ways of inte-
grating the guidelines given by the Ministry of
Education and Culture, into the curriculum, are dis-
cussed. Students will have the opportunity to practice
different methods of teaching in class.
CDL400: Child Language and its Disorders,
ECTS 4
This course looks at how language develops in chil-
dren. The aim will be to develop an understanding of
current models of language and cognitive processes.
The course will present developmental trends in lan-
guage development in respect of different aspects of
language (e.g., phonological-morphological). Addi-
tionally, some language disorders are going to be pre-
sented and discussed.
COE400: Comparative Education, ECTS 4
Models and theories. Comparative examination and
analysis of educational issues with the application of
social sciences theories and methods. Analytic exam-
ination of the educational systems of other countries.
Evaluation, interpretation and comparison of the char-
acteristics of local and foreign educational systems,
considering the social elements and forces within
which they operate. Develop understandings around
educational issues and their examination through new
lenses. Broadening perceptions on education and
forces that act upon it.
COM101: Computer Science, ECTS 4
The aim of the course is to help students acquire the
required knowledge and skills in order to be able to
use information technology within the context of their
profession as teachers. At the end of the course stu-
dents will be in a position to conceive the usefulness
and the necessity of using information technology, in
accordance with the demands of the Information
Technology Era. The subjects to be covered are:
Introduction to Technology, M.S. Word, M.S. Excel,
M.S. Power Point, Email and the Internet.
CUR200: Theory and Methodology of Teaching at
Pre-Primary Education, ECTS 4
Teaching and learning as an engaging and interactive
process among the teacher, the learner, and the sub-
ject matter. Teaching and learning as a problem-solv-
ing process that engages the subject matter and the
learner toward the effective learning for all students.
Processes that support the effective learning, i.e. dif-
ferentiated and personalized teaching, collaborative
learning, metacognitive development, critical thinking,
knowledge construction, interdisciplinary approach to
knowledge. Democratic processes of teaching and
learning, inclusive of equal opportunities, respect of
human rights, diversity, individuality, multiculturalism.
CUR101: The School Environment and its
Organisation at Pre-Primary Education, ECTS 4
Students are expected to familiarize themselves with
the natural, manmade and social environment of
school, relate it to the organization of space and real-
ize the need for the acquisition of the necessary skills
for the teaching/learning activity and the functioning of
the school organization.
CUR400: Curriculum Development, ECTS 4
Educational policy and curriculum. The process and
models of curriculum development within historical,
political and sociocultural frames. The significance of
curriculum and its structural elements. The Cyprus
elementary-school curriculum and other curricula.
Curriculum development at macro and micro levels
and adaptation to the needs of particular school pop-
ulation. Cohesiveness, cohesion and sequence of
curriculum elements and their relation to teaching.
Curriculum implementation. Textbook production and
evaluation. School curriculum and out-of-school cur-
riculum. Forms of curriculum that intervene in the
process of planning and evaluation. Forms of curricu-
lum inquiry and their critical examination at local and
European level.
CUR401: Educational Management /
Administration, ECTS 4
The models of management and their implementation
in school. Effectiveness, quality and the Quality
School. The school as an organization. Headship and
leadership. Staff Development. The Cyprus
Educational System. The basic educational laws and
rules. Communication systems in education. The
decision making process. The motivation of teachers
and students. Change and innovation in education.
DIS301: Methodology of Educational Research,
ECTS 2
Basic concepts of educational research. The use of
qualitative research, the use of quantitative research
and the use of the triangulation. The different types of
variables and the scales. Research stages: under-
standing the problem, review of literature, methodolo-
gy, presentation of the results, discussion/conclu-
sions. Measurement scales. Validity and reliability of
measurements. The use of questionnaire, interview,
observation.
DIS302: Statistics, ECTS 2
The course is aimed at helping students become
acquainted with the basic types of research (qualita-
tive and quantitative) and the collection of quantitative
data. Many different indicators of descriptive statistical
analysis by using different statistical packages.
Explanation of the results of the statistical analysis and
presentation of the results by using different types of
diagrams. The selection of the appropriate statistic
criteria for each case.
DIS403 & 404: Dissertation, ECTS 10
Planning and executing a study on a topic relevant to
education based on empirical evidence or on litera-
ture review, under the supervision of a member of staff
of the department.
DRA200: Creative Drama, ECTS 4
Definition of the terms play, drama, theatre.
Introduction to the different techniques of creative
drama and their implementation in the course of the
general aims of the pre-primary and primary school
education. The contribution of creative drama to the
development of creativity, imagination, communica-
tion, mental and physical knowledge of the child.
Communication and development of the understand-
ing of social behavior through stories and improvisa-
tion. The need of theatrical exercises and the use of
language and body language for the development of
critical thinking and understanding of the views and
needs of others. The use of drama as an educational
tool for the purpose of teaching other school subjects.
DRA202: Theatre Education - Puppet Show,
ECTS 3
The need of theatre education at school. The influence
of theatrical exercises for the development of social-
ization and of the language of the child. The develop-
ment of theatre games into a school performance. The
contribution of puppet show as an educational and
entertainment medium and its connection to the other
activities of the curriculum. Development of construc-
tive skills, production, staging and presentation of
school performances and puppet show. Revision of
texts and the skill to improvise on them to fit the needs
and techniques of a puppet show.
EDE200: Educational Evaluation at Pre-Primary
Education, ECTS 5
Aims of evaluation. Models of formative and compar-
ative evaluation. Types of written questions. Classic
theory text analysis criteria. Dimensions of education-
al evaluation. Error analysis (Rasch model).
Educational evaluation methods, models and forms.
Examination and analysis of authentic forms of evalu-
ation and comparison with aptitude tests.
Interpretation, presentation and dissemination of eval-
uation results with particular emphasis in the use of
the portfolio technique. Critical examination of issues
concerning educational evaluation, such as teaching,
educational work, student-records, intervention pro-
grams, education personnel, school unit, educational
system and education in general.
ENG101: Basic English, ECTS 3
The aim of the course is to develop students’ ability to
comprehend and analyze oral and written language
and to improve their communicative skills. It also aims
to familiarize the students with grammar and syntax
and provide them with extensive study of the major
grammatical and syntactic rules including, vocabulary
development and basic concepts of writing.
ENG201: Intermediate English, ECTS 3
The aim of the course is to build on Basic English and
further improve students’ ability to comprehend and
analyze oral and written language and express them-
selves confidently and accurately. Instruction and
extensive writing will be provided to improve students’
reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills.
ENG301: English Composition, ECTS 3
The aim of the course is to develop the students’ writ-
ing and oral skills on a mature level and provide
guidelines on writing essays, formal letters, and cur-
riculum vitae. Furthermore it aims to practice all lan-
guage skills in various oral and written tasks achieving
accurate and advanced communication. Finally the
course aims to sharpen student’s ability in developing
and expressing opinions, synthesizing texts and
ideas, and expressing authentic thought with clarity.
ENG401: Advanced Writing, ECTS 3
The aim of the course is to provide students with
opportunities to further develop creative writing skills
on a mature level and enable them to read, discuss
and interact on various topics in English. Important
language function and structures will be revised and
practiced in this context.
ENV401: Approaches of Environmental Studies
at Pre-Primary Education, ECTS 4
The main aim of the course is to discuss different edu-
cational methods that promote the understanding of
basic environmental concepts by children of pre-pri-
mary education. Through this course students will
gain training and knowledge on the development and
selection of the most appropriate environmental edu-
cation activities. These activities are expected to effec-
tively support the pre-primary children to gain environ-
mental knowledge and develop environmental aware-
ness.
ENV301: Environmental and Social Studies at
Pre-Primary Education, ECTS 4
This course focuses on the understanding of the inter-
active relationships between man and the environ-
ment. Through the study of different dimensions of the
environment (place, time, culture, religion), the course
will support the students to develop abilities, concepts
and attitudes that will be utilized towards the proper
interpretation of the environmental changes.
GED110: History of Cyprus, ECTS 4
Students are expected to acquire a general view of the
history of Cyprus by the main events of the following
periods: Archaic, Classical, Hellenistic, Roman,
Byzantine, Latin, Ottoman, British and Independence.
Turkish invasion and its consequences.
GED111: Public Relations, ECTS 4
Students will be introduced to the principles and prac-
tices of public relations and to the analysis of publici-
ty as a social phenomenon through the study of the
structure of communicative practices, encoding and
decoding of the message, mass media and public
relations, selection of media, advertisement, cam-
paign of public relations, publicity and society.
GED113: Introduction to Communication, ECTS 4
The course provides an overview of the basic princi-
ples and theories of interpersonal, group and mass
communication. It includes the following secondary
topics: concept, basic principles, function and aim of
communication, the model of communication
process, verbal/non-verbal communication behavior,
theories and perspectives on relations, cultural differ-
ences in communication, elements of mass communi-
cation, mass communication in society and cultural
process and nature of mass media and mass culture.
The course aims at the understanding of the main per-
ceptions of the theory of communication and at offer-
ing access to a variety of choices dealing with com-
munication behavior.
GED120: European Union and Cyprus, ECTS 4
The history of the creation of the European Union (the
important changes in the development of the Union),
the relations between the EU and Cyprus and the
importance of the accession of Cyprus to the Union
(perspectives of finding a solution to the Cyprus prob-
lem through the accession). An explanation of the
function of the major institutions of the Union. The
political, social and economical changes in the
Cypriot society that arise from the new situation.
and multilanguage society. Also the students will clari
fy the significance of cross-cultural education, compre-
hending basic principles in its objectives and its oper-
ation. Finally, they will develop skills of integrating the
concept of multiculturalism in the teaching and learn-
ing.
GED122: Museum Education, ECTS 4
Purpose of the course is to give students the opportu-
nity to decode the message of historical monuments,
paintings and crafts, to understand the cultural dimen-
sions of their creation, to gain a personal social and
cultural identity, to appreciate the monuments in their
natural environment and help children to understand
and respect different artistic expressions.
GRK101: Children’s Language at Pre-Primary
Education, ECTS 5
Basic language children’s characteristics of pre-pri-
mary age. Identification of language incapabilities of
these children, mainly on the communicative field.
Identification of the divergences of children’s language
on phonological, morphological and syntactical mat-
ters in relation to their mother language. Similarities
and differences between the children’s language at
pre-primary age and that of adults.
GRK103: Modern Greek Literature, ECTS 5
Introductory course offering basic historical knowledge
in the area of Modern Greek Literature and elements of
the methods of literary analysis. Introduction to the his-
tory of Modern Greek Literature (literary periods, literary
generations, literary movements, representative
authors and texts). Introduction to the concepts and
methods of literary analysis (history of literature, literary
theory, comparative literature and literary interpreta-
tion).
GRK105: Language Teaching at Pre-Primary
Education, ECTS 4
The relationship between communication and lan-
guage. Language acquisition at the infant stage and
the parents’ role. Language development in the pre-
school years. Basic domains of language develop-
ment; interaction and other relationships among them;
whole language development. The environmental print
and emergent literacy at home and at the nursery
school.
GRK206: Teaching of Literature for Children at
Pre-Primary Education, ECTS 5
Course offering the conceptual and methodological
framework for the study and teaching of children’s lit-
erature. It includes an introduction to the theory of chil-
dren’s literature and a short historical introduction to
modern children’s literature. Emphasis is given to the
cognitive object that constitutes the study of children's
literature and its approach as object of teaching and
learning in the preschool and elementary education.
GRK307: Teaching of Greek as a Second
Language at Pre-Primary Education, ECTS 5
Differentiation of language teaching, according to the
level to which students, whose mother language is not
Greek, acquire Greek language, respecting their cul-
tural and language origin. The linguistic material is
offered - in the frame of communicative approach - in
real situations of daily communication.
HED101: Child Care, ECTS 3
The purpose of the course is to introduce the basic
principles of health education, as a curriculum subject,
its methodology and content. It also aims to transmit
basic knowledge on personal and public health and
skills and attitudes related to the theory and practice of
the care of babies and children in kindergartens and
preprimary schools.
HED302: The Promotion of Health through Pre-
Primary Education, ECTS 4
The purpose of the course is to study and analyze the
philosophy of health education within the ‘health pro-
moting school’, its aim and objectives, content
methodology, planning and implementation as an
interdisciplinary subject of the curriculum.
HED400: Topics of Health, ECTS 4
The purpose of the course is to encourage the devel-
opment of a better understanding of health and mod-
els of health, the correlation of health and illness, the
adoption and change of health behaviors, the adoption
of preventative health behaviors and the acquisition of
skills, attitudes and values that will contribute to health
promotion.
HED401: Nutrition at Pre-Primary Education,
ECTS 3
The purpose of the course is to introduce the basic
principles of nutrition: nutritional value of foods, and
the value of a balanced diet in child development and
HIS300: History of Education in Greece and
Cyprus, ECTS 4
Students are expected to understand the dynamic
interaction of education with various factors: econom-
ic, political, cultural, religious, philosophical, sociologi-
cal etc. as a result of the study of the concept of edu-
cation as a universal possession. The development of
education in Europe, Greece and Cyprus from the
Classic Period to the 21st century. The main character-
istics of education in Greece and Cyprus today.
MAT201: Teaching of Mathematics at Pre-
Primary Education, ECTS 4
The course is aimed at helping students become
acquainted with the objectives and the content of
mathematics in pre-primary education (numbers and
operations, patterns, geometry, measurement, statis-
tics and probabilities, problem solving), the teaching
methods of the subject as they have developed in
recent years, the teaching aids, and the contemporary
methods of evaluating students’ mathematical abilities.
At the same time the course examines the fundamen-
tal psychological theories as they concern the develop-
ment of primary mathematical concepts in pre-primary
school children.
MOV401: Movement, ECTS 4
The course aims to guide the prospective teacher in
helping students achieve (a) the overall development
of their abilities, (b) the development of creativity,
imagination and sensitivity and (c) the growth of their
individuality. It examines the structure of a dancing
course, the theory and the components of dancing
movements, the dancing games and the expression of
sentiments, the exercise of senses and the dynamics
of movement.
MUS100: Music I – Theory, ECTS 3
The aim of this course is to introduce students to the
basic theory of music and help them acquire basic
skills in teaching music at pre-primary level. The sub-
jects covered are: basic theory of music, singing, per-
forming simple melodies on the instrument of the
pupil’s choice and simple rhythmic phrases on the per-
cussion, basic music concepts, music games (cate-
gories of music games) and manufacture of simple
instruments.
MUS101: Music III - Teaching of Music at
Pre-Primary Education, ECTS 3
The aim of this course is to help students acquire the
essential knowledge and skills of a music educator
and initiate them into various techniques contributing
to the successful implementation of the program. The
subjects covered are: music activities and educator’s
planning, interaction of music activities, assessment in
music lessons, international music education systems,
singing, performing.
PCO401: Parent Counseling, ECTS 4
The purpose of the course is to encourage the organi-
zation of seminars where issues relating to child care
and health will be analyzed and discussed in a manner
that will promote parental and community involvement
and will contribute towards parents’ involvement in the
work of school and the improvement of teacher-parent
relationships.
PED100: Physical Education III at Pre-Primary
Education, ECTS 3
The importance of Physical Education in pre-primary
education. Introduction to curriculum and teaching
Physical Education. The basic steps of unit plan and
lesson plan preparation for school. Physical Education
at pre-primary level school program design.
PED204: Physical Education IV – The Teaching
of Physical Education at Pre-Primary Education,
ECTS 3
The focus of this course is to analyze teaching strate-
gies and theories for better preparation of prospective
teachers for designing effective learning experiences
when teaching pre-primary physical education.
Methods of teaching are thoroughly examined and
ways of integrating the guidelines given by the Ministry
of Education and Culture, into the curriculum, are dis-
cussed. Students will have the opportunity to practice
different methods of teaching in class.
PES100: Introduction to Pedagogical Sciences,
ECTS 5
Pedagogical models and theories. Schools of peda-
gogical thought i.e. traditional pedagogy (Herbart),
progressive education (Dewey), liberal education
(Freire) and critical pedagogy (Apple, Giroux). Critical
examination of pedagogical and educational process-
es, educational aims, human educative capacity from
a philosophical and psychological perspective,
teacher-learner-school relationship, socio-economic
changes and education. The work of great educators
PHI401: Philosophy of Education, ECTS 4
Students are expected to understand basic philosoph-
ical principles and their influence on education by
studying the concept and object of philosophy and its
influence Education. The main philosophical trends
through ages, the relationship of philosophy and edu-
cation, concept and concept analysis, education and
its related concepts, ethics and religious education,
the philosophies which influenced and are influencing
Greek Cypriot education, control and authority in
school.
PSY102: Developmental Psychology, ECTS 4
This course provides an overview of the process of
human psychological development through childhood,
covering biological, social, emotional and cognitive
issues. The course will present the expected develop-
mental milestones during each of these phases of
development and we will discuss how significant is the
role of adults (parents and teachers) in child develop-
ment. Students are expected to draw on their own
experience and actively participate in the learning.
PSY202: Psychology of Learning, ECTS 4
The main focus of this course is to firstly present the
main learning theories and how they can be linked to
educational practice. In particular, the definition, the
nature and the process of learning, the factors that
affect the learning process, as well as, some cognitive
aspects that relate closely to learning (intelligence,
memory, creativity), are going to be discussed during
the course. The aim of the course is to offer knowledge
to students, who are future teachers, so that they will
promote efficient and effective learning.
PSY401: Psychology of Personality, ECTS 4
The course focuses on personality development, with
special focus on personality development during child-
hood. Factors that affect personality development as
well as the stages that are supposed to characterize
personality development are going to be presented
during the course. At the end of the course, students
are going to be introduced to some types of personal-
ity disorder – focusing on symptoms and treatment.
The ways in which educators can facilitate healthy per-
sonality development will be presented.
PSY402: Social Psychology, ECTS 4
This course develops students' knowledge of theory
and research in social psychology. Major theoretical
approaches and issues in contemporary social psy-
chology, including perceiving persons, perceiving
groups, social attitudes, leadership, conformity, attrac-
tion and close relationships, helping others, aggres-
sion, are explored. The application of social psycholo-
gy to important social issues is discussed.
REG401: Christian Education, ECTS 4
The course is designed to help students familiarize
themselves with fundamental Christian Orthodox truths
and virtues and to enable them to teach these truth
and virtues effectively as a result of deeper study of
Jesus Christ's incarnation, life, pedagogical example,
miracles and resurrection, the worship and sacraments
of Christian Orthodox Church and of accepted peda-
gogical principles for religious education.
SCI202: Teaching of Natural Sciences at Pre-
Primary Education, ECTS 5
This is a course on science education in pre-primary.
Students are informed about important theories of cog-
nitive development and learning in science education
in the kindergarten. Taught concepts include magnets,
photosynthesis etc. Finally they learn to implement
their skills and cognition for developing and teaching
science units.
SED200: Introduction to Special Education,
ECTS 4
The content of special education and the definition of
the concepts of special education needs. The histori-
cal review of special education. The international
dimensions of policy of integration and the necessity
of establishing a school for all. Special education in
Cyprus and the policy of integration in the Cyprus
Educational System.
SED401: Early Intervention to Developmental
Problems at Pre-Primary Education, ECTS 4
Knowledge of the different developmental disorders in
pre-primary level (intellectual, emotional, speech, visu-
al, hearing, etc difficulties). The process of an early
identification and scientific intervention.
Methodological approaches for the development and
application of activities which will help the educators
deal with these problems.
Description of Courses
SEP100: School Experience III at Pre-Primary
Education, ECTS 4
Familiarizing students with the notions of school as
organization, teaching and learning, and their prepa-
ration to progressively undertake instructive initiative.
Understanding theory and practice as a whole and
their progressive application through teaching.
Organize visits at elementary and kindergarten
schools. Democratic, open, small school. Models and
theories of teaching and learning, relating to teacher /
learner / material-centred, individualized, traditional,
progressive. Types and forms of questions and
answers. Effective teaching and learning, and course
evaluation and planning including planning, goal-set-
ting, activities.
SEP104: School Experience IV at Pre-Primary
Education, ECTS 4
Familiarizing students with the kindergarten school as
organization and their preparation to undertake
instructive initiative. Understanding theory and prac-
tice as a whole and their progressive application
through teaching. Organize school visits at small and
special kindergarten schools in urban and rural areas.
In-classroom workshops and discussion, creation of
portfolios and concept maps. Teaching and learning.
Instructive models. Evaluation of real-time and video-
taped exemplary teaching, and of educational
research data. Action research. Examination and
analysis of lesson plans, instructive objectives,
means, activities, and instructive material. Creation of
educational philosophy that includes democratic,
interdisciplinary teaching and learning, multicultural-
ism, collaborative learning, available resources for
teaching and learning, creation of conditions for effec-
tive learning for the student and the teacher.
SOC401: Sociology of Education, ECTS 4
Students will understand the sociological factors influ-
encing the structure and dynamics of educational
process by studying the concept of sociology, basic
sociological concepts, sociological perspectives:
structuralism and other approaches, the school as a
system, the socialization and its process, school as a
social factor, equality and educational opportunity,
education and social change and organizational
change and efficiency.
SPE302 i & SPE303 i: Specialization in Art
Education, ECTS 8
The aim of the specialization is to give students the
opportunity to study in-depth a segment in Art
Education in the pre-primary school, under the guid-
ance of the advisor, in order to satisfy their own inter-
ests, to extend their knowledge in all the domains of
Art Education and to develop skills, relevant to the
object of their specialization.
SPE302 ii & SPE303 ii: Specialization in Music,
ECTS 8
The aim of the specialization is to give students the
opportunity to study in depth an area of music educa-
tion, under the supervision of a tutor, to satisfy own
interests, to widen their knowledge horizon and to
develop relevant skills with the topic of their study.
SPE302 iii & SPE303 iii: Specialization in Drama
Education, ECTS 8
The aim of the specialization is to give the students
the opportunity to study in-depth a segment in Theatre
Education in the primary school, under the guidance
of the advisor, in order to satisfy their own interests, to
extend their knowledge in all the domains of Theatre
Education and to develop skills, relevant to the object
of their specialization.
SPE302 iv & SPE303 iv: Specialization in
Physical Education, ECTS 8
The aim of the specialization is to give students the
opportunity to study in-depth a segment in Physical
Education at the preschool and school level, under
the guidance of an advisor, in order to satisfy their
own interests, to extend their knowledge in all three
domains of learning (psychomotor, cognitive and
affective) and to develop skills, relevant to the object
of their study.
TEC302: Educational Technology, ECTS 4
The aim of the course is to help students to develop
the ability to exploit Information Communication
Technologies (I.C.T) as educational tools in the con-
text of Pre Primary and Lower Primary Education.
More specifically, the students are expected to be
able to integrate modern technological applications in
the teaching and learning process (integration within
the daily curriculum activities) and within administra-
tive and organizational issues.
TEC400: Audiovisual Technology, ECTS 4
The aim of the course is to familiarize students with
the audiovisual tools of teaching, to understand the
philosophy, the importance, and the prospect of inte-
grating them in the teaching and learning process.
Also students will acquire skills of developing and inte-
grating audiovisual means in the daily curriculum
activities, as well as integrate them within administra-
tive and organizational issues, in the context of Pre
Primary and Lower Primary Education.
TEP203 & 204: Teaching Practice at Pre-Primary
Education, ECTS 8
Students are expected to familiarize themselves with
the practical aspect of their study (teaching practice)
to the planning, implementing with confidence and
evaluating with adequacy peer group lessons from all
the areas of the School Curriculum and to develop
effective commitment and cooperation with the whole
school environment.
TEP302: Teaching Practice at Pre-Primary
Education, ECTS 8
Students are expected to extend their teaching expe-
riences in planning, implementing, evaluating with
success lessons from all the areas of the School
Program, to follow teaching strategies, techniques
and processes that enrich the pupils experience in
cognitive, psychomotor and affective domains, to
organize and manage effectively the class and school
environment and to develop abilities and skills in eval-
uating and reinforcing themselves and their school
work.
TEP402: Teaching Practice at Pre-Primary
Education, ECTS 8
Students are expected to be in position to undertake
full responsibility in running, teaching and managing a
class, to regard themselves as an active and efficient
member of the schools personnel, to cooperate close-
ly and sincerely with all the factors involved in the
teaching learning process and to contribute with all
their behavior and activity in the improvement of
school effectiveness and it’s organizational health.
Department of
Business Administration
Chairperson
Mavrikiou Petroula (Acting)

Vice-chairperson
Zeniou Nina (Acting)

Associate Professors
Musyck Bernard
Violaris Ioannis

Assistant Professors
Christofi Stavros
Mavrikiou Petroula
Pross Gerhard
Zeniou Nina

Lecturers
Charalambides Marios
Harmanda Danae
Ketteni Eleni

Special Teaching Staff

Charalambous Charalambos
Kapattou Angeliki
Loizides Yiannos
Minas Christos
Business Administration
4 Years, Bachelor of Arts, European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System, ECTS

General Aim:

The consolidation of Europe and the expansion of multinational companies have created an international community demanding global manage-
ment. In this context, the aim of the program is to provide students with knowledge, skills and attitudes that will help them begin their career any-
where in the world and, to ensure that they will have the education to meet their goals and become leaders in their own field. To achieve this, the
program provides students with a broad and thorough knowledge of the main features of organization management and current comprehensive
analysis of management theory and practices, and promotes student understanding with applied innovative learning and teaching practices.
Within this context, students get familiar with both the theoretical background and the practical techniques of Business Administration.

Objectives:

The objectives of the program are:

a) To introduce and familiarize students with a broad range of Business Administration disciplines and functions.
b) To familiarize students with a wide range of problem-solving techniques used in the business decision - making process.
c) To expose and require students to carry out hands - on research within the program.
d) To develop communication skills facilitating perception, analysis and diagnosis of business situations and enhance the required ability in
tackling them.
e) To provide students with the means to understand and foresee future developments of business organizations.
f) To provide a good grounding for a variety of careers in a range of management functions.
g) To allow students to tailor their program of studies to fit their interests and career intentions.
h) To provide students with sound practical knowledge and experience in business computer applications.
i) To introduce students to global business operations.
j) To familiarize students with the business environment and prepare them to face real business situations.

All along the objectives of the Program are re-examined in the light of technological changes, developments in the field of study, employability
requirements and are redefined whenever and as necessary.

Areas of specialization:

The areas of specialization currently offered are:

- Management
- Economics
- Finance
- Accounting
- Marketing

Exemption from the Professional Exams of ACCA and AIA

Frederick University graduates of the BA Degree in Business Administration specializing in Accounting are exempted:
a) from 8 out of 14 exam papers of ACCA, UK (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) exams for both, the Professional Scheme and the
AccountingTechnical Scheme and
b) from 12 out of 16 exam papers of AIA (Association of International Accountants), UK. The number of exemptions allowed to the Frederick
University graduates is the maximum number allowed to academic institutions. Frederick graduates are required to pass only the four remaining
final papers in order to become members of this professional body. A graduate may attend at Frederick University the special preparatory
classes for the remaining four exams.

Laboratories

Students of the Department also have access to the University's general purpose computer laboratories. These laboratories, with a total of 140
workstations, offer a wide variety of software including office applications, and educational software packages. The laboratories provide high-
speed Internet access and printing facilities and are accessible 08:00 to 21:00 daily.
The Program requires the completion of 240 ECTS credits and Business Electives ECTS Hours
comprises of required courses, business electives, free electives ABSA203 Intermediate Financial Accounting I 5 3
and general electives. ABSA204 Intermediate Financial Accounting II 5 3
ABSA307 Advanced Accounting Practice 5 3
ECTS ABSA308 Advanced Accounting Theory 5 3
Required Courses 191 ABSA310 International Accounting 5 3
Business Electives 30 ABSA408 Auditing Theory and Practice I 5 3
ABSA411 Auditing Theory and Practice II 5 3
General Electives 4
ABSA413 Taxation I 5 3
Free Electives 15
ABSA414 Taxation II 5 3
TOTAL 240 ABSM 202 Consumer Behavior 5 3
ABSM204 Sales Management 5 3
Required Courses ECTS Hours ABSM306 International Marketing 5 3
ABSA101 Introductory Accounting I 5 3 ABSM308 Marketing Planning and Product Strategies 5 3
ABSA102 Introductory Accounting II 5 3 ABSM410 Advanced Marketing Management 5 3
ABSA205 Cost and Management Accounting I 5 3 ABSO105 Business Organisation I 5 3
ABSA206 Cost and Management Accounting II 5 3 ABSO106 Business Organisation II 5 3
ABSE101 Introduction to Microeconomics 5 3 ABSO304 Management Science I 5 3
ABSE102 Introduction to Macroeconomics 5 3 ABSO305 Management Science II 5 3
ABSE203 Microeconomic Analysis 5 3 ABSO418 Principles and Methods in
ABSE204 Macroeconomic Analysis 5 3 Environmental Management 5 3
ABSO423 International Business 5 3 ABSE280 International Economics 5 3
ABSE302 Money and Banking 5 3 ABSO450 Business Ethics 5 3
ABSE303 Political Economy 5 3
ABSL210 Business Law I 5 3
ABSE304 Development Economics 5 3
ABSL310 Business Law II 5 3
ABSE305 Environmental Economics 5 3
ABSM101 Marketing Principles I 5 3 ABSE306 Financial Economics 5 3
ABSM112 Marketing Principles II 5 3 ABSE401 Comparative Economic Systems 5 3
ABSM203 Marketing Research and Information Systems 5 3 ABSE402 Contemporary Economic Issues 5 3
ABSM307 Principles of Marketing Communication 5 3 ABSE403 Economics of the European Union 5 3
ABSM405 Marketing Services 5 3 AFIN203 Corporate Finance I 5 3
ABSM408 Strategic Marketing 5 3 AFIN204 Corporate Finance II 5 3
ABSO103 Introduction to Business Organization I 5 3 AFIN305 Financial Markets and Institutions 5 3
ABSO104 Introduction to Bus. Organization II 5 3 AFIN306 Investment Analysis, Portfolio Theory
ABSO204 Human Resources Management 5 3 and Management 5 3
ABSO307 Business Policy and Strategic Management 5 3 AFIN411 International Finance 5 3
ABSP200 Project 5 3 ABSO111 Organizational Behavior 5 3
ABSP400 Senior Project 16 3
ACSC103 Computer Application Packages 5 2+1* Free Electives
ACSC105 Business Information Systems 5 3 Free Elective is a course offered by other Departments of the University for
ABCO101 Business Communication I 5 3 which a student is qualified to register.
ABCO102 Business Communication II 5 3
ARRW101 Business Research and Report Writing I 5 3 General Electives
ARRW102 Business Research and Report Writing II 5 3 Students should choose one course from group A and one course
AFIN101 Business Finance I 5 3 from group B.
AFIN102 Business Finance II 5 3 ECTS Hours
AMAT106 Calculus for Business and Social Sciences 5 3 Group A - Cyprus Studies
AMAT110 Business Mathematics 5 3 AECH111 Cyprus in the 20th Century 2 2
AMAT112 Statistics I 5 3 AECH101 Introduction to the History of Cyprus 2 2
AMAT210 Statistics II 5 3
Group B - Greek Language and Literature
AEGL111 Modern Greek Literature 2 2
AEGL101 Introduction to Greek Language 2 2

*Laboratory Hours
Description of Courses
ABSA101: Introductory Accounting I, ECTS: 5
The main aim of the course is to provide students the
basic principles underlying the recording of business
transactions and the ability to prepare accounts for
sole traders. The course also aims to enable students
to prepare accounts in a clear, systematic manner
and to develop an ability to assess the financial posi-
tion of an organisation drawn from final accounts.
Students will also be expected to deal with adjust-
ments to accounts such as bad debts, provisions and
depreciation. Students are also expected to deal with
advanced aspects concerning adjustments to
accounts such as the correction of errors and sus-
pense accounts.
ABSA 102: Introductory Accounting II, ECTS: 5
The main aim of this course is to expand on the prin-
ciples developed in the Introductory Accounting I and
for students to apply their accounting knowledge to
other business organisations such as sole traders,
partnerships, limited companies and non-profit mak-
ing organisations. It also aims to further develop the
student’s ability to assess the financial position of an
organisation from final accounts using techniques
such as ratio analysis. Students will also be expected
to prepare accounts for manufacturing businesses.
ABSA 205: Cost and Management Accounting I,
ECTS: 5
The main aim of the course is for students to develop
an understanding of cost accounting, the terminology
used and the methods by which costs of operations,
processes, departments, products or services are
ascertained using the absorption principle. Students
will be expected to acquire knowledge of various cost-
ing techniques used for materials, labour and over-
heads.
ABSA 206: Cost and Management Accounting II,
ECTS: 5
The main aim of the course is for students to expand
on the principles developed in the Cost and
Management Accounting I and to be able to apply
techniques that could be used in planning, control
and decision-making. The course aims to introduce
the theory of budgetary control and for students to be
able to prepare budgets. The course aims to intro-
duce break-even analysis and students are expected
to apply this knowledge to decision making. Students
are also expected to understand the concepts
involved in variance analysis and to be able to inter-
pret the results.
AFIN101: Business Finance I, ECTS: 5
The main aim of the course is to provide students with
outline knowledge concerning the principles of invest-
ment appraisal. They will also be expected to under-
stand the significance of the time value concept to
investment appraisal. The investment techniques
used include the Net Present Value, the payback peri-
od and, Internal Rate of Return and students will be
expected to apply their techniques to problems set.
The significance of the cost of capital to investment
appraisal will be explained to students who are
expected to be able to calculate this figure.
AFIN102: Business Finance II, ECTS: 5
The main aim of the course is for students to expand
on the principles developed in the Business Finance I
and for students to gain a knowledge in the various
ways in which a firm may finance its operations.
Another important aspect of this course is the area of
Working Capital Management where the aim is for the
student to apply the techniques involved in this area
and to interpret the results. The course also aims to
introduce the concept of portfolio theory and the
Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM) that may be used
for calculating the cost of equity of a firm.
ABSA203: Intermediate Financial Accounting I,
ECTS: 5
This course aims to build on the principles obtained in
ABSA 101 and ABSA 102 by aiming at providing stu-
dents the knowledge to apply advanced accounting
concepts. A major aspect of the course is the prepa-
ration of Income Statements and Balance Sheets for
limited companies that are in accordance with statuto-
ry legislation and accounting standards. Students will
also be expected to prepare group accounts under
the acquisition accounting method. The course will
also cover the accounting principles concerning the
issue of securities and reconstructions.
ABSA204: Intermediate Financial Accounting II,
ECTS: 5
The course builds on the principles obtained in ABSA
203 and its main aim is for students to able to prepare
certain aspects of financial statements (such as Cash
Flow Statements) and to be able to interpret this infor-
mation. It also examines accounting standards at a
more advance level than at ABSA 101, ABSA 102 and
ABSA 203. It aims to provide students with the knowl-
edge to deal with the accounting aspects concerning
the acquisition and disposal of a business.
AMAT112: Statistics I, ECTS: 5
This subject aims to make the student aware of vari-
ous statistical concepts and techniques that have a
bearing on business and other industrial organiza-
tions. Specifically, this module aims to analyze and
present business data and other statistical information
and to understand the use and the usefulness of
probability.
AMAT210: Statistics II, ECTS: 5
The subject introduces the students to the basic prin-
ciples of inferential statistics. A variety of means by
which data may be processed in order to be convert-
ed into usable decision-making information.
Emphasis is placed on the need to extract information
from data in order to aid and assist managers in deci-
sion-making where uncertain and incomplete informa-
tion exist.
ABSO 423: International Business, ECTS: 5
The course seeks to equip students with the knowledge
and conceptual tools with which to understand better
the dynamic and increasingly complex phenomenon of
globalization. It is focused on the European Union and
the Union’s “constitutional development” because this
topic is of considerable importance for the students
since Cyprus is an EC-member. The second main topic
is the relationship between the EU and the
Mediterranean region called the Euro-Med Partnership.
Finally there is a brief but comprehensive approach to
the Emerging Markets in Asia above all to the develop-
ment of the Chinese economy during recent years.
AMAT 110: Business Mathematics, ECTS: 5
The course aims to familiarize the students with basic
mathematical concepts. Great emphasis is placed
upon applications related to business problem formu-
lation and solution. The course starts with a review of
basic algebra (functions, nature and notation, types of
functions), linear equations and analytic geometry of
the straight line. The concept of matrix, the use of
matrices to present data, and the use of matrices in
the solution of linear systems of equations are exam-
ined. An introduction to linear programming tech-
niques and sensitivity analysis is taught, using the
graphical method and simplex method.
AMAT 106: Calculus for Business and Social
Sciences, ECTS: 5
The aim of the course is to introduce students into the
applications of calculus in business, economic and
social science. The most important chapters include
functions, limits, continuity, rules of differentiation,
derivatives of polynomials, logarithmic and rational
functions. Also, the use of the derivative to approxi-
mate the marginal cost and the marginal revenue, and
to maximize or minimize a function. The concept of the
partial derivatives and the use of the Lagrange multi-
pliers to maximize or minimize a function of two vari-
ables course to a constraint are presented. In addition
students are examined on decay problems with
emphasis to business applications. Finally the con-
cept of indefinite and defined integrals are given, the
rules of integration and application of integration in
business-situated problems are presented.
ABSM101: Marketing Principles I, ECTS: 5
The aim of this course is to develop the student’s
understanding of the fundamental functions of mar-
keting as well as the critical role of marketing in the
today’s global and competitive environment. In addi-
tion the concepts of market segmentation and target-
ing are identified, and emphasis is given on the mar-
keting strategies (marketing mix and promotion-com-
munication mix) for differentiating and positioning for
competitive advantage.
ABSM112: Marketing Principles II, ECTS: 5
The aim of this course is to assist students to get a
more broaden picture of the marketing function and its
business implication in the today’s competitive world.
It attends to give an understanding of the role of
Advertising as a communication and promotional tool,
the major phases in a typical product life cycle curve,
how customers actually make their buying decision,
and the major stages in a marketing research
process.
ABSM307: Principles of Marketing
Communication, ECTS: 5
To aim of this course is to familiarize students with the
concepts of marketing communication. Emphasis is
given on concepts, theories and methodological
tools, which permit the definition of a company's com-
munication objectives. In particular, it introduces the
student to the fundamentals of integrated marketing
communications in modern marketing, behavioral
foundations of marketing communications, non-pro-
motional elements of marketing responsible also for a
brand’s image; brand name, logo, package, price,
and quality. In addition, it introduces the student to the
fundamentals of the promotional and communication-
al elements of marketing as well as to the advertising
management process.
ABSM405: Marketing Services, ECTS: 5
The aim of this course is to familiarize students with
the marketing of services. The course substantially
contributes to the mainstream of knowledge on the
services marketing and attempts to apply and adapt
current theories and ideas in marketing( nature and
characteristics of services, delivering quality service,
service marketing mix-pricing, availability and acces-
sibility and communicating) development from a prod-
uct-oriented market to a service-oriented market.
ABSM306: International Marketing, ECTS: 5
The aim of the course is to give an understanding of
the complex environment and strategies in internation-
al marketing. In particular, it introduces the student to
the fundamentals of international marketing with refer-
ence to the environmental forces that the international
marketer has to consider, various activities necessary
for international marketing planning; export and import
operations, joint ventures, licensing, franchising, take-
over, merger and acquisition.
ABSM410: Advanced Marketing Management,
ECTS: 5
To integrate learning from other business and market-
ing courses to solve contemporary marketing prob-
lems. “To put it all together”. The empasis of this
course is placed on the management of the main mar-
keting activities to satisfy and serve best its cus-
tomers. To critically evaluate current marketing articles
with respect to main ideas, evidence, conclusions,
credibility, importance, and contrasting points of view.
ABSM408: Strategic Marketing, ECTS: 5
The aim of this course is to develop the students’
knowledge and understanding of the ideas and
approaches related to marketing strategy develop-
ment and strategic market planning. To this end, it
continues the Markstrat simulation and the application
of the analytical techniques from the unit of
Development and Planning to strategy formulation,
looking at the organization itself and the implementa-
tion of strategy.
ABSM202: Consumer Behavior, ECTS: 5
The main objective of this course is to help students
examine and analyze in some depth the personal
characteristics of consumers and how these charac-
teristics affect buying behavior. It also examines how
consumers make buying decisions.
ABSM203: Marketing Research and Information
Systems, ECTS: 5
The main objective of this course is to assist students
examine thoroughly the marketing information system
and the four steps in marketing research process with
specific reference to real life examples.
ABSM204: Sales Management, ECTS: 5
The aim of the course is to familiarize students with
the concepts of Sales Management.
ABSM308: Marketing Planning and Product
Strategies , ECTS: 5
The general aim of the course is to give an under-
standing of how strategies are formulated for introduc-
ing new products, for keeping established products
and for revitalizing or deleting declining products.
ABSE 101: Introduction to Microeconomics ,
ECTS: 5
Fundamentals and logic of Economics, role of mar-
kets, trade, specialization, globalisation, division of
labour, money and capital, role of government. Basic
elements and applications of Supply and Demand,
equilibrium of supply and demand, price elasticity,
consumer behaviour, utility theory, paradox of value,
indifference curves.
surement of economic activities, real and nominal
GDP, price indices, consumption, investment, saving.
Business fluctuations, business cycles, the multiplier
model, fiscal and monetary policies.
ABSE 203: Microeconomic Analysis, ECTS: 5
Cost analysis, input choice, opportunity cost, cost the-
ory, least cost factor combination. Perfectly competi-
tive markets, imperfect competition: monopoly, oligop-
oly, monopolistic competition. Information, Innovation.
La- bour market, labour unions, race and gender
discrimination, factors’ rewards.
ABSE 204: Macroeconomic Analysis, ECTS: 5
Money and interest rates, evolution of money, process
of deposit creation. Central banking, functions of
Central banks, effects of money on output and prices,
monetary transmission mechanism, money market,
monetary mechanism. Theories of economic growth,
strategies of economic development. Unemployment,
Okun’s law.
ABSE 280: International Economics, ECTS: 5
The scope of international economics, the roles of
trade and international monetary relations, the law of
comparative advantage, the Heckscher – Ohlin Model:
the Rybczynski theorem, the Heckscher – Ohlin theo-
rem, the Stolper Samuelson theorem, the factor price
theorem, growth and trade: the nature of the growth
process, the effects of growth on small countries, the
growth in the world economy, the Prebisch – Singer
thesis, arguments for protection.
ABSE 302: Money and Banking, ECTS: 5
Introduction to banking system; an overview of the
financial system, money, understanding interest rates,
the stock market, structure of central banks, multiple
deposit creation and the money supply, tools of mon-
etary policy, goals and targets of monetary policy.
ABSE 303: Political Economy, ECTS: 5
The public sector in a mixed economy, the public sec-
tor in the USA, market efficiency, market failure, effi-
ciency and equity, public goods and publicly provided
private goods, public choice, public production and
bureaucracy, externalities and the environment.
ABSE 304: Development Economics, ECTS: 5
Models of development, problems and solutions.
Economic well being, inequality, sustainable economic
development. New institutional economics, applica-
tions. The global economy, strategies, economic
crises, restructuring.
ABSE 305: Environmental Economics, ECTS: 5
Economic growth vs. environmental damage, econom-
ic cost of a healthy environment. Co-existence of
growth and a healthy environment. Role of govern-
ment. Poverty, economic growth and the environment.
ABSE 306: Financial Economics, ECTS: 5
Basic principles of financial economics, capital market
theory, impact of financial systems on development, for-
mal and informal financial institutions, securities’ mar-
kets, public and private sector flows, export credits,
debt, adjustment, the IMF, financing capital invest-
ments. Proposals to improve the quantity and quality of
finance.
ABSE 401: Comparative Economic Systems,
ECTS: 5
Economic systems: issues, definitions, and compa-
risons, economic systems in theory, economic sys-
tems in practice, economic systems in transition, mov-
ing towards a market economy.
ABSE 402: Contemporary Economic Issues,
ECTS: 5
The G7, G8 and G20. Web companies, the fuel crisis,
the EMU, asylum and immigration, terrorism and eco-
nomics, the European Union, prospects / problems
ahead.
ABSE 403: Economics of the European Union,
ECTS: 5
Origins, evolution and treaties of the EU. Institutions,
competence, specific problems related to the EU, vital
statistics of member and prospective member states.
ABSL210: Business Law I, ECTS: 5
The course aims to introduce the students to the legal
science and to study aspects of the legal process and
all the main features pertaining to contract law in busi-
ness and to create knowledge skills covering all busi-
ness property and intellectual property in particular.
ABSL310: Business Law II, ECTS: 5
The course aims to introduce the students to the study
of contracts of the sale of goods. To study the basic
concepts of the unincorporated and incorporated
ACSC103: Computer Application Packages,
ECTS: 5
The course aims to provide the students with an under-
standing of the principles of micro - computing appli-
cations on the basis of demand within the local market.
Students are well trained in the use of the applications
in order to gain a level of comfort with the application
and learn the various requirements and capabilities of
the applications.
ACSC105: Business Information Systems, ECTS: 5
The course aims to give the student an appreciation of
particular computer-based systems used in commer-
cial organizations. To provide an introduction to the
techniques needed in the specification of requirements
of a computer based-system for a commercial applica-
tion. To develop the student’s ability to translate users’
requirements into a specification of a computer-based
system design. To help in answering the following
question: How and when to use computers and infor-
mation technology in order to improve the efficiency
and effectiveness of individuals, groups and organiza-
tions?
ABCO 101 Business Communication I, ECTS 5
Through this course students will be trained to remem-
ber, and understand well enough to be able to para-
phrase, basic business vocabulary in English as well
as apply the English language, enhanced by this new
vocabulary and understanding, in simulated business-
related conversations and short reports. Identify ways
of improving business communications through the
use of clearer language. This will be achieved through
comparisons of different situations and dialogues.
ABCO 102 Business Communication II, ECTS 5
Through this course students will be trained to under-
stand the key elements of the different business disci-
plines at an abstract level and communicate this
understanding in their own words. Evaluate, through
essays on selected topics, ways in which the improve-
ment in language has enhanced their understanding of
the disciplines. Write their own essays, showing that
language has reached a sufficient level for an abstract
understanding of the texts in the business disciplines.
ARRW 101 Business Research and Report
Writing I, ECTS 5
Through this course students will get to know and
understand the need for, and methods to search for,
extract and synthesize information in a particular sub-
ject and topic area and write technical reports and aca-
demic papers to professional and academic standards
Obtain information from a variety of sources, including
the Internet, newspapers and libraries, using books,
journals and magazines. Evaluate information sources,
using judgement to select on the basis of quality and
reliability. Synthesize information in focused ways in
order to develop and support arguments. Write, using
appropriate layout, style, organization, structure and
referencing, reports and papers for a variety of profes-
sional and academic purposes
ARRW 102 Business Research and Report
Writing II, ECTS 5
Through this course students will be taught to use
more advanced methods of obtaining information,
including online library facilities like Infotrac and
EBSCO. Evaluate data and information, and then
organize, categorize and file in preparation for writing-
up, distinguishing – particularly important for academ-
ic purposes –between primary and secondary sources
Identify, and respond accordingly to, the specific
requirements of different projects, for example papers
for different journals, and proposals to different funding
agencies. Generate ideas for proposal, either for aca-
demic research and/or for professional investigation to
be funded by private agencies/companies.
ABSA307: Advanced Accounting Practice, ECTS: 5
The course aims to give the students the necessary
tools for understanding and interpreting : The
Accounts of Limited Companies (incorporation of
Financial Reporting Requirements), The Accounts of
Group Companies (incorporation of Financial
Reporting Requirements), Investment Accounts, The
Accounts of Other Undertakings, Joint Ventures,
Partnerships (Admission, Retirement, Dissolutions),
Sole traders, Non trading undertakings, Analysis of
Financial Statements, Alternatives to Historic cost
accounting, Accounting as an information system
ABSA308: Advanced Accounting Theory, ECTS: 5
The aim of this course is to provide the student a criti-
cal analysis of the accounting concepts and stan-
dards. To analyse the current theoretical, legal and
institutional influences which regulate financial state-
ments.
ABSA310: International Accounting, ECTS: 5
the different approaches to classify accounting and
reporting systems. It also engages into an in-depth
examination of the main international accounting sys-
tems and practices such as the Anglo-Saxon,
Germanic, Japanese and Asian systems and prac-
tices. The recent initiatives in the area of harmonization
of accounting standards and practices are also critical-
ly explored.
ABSA 408: Auditing Theory and Practice I, ECTS: 5
The main aim is to introduce students into the filed of
auditing and to familiarize them with the audit process
and the role of the auditor in the business environment.
Emphasis is given on introducing fundamental auditing
concepts and investigating the legal/professional envi-
ronment within which an auditor operates. By the com-
pletion of this course students would have gained an
understanding of the audit process and the nature of
audit evidence.
ABSA 411: Auditing Theory and Practice II,
ECTS: 5
The aim of this course is to capitalize on the fundamen-
tal principles of auditing developed in Auditing Theory
and Practice I, and extend student awareness into a
more detailed understanding of the procedures and
processes involved in conducting an audit. The audit-
ing theory and procedures are developed and then
applied through a review of audit case studies.
Advanced audit policies and procedures are also dis-
cussed.
ABSA413: Taxation I, ECTS: 5
The aim is to provide a reliable foundation in the core
areas of tax to be encountered during initial phase of
tax experience, compute income tax liabilities, corpora-
tion tax liabilities.
ABSA414: Taxation II, ECTS: 5
The aim is to provide a reliable foundation in the core
areas of tax to be encountered during initial phase of
tax experience, capital gains tax, national insurance,
value added tax
ABSO 103: Introduction to Business
Organisation I, ECTS: 5
The nature of organizations in general and business in
particular, the role and functions of management, the
basic managerial skills, and the basic managerial
roles. The evolution of management theory and the dif-
ferent theoretical managerial approaches. The inter-
play between organizations and their social, political,
legal, and cultural environments and, the contempo-
rary challenges that organizations and managers face.
ABSO 104: Intoduction to Business
Organisation II, ECTS: 5
The behavior of employees in organizations, as individ-
uals and groups drawn from modern research findings
and behavioral science theory. Elaboration on organi-
zational behavior with a specific focus on motivation
and leadership. The communication process and the
basic elements of organizational change.
ABSO 105: Business Organisation I, ECTS: 5
Overview of the principles of organisations and man-
agement, its process and functions. The nature of
organizational goals, the goal setting process, organi-
zation, tactical and operational planning. The business
decision making process, rational, behavioral and
group decision making. Strategic management and
business level strategy with specific emphasis on the
adaptation model, Porter’s competitive strategy and
the product life cycle.
ABSO 106: Business Organisation II, ECTS: 5
Planning and decision-making overview, the funda-
mental elements of organizing, with specific emphasis
on specialization, departmentalization, delegation and
organizational culture. Detailed overview on leader-
ship, motivation, and control as functions of manage-
ment. Individuals within groups, managing teams and
handling conflict.
ABSO 111: Organizational Behavior, ECTS: 5
Understanding the basic issues in effective interper-
sonal relations and the micro and macro perspectives
of organizational behaviour.. Develop skills in identify-
ing those factors that influence the behaviour of indi-
viduals in organizations. Demonstrate an ability to work
with others based upon an understanding of groups
and group dynamics. Understand and be able to par-
ticipate in the process of organizational development
through insight into the various approaches and tech-
niques available. Compare and evaluate different
approaches to organizational development
Description of Courses
ABSO 204: Human Resources Management,
ECTS: 5 ABSP 200: Project, ECTS: 5
Overview of the modern activities concerning the The project aims to give students the opportunity to
management of people. Analysis of functions such as apply their knowledge of Business Administration to a
recruitment, selection, compensation, development, business situation, develop communication skills and
research, audit, safety, industrial health, performance set the basis for research work.
appraisal, legal environment and labor relations. Most
issues are viewed from the perspective of the employ- ABSP 400: Senior Project, ECTS: 16
ee, employer, customer, supplier, the organization The project aims to give students the opportunity to
and society as a whole. apply their knowledge of Business Administration to a
real business situation, develop communication skills
ABSO307: Business Policy and Strategic and be involved in research in the field of the
Management, ECTS: 5 Business domain.
Analysis of alternative entrepreneurial, competitive
and functional area approaches, which are pursued in
positioning the organization to financial, production
and functional fields of management within a strategic
management framework. Stressing the importance of
basing management decisions on a strategic view of
organizations. Case study method applied, with
emphasis on the analysis of current management pol-
icy questions.

ABSO304: Management Science I, ECTS: 5

The course is designed to introduce students to the
basic principles of Management Science / Operations
Research. A variety of means by which data may be
processed in order to be converted into usable deci-
sion making information are discussed. Emphasis is
placed on the need to extract information from data in
order to aid and assist managers in decision making.

ABSO305: Management Science II, ECTS: 5

The course is designed to introduce students to the
basic principles of Management Science / Operations
Research. A variety of means by which data may be
processed in order to be converted into usable deci-
sion making information are discussed. Emphasis is
placed on the need to extract information from data in
order to aid and assist managers in decision-making.

ABSO 418: Principles and Methods in

Environmental Management, ECTS: 5
The course “Principles and Methods in Environmental
management” focuses on the approaches adopted to
ensure successful management of environmental
problems by profit and non-profit organizations. It
examines the diversity of the interaction of different
types of managers with the range of technological
administrative and socio-political interventions. A
range of management methods and techniques are
introduced risk analysis and participatory planning.
The subject examines the principles of environmental
management in a wide range of situations.

ABSO 450: Business Ethics, ECTS: 5

The main aim of the course is to enable students
understand the basic issues related to business ethics
and to promote specific causes of business ethics
through presentation of and discussion on case stud-
ies.

AFIN203: Corporate Finance I, ECTS: 5

The aim of the course is to introduce students into the
theory and practice of corporate finance, in order to
enable them to cope with routine problems and be
capable of responding rationally to economic market
changes.

AFIN204: Corporate Finance II, ECTS: 5

The aim of this course is to develop the groundwork in
Corporate Finance and to examine topical and contro-
versial areas of corporate finance theory. Emphasis is
given on developing the students’ analytical and criti-
cal abilities.

AFIN305: Financial Markets and Institutions,

ECTS: 5
The aim of this course is to enable students in taking
positions in securities, and derivative instruments for
project appraisal. Emphasis in understanding how
policies, industry regulations, and economic condi-
tions affect financial institutions performance.

AFIN306: Investment Analysis, Portfolio Theory

and Management, ECTS: 5
The aim of this course is to provide a thorough
grounding on the basic concepts of investment and
financial Strategy match with an understanding of the
practical aspects

AFIN411: International Finance, ECTS: 5

The aim of this course is to enable students to know
more about Finance in the international arena, due to
increasing internationalisation of business and the
deregulation of capital markets.
 Department of
Economics, Accounting and Finance
Chairperson
Georgiou Andreas

Vice-chairperson
Tanova Petia

Associate Professors
Georgiou Andreas
Tanova Petia*

Assistant Professors
Constantinides Panos

Lecturers
Koussis Nikos
Georgiades Stavros

Visiting Teaching Staff

Fotiades Thomas - Lecturer

Post Graduate Associates

Iakovides Tasos
Georgiou Andreas K.

* Rank temporarily assigned by the Interim Governing Board until evaluation procedure is finalised.
Accounting and Finance
4 Years, Bachelor of Arts, European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System, ECTS

General Aim:
The Accounting and Finance Program of Study is designed to provide students with the fundamental principles needed to start a career in
accounting whether it be in the profession, industry or in the public sector. Thus attention is given on both the theoretical aspects of accounting
with an emphasis of applying them to case study scenarios. The Program also lays the foundation for postgraduate studies and for professional
studies in accounting.

The objectives of the program are:

- To provide students with the fundamental principles needed to start a career in accounting.
- To provide students with as many exemptions as is possible from the professional examinations of professional accounting bodies.
- To develop analytical skills to formulate and solve accounting problems.
- To gain a basic knowledge in business concepts that could be applied to an accounting environment.
- The lay the foundation for possible further education whether it is for post-graduate studies or for the examinations of accounting professional
bodies.
- To prepare reports that deal with case study scenarios concerning the application of accounting principles.
- To be able to carry out research in accounting or business related areas.
- To present the findings of the research or assignments via a presentation to an audience including students and lecturers.
- To give students the opportunity to attend subjects of general interest.

Exemption from the Professional Exams of ACCA and AIA

Frederick University graduates of the BA Degree in Accounting and Finance are exempted:
a) from 9 out of 14 exam papers of ACCA, UK (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) for both the Professional Scheme and the
Accounting Technical Scheme and
b) from 12 out of 16 exam papers of AIA (Association of International Accountants), UK. The number of exemptions allowed to the Frederick
University graduates is the maximum number allowed to academic institutions. Frederick graduates are required to pass only the four remaining
final papers in order to become members of this professional body. A graduate may attend at Frederick University the special preparatory
classes for the remaining four exams.

Laboratories
Students of the Department also have access to the University's general purpose computer laboratories. These laboratories, with a total of 140
workstations, offer a wide variety of software including office applications, and educational software packages. The laboratories provide high-
speed Internet access and printing facilities and are accessible 08:00 to 21:00 daily.

The program has been conditionally approved by the Evaluation Committee of Private Universities ( ECPU )
The Program requires the completion of 240 ECTS credits and
comprises of required courses, business electives and general
electives.
ECTS
Required Courses 171
Business Electives 65
General Electives 4
TOTAL 240

Required Courses ECTS Hours Business Electives ECTS Hours

ABCO 101 Business Communication I 5 3 ABSA 310 International Accounting 5 3
ABCO 102 Business Communication II 5 3 ABSA 409 Advanced Auditing Theory and Practice I 5 3
ABSA 101 Introductory Accounting I 5 3 ABSA 412 Advanced Auditing Theory and Practice II 5 3
ABSA 102 Introductory Accounting II 5 3 ABSA 405 Advanced Management Accounting I 5 3
ABSA 203 Intermediate Financial Accounting I 5 3 ABSA 406 Advanced Management Accounting II 5 3
ABSA 204 Intermediate Financial Accounting II 5 3 ABSE 203 Microeconomic Analysis 5 3
ABSA 205 Cost and Management Accounting I 5 3 ABSE 204 Macroeconomic Analysis 5 3
ABSA 206 Cost and Management Accounting II 5 3 ABSE 302 Money and Banking 5 3
ABSA 307 Advanced Accounting Practice 5 3 ABSM 101 Marketing Principles I 5 3
ABSA 308 Advanced Accounting Theory 5 3 ABSM 112 Marketing Principles II 5 3
ABSA 408 Auditing Theory and Practice I 5 3 ABSM 202 Consumer Behavior 5 3
ABSA 411 Auditing Theory and Practice II 5 3 ABSM 203 Marketing Research and
ABSA 413 Taxation I 5 3 Information Systems 5 3
ABSA 414 Taxation II 5 3 ABSO 105 Business Organization I 5 3
ABSE 101 Introduction to Microeconomics 5 3 ABSO 106 Business Organization II 5 3
ABSE 102 Introduction to Macroeconomics 5 3 ABSO 201 Business Management I 5 3
ABSL 210 Business Law I 5 3 ABSO 202 Business Management II 5 3
ABSL 310 Business Law II 5 3 ABSO 423 International Business 5 3
ABSO 103 Introduction to Business Organization I 5 3 ACSC 201 Management Information I 5 2+1*
ABSO 104 Introduction to Business Organization II 5 3 ACSC 202 Management Information II 5 2+1*
ABSO 204 Human Resource Management 5 3 AFIN 203 Corporate Finance I 5 3
ABSO 307 Business Policy and Strategic Management 5 3 AFIN 204 Corporate Finance II 5 3
ACSC 103 Computer Application Packages 5 2+1* AFIN 305 Financial Markets and Institutions 5 3
ACSC 105 Business Information Systems 5 3 AFIN 306 Investment Analysis, Portfolio
AFIN 101 Business Finance I 5 3 Theory and Management 5 3
AFIN 102 Business Finance II 5 3 AFIN 411 International Finance 5 3
AMAT 110 Business Mathematics 5 3
AMAT 106 Calculus for Business and Social Sciences 5 3 Free Electives
AMAT 112 Statistics I 5 3 Free Elective is a course offered by other Departments of the University for
AMAT 210 Statistics II 5 3 which a student is qualified to register.
ARRW 101 Business Research and Report Writing I 5 3
ARRW 102 Business Research and Report Writing II 5 3 General Electives
ABSP 400 Senior Project 11 1 Students should choose one course from group A and one course
from group B.
ECTS Hours
Group A - Cyprus Studies
AECH111 Cyprus in the 20th Century 2 2
AECH101 Introduction to the History of Cyprus 2 2
Group B - Greek Language and Literature
AEGL111 Modern Greek Literature 2 2
AEGL101 Introduction to Greek Language 2 2

*Laboratory Hours
Description of Courses
ABCO 101 Business Communication I, ECTS 5
Through this course students will be trained to remem-
ber, and understand well enough to be able to para-
phrase, basic business vocabulary in English as well
as apply the English language, enhanced by this new
vocabulary and understanding, in simulated business-
related conversations and short reports. Identify ways
of improving business communications through the
use of clearer language. This will be achieved through
comparisons of different situations and dialogues.
ABCO 102 Business Communication II, ECTS 5
Through this course students will be trained to under-
stand the key elements of the different business disci-
plines at an abstract level and communicate this
understanding in their own words. Evaluate, through
essays on selected topics, ways in which the improve-
ment in language has enhanced their understanding
of the disciplines. Write their own essays, showing that
language has reached a sufficient level for an abstract
understanding of the texts in the business disciplines
ABSA101: Introductory Accounting I, ECTS 5
The main aim of the course is to provide students the
basic principles underlying the recording of business
transactions and the ability to prepare accounts for sole
traders. The course also aims to enable students to
prepare accounts in a clear, systematic manner and to
develop an ability to assess the financial position of an
organisation drawn from final accounts. Students will
also be expected to deal with adjustments to accounts
such as bad debts, provisions and depreciation.
Students are also expected to deal with advanced
aspects concerning adjustments to accounts such as
the correction of errors and suspense accounts.
ABSA 102: Introductory Accounting II, ECTS 5
The main aim of this course is to expand on the prin-
ciples developed in the Introductory Accounting I and
for students to apply their accounting knowledge to
other business organisations such as sole traders,
partnerships, limited companies and non-profit mak-
ing organisations. It also aims to further develop the
student’s ability to assess the financial position of an
organisation from final accounts using techniques
such as ratio analysis. Students will also be expected
to prepare accounts for manufacturing businesses.
ABSA 205: Cost and Management Accounting I ,
ECTS 5
The main aim of the course is for students to develop
an understanding of cost accounting, the terminology
used and the methods by which costs of operations,
processes, departments, products or services are
ascertained using the absorption principle. Students
will be expected to acquire knowledge of various cost-
ing techniques used for materials, labour and over-
heads.
ABSA 206: Cost and Management Accounting II,
ECTS 5
The main aim of the course is for students to expand
on the principles developed in the Cost and
Management Accounting I and to be able to apply
techniques that could be used in planning, control and
decision-making. The course aims to introduce the
theory of budgetary control and for students to be able
to prepare budgets. The course aims to introduce
break-even analysis and students are expected to
apply this knowledge to decision making. Students are
also expected to understand the concepts involved in
variance analysis and to be able to interpret the results.
AFIN101: Business Finance I , ECTS 5
The main aim of the course is to provide students with
outline knowledge concerning the principles of invest-
ment appraisal. They will also be expected to under-
stand the significance of the time value concept to
investment appraisal. The investment techniques
used include the Net Present Value, the payback peri-
od and, Internal Rate of Return and students will be
expected to apply their techniques to problems set.
The significance of the cost of capital to investment
appraisal will be explained to students who are
expected to be able to calculate this figure.
AFIN102: Business Finance II, ECTS 5
The main aim of the course is for students to expand
on the principles developed in the Business Finance I
and for students to gain a knowledge in the various
ways in which a firm may finance its operations.
Another important aspect of this course is the area of
Working Capital Management where the aim is for the
student to apply the techniques involved in this area
and to interpret the results. The course also aims to
introduce the concept of portfolio theory and the
Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM) that may be used
for calculating the cost of equity of a firm.
ABSA203: Intermediate Financial Accounting I
ECTS 5
This course aims to build on the principles obtained in
ABSA 101 and ABSA 102 by aiming at providing stu-
dents the knowledge to apply advanced accounting
concepts. A major aspect of the course is the prepa-
ration of Income Statements and Balance Sheets for
limited companies that are in accordance with statuto-
ry legislation and accounting standards. Students will
also be expected to prepare group accounts under
the acquisition accounting method. The course will
also cover the accounting principles concerning the
issue of securities and reconstructions.
ABSA204: Intermediate Financial Accounting II
ECTS 5
The course builds on the principles obtained in ABSA
203 and its main aim is for students to able to prepare
certain aspects of financial statements (such as Cash
Flow Statements) and to be able to interpret this infor-
mation. It also examines accounting standards at a
more advance level than at ABSA 101, ABSA 102 and
ABSA 203. It aims to provide students with the knowl-
edge to deal with the accounting aspects concerning
the acquisition and disposal of a business.
AMAT112: Statistics I, ECTS 5
This subject aims to make the student aware of vari-
ous statistical concepts and techniques that have a
bearing on business and other industrial organiza-
tions. Specifically, this module aims to analyze and
present business data and other statistical information
and to understand the use and the usefulness of
probability.
AMAT210: Statistics II, ECTS 5
The subject introduces the students to the basic prin-
ciples of inferential statistics. A variety of means by
which data may be processed in order to be convert-
ed into usable decision-making information.
Emphasis is placed on the need to extract information
from data in order to aid and assist managers in deci-
sion-making where uncertain and incomplete informa-
tion exist.
ARRW 102: Business Research and Report
Writing II, ECTS 5
Through this course students will be taught to use
more advanced methods of obtaining information,
including online library facilities like Infotrac and
EBSCO. Evaluate data and information, and then
organize, categorize and file in preparation for writing-
up, distinguishing – particularly important for academ-
ic purposes –between primary and secondary
sources. Identify, and respond accordingly to, the spe-
cific requirements of different projects, for example
papers for different journals, and proposals to different
funding agencies. Generate ideas for proposal, either
for academic research and/or for professional investi-
gation to be funded by private agencies/companies.
ABSP 400: Senior Project, ECTS: 11
The project aims to give students the opportunity to
apply their knowledge of Business Administration to a
real business situation, develop communication skills
and be involved in research in the field of the
Business domain.
ABSO 423: International Business, ECTS: 5
The course seeks to equip students with the knowledge
and conceptual tools with which to understand better
the dynamic and increasingly complex phenomenon of
globalization. It is focused on the European Union and
the Union’s “constitutional development” because this
topic is of considerable importance for the students
since Cyprus is an EC-member. The second main topic
is the relationship between the EU and the
Mediterranean region called the Euro-Med Partnership.
Finally there is a brief but comprehensive approach to
the Emerging Markets in Asia above all to the develop-
ment of the Chinese economy during recent years.
AMAT 110: Business Mathematics, ECTS 5
The course aims to familiarize the students with basic
mathematical concepts. Great emphasis is placed
upon applications related to business problem formu-
lation and solution. The subject starts with a review of
basic algebra (functions, nature and notation, types of
functions), linear equations and analytic geometry of
the straight line. The concept of matrix, the use of
matrices to present data, and the use of matrices in
the solution of linear systems of equations are exam-
ined. An introduction to linear programming tech-
niques and sensitivity analysis is taught, using the
graphical method and simplex method.
AMAT 106: Calculus for Business and Social
Sciences, ECTS 5
The aim of the course is to introduce students into the
applications of calculus in business, economic and
social science. The most important chapters include
functions, limits, continuity, rules of differentiation,
derivatives of polynomials, logarithmic and rational
functions. Also, the use of the derivative to approxi-
mate the marginal cost and the marginal revenue, and
to maximize or minimize a function. The concept of the
partial derivatives and the use of the Lagrange multi-
pliers to maximize or minimize a function of two vari-
ables subject to a constraint are presented. In addi-
tion students are examined on decay problems with
emphasis to business applications. Finally the con-
cept of indefinite and defined integrals are given, the
rules of integration and application of integration in
business-situated problems are presented.
ABSM101: Marketing Principles I, ECTS 5
The aim of this course is to develop the student’s
understanding of the fundamental functions of mar-
keting as well as the critical role of marketing in the
today’s global and competitive environment. In addi-
tion the concepts of market segmentation and target-
ing are identified, and emphasis is given on the mar-
keting strategies (marketing mix and promotion-com-
munication mix) for differentiating and positioning for
competitive advantage.
ABSM112: Marketing Principles II, ECTS 5
The aim of this course is to assist students to get a
more broaden picture of the marketing function and its
business implication in the today’s competitive world.
It attends to give an understanding of the role of
Advertising as a communication and promotional tool,
the major phases in a typical product life cycle curve,
how customers actually make their buying decision,
and the major stages in a marketing research process.
ABSM202: Consumer Behavior, ECTS 5
The main objective of this course is to help students
examine and analyze in some depth the personal
characteristics of consumers and how these charac-
teristics affect buying behavior. It also examines how
consumers make buying decisions.
ABSM203: Marketing Research and Information
Systems, ECTS 5
The main objective of this course is to assist students
examine thoroughly the marketing information system
and the four steps in marketing research process with
specific reference to real life examples.
ABSE 101: Introduction to Microeconomics,
ECTS 5
Fundamentals and logic of Economics, role of mar-
kets, trade, specialization, globalisation, division of
labour, money and capital, role of government. Basic
elements and applications of Supply and Demand,
equilibrium of supply and demand, price elasticity,
consumer behaviour, utility theory, paradox of value,
indifference curves.
ABSE 102: Introduction to Macroeconomics,
ECTS 5
Key concepts, objectives and instruments of
Macroeconomics. Aggregate supply and demand.
Measurement of economic activities, real and nominal
GDP, price indices, consumption, investment, saving.
Business fluctuations, business cycles, the multiplier
model, fiscal and monetary policies.
ABSE 203: Microeconomic Analysis, ECTS 5
Cost analysis, input choice, opportunity cost, cost the-
ory, least cost factor combination. Perfectly competi-
tive markets, imperfect competition: monopoly, oli-
gopoly, monopolistic competition. Information,
Innovation. Labour market, labour unions, race and
gender discrimination, factors’ rewards.
ABSE 204: Macroeconomic Analysis, ECTS 5
Money and interest rates, evolution of money, process
of deposit creation. Central banking, functions of
Central banks, effects of money on output and prices,
monetary transmission mechanism, money market,
monetary mechanism. Theories of economic growth,
strategies of economic development. Unemployment,
Okun’s law.
ABSE 302: Money and Banking, ECTS 5
Introduction to banking system; An overview of the
Financial system, Money, Understanding interest
rates, The Stock market, Structure of Central Banks,
Multiple Deposit creation and the money supply, Tools
of Monetary Policy, Goals and Targets of Monetary
Policy.
ness and to create knowledge skills covering all busi-
ness property and intellectual property in particular.
ABSL310: Business Law II, ECTS 5
The course aims to introduce the students to the study
of contracts of the sale of goods. To study the basic
concepts of the unincorporated and incorporated
organizations, particularly the partnership and the reg-
istered companies. To acquire a general knowledge of
business torts and business criminal.
ABSO 103: Introduction to Business
Organization I, ECTS: 5
The nature of organizations in general and business in
particular, the role and functions of management, the
basic managerial skills, and the basic managerial
roles. The evolution of management theory and the dif-
ferent theoretical managerial approaches. The inter-
play between organizations and their social, political,
legal, and cultural environments and, the contempo-
rary challenges that organizations and managers face.
ABSO 104: Intoduction to Business
Organization II, ECTS: 5
The behavior of employees in organizations, as individ-
uals and groups drawn from modern research findings
and behavioral science theory. Elaboration on organi-
zational behavior with a specific focus on motivation
and leadership. The communication process and the
basic elements of organizational change.
ABSO 105: Business Organization I, ECTS: 5
Overview of the principles of organizations and manage-
ment, its process and functions. The nature of organiza-
tional goals, the goal setting process, organization, tac-
tical and operational planning. The business decision
making process, rational, behavioral and group decision
making. Strategic management and business level strat-
egy with specific emphasis on the adaptation model,
Porter’s competitive strategy and the product life cycle.
ABSO 106: Business Organization II, ECTS: 5
Planning and decision-making overview, the funda-
mental elements of organizing, with specific emphasis
on specialization, departmentalization, delegation and
organizational culture. Detailed overview on leader-
ship, motivation, and control as functions of manage-
ment. Individuals within groups, managing teams and
handling conflict.
ABSO 201: Business Management I, ECTS: 5
Understand more deeply the nature of business and
the role of the manager in the modern business organ-
isation. Understand the nature of management deci-
sion-making, planning and control, as well as the key
aspects of organisational structure and design. Identify
the role and functions of management. Apply the
knowledge and understanding gained to suggest
improvements in decision-making processes. Analyse
and evaluate management decisions, based on the
various approaches to management developed.
ABSO 202: Business Management II, ECTS: 5
Know and understand ways in which organisational
performance may be improved through effective
human resource management. Understand and
analyse the key areas of managing individual behav-
iour, including the key theories of motivation, leadership
and organisational communication channels. Choose
and apply the different methods available for effectively
managing group behaviour. Demonstrate the impact of
the major contemporary social issues in the modern
business organisation. Analyse relationships between
management of people and organisation structure.
ABSO 204:Human Resource Management,
ECTS: 5
Overview of the modern activities concerning the man-
agement of people. Analysis of functions such as
recruitment, selection, compensation, development,
research, audit, safety, industrial health, performance
appraisal, legal environment and labor relations. Most
issues are viewed from the perspective of the employ-
ee, employer, customer, supplier, the organization and
society as a whole.
ABSO 307: Business Policy and Strategic
Management, ECTS: 5
Analysis of alternative entrepreneurial, competitive and
functional area approaches, which are pursued in posi-
tioning the organization to financial, production and
functional fields of management within a strategic man-
agement framework. Stressing the importance of basing
management decisions on a strategic view of organiza-
tions. Case study method applied, with emphasis on the
analysis of current management policy questions.
ACSC103: Computer Application Packages,
ECTS 5
The course aims to provide the students with an under-
standing of the principles of micro - computing appli-
cations on the basis of demand within the local market.
ACSC105: Business Information Systems,
ECTS 5
The course aims to give the student an appreciation of
particular computer-based systems used in commer-
cial organizations. To provide an introduction to the
techniques needed in the specification of requirements
of a computer based-system for a commercial applica-
tion. To develop the student’s ability to translate users’
requirements into a specification of a computer-based
system design. To help in answering the following
question: How and when to use computers and infor-
mation technology in order to improve the efficiency
and effectiveness of individuals, groups and organiza-
tions?
ACSC 201: Management Information I, ECTS: 5
Solve business problems using correlation and linear
regression and be in a position to interpret the results.
Explain and demonstrate the central limit theorem.
Identify and employ the chi-squared significance test
of association. Formulate equations and construct a
graph under the linear programming approach to
make business decisions that involve limiting factors.
Apply network analysis to program scheduling deci-
sions and be in a position to interpret the results.
ACSC 202: Management Information II, ECTS: 5
Identify and describe the stages of the systems life
cycle and systems development methods. Appraise
the role of information systems in strategic planning.
Construct data flow diagrams to mini-case study sce-
narios. Examine the issues concerning security in infor-
mation systems. Explain the components of hardware
and software in information systems
ABSA307: Advanced Accounting Practice, ECTS 5
The course aims to give the students the necessary
tools for understanding and interpreting : The
Accounts of Limited Companies (incorporation of
Financial Reporting Requirements), The Accounts of
Group Companies (incorporation of Financial
Reporting Requirements), Investment Accounts, The
Accounts of Other Undertakings, Joint Ventures,
Partnerships (Admission, Retirement, Dissolutions),
Sole traders, Non trading undertakings, Analysis of
Financial Statements, Alternatives to Historic cost
accounting, Accounting as an information system
ABSA308: Advanced Accounting Theory, ECTS 5
The aim of this course is to provide the student a criti-
cal analysis of the accounting concepts and standards.
To analyse the current theoretical, legal and institution-
al influences which regulate financial statements.
ABSA310: International Accounting, ECTS 5
This course aims to provide students with an under-
standing of the main issues in international financial
reporting. Topics covered include the influence of cul-
ture and societal values on accounting development,
the different approaches to classify accounting and
reporting systems. It also engages into an in-depth
examination of the main international accounting sys-
tems and practices such as the Anglo-Saxon,
Germanic, Japanese and Asian systems and prac-
tices. The recent initiatives in the area of harmonization
of accounting standards and practices are also critical-
ly explored.
ABSA 408: Auditing Theory and Practice I,
ECTS 5
The main aim is to introduce students into the filed of
auditing and to familiarize them with the audit process
and the role of the auditor in the business environment.
Emphasis is given on introducing fundamental auditing
concepts and investigating the legal/professional envi-
ronment within which an auditor operates. By the com-
pletion of this course students would have gained an
understanding of the audit process and the nature of
audit evidence.
ABSA 411: Auditing Theory and Practice II,
ECTS 5
The aim of this course is to capitalize on the fundamen-
tal principles of auditing developed in Auditing Theory
and Practice I, and extend student awareness into a
more detailed understanding of the procedures and
processes involved in conducting an audit. The auditing
theory and procedures are developed and then applied
through a review of audit case studies. Advanced audit
policies and procedures are also discussed.
ABSA413: Taxation I, ECTS 5
The aim is to provide a reliable foundation in the core
areas of tax to be encountered during initial phase of
tax experience, compute income tax liabilities, corpora-
tion tax liabilities.
ABSA414: Taxation II, ECTS 5
The aim is to provide a reliable foundation in the core
areas of tax to be encountered during initial phase of
tax experience, capital gains tax, national insurance,
value added tax.
changes.
AFIN204: Corporate Finance II, ECTS 5
The aim of this course is to develop the groundwork in
Corporate Finance and to examine topical and contro-
versial areas of corporate finance theory. Emphasis is
given on developing the students’ analytical and criti-
cal abilities.
AFIN305: Financial Markets and Institutions,
ECTS 5
The aim of this course is to enable students in taking
positions in securities, and derivative instruments for
project appraisal. Emphasis in understanding how
policies, industry regulations, and economic condi-
tions affect financial institutions performance.
AFIN306: Investment Analysis, Portfolio Theory
and Management, ECTS 5
The aim of this course is to provide a thorough ground-
ing on the basic concepts of investment and financial
Strategy match with an understanding of the practical
aspects.
AFIN411: International Finance, ECTS 5
The aim of this course is to enable students to know
more about Finance in the international arena, due to
increasing internationalisation of business and the
deregulation of capital markets.
ABSA 405: Advanced Management Accounting I,
ECTS 5
Employing the specific order and continuous costing
techniques to decision-making and stock valuation.
Identify and employ appropriate budgeting and vari-
ance analysis techniques to enable management to
control the business. Evaluate the strategic perform-
ance of a business and select appropriate financial
and non-financial performance measures. Design per-
formance evaluation systems from mini-case study
scenarios and, interpret the results
ABSA 406: Advanced Management Accounting II,
ECTS 5
Understand the objectives of preparing management
information and the need to adapt techniques in a
changing commercial environment. Use costing tech-
niques to evaluate management decisions in relation
to costing, pricing, limiting factors, product range and
marketing strategy. Examine the features of activity-
based approaches and be able to apply them to mini-
case studies. Appraise the strategic aspects of man-
agement accounting.
ABSA 409: Advanced Auditing Theory and
Practice I, ECTS 5
Demonstrate their ability to understand the profession-
al and ethical framework in which auditors work in.
Appraise the role of the internal audit in providing
assurance on risk management and on the control
framework of an organisation. Evaluate and recom-
mend quality control policies and procedures. Identify
and describe the work required to meet the objectives
of a group audit. Apply the requirements of internation-
al accounting standards and international financial
reporting standards to auditing practice.
ABSA 412: Advanced Auditing Theory and
Practice I, ECTS 5I
Interpret the financial statements of a firm (given in a
mini-case study scenario) and how this is related to the
audit and business risk. Identify and describe the work
required to meet the objectives of non-audit assign-
ments. Construct suitable audit reports that involve
advanced aspects of accounting based on mini-case
study scenarios. Examine the advanced aspects of
international accounting standards & international
financial reporting standards and apply them to mini-
case study scenarios. Critically appraise current issues
and developments in the auditing profession.
ARRW101 Business Research and Report Writing I
ECTS 5
Through this course students will get to know and
understand the need for, and methods to search for,
extract and synthesize information in a particular sub-
ject and topic area and write technical reports and aca-
demic papers to professional and academic standards
Obtain information from a variety of sources, including
the Internet, newspapers and libraries, using books,
journals and magazines. Evaluate information sources,
using judgement to select on the basis of quality and
reliability. Synthesize information in focused ways in
order to develop and support arguments. Write, using
appropriate layout, style, organization, structure and
referencing, reports and papers for a variety of profes-
sional and academic purposes
Department of
Maritime Studies
Chairperson
Ieoropoulos Sotiris (Acting)

Vice-chairperson
Petropoulos Dimos (Acting)

Professors
Lane Tony

Assistant Professors
Ieoropoulos Sotiris
Petropoulos Dimos

Lecturers
Berketis Nicolas
Nikolaidis Emmanouil
Plomaritou Evi

Visiting Teaching Staff

Vlachos George - Professor
Madella Anthony – Associate Professor
Violaris Antonis – Lecturer
Georgoudis Efstratios – Lecturer

Post Graduate Associates

Menelaou Angelos
Frangos Andreas

Special Teaching Staff

Constantinidou Stella
Constantinou Andreas
Nikolaou Nikos
Protopapas Polys
Maritime Studies
4 Years, Bachelor of Arts, European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System, ECTS

General Aim:
The program aims to equip students with a thorough knowledge of aspects of the maritime business, along with a broad business administration
skills required to enable them to fulfil the requirements of a managerial post within the maritime world and its associated industries.

To achieve this purpose, the program offers its students a unique blend of professional and academic courses. Practical training programs fur-
ther enrich their studies and enable them to become rapidly adaptive to the needs of employers and to respond appropriately and imaginatively to
emerging issues in a dynamic industry.

More specifically, the objectives of the program are:

- To equip students with a strong background in the standard core curriculum of business administration courses.
- To provide students with a firm grasp of the economic, political and social forces shaping the globalising trends of the world in the 21st century
as seen in the structure and functioning of the shipping industry.
- To provide a foundational and contextual approach to the appreciation of maritime law and the related legal issues.
- To explain the economic and commercial environment in which the shipping market is organized and to answer the basic questions on how it
works.
- To provide an innovative, “hands-on” approach to instruction directed by a dedicated faculty composed of experts in their fields.
- To provide a good grounding for a variety of careers in a range of management functions.
- To develop a firm foundation for the continual process of learning and to prepare students for postgraduate studies and research in Cyprus and
abroad.

Why Shipping Education in Cyprus?

- Cyprus is one of the world’s largest Third Party Ship Management centers. Recent published statistical data indicate that more than 5,000 peo-
ple are employed within its maritime Cluster, representing approximately 2% of the total gainfully employed population.
- With accession into the EU, Cyprus finds itself in the midst of unprecedented changes and challenges with increased competition from the
giants of Europe. Virtually non-existent in Cyprus until now, shipping education is desperately needed in order to meet the needs of the industry
and its expanding horizon.
- The Cypriot fleet is among the top ten largest fleets in the world. After Cyprus’ accession to the EU, the EU’s world share has increased from
15% to 20% and consequently, has improved substantially its competitive position in the global shipping arena. Cyprus could easily become one
of the Europe’s major maritime industry centers.
- Today the contribution of the shipping sector to the Cyprus economy is around 200 million CP representing around 2% of the GDP.
- The EU provides Cyprus with every opportunity to promote its many advantages into a genuine and viable shipping center to serve Cyprus, the
EU and the international shipping industry through studies and research.
- The Limassol campus of Frederick University is an ideal place to pursue Maritime Studies. Limassol’s multipurpose port, successful maritime
cluster and business community offers Frederick University’s maritime students a first-hand experience in commercial marine operations. The
Maritime Department collaborates with a number of shipping organizations aiming at providing students with practical experience and excellent
employment prospects.

Career Opportunities:
The diversity of supporting activities within the highly dynamic maritime industry and its various sectors consisting of may hundreds of large, medi-
um-sized and smaller employers offers a wide range of opportunities in demanding and challenging posts. Graduates of this program will have a
variety of career options including ship management, underwriting, port agency, freight forwarding, ship finance, ship broking, import and export
business as well as administrative posts in the private and public sectors.

Laboratories
Students of the Department also have access to the University's general purpose computer laboratories. These laboratories, with a total of 140
workstations, offer a wide variety of software including office applications, and educational software packages. The laboratories provide high-
speed Internet access and printing facilities and are accessible 08:00 to 21:00 daily.
The Program requires the completion of 240 ECTS credits and
comprises of required courses, business electives, business and
maritime electives and general electives.

ECTS ATLD 401 Logistics and Distribution Management 5 3

Required Courses 221 ATSC 401 Ship Broking and Chartering Practice 5 3
Business Electives 5 ATSF 402 Shipping Finance II 5 3
Business and Maritime Electives 10 ATMP 402 Maritime Policy II 5 3
General Electives 4 ATIM 401 International Law of the Sea 5 3
TOTAL 240 ATPR 400 Project 11 3

Required Courses ECTS Hours Business Electives ECTS Hours

ATSS 101 Introduction to Shipping AMAT 106 Calculus for Business and Social Sciences 5 3
and Shipping Markets 5 3 ABSA 102 Introductory Accounting II 5 3
ATEL 101 Introduction to English Legal System / ABSE203 Microeconomics Analysis 5 3
Law of Contract and Law of Torts 5 3 ABSE 204 Macroeconomics Analysis 5 3
ABSA 101 Introductory Accounting I 5 3 AMAT 210 Statistics II 5 3
AMAT 110 Business Mathematics 5 3 ABSM 112 Marketing Principles II 5 3
ABSE 101 Introduction to Microeconomics 5 3
ABCO 101 Business Communication I 5 3 Business and Maritime Electives
ATSG 101 Shipping Practice and Marine Geography 5 3
ATLC 101 Law of Carriage of Goods by Sea I 5 3 Group A - Business bias ECTS Hours
ABSO 103 Introduction to Business Organisation 5 3 ABSE 280 International Economics 5 3
ACSC 103 Computer Application Packages 5 3 ABSM 306 International Marketing 5 3
ABSE 102 Introduction to Macroeconomics 5 3 ABSM 202 Consumer Behavior 5 3
ABCO 102 Business Communication II 5 3 ABSA 206 Cost and Management Accounting II 5 3
ATLC 201 Law of Carriage of Goods by Sea II 5 3 ACSC 401 E-Business Concepts 5 3
ATET 201 Economics of Sea Transport ABSO304 Management Science I 5 3
and International Trade I 5 3 AFIN102 Business Finance II 5 3
ATMI 201 Marine Insurance I 5 3 ATLL 401 Cyprus labour Law / Industrial Relations 5 3
ATSA 101 Shipping Accounting 5 3
AMAT 112 Statistics I 5 3 Group B - Maritime bias ECTS Hours
ARRW 101 Business Research and Report Writing I 5 ATPA 301 Port Agency 5 3
ATSM 201 Ship Management 5 3 ATTE 301 Transport Economics 5 3
ATET 202 Economics of Sea Transport and ATMP 301 Marketing for Maritime and Port Operations 5 3
International Trade II 5 3 ATIT 401 Intermodal Transportation 5 3
ATMI 202 Marine Insurance II 5 3 ATQS 401 Quality and Safety in Shipping 5 3
ABSM 101 Marketing Principles I 5 3 ATLT 401 Liner Trades 5 3
AFIN 101 Business Finance I 5 3 ATSE 401 Management of Sea Environment 5 3
ARRW 102 Business Research and Report Writing II 5 3 ATCH 401 Technical Aspects of Ships
ATCH 201 Chartering I 5 3 and Cargo Handling 5 3
ATME 301 Maritime Economics I 5 3
ABSA205 Cost and Management Accounting I 5 3 General Electives
AFIN203 Corporate Finance I 5 3 Students should choose one course from group A and one course
ACSC105 Business Information Systems 5 3 from group B.
ABSO 204 Human Resources Management 5 3 ECTS Hours
ATCH 301 Chartering II 5 3 Group A - Cyprus Studies
ATME 302 Maritime Economics II 5 3 AECH111 Cyprus in the 20th Century 2 2
ATSL 301 Principles of Shipping Law 5 3 AECH101 Introduction to the History of Cyprus 2 2
ATMA 301 Shipping Managerial Accounting 5 3 Group B - Greek Language and Literature
ATTO 301 Port and Terminal Operations AEGL111 Modern Greek Literature 2 2
and Management 5 3 AEGL101 Introduction to Greek Language 2 2
ATSF 401 Shipping Finance I 5 3
ATMP 401 Maritime Policy I 5 3
Description of Courses
ATQS401: Quality and Safety in Shipping,
ECTS: 5
Quality systems in shipping overview: the past, the
present and the future; evolvement of quality systems;
different types and benefits of quality systems; signifi-
cance and disciplines involved with quality systems;
the inter-relationship between quality systems (the ISO
family of standards) and the maritime legislative
requirements; the IMO Conventions including SOLAS,
STCW 95 and MARPOL; the role and objectives of ISM
and ISPS codes; the role of the DPA; duties and
responsibilities of DPA; links between quality and safe-
ty in shipping; environmental systems in accordance
with the revised ISO 14004 standard; safety manage-
ment general approach; setting safety objectives.
ATPA301: Port Agency, ECTS: 5
The multiplicity of the Agent / Principal relationship.
Focus on the Agency functions when dealing with
Husbandry, a Liner or Tramp Principal. The Agency
duties towards the Ship, the Local Authorities, the
Law. The view of the Agency through different Charter
Parties. Documentation. Remuneration. Agency
Insurance Protection, Office Organisation.
ATSM201: Ship Management, ECTS: 5
Basic Ship Types revision. General duties of the Ship
Manager. Internal or Third Party. The cyclical nature of
shipping, and how it is related to the asset values. The
ways the shipowner makes money from the ship.
Overview of the ship management tasks. Brief histori-
cal development of third party ship managers. The
growth of 3rd party s/m, the demand side. An overview
of today’s ship managers. Legal aspects of s/m. Safety
and quality management. Information Technology and
the Human Element. Considerations of the future.
ATMI202: Marine Insurance II, ECTS: 5
Actual and Constructive total loss, Notice of
Abandonment, Shipbuilders', Repairers', and Marina
Operators' Liability; Products Liability, Subrogation,
Waiver of Subrogation, Loan Receipts and Double
Insurance, Reinsurance; Purpose, Reasons for effect-
ing reinsurance, fundamental principles, and types of
reinsurance systems, Mistake and Reformation.
ATMI201: Marine Insurance I, ECTS: 5
The History and Development of Marine Insurance,
The Contract of Marine Insurance and the principles of
Insurable Interest, Double Insurance, Right to
Contribution, Return of Premium, Subrogation, The
Marine Insurance contract formation, Types of Marine
Insurance policies and assignment of policies, The
Premium, Disclosures and Representations; the duty
of utmost good faith, materiality, standard of pru-
dence, and breach of the duty of utmost good faith,
and warranties; express and implied.
ATLT401: Liner Trades, ECTS: 5
Different Cargo carried on Different Services. The def-
inition of the Liner Service, and its ships types. Cargo
handling Equipment for cargo moving on Liner servic-
es. The Liner Agent. Terms of trade, terms of carriage.
INCO terms. The Bill of Lading, SeaWayBill, and their
legal roles and clause implications. Intermodalism.
Legal Background, carriers responsibility and indem-
nity. The Freight Forwarder. Container Ports and
Terminals, Transhipment. Conferences and Consortia.
ATSS 101: Introduction to Shipping and
Shipping Markets , ECTS: 5
The business and the players in shipping; types of
vessels; various ship operations (tanker – dry cargo);
purposes and objectives of the Classification
Societies; ships’ trading certificates (flag, class, port
state); master and crew; responsibilities of officers on
board; main types of shipping markets; dry bulk cargo
(tramp) market; liner market; tanker market.
ATSG 101: Shipping Practice and Marine
Geography , ECTS: 5
Introduction to Marine Geography; main trades in
shipping; seaports and their role as trade distribution
centres (distriparks); factors influencing the choice of
a seaport; Cyprus ports’ particulars; cargoes of vari-
ous types of ships; stowage of cargo; dangerous
cargo (IMDG); International Maritime Organisation
(IMO); International Labour Organisation (ILO); geo-
graphic restrictions and their influence on ship design.
ATCH 401: Technical Aspects of Ships and
Cargo Handling , ECTS: 5
Principal dimensions of a vessel; ship types and their
cargoes; features of the main cargo characteristics;
loading/discharging equipment on board a merchant
vessel; advantages/disadvantages of a self-discharg-
ing vessel; economic significance of the geared and
non-geared vessels; forces on a ship; explanation of
forces on a ship (stationary – moving) in the six
degrees of freedom; construction of the various sec-
tions of a vessel; loading scale chart: case study.
ATSA 101: Shipping Accounting, ECTS: 5
Operations of Shipping Industry. Balance Sheet –
Assets/Vessel Accounting, Depreciation of vessels;
Disposal of vessels; Current Assets: Master’s current
account; Inventories; Charterers. Current Liabilities:
Supplies; Accruals; Voyage suspense; Provisions;
Short term loans and leases. Long Term Liabilities.
Equity, Revenue reserve. Revenues: Freight Revenue;
Passenger revenue; Other revenue, Cost Elements:
Voyage Costs; Running costs, Voyage Accounting;
Treatment of incomplete voyage. Agency Accounting,
Branch Accounting, Theory of foreign exchange.
Freight and Exchange Restrictions. Accounting for
Foreign Branches. Accounting for Foreign Subsidiaries
ATMA301: Shipping Managerial Accounting,
ECTS: 5
Evaluation of financial statements, voyage accounting,
cost elements, standard costing and variance analysis,
budgeting and forecasting, capital investment apprais-
al, shipping accounts/reports, voyage estimates and
port-voyage audit, foreign exchange accounting.
ATTE 301: Transport Economics, ECTS: 5
Different types of public and private transport means
from an economic perspective. Decision making
process of the best transport means for any relevant
good. Differences between the several transport
means, the pricing system and the reasons for choos-
ing one or another. Statistical analysis of several vari-
ables in the transport network. EU rules and concepts
concerning intra EU transportation schemes; and
applied projects for enhancing the “motorways of the
seas”. Modern techniques such as “JIT”, “Door to
Door”, “End to End” etc.
ATET 201: Economics of Sea Transport and
International Trade I, ECTS: 5
Basics of the international trade and more specifically
the characteristics of international sea transport. The
role of the World Trade Organization within the global-
izing environment. The function of the sea transport of
dry, unitized and liquid cargoes. The rules of interna-
tional trade and especially of sea transportation, the
state and the international organizations’ trading rules.
ATET 202: Economics of Sea Transport and
international Trade II, ECTS: 5
The international trade system, the roles of key actors,
how sea trade is formed and regulated and in gener-
al what norms prevail in the global markets of sea
transported goods. Trading patterns and practices
including protectionism, discrimination and other trad-
ing forms. The practicalities of markets, including the
conditions and targets of the trading parties, through
a novel teaching method using practical examples of
the real trading world. The state and international rules
and regulations to the specific markets in which they
might operate, as well as the driving forces of interna-
tional trade and the shipping trade in particular. .
ATME 301: Maritime Economics I, ECTS: 5
Basic knowledge on maritime economics, concepts
and definitions, the different shipping markets as well
as the dry and liquid markets. The demand and sup-
ply for shipping services and its main characteristics,
as well as the terms of tramp and liner shipping. The
basic characteristics of the different shipping markets.
The theoretical and practical efforts (through work-
shops, teamwork and small projects) in order to adapt
in the shipping environment of any shipping firm.
Analysis of shipping environment.
ATME 302: Maritime Economics II, ECTS: 5
The functions and the driving forces of the different
shipping markets both for dry, unitized and liquid car-
goes. The pricing system, the competition rules, the
freight markets, as well as the formation of the differ-
ent performance indexes of the whole shipping mar-
ket. The real shipping environment in which the role
players shall be operating. The shipping markets’
volatility; the factors affecting the regional behaviour
of the various shipping indexes.
ATSE401: Management of Sea Environment,
ECTS: 5
The world energy: the energy balance, the thermody-
namic rules/principles, the photosynthesis, the renew-
al and not renewal of natural resources , the use of
tides, wave, the temperatures of the oceans for pro-
duction / supply of electrical energy. Ecology element
(the natural ecosystems and human intervention), sea
water wealth (not renewal and renewal of marine
resources), marine ecosystems management (basic
principles of natural ecosystems management, the
rate of renewal, the rate of substitute, case studies).
ATIT 401: Intermodal Transportation, ECTS: 5
The Integrated Ocean Transportation and Ports.
Intermodal freight transportation. Movements by
Ocean, Inland and Coastal Waterways; government
regulation and deregulation; the role of middlemen;
competition; and future trends of intermodality. Ocean
routes; terminals and cargo handling equipment; eco-
nomic aspects of selected ports; the relation of the
facility to its hinterland; costs of shipping through the
facility competitive position; labour cost and produc-
tivity; construction and rental costs; governmental
agencies; port authorities; and commissions.
ATEL 101: Introduction to English Legal System
/ Law of Contract and Law of Torts, ECTS: 5
The Nature of law: The Categories of Law, Sources of
Law, Civil and Criminal Court Structures. Contracts:
Offer, Acceptance, Consideration, Capacity, Intention
to create legal Relations, Contents of Contracts,
Vitiating Factors, Discharge of Contract. Agency:
Creation of Agency, The authority of an agent, The
relationship of principal and agent, The duties of
agent to principal, The rights of an agent, Relations
with third parties, Termination of agency. Torts:
Trespass to the person, Trespass to goods,
Dangerous Premises, Negligence, Nuisance.
ATLC 101: Law of Carriage of Goods by Sea I,
ECTS: 5
The laws relating to the carriage of goods by sea:
Contracts of affreightment. Meaning of “Charterparty”.
Charterparties types: Voyage Charterparties, Time
Charterparties, Charterparties by demise (bare boat
charterparties). Parties to Charterparties, Terms of a
Charterparty, Remedies.
ATLC 201: Law of Carriage of Goods by Sea II,
ECTS: 5
The laws relating to the carriage of goods and passen-
gers by sea: Bills of Lading. Form of Bill of Lading
and usual contents. Delivery of Bill of Lading, Signing
of Bill of Lading. Transfer of Bill of Lading. Freight. The
Law of the Carriage of Passengers by Sea:
ATSL301: Principles of Shipping Law, ECTS: 5
The Merchant Shipping Law of England and Cyprus:
Registration, sale and mortgages of ships. The law
relating to Masters and Seamen and relevant leading
cases. Liens on ships and Marine accidents:
Investigations and Inquiries.
ATLL401: Cyprus Labour Law / Industrial
Relations, ECTS: 5
The Contract of Employment and Sources of a Contract
of Employment. Employer’s Duties. Employee’s Duties.
Safety of Employees. Termination of Employment.
Unfair Dismissal. Redundancy. Discrimination in
Employment. The Tribunal of Labour Disputes. The
Settlement of Industrial Dispute. Trade Unions and the
Employers’ and Industrialists’ Federation.
ATLD401: Logistics and Distribution
Management, ECTS: 5
Basics of Intermodal Cargo Transportation. Various
parcel sizes. Groupage transportation, less than con-
tainer full loads, less than truck full. Ex factory / house
delivery for small parcel sizes. Introduction to Supply
Chain Management. Cost aspects. Theoretical mod-
els, efficiency benefits and short falls. Case studies.
ATTO 301: Port and Terminal Operations and
Management, ECTS: 5
Revision of Trade routes and Maritime Geography.
Shipping Markets. Port characteristics and specifica-
tions. Draft, Quays, Specialised Terminals. Cargo
handling. Scheduling. Case studies in Port
Management decisions, and political issues.
Applications in East Mediterranean.
ATMP 301: Marketing for Maritime and Port
Operations, ECTS: 5
Revision of Port and Terminal Operations. Needs of
International Shipping Companies, how each port fits
in to these needs. Modern port marketing. Its relation
to intermodalism. Liner Shipping trans shipment cen-
tres. Tarrif structure. Limitations of local regulations
and institutions. The application to this market of mar-
keting theories and tools.
spaces subject to national jurisdiction; international
maritime spaces and communications; International
Rules Governing the Status & Use of Merchant Ships;
Overview of European Union Shipping Law.
ATCH 201: Chartering I, ECTS: 5
Introduction to chartering and shipbroking practices.
Brief review of the Law of Carriage of Goods, Contract,
Insurance and of liability issues. Voyage Chartering:
model contract structure. Comparative analysis of
clauses of widely used c/p: GENCON94 used as a
basis. Voyage Estimation: Numerical Examples.
Demurrage and Dispatch Calculations: Numerical
Examples. Tanker Chartering: differences from dry-
cargo practices and c/p: Numerical Examples.
Assignment 1: V/C comparative analysis of clauses
Assignment 2: Numerical Examples – Voyage
Calculations & Demurrage-Dispatch. Midterm and
Final Exam
ATCH 301: Chartering II, ECTS: 5
Time Chartering: Model Agreements. Thorough
Comparative Analysis of C/P. Detailed analysis of
NYPE and other model c/p. Points of concern: speed,
description, etc. detailed analysis. Review of
Chartering issues (V/C and T/C). Contract of
Affreightment (CoA): cases and examples. Assignment
1: T/C comparative analysis of clauses Assignment 2
(Group): Group analysis and presentation of CoA
examples. Midterm and Final Exam
ATSC401: Shipbroking and Chartering Practice,
ECTS: 5
Outline of the theory of rational decision-making under
uncertainty. The decision to buy a second-hand vessel
or to order a newbuilding: Decision-tree analysis.
Review of financial planning and outline of financial
tools. The Newbuilding contract. Thorough Analysis of
examples. Second-hand tonnage: market aspects and
examples. The decision to inspect a vessel. Analysis of
the Norwegian Salesform. Comparative Analysis with
other forms (e.g. Japanese ones). Assignment 1: Case
Studies over Newbuilding contracts Assignment 2:
Analysis of NSF clauses (or similar). Midterms and
Final Exams
ATSF 401: Shipping Finance I, ECTS: 5
Volatility and capital intensity in the shipping industry;
evaluation of the various finance methods applicable in
the shipping industry; methods of investment apprais-
al under risky and uncertain scenarios; overview of the
modern ship finance methods and issues.
ATSF 402: Shipping Finance II, ECTS: 5
Intensive, highly interactive mixture of lectures, presen-
tations, group discussions, case studies and comput-
er-based exercises; covers the major issues of ship
finance such as debt financing, syndications and asset
sales, valuing ships, raising capital and cash flow
analysis.
ATMP 401: Maritime Policy I, ECTS: 5
Government regulations and policies overview; regula-
tions and policies with particular reference to Cyprus;
nature and significance of government maritime poli-
cies; the impact of maritime policies in the shipping
and port sectors; may influence of government regula-
tions and policies on individual maritime organizations
and the shipping industry at large; competitive advan-
tages offered by open Registries; the different modes
of ships registration; an understanding of the signifi-
cance of Quality shipping; , the impact of port state
control (PSC) on the operation of ships.
ATMP 402: Maritime Policy II, ECTS: 5
Understanding of E.U. policies and their impact in
European maritime affairs; inconsistencies between
the International Rules, Regulations and
Recommendations; the effects of protectionism and
unilateral action; understanding of the concept of ship
management in a globalized environment; impact and
potential of the ISM and the ISPS Codes in the mar-
itime industry; the impact on the shipping and ship-
building policy of the EU, OECD and other International
Organizations; private shipping sector (independent
owners, industrial carriers) and public shipping sector
(government fleets).
AMAT112: Statistics I, ECTS: 5
This subject aims to make the student aware of various
statistical concepts and techniques that have a bearing
on business and other industrial organizations.
Specifically, this module aims to analyze and present
business data and other statistical information and to
understand the use and the usefulness of probability.
ABSA101: Introductory Accounting I, ECTS: 5
The main aim of the course is to provide students the
basic principles underlying the recording of business
will also be expected to deal with adjustments to
accounts such as bad debts, provisions and deprecia-
tion. Students are also expected to deal with advanced
aspects concerning adjustments to accounts such as
the correction of errors and suspense accounts.
AFIN101 Business Finance I, ECTS: 5
The main aim of the course is to provide students with
outline knowledge concerning the principles of invest-
ment appraisal. They will also be expected to under-
stand the significance of the time value concept to
investment appraisal. The investment techniques used
include the Net Present Value, the payback period and,
Internal Rate of Return and students will be expected to
apply their techniques to problems set. The signifi-
cance of the cost of capital to investment appraisal will
be explained to students who are expected to be able
to calculate this figure.
ACSC105: Business Information Systems,ECTS: 5
The course aims to give the student an appreciation of
particular computer-based systems used in commer-
cial organizations. To provide an introduction to the
techniques needed in the specification of requirements
of a computer based-system for a commercial applica-
tion. To develop the student’s ability to translate users’
requirements into a specification of a computer-based
system design. To help in answering the following
question: How and when to use computers and infor-
mation technology in order to improve the efficiency
and effectiveness of individuals, groups and organiza-
tions?
ABSA205: Cost and Management Accounting I,
ECTS: 5
The main aim of the course is for students to develop an
understanding of cost accounting, the terminology used
and the methods by which costs of operations, process-
es, departments, products or services are ascertained
using the absorption principle. Students will be expect-
ed to acquire knowledge of various costing techniques
used for materials, labour and overheads.
ABSA 102: Introductory Accounting II, ECTS: 5
The main aim of this course is to expand on the princi-
ples developed in the Introductory Accounting I and for
students to apply their accounting knowledge to other
business organisations such as sole traders, partner-
ships, limited companies and non-profit making organ-
isations. It also aims to further develop the student’s
ability to assess the financial position of an organisa-
tion from final accounts using techniques such as ratio
analysis. Students will also be expected to prepare
accounts for manufacturing businesses.
ABSM112: Marketing Principles II, ECTS: 5
The aim of this course is to assist students to get a
more broaden picture of the marketing function and its
business implication in the today’s competitive world. It
attends to give an understanding of the role of
Advertising as a communication and promotional tool,
the major phases in a typical product life cycle curve,
how customers actually make their buying decision,
and the major stages in a marketing research process.
AMAT210: Statistics II, ECTS: 5
The subject introduces the students to the basic prin-
ciples of inferential statistics. A variety of means by
which data may be processed in order to be converted
into usable decision-making information. Emphasis is
placed on the need to extract information from data in
order to aid and assist managers in decision-making
where uncertain and incomplete information exist.
ABSM202: Consumer Behavior, ECTS: 5
The main objective of this course is to help students
examine and analyze in some depth the personal char-
acteristics of consumers and how these characteristics
affect buying behavior. It also examines how con-
sumers make buying decisions.
AFIN102: Business Finance II, ECTS: 5
The main aim of the course is for students to expand
on the principles developed in the Business Finance I
and for students to gain a knowledge in the various
ways in which a firm may finance its operations.
Another important aspect of this course is the area of
Working Capital Management where the aim is for the
student to apply the techniques involved in this area
and to interpret the results. The course also aims to
introduce the concept of portfolio theory and the
Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM) that may be used
for calculating the cost of equity of a firm.
ABSA 206: Cost and Management Accounting II,
ECTS: 5
The main aim of the course is for students to expand
on the principles developed in the Cost and
Management Accounting I and to be able to apply
apply this knowledge to decision making. Students are
also expected to understand the concepts involved in
variance analysis and to be able to interpret the results.
ABSM306: International Marketing, ECTS: 5
The aim of the course is to give an understanding of
the complex environment and strategies in internation-
al marketing. In particular, it introduces the student to
the fundamentals of international marketing with refer-
ence to the environmental forces that the international
marketer has to consider, various activities necessary
for international marketing planning; export and import
operations, joint ventures, licensing, franchising, take-
over, merger and acquisition.
ABSM101: Marketing Principles I, ECTS: 5
The aim of this course is to develop the student’s
understanding of the fundamental functions of market-
ing as well as the critical role of marketing in the
today’s global and competitive environment. In addi-
tion the concepts of market segmentation and target-
ing are identified, and emphasis is given on the mar-
keting strategies (marketing mix and promotion-com-
munication mix) for differentiating and positioning for
competitive advantage.
AFIN203: Corporate Finance I, ECTS: 5
The aim of the course is to introduce students into the
theory and practice of corporate finance, in order to
enable them to cope with routine problems and be
capable of responding rationally to economic market
changes.
AMAT 110: Business Mathematics, ECTS: 5
The subject aims to familiarize the students with basic
mathematical concepts. Great emphasis is placed
upon applications related to business problem formu-
lation and solution. The subject starts with a review of
basic algebra (functions, nature and notation, types of
functions), linear equations and analytic geometry of
the straight line. The concept of matrix, the use of
matrices to present data, and the use of matrices in the
solution of linear systems of equations are examined.
An introduction to linear programming techniques and
sensitivity analysis is taught, using the graphical
method and simplex method.
AMAT 106: Calculus for Business and Social
Sciences, ECTS: 5
The aim of the subject is to introduce students into the
applications of calculus in business, economic and
social science. The most important chapters include
functions, limits, continuity, rules of differentiation,
derivatives of polynomials, logarithmic and rational
functions. Also, the use of the derivative to approxi-
mate the marginal cost and the marginal revenue, and
to maximize or minimize a function. The concept of the
partial derivatives and the use of the Lagrange multipli-
ers to maximize or minimize a function of two variables
subject to a constraint are presented. In addition stu-
dents are examined on decay problems with emphasis
to business applications. Finally the concept of indefi-
nite and defined integrals are given, the rules of inte-
gration and application of integration in business-situ-
ated problems are presented.
ABSE101: Introduction to Microeconomics, ECTS: 5
Fundamentals and logic of Economics, role of mar-
kets, trade, specialization, globalisation, division of
labour, money and capital, role of government. Basic
elements and applications of Supply and Demand,
equilibrium of supply and demand, price elasticity,
consumer behaviour, utility theory, paradox of value,
indifference curves.
ABSE102: Introduction to Macroeconomics, ECTS: 5
Key concepts, objectives and instruments of
Macroeconomics. Aggregate supply and demand.
Measurement of economic activities, real and nominal
GDP, price indices, consumption, investment, saving.
Business fluctuations, business cycles, the multiplier
model, fiscal and monetary policies.
ABSE 203: Microeconomic Analysis, ECTS: 5
Cost analysis, input choice, opportunity cost, cost the-
ory, least cost factor combination. Perfectly competi-
tive markets, imperfect competition: monopoly, oligop-
oly, monopolistic competition. Information, Innovation.
Labour market, labour unions, race and gender dis-
crimination, factors’ rewards.
ABSE 204: Macroeconomic Analysis, ECTS: 5
Money and interest rates, evolution of money, process
of deposit creation. Central banking, functions of
Central banks, effects of money on output and prices,
monetary transmission mechanism, money market,
monetary mechanism. Theories of economic growth,
strategies of economic development. Unemployment,
Okun’s law.
Description of Courses
ABSE 280: International Economics, ECTS: 5
The scope of International Economics, The roles of
trade and International Monetary relations, The Law of
comparative advantage, The Heckscher – Ohlin
Model: The Rybczynski theorem, The Heckscher –
Ohlin theorem, the Stolper Samuelson theorem, the
factor price theorem, Growth and Trade: The nature of
the growth process, The effects of growth on small
countries, The growth in the world economy, The
Prebisch – Singer thesis, Arguments for Protection.
ABSO304: Management Science I, ECTS: 5
The course is designed to introduce students to the
basic principles of Management Science / Operations
Research. A variety of means by which data may be
processed in order to be converted into usable deci-
sion making information are discussed. Emphasis is
placed on the need to extract information from data in
order to aid and assist managers in decision making.
appraisal, legal environment and labor relations. Most
issues are viewed from the perspective of the employ-
ee, employer, customer, supplier, the organization
and society as a whole.
ACSC103: Computer Application Packages,
ECTS: 5
The course aims to provide the students with an
understanding of the principles of micro - computing
applications on the basis of demand within the local
market. Students are well trained in the use of the
applications in order to gain a level of comfort with the
application and learn the various requirements and
capabilities of the applications.

ABCO 101 Business Communication I, ECTS 5

Through this course students will be trained to
remember, and understand well enough to be able to
paraphrase, basic business vocabulary in English as
well as apply the English language, enhanced by this
new vocabulary and understanding, in simulated busi-
ness-related conversations and short reports. Identify
ways of improving business communications through
the use of clearer language. This will be achieved
through comparisons of different situations and dia-
logues.

ABCO 102 Business Communication II, ECTS 5

Through this course students will be trained to under-
stand the key elements of the different business disci-
plines at an abstract level and communicate this
understanding in their own words. Evaluate, through
essays on selected topics, ways in which the improve-
ment in language has enhanced their understanding
of the disciplines Write their own essays, showing that
language has reached a sufficient level for an abstract
understanding of the texts in the business disciplines.

ARRW 101 Business Research and Report

Writing I, ECTS 5
Through this course students will get to know and
understand the need for, and methods to search for,
extract and synthesize information in a particular sub-
ject and topic area and write technical reports and
academic papers to professional and academic stan-
dards. Obtain information from a variety of sources,
including the Internet, newspapers and libraries, using
books, journals and magazines. Evaluate information
sources, using judgement to select on the basis of
quality and reliability. Synthesize information in
focused ways in order to develop and support argu-
ments. Write, using appropriate layout, style, organi-
zation, structure and referencing, reports and papers
for a variety of professional and academic purposes

ARRW 102 Business Research and Report

Writing II, ECTS 5
Through this course students will be taught to use
more advanced methods of obtaining information,
including online library facilities like Infotrac and
EBSCO. Evaluate data and information, and then
organize, categorize and file in preparation for writing-
up, distinguishing – particularly important for academ-
ic purposes –between primary and secondary
sources. Identify, and respond accordingly to, the
specific requirements of different projects, for exam-
ple papers for different journals, and proposals to dif-
ferent funding agencies. Generate ideas for proposal,
either for academic research and/or for professional
investigation to be funded by private agencies/com-
panies.

ABSO 103: Introduction to Business

Organisation I, ECTS: 5
The nature of organizations in general and business in
particular, the role and functions of management, the
basic managerial skills, and the basic managerial
roles. The evolution of management theory and the
different theoretical managerial approaches. The inter-
play between organizations and their social, political,
legal, and cultural environments and, the contempo-
rary challenges that organizations and managers
face.

ABSO 204: Human Resources Management,

ECTS: 5
Overview of the modern activities concerning the
management of people. Analysis of functions such as
recruitment, selection, compensation, development,
research, audit, safety, industrial health, performance
Department of
Architecture
Chairperson
Touliatos Panayiotis

Professors
Athanasopoulos Christos
Touliatos Panayiotis

Assistant Professors
Chrysochou Naso
Mesaritis Nikos

Lecturers
Ioannou Viron
Papadopoulos Telis

Visiting Teaching Staff

Spriridonides Constantinos - Assistant Professor
Panayiotopoulos Nicolas – Lecturer
Claudio Conenna – Lecturer
Eliadou Esperia

Special Teaching Staff

Pelekanos Marios
Sivitanidou Angeliki
Architecture
5 Years, Postgraduate Diploma, European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System, ECTS
with exit point at 4 years granting Bachelor in Architecture (Ptychio)

Program’s philosophy
The program of architecture offers a stimulating academic environment concentrated on the teaching, learning and investigating architecture,
understood as the manifestation in space of our social and cultural life, as an expression of human values, as the inspiring context of human activ-
ity. The program invites students to investigate the domain of architectural knowledge and experience in order to construct their own architectural
language consequent to their own understanding of the modern culture and the contemporary world. It welcomes students who have more ques-
tions than answers and who are more interested in approaches than conclusions. Graduates of this program will be equipped with direct sensitivi-
ty, imagination and intellect, necessary conditions for a successful architectural career in a world more global, more urban, more technologically
complex and more open to change. As change itself is the only certainty in our days, this program wants to equip its students with the practical
and intellectual tools, necessary to invent and implement new forms of architectural expression for the future.

The program does not seek to impose any single design philosophy, but rather to encourage in each student the development of discernment
and a personal approach to design. Studies in architecture in Frederick University are based upon the conception that architecture is primarily
driven by values, principles, ethics and objectives directing the creative manipulation of mass, space, volumes, materials, textures, light and prag-
matic elements such as cost, construction techniques, environmental issues and technology; that an architect must be a thinker and a maker
empowered by creativity and interdisciplinary knowledge; that making architecture is not a beauty contest but a constant making and remaking
human activities environment; that everything is possible, but not everything is right for every situation; that there are many ways to create archi-
tecture and many more will be invented in the future as the human capacity to imagine and create is endless. But there is always a sensitive core
of standards, which in a particular cultural context define what architectural quality is. The aim of the program is to convince, to induce its students
that for those who chose to be architects, architecture is a culture, a commitment and a lifelong path to discovery.

Aims and Objectives

The main aims of the offered program are:
1. To assure that students will acquire all the spectrum of competences necessary for the successful practice of architecture and lifelong learning.
2. To stimulate artistic sensitivity and creative powers,
3. To strengthen intellectual growth and the capacity to develop creative and responsible answers to unique and changing questions.
4. To contribute to interdisciplinary and multi-disciplinary teaching within other units of the University and with other universities, local and
international.

More specifically, the program wishes to ensure to graduates a profile of an architect who is:
- Efficient to articulate artistic sensitivity with technological expertise and theoretical knowledge with practice.
- Capable to deal with all scales of design activity from urban space to objects design
- An open-minded personality with critical thinking and ethical commitment with highly developed the learning to learn ability.
- Able to cope creatively and operationally with the challenges of our era and capable to be adapted to the changes happening in the domain of
the production of built environment.
- Sensitive to any kind of local cultural particularities. Honoring the past but certainly being aware of the new trends and dynamics of the
international architectural production.
- Passionate to invent the future with the new, the different, the other.
- Sensitive to environmental issues and capable to design energy sustainable environments.
- Able to operate within a variety of client, architect, management and builder relationships in an effective and professional way, within the
constraints imposed by the building and construction industry, the project budget and the brief.

The program of Architecture is structured upon six thematic units:

- Architectural design
- Technology and Environment
- Architecture, City and Civilization
- Expression and Representation
- Professional Practices
- Elective Courses

The Program has been conditionally approved by the Evaluation Committee of Private Universities (ECPU).
The program of architecture is structured upon six thematic units: BACULT09 Architecture and Urban Analysis and Criticism 3 2
Architectural design, Technology and Environment, Architecture, BACULT10 Theories and Doctrines of Urban Planning 3 2
City and Civilization, Expression and Representation, Professional BACULT11 Urban Planning and Sustainable Development 5 4
Practices and Elective Courses. BACULT12 Special Studies in Philosophy and
ECTS Human Sciences 3 2
Required Courses 275 BACULT13 Theories and Doctrines of Architectural
Free Electives 25 and Urban Design 2 2
TOTAL 300 BACULT14 Investigation and Critical Analysis
of Contemporary Architectural Paradigms 5 4
Required Courses ECTS Hours BACULT15 Special Studies: Urban Planning
Thematic Unit: Architectural Design Studio Courses Intervention in Urban Space 3 4
BAARCH01 Discovering Architecture 12 12 BACULT16 From the Formulation of the Question
BAARCH02 Experimenting with Space and Forms 12 12 to the Investigation of the Answer:
BAARCH03 Architectural Design and Construction: Seminars supporting Diploma Design Thesis
Design and Construction Logics 12 12 and the Research Written Dissertation 3 2
BAARCH04 Architectural Design and Conservation – BACULT17 Supporting and Supervising the
Restoration of Historic Buildings 12 12 Research Written Dissertation 8 2
BAARCH05 Architectural Design & Architecture of the City 12 12 BACULT18 History of Art and Architecture: 19th Century 2 2
BAARCH06 Architectural Design & Cultural Landscapes 12 12 Thematic Unit: Expression and Representation
BAARCH07 Integrated Design Studio 1: BACOM01 Observation and Sketching 3 4
Designing Materialities to Live in 12 12 BACOM02 Architectural Representations and Geometry 2 4
BAARCH08 Integrated Design Studio 2: Design Plus 12 12 BACOM03 Observation, Representation and Creation
BAARCH09 Elective Master Studio: of Volumes 3 4
Subject area a: Experimenting with Architecture BACOM04 Digital Representation Tools I 2 4
Subject area b: Architecture, Place and Civilization BACOM05 Digital Representation Tools II 2 4
Subject area c: Architecture, Environment, Technology 12 12 BACOM06 Digital Tools for Measuring and Representation 3 3
BAARCH10 Support and Supervision of the Diploma Project: BACOM07 Visual Arts in Public Space 3 2
Subject area a: Experimenting with Architecture BACOM08 Digital Tools for the Creation of
Subject area b: Architecture, Place and Civilization Architectural Forms - Mathematics 2 4
Subject area c: Architecture, Environment, Technology 18 2 BACOM09 Research Methodology and Writing
Thematic Unit: Technology and Environment Scientific Dissertations 2 2
BATECH01 Matter and Materials 5 4 BACOM10 Digital Tools for Simulation and Testing 3 2
BATECH02 Materials and Construction Methods I 5 4 BACOM11 Paper Writing on the Theme of
BATECH03 Structures and Architecture 3 2 Design Studio Plus 2 2
BATECH04 Materials and Construction Methods II 5 4 BACOM12 Advanced Digital Representation Multimedia 5 4
BATECH05 Concrete Structures 3 2 BACOM13 Presentation Strategies of Design Projects
BATECH06 Building Physics - Technology of the and Written Dissertations 2 2
Building’s Skin 3 2 Thematic Unit: Professional Practices
BATECH07 Materials and Construction Methods III 5 4 BAPROF01 Professional Environments:
BATECH08 Wooden and Metallic Structures 3 2 Organisation of Architectural Projects 3 2
BATECH09 Electrical and Mechanical Installations 2 2 BAPROF02 Professional Environments:
BATECH10 New Construction Materials, Organisation of the Professional Practice 3 2
New Architectural Experimentations 3 2 BAPROF03 Professional Environments: Organisation
BATECH11 Special Environmental Studies: and Management of the Construction Site 2 4
Living Ambiences 3 2 BAPROF04 Professional Environments: Obligations,
BATECH12 Environment & Climate in Architectural Design 3 2 Rights and Institutional Framework
BATECH13 Materials and Construction Methods IV 5 4 of Architect’s Profession 2 1
Thematic Unit: Architecture, City, Civilization
BACULT01 Ideas and Precedents of Free Electives
Contemporary Architecture 3 2 25 ECTS Credits are covered by elective courses offered by the staff of
BACULT02 History of Art and Architecture: 20th Century 2 2 the Department as well as from other Departments of Frederick University.
BACULT03 The Human, the Architecture and the City 3 2
BACULT04 Architecture and Society 3 2
BACULT05 History of Art and Architecture: Antiquity 2 2
BACULT06 The Architecture of Cyprus 3 2
BACULT07 History of Art & Architecture:15th-18th Centuries 2 2
BACULT08 The History of the City 2 2
Description of Courses
BAARCH 01: Discovering Architecture, ECTS:12
The first year is the beginning of the understanding and
investigation of all the components that constitute
architecture. Observation, analysis, frame, visual com-
munication, emergence and force of ideas are devel-
oped in the first year. It is obvious that the aforemen-
tioned are impossible to be investigated in-depth. The
intention however is to achieve an introduction to these.
The first year is designed in such a way that it intro-
duces simple exercises in the investigation of questions
of scale, size, proportions and relations of architectural
form and human body. The first small duration exercis-
es are focused on these relations so that the student
begins to comprehend the nature of the architectural
creation. These exercises of small duration are devel-
oped in such a way so that they allow the student a fast
experience of the culture of visual communication. The
small duration is an essential condition so that the var-
ious issues are investigated in a condensed way. The
first semester leads to the synthesis of all the above
issues and it allows the awareness of all the issues
placed from the very beginning of the semester. The
studio requires the students to approach the simulation
of a typical architectural subject based on a small scale
that will, however, include all the issues that concern the
architecture in practice.
BATECH 01: Matter and Materials, ECTS:5
Each architectural proposal, as an expression of ideas
and views regarding the way of living in a structured
environment, is completed and implemented through
the process of construction. As a result of this, the
choice of materials based on their attributes (colour,
texture, volume, warmth, frigidity, penetrability, heat
capacity, resistance, sizes, availability, cost etc) con-
stitutes a decisive factor in the completion of an archi-
tectural idea. In order to impress the importance of the
choice of materials and construction in the process of
the architectural creation, this course attempts an ini-
tial general review of the structural materials and of the
way that these are developed in the process of draw-
ing and construction.
BATECH 03: Structures and Architecture, ECTS:3
This course is related to the basic structures of con-
structions. It has as an aim to develop a comprehen-
sion of the basic principles and behaviour of struc-
tures in different conditions of load, overload and
deformities caused by internal and external loads in
an approach, which is considered to be in a high
degree, a non mathematical one. It is related to the
structure that exists in different objects as a bridge, a
box of packing, some furniture, a building, etc. and
covers all the usual structural elements, which are
either individual or in a complex form. This course is
an introductory one and towards its end it is combined
with contemporary architecture via the comprehen-
sion and analysis of relatively simple structures of
known precedents of contemporary architecture.
BACULT 01: Ideas and Precedents of
Contemporary Architecture, ECTS:3
This is a theoretical course which aims at introducing
students to contemporary architectural precedents so
that they shape the first pictures from modern archi-
tectural reality. At the same time this course aims at
broadening students’ horizons in modern ideas that
these examples convey or enclose so that they begin
to understand the relation of the form with the ideolog-
ical, and further, cultural environment that created it.
While the course collaborates with the BAARCH 01
studio, the choice of examples and their way of analy-
sis are determined by the studio’s themes that the
instructive team proposes.
BACOM 01: Observation and Sketching, ECTS :3
The student learns to keep a record of his/her training
process, such as a notepad with sketches, thoughts
and notes that arise while he/she draws. In this way
he/she learns to study and develop abilities that will
help him/her create and enrich his/her architectural
vocabulary and comprehend all the specific features
of the structured environment via observation.
BACULT 02: History of Art and Architecture:
20th Century, ECTS:2
This course introduces students into the History of
architecture and begins with the study of movements
and pieces of work of the 20th century. This course
aims at showing students the development of ideas
and the reasons of drawing and construction of build-
ings the last 100 years, throughout a reverse historical
course, that is from modern to older examples. It also
aims at revealing the continuities and discontinuities
of the ideas in the techniques of construction and in
the forms which characterized the architecture of this
period in order the students to be able to comprehend
how the oldest is always part of the current as an
agreement, assimilation or even as a refusal. While the
approaches in History are many, this course deals
with Histories and not the History of Architecture.
BACOM 02: Architectural Representations and
Geometry, ECTS:2
This course deals with the representation and sketch-
ing using Descriptive Geometry. Students can enrich
the ways which allow them the detailed investigation
of a form as well as its representation. Several geo-
metrical problems, which arise during the process of
drawing, are solved via this course.
BAARCH 02: Experimenting with Space and
Forms, ECTS:12
During the first year the main idea is the students to
realise via this introduction that having the knowledge
of all the issues which are under discussion regarding
architecture, the new architect should always present
a continuous identification of his/her style and devel-
opment of his/her own philosophy concerning archi-
tecture. In the second semester the studio deals with
more complex issues. The second semester begins
with an activity on simple structure that allow students
to attribute in a form that they drew its static structure
and to check whether it is resistant to deformities
caused by various forms of loads even to exhaust its
limits of endurance. The aim of the activity is to make
clear how such a vital issue, as the static institution of
a construction, is involved in the practice of drawing.
The laboratory also introduces notions as the relation
of a building with a more general urban planning of
the place where the building is situated. A small activ-
ity follows which is focused on the graphic represen-
tation and analysis of the subject. It is important to
underline the dimension of the optical communication
before it deals with the final drawing project of the
year. The final studio deals with the synthesis of all the
issues which have arisen during the academic year.
What is added, however is the configuration of the sur-
rounding space and the incorporation of the drawing
project into the landscape (urban or natural).
BATECH 02: Materials and Construction
Methods I, ECTS:5
In order to impress the importance of suitable choices
regarding the constructional methods as well as the
availability of the industrial structural materials, the
course attempts to achieve an initial general review of
the basic constructional methods that are developed
in the process of construction. This is a general intro-
duction into the area of architectural technology. In
particular this course deals with ways through which
the building acquires the ability to resist exterior phe-
nomena and correspond to the basic needs which are
imposed by its direct natural environment, as well as it
also bears weight and survive difficulties.
BATECH 05: Concrete Structures, ECTS:3
This course refers to the institutions of concrete struc-
tures. It has as an aim to develop a comprehension of
the basic principles and behaviour of institutions of
concrete structures in different conditions of loading,
difficulties and deformities caused by internal and
external loads in an approach, which is considered to
be in a high degree, a non mathematical one. A great
importance is given on the reaction of concrete insti-
tutions during an earthquake. This course seeks to
underline the abilities of concrete institutions beyond
the conventional frames in forms of high aesthetic
quality and forms that satisfy particular needs for use,
big slaps etc. When the course is almost at the end,
it is combined with contemporary architecture via the
comprehension and analysis of relatively simple insti-
tutions of concrete which are known examples of con-
temporary architecture.
BACOM 03: Observation, Representation and
Creation of Volumes, ECTS:3
This course aims at encouraging students to make an
attempt and realize directly the 3D dimension of their
projects via the creation of models and maquettes.
Several different materials which are selected for
these 3D constructions enable students to understand
the distinctive features of the volume caused by the
choice of different materials.
BACULT 03: The Human, the Architecture and
the City, ECTS:3
The course introduces the relation of architecture with
humanistic sciences, philosophy and culture. Behind
each architectural work and behind the city, there is
the presence of a person as a recipient of architectur-
al work but also as a basic figure for whom/which work
is drawn and manufactured. Depending on the way
that each period of time perceives the person it also
makes the relevant architecture and the city that is
created by him for him. Sociology, philosophy, anthro-
pology and semiotics are scientific fields which can
enrich our knowledge for the person and thus explain
to us what made the architecture of a period and the
corresponding city to be created in such a way.
BACOM 04: Digital Representation Tools I,
ECTS:2
Through the course, students have a first contact with
computers as tools of representation, and aims to
introduce the possibilities that different software have
to offer.
BACULT 05: History of Art and Architecture:
Antiquity, ECTS:2
The course is a follow-up of architecture in the time
frame beginning from the Ancient Times until the
Middle Ages. The course will examine the relation of
architecture and Art and will present the common rea-
sons that are developed additionally in the course of
time. The historical knowledge is not presented as a
simple recording of forms, geometry, constructional
reasons, means and possibilities, but in addition to the
course BACULT 04, will be presented as an expression
of cultural and social dynamics that the architectural
creation undertakes to express in an area.
BAARCH 03: Architectural Design and
Construction: Design and Construction Logics,
ECTS:12
The main objective is to promote students’ awareness
of interaction on issues regarding the architect during
designing, having as a purpose the development of
ability to attribute constructional quality in a high aes-
thetics proposal, social sensitivity and theoretical
background. The course’s objective is that the student
acquires a basic, but fundamental comprehension of
interaction on basic issues of architectural design and
technology, by comprehending the following: Graphic
depiction and representation, means, tools, research
and critical thought, creation and development of
architectural idea/conception, Incorporation of manu-
factured issues and building technology (materials,
constructional methods, questions/issues on the
physics of the shell, electromechanical installations
etc.), institutional issues, fulfilment issues.
BATECH 04: Materials and Construction
Methods II, ECTS:5
In order to outline the importance of suitable choices
concerning constructional methods, as well as the
available from the industry structural materials that will
strengthen and better express the architectural con-
ception and idea, the course attempts a detailed pres-
entation of the constructional methods that are devel-
oped in the process of manufacture in the history of
architecture. In other words, it presents a thorough
investigation in the field of architectural technology.
Specifically, the course will deal with the ways through
which the building acquires not only the ability to over-
come the exterior phenomena and to correspond to
the basic needs that are imposed by its direct natural
environment, but also to bear weight and survive diffi-
culties, while at the same time, acquire high architec-
tural quality via the constructional choices of the
designer.
BATECH 08: Wooden and Metallic Structures,
ECTS:3
The course is aimed at concrete institutions. Its pur-
pose is for students to develop a comprehension of
the basic principles and the behaviour of concrete
institutions in different loading conditions, difficulties
and deformities from internal and exterior weights with
an approach, to a great degree, non mathematical.
Great emphasis is placed on the behaviour of con-
crete institutions in the case of an earthquake.
Apart from the conventional frames, the course
intends to stress the possibilities of concrete institu-
tions in forms of high aesthetic quality and forms that
satisfy particular needs for use, big openings etc.
Towards completion, the course is combined with cur-
rent architecture via comprehension and analysis of
relatively simple concrete institutions through known
examples of current architecture.
BATECH 06: Building Physics - Technology of
the Building’s Skin, ECTS:3
Through the duration of the course, an extensive study
will take place on the positive and negative effects of
the natural environment of buildings, with greater
emphasis given on the building’s skin. In addition,
there will be a study of how buildings react towards
natural phenomena such as sun, high and low tem-
peratures, rain, wind, snow, humidity etc, as well as
examine buildings’ outcomes through phenomena of
anthropogenic origin, such as fire and environmental
pollution. The aim is the formation of proposals for the
designing of buildings, the choice of suitable materi-
als but also the application of suitable techniques in
order to ensure conditions of comfort and health. The
educational objective of the course in general, is to
stress the fact that environmental factors influence
greatly the operation of buildings. In other words, the
way of managing such parameters has direct conse-
quences in the designing of a building’s skin, not only
in a functional level but also in the form of the building.
The management of these parameters constitutes a
fundamental commitment during the designing
process.
process the relation of idea, ideology and design and
to examine how ideas, opinions and beliefs of society
influence the way that architecture becomes compre-
hensible in a given historical period but also the way
that this is designed and formed (process of design,
tools of design, knowledge and scientific areas that
intervene in the legalisation of architectural work etc.) It
is a detailed examination of architecture in a specific
historical period of society.
BACULT 07: History of Art and Architecture: 15th
- 18th Centuries, ECTS:2
This course is a follow-up on the progress of architec-
ture in the time frame from the Renaissance until the
19th century. The course will observe the relation of
architecture and Art and present the common reasons
that are additionally developed in the course of time.
Historical knowledge is not presented as a simple
recording of shapes, geometry, constructional rea-
sons, means and possibilities but, with the addition of
the course BACULT 04, 05 and 02, it is seen as an
expression of cultural and social dynamic that the
architectural creation undertakes to express in the
area.
BAARCH 04: Architectural Design and
Conservation – Restoration of Historic Buildings,
ECTS:12
The main objective is to promote students’ awareness
of interaction based on issues the architect faces dur-
ing designing, with final aim the development of the
ability to attribute constructional quality in a high aes-
thetics proposal, social sensitivity and theoretical
background. The objective of the course is to enable
the student acquire basic, but fundamental compre-
hension of interaction through basic issues of architec-
tural design and technology during the restoration of
historical buildings, by comprehending the following
issues: Graphic depiction and representation, means,
tools, research, critical thought, philosophy and under-
standing of restoration tendencies, creation and devel-
opment of a strategic restoration, incorporation of
manufactured issues during the restoration of historical
buildings, institutional issues, fulfilment issues
BATECH 07: Materials and Construction
Methods III, ECTS:5
In order to signify the importance of suitable choices
as far as constructional methods are concerned, as
well as the available from the industry structural mate-
rials that will strengthen and better express the archi-
tectural comprehension and idea, the course attempts
a detailed description of the constructional methods
developed in the process of manufacturing sophisti-
cated, non conventional architectural examples. In
other words, it provides an in-depth description based
on particular areas of architectural technology.
BAARCH 06: Architectural Design and Cultural
Landscapes, ECTS:12
The central objective of the studio is to provide the stu-
dents with the chance and possibility of comprehend-
ing initially the significance of urban landscape as a
modern synthesis of urban and nature terms which
until recently functioned as opposite poles and deter-
mined through this function the city in opposition with
nature and nature as the artificial-tamed element that is
used by human exclusively for his own profit. The cul-
tural landscapes are the compromise of this opposi-
tion and the beginning of a new relation where each
part has its own rights and the disposal of safeguard-
ing and developing them creatively. This reconciliation
of the artificial with the natural has a wide range since
all the dimensions of design require redefinition. In this
sense the studio is not only offered as a field of synthe-
sising knowledge that was acquired but also as a field
of experimentation and close observation not only in
environmental issues but also in all the range of sub-
jects that constituted the educational process until the
6th semester (process of planning, materials, creation,
urban issues, maintenance, cultural and social issues
etc).
BATECH 10: New Construction Materials, New
Architectural Experimentations, ECTS:3
The course aims to describe the creation of new mate-
rials that are used in the built environment and has
resulted from the collaboration of special scientists
and with the use and the blending of different scientif-
ic fields such as nanotechnology, the molecular biolo-
gy and planning with computers. The new materials,
extending from the palet of classic and common struc-
tural materials, offer the architects new possibilities of
materializing ideas of special requirements as for the
new architectural forms that result from the topology,
the environmental behavior of building etc.
BACULT 06: The Architecture of Cyprus, ECTS:3
The course invites the students to familiarize them-
selves with the characteristics of the architecture of
Cyprus, in the currents and the constructural traditions,
the particularities of local production of space and the
developments of particular architectural properties that
new architectural creations.
BACOM 06: Digital Tools for Measuring and
Representation, ECTS:3
Whether in regions of newly built-up areas, or in
regions with pre-existing constructions, measurement
and imprinting are essential. The course aims at trans-
mitting the essential knowledge to the student in order
to be capable of measuring and imprinting with the use
of digital means, but also to be capable of collaborat-
ing with the relative authorities on issues of measure-
ment and imprinting.
BATECH 09: Electrical and Mechanical
Installations, ECTS:2
The objective of the course is to give the architect the
ability to collaborate with the mechanical engineer dur-
ing the planning of building. Basic significances that
are related to Energy, Thermodynamics and the trans-
mission of heat, the electrical circuits, the elements of
circuits, the laws of electrical circuits, the calculations
on the choice of conductors with concrete cross-sec-
tion, the artificial lighting, the lifts etc. They are dis-
cussed so that the decisions made by the architect at
the planning are taken into account and become com-
prehensible regarding their effect in the choice of pro-
posed architectural forms, material and constructional
methods.
BACULT 18: History of Art and Architecture: 19th
Century, ECTS:2
Follow the course of 19th century architecture. The
course focuses on the relation of architecture and art
and the student will imprint common knowledge that is
developed additionally during the 19th century. As in
the previous courses of history, the historical knowl-
edge is presented as a simple recording of forms,
geometry, constructional reasons and means and
possibilities, but in addition to course BACULT 04, 05
and 02, as an expression of cultural and social dynam-
ics that the architectural creation undertakes to
express in the area.
BAARCH 05: Architectural Design and
Architecture of the City, ECTS:12
This studio aims at articulate the experiences of stu-
dents in the architectural planning with the questions
that are related to the urban environment and the prob-
lems of interventions in the web of the city. The design
of subjects that are to be dealt with, concern questions
in relation to the building with the urban space, the
management of public space, the engagements from
the level of urban planning and their influences in the
form of buildings, the possibilities of architecture for
the improvement of the urban scene, the questions of
environment and the management of the natural ele-
ment in the area of the city . The course focuses its
interest on a larger scale and complexity of interven-
tions to those who had managed the studios in the pre-
vious semester.
BACULT 11: Urban Planning and Sustainable
Development, ECTS:5
The course extends the ambiguities and controversies
developed in BACULT 08 and 09 regarding planning. It
is a course that combines theory and application and
recommends a laboratory of urban planning. In the
theoretical part the basic significances that character-
ize the various urban theories and the significances of
viability, energy planning and cultural landscape will be
developed. The course will aim at the interpretation of
emertion of these significances and will present exam-
ples from the various practical applications that were
based on these significances. The exercise that will be
worked out in the frames of the course will concern the
development of urban study in the limits of urban envi-
ronment and it will investigate the terms and the mech-
anisms for the integration in the urban web and in the
enacted versions of the city’s drawings.
BACULT 10: Theories and Doctrines of Urban
Planning, ECTS:3
It is the essential introduction to the questions that con-
cern the form and the organization of city, through a
historical point of view. The objective of the course is
students’ comprehension of reason that is found
behind the transformations of the city and to connect
them with economic, social and political dimensions of
structured environment. The students occupy the city
as a field of conflict of ideas, interests and powers and
they perceive urban practical as their attempts of man-
agement. The course will realize a short inventory of
various theoretical approaches in the questions of
planning of urban interventions as imprinting of devel-
opment of the reason for the city and the mechanisms
of control of its development.
BACULT 09: Architecture and Urban Analysis
and Criticism, ECTS:3
The main question that deals with the course is how we
analyze the architectural and urban space which is
allocated in a wide range of other questions. Which are
undertaken for this analysis? What does analysis of
same way? Do currents, faculties, tendencies in the
analysis of space exist? What is criticism? Perhaps
the alibi is in the absence of theory.
BACOM 07: Visual Arts in Public Space, ECTS:3
The course constitutes an effort for the city to be inves-
tigated through the prism of figurative interventions in
the urban space. While the central object of this half-
year period is the city and its architecture, the figurative
dimension supplements the other dimensions through
which the program faces this object. In the course,
small exercises will be worked out, that will process
proposals for figurative gestures in the city so as to
elect particular points of urban space or to make
reports in facts and experiences of city. The aim of the
course is a position in the conscience of students, the
city inter alia and a field of figurative expression and
creation.
BACULT 08: The History of the City, ECTS:2
The objective of the course is for the students to under-
stand the foundations that are found behind the trans-
formations of city during the history. To understand the
city as a field of conflicts of ideas, interests and pow-
ers that shape its form and the structure of its organi-
zation in the flow of time.
BACOM 08: Digital Tools for the Creation of
Architectural Forms – Mathematics, ECTS:2
In the modern pioneering of architecture, PCs are not
used only as means of representation and presenta-
tion of architectural forms, but mainly as tools of gene-
sis of architectural form that do not obey in rules of sys-
tems and Geometry. A lot of modern architectural
forms have resulted from the close collaboration
between programmers at the planning stage, or from
the simple planning with which even more modern
architects familiarize themselves with. The course aims
to familiarize the students with the idea of morfogene-
sis via PC. It aims also to the teaching of essential
mathematics so that they are capable of programming
in order to create algorithms. More specifically, areas
such as Differential Geometry, the vectors, and the
tables will be covered.
BATECH 13: Materials and Construction
Methods IV, ECTS:5
The course introduces a continuation of BATECH 07
course as a closer examination in particular areas of
architectural technology. The course deals with the
ways through which the building acquires apart from
the essential specifications for comfort, health and
resistance in weather phenomena, time and fatigue,
high architectural quality through the special construc-
tional choices of the designer.
BATECH 11: Special Environmental Studies:
Living Ambiences, ECTS:3
The course focuses on the interaction between the
building, its microenvironment and the wider environ-
ment. The local and supralocal effects in construction
and the effect of energy planning in the form and real-
ization of construction are investigated. The begin-
nings of energy planning that are described in the cor-
responding supporting theoretical subject are studied.
Ecological and recyclable or recycled materials and
constructional methods that are conditioned by envi-
ronmental conscience are examined.
BACULT 12: Special Studies in Philosophy and
Human Sciences, ECTS:3
With this course the circle of subjects that study the
relation of architecture with its social and cultural envi-
ronment is completed. Special Subjects are defined as
issues which emerge from the work done in laborato-
ries which the instructive team converts into education-
al subjects opening in this way new horizons for new
questions. The aim of the course is to create questions
rather than to answer questions. The course also
requires the writing of an essay which gives the stu-
dents the chance to practise writing and presenting
scientific texts. A part of the teaching time is used for
the guidance of students in this effort.
BACULT 13: Theories and Doctrines of
Architectural and Urban Design, ECTS:2
With this course the circle of courses that is related
with the Theory of Architecture is completed. It is the
continuation of the course with the same title taught in
the previous semester. The aim of the course during
this semester is to focus on the question of what do we
do when we do architecture and to examine various
proposals for the organisation and development of the
designing process. The focus of interest in questions
of theory and method in the architectural planning aims
at the revelation of a new field of reflection and at a
more meditative attitude towards the way that students
use when they design. The course presents examples
of processes of planning and analyzes them as far as
their ideological and philosophical extensions are con-
cerned.
Description of Courses
BACOM 09: Research Methodology and Writing
Scientific Dissertations, ECTS:2
The course aims to create researchers with knowl-
edge on research methods to be used in their own
research inquiries. The written word constitutes a
powerful and essential means of communication of
the designer with collaborators from the same or other
specialties, the customer, competition committees,
urban-planning services. The publication of architec-
tural research papers in the corresponding press
requires the use of written word. Finally, for the stu-
dents that decide to continue their studies in a post-
graduate level the quality of oral expression accompa-
nied from appropriate academic style is a given objec-
tive. The course also aims in practising scientific
essay writing.
BAARCH 07: Integrated Design Studio 1:
Designing Materialities to Live in, ECTS:12
The main objective is the ascertainment by the stu-
dents of the interaction of all questions that preoccu-
py the architect during planning having as a final goal
the development of the ability to create a high quality
project. The department offers a line of alternative
vehicles of relatively small scale with preference in
issues that require a particular technological con-
frontation (extension of a library with a reading room
so that special issues of lighting and acoustics are
investigated, extension of a museum for a new small
collection so that special issues of lighting and safety
are investigated etc).
BAPROF 01: Professional Environments:
Organisation of Architectural Projects, ECTS:3
The courses that belong in the Professional Practices
Unit aim in providing the students with the basic
requirements for confronting their integration in the
professional practice. In the particular course the main
object is the Architectural study as an enacted stage
of the production process of a structured environ-
ment. The course aims at the students’ comprehen-
sion of processes required in undertaking an architec-
tural study, requirements for this undertaking, the
responsibilities that the author has, the obligations
that derive from it, the financial dimensions and organ-
isation of its content. More specifically, with regard to
the content of study the course covers all the stages
of the study and the type of drawings and copies that
each one of them includes, the composition process-
es, the relations and interdependences from the other
studies that accompany the architectural study and
lastly the approval processes.
BAARCH 08: Integrated Design Studio 2: Design
Plus, ECTS:12
The main objective is the ascertainment from the stu-
dents of interaction of all questions that occupy the
architect at the planning with final aim the growth of
faculty to be attributed in a proposal of high aesthet-
ics constructional quality.The course gives particular
gravity in questions of management of complexity that
accompany a complex building program and man-
agement of information that results from the analysis
of this complexity. The program is not focused in one
building type but in a multifunctional and cluster of big
scale. In this course the students are called to com-
pose all the knowledge that they gained from the
development of all previous laboratories of architec-
tural planning.
BACOM 12: Advanced Digital Representation
Multimedia, ECTS:5
With this course the series of courses that concern the
education on issues with regard to the digital tools of
expression, representation and creation of architectur-
al forms is completed. In this way the content of the
course seeks to create conditions of composition of
all previous experiences through evolved forms of
applications and software that will enrich the experi-
ences of students and will help them in their direct and
dynamic integration in the job market.
BAPROF 02: Professional Environments:
Organisation of the Professional Practice,
ECTS:3
The organisation of professional space has a particu-
lar gravity in the quality of services that this space pro-
vides. As organisation, the course perceives the
spaces and the human potential that staffs a working
place and seeks to familiarize the students with the
subjects, problems and difficulties, which concern the
organisation of professional space of architect. More
specifically the course will deal with the requirements
of professional space in working places, material and
technical infrastructure, crewing of personnel, distribu-
tion of competences and specialities, forms of collab-
oration and administration of labour space. Visits in
architectural offices and invitations of architects for
relative presentations will constitute basic part of edu-
cational process. For the proposals of the organisa-
tion of the professional space one short designing
work, which will supervise the instructive team, will be
realised.
BACOM 11: Paper Writing on the Theme of
Design Studio Plus, ECTS:2
The written word constitutes powerful and essential
means of communication of designer with the collab-
orators of the same or other specialities, the cus-
tomer, the committees of competitions, the urban
services. The publication of architectural studies in the
corresponding press requires the use of written word.
The course also aims the practice in syntax of essays
that describe a designing proposal.
BAARCH 09: Elective Master Studio: Subject
area a: Experimenting with Architecture, Subject
area b: Architecture, Place and Civilization,
Subject area c: Architecture, Environment,
Technology, ECTS:12
This studio constitutes the first completed architectur-
al experience of composition, deepening and experi-
mentation of this program of study. While the strategy
of program forecasts in this half-year period the begin-
ning of the orientation of students in certain forms of
accent and specialisation, the program proposes for
this studio to be developed on three parallel and inde-
pendent thematic axes. Each one of them aspires in
the same training results but through different issues
and different nature problems of confrontation. The
objective of this studio is also to develop two direc-
tions of the planning at the same time in reasonable
approach: the first one concerns the experimentation
and the deepening in special subjects of planning and
the second one the growth of designing experiences
that will be useful infrastructure in the level of profes-
sional practice. The first one concerns the preparation
of profile of researcher that it experiments through
architectural and the second one a profile of dynamic
professional that aspires it impresses a new stain in
the architectural practice.
BACULT 16: From the Formulation of the
Question to the Investigation of the Answer:
Seminars supporting Diploma Design Thesis
and the Research Written Dissertation, ECTS:3
It is a series of seminars that undertake the support of
Inquiring Diplomatic Work. This course program seeks
to create an environment in which the students that
work out the Inquiring Diplomatic Work have the pos-
sibility of exchanging experiences from their work and
of having the guidance of instructive potential. In this
way the cohesion of the team is maintained to profit of
collectiveness and positive consequences in the qual-
ity of work. The number of instructive units that is given
by this laboratory is reported in the Inquiring
Diplomatic Work.
BAPROF 03: Professional Environments:
Organisation and Management of the
Construction Site, ECTS:2
Even if the students of the Department had the possi-
bility in the previous years and in the frame of courses
of unit Technology and Environment of visiting work-
sites and of knowing basic characteristics, in the
course the management of worksite constitutes the
central question. The aim of the course becomes the
comprehension of the importance of organisation of
worksite in the equitable application of study and in
the quality of manufacture. Thus, the course will deal
with the stages of manufacture and the forms of
organisation of worksite that are required in all of them
with accent in the question equitable and qualitative
applications of architectural study. Visits in worksites
and presentations by experienced constructors will
give in the students the possibility of knowing the all
spectrum of questions that is related with the organi-
sation and management of worksite.
BAARCH 10:Support and Supervision of the
Diploma Project: Subject area a: Experimenting
with Architecture, Subject area b: Architecture,
Place and Civilization, Subject area c:
Architecture, Environment, Technology:
ECTS:18
This course does not have the character Studio but is
included in this category because his object is the
architectural planning. His raison d'être is to support
the development of diplomatic work of students and
the follow-up of her development from the instructive
personnel of Department. With this course program
seeks it creates a environment in which the students
that work out the diplomatic work have the possibility
of exchanging experiences and from their her work
and of having the guidance of instructive potential.
With this way is maintained the cohesion of team to
profit of collectiveness and her positive consequences
in the quality of work. The number of instructive units
that are given by this laboratory is reported in the
diplomatic work.
BACULT 17: Supporting and Supervising the
Research Written Dissertation, ECTS:8
It is a series of seminars which approaches questions
of methodology of the research in order to facilitate
the students to shape the subject of their inquiring
work and to draw up her program of development.
BACOM 13: Presentation Strategies of Design
Projects and Written Dissertations, ECTS:2
The course aims to enrich and improve the methods
and the ways that the students present their synthetic
work and write for this. Via examples the presentations
will cover a big breadth of approaches.
BAPROF 04: Professional Environments:
Obligations, Rights and Institutional Framework
of Architect’s Profession, ECTS:2
This course handles the institutional questions that are
related with the exercise of profession of engineer,
professional right and the basic characteristics of reg-
ulations that condition the manufacture of structural
work. His educational objective is acquire the stu-
dents a overall opinion for the structure of institutional
frame that conditions the manufactures and it is in
position they find his those points that concern con-
crete questions. What the course wants to give stu-
dents is a general monitoring of institutional system so
as to they can easily consult it so that they handle sub-
jects of architectural study and manufacture.
BACULT14: Investigation and Critical Analysis of
Contemporary Architectural Paradigms, ECTS: 5
Since the fourth year of studies is focused on
Synthesis and Development in Architecture thinking
and practice, this course is the equivalent of the
Integrated Design Studio BAARCH 07 and 08. The
course aims at synthesising the knowledge taught in
preceding Theory courses and using it in an in depth
study and analysis of architectural paradigms sug-
gested by the interests and preferences of the stu-
dents. Thus, it is an attempt to utilize previously
learned knowledge and to invest it towards establish-
ing a foundation of personal opinions and preferences
regarding architectural creation. The examples that
will be analysed in this course and will be presented in
a digital environment will gradually become an exten-
sive database that can be used as a student reference
point.
BACULT15: Special Studies: Urban Planning
Intervention in Urban Space, ECTS: 3
The second Urban Planning course that combines
theory and practical application is also a workshop on
Urban Planning programming. In the theoretical part
of the course the basic characteristics of the institu-
tional framework that determines urban planning inter-
ventions in Cyprus will be developed, illustrated by
some formal examples from other countries. The
course will try to familiarise students with urban plan-
ning practices to the extent that they are able to coop-
erate creatively and effectively in the kinds of interdis-
ciplinary teams that urban planners work with. The
project students will work on in this course will be a
small-scale synthesis of urban planning practices and
urban space design in such a way that will ensure that
there is continuity from the urban planning level to the
architectural level.
BACOM05: Digital Representation Tools II,
ECTS:2
The course attempts to familiarize students with com-
puters as representational tools and aims at introduc-
ing students to the possibilities offered by a variety of
software.
BATECH12: Environment and Climate in
Architectural Design, ECTS:3
The course attempts a theoretical approach to con-
cepts related to the effects on architectural design of
energy saving and the utilization of alternative / soft
energy sources, in order to limit environmental pollu-
tion and the uncontrolled abuse of natural resources.
BACOM10: Digital Tools for Simulation and
Testing, ECTS:3
The course aims at familiarizing students with the pos-
sibilities digital means offer with regard to simulation
using digital models that simulate conditions of light-
ing, acoustics, energy behaviour in general, as well as
loading (structural) conditions and the way these are
affected by phenomena such as wind load and earth-
quakes.
 Department of
Applied Arts
Chairperson
Kokkinolambos Dimitris (Acting)

Vice-chairperson
Eleftheriadou Artemis (Acting)

Professor
Mantzalos Costas

Associate Professors
Antoniou Klitsa
Kokkinolambos Dimitris
Misuraca Nefeli*
Saorsa Jac**

Assistant Professors
Christodoulides Savvas
Eleftheriadou Artemis
Michael Panayiotis
Torrosian Hourick

Lecturers
Andreou Christos
Constantinou Christiana
Lambouris Nikolas
Pericleous Vicky
Xinaris Savvas

Visiting Teaching Staff

Lanitis Theodora

Special Teaching Staff

Couta Melita
Economides Constantinos
Flourentzou Lia
Georgiou Josef
Ierides Vasilis
Ioannou Nikolas
Kalnis Gregoris
Kounnis Konstantinos
Loizides Lefteris
Panayides Omiros
Trillidou Maria
Xenofontos Maria

* Rank temporarily assigned by the Interim Governing Board.

** Rank temporarily assigned by the Interim Governing Board until evaluation procedure is finalised.
- For the Department of Applied Arts, ranks of non PhD holders at Lecturer and Assistant Professor level are subject to re-evaluation as per the relevant Law and the
finalization of the Internal Regulation on Art Faculty.
Graphic and Advertising Design
4 Years, Bachelor of Arts, European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System, ECTS

General Aim:

The Program is designed to prepare future professionals in the Graphic Design field who will be functioning in the ever-changing world of the new
century. Students will develop a resourceful visual vocabulary and be flexible and lateral in their approach to solving complex and oblique Art and
Design problems. They will be acutely aware of the socio-economic, cultural, political and environmental context of the issues facing tomorrow's
Graphic Designers.

The program aims:

- To promote VISUAL INTELLIGENCE-by providing opportunity for students to develop their intellectual, conceptual and creative abilities in the
solution of wide ranging problems.
- To promote VISUAL LITERACY- by providing opportunity for students to develop their aesthetic, analytical and critical abilities in the
understanding and articulation of the Art and Design process.
- To promote VISUAL COMPETENCY-by providing the opportunity for students to acquire manipulative and technological skills relevant to
contemporary practice supported by transferable skills and self-confident abilities in verbal, written and visual communication.

The objectives of the program are:

- To devise study courses that enable students to demonstrate a high level of FAMILIARIZATION at Year One, THINKING at Year Two, CREATIVE
IDEAS at Year Three and CONCEPTS at Year Four.
- To devise study courses that enable students to demonstrate a high level of EXPERIMENTATION at Year One, LOOKING at Year Two,
AESTHETICS AND DESIGN at Year Three and DESIGN SOLUTIONS at Year Four.
- To devise study courses that enable students to demonstrate a high level of EXPLORATION at Year One, DOING/MAKING at Year Two,
APPROPRIATE TECHNOLOGY at Year Three and PRODUCTION at Year Four.
The Program requires the completion of 240 ECTS credits and
comprises of required courses, art and design electives, free elec-
tives and general electives:
ECTS
Required Courses 192
Art and Design Electives 23
Free Electives 21
General Electives 4
TOTAL 240

Required Courses ECTS Hours Art and Design Electives ECTS Hours
AART 101 Introduction to Studio Art 1 6 5 AART 201 Life Drawing 1 3 2
AART 103 Drawing 1 6 5 AART 202 Life Drawing 2 3 2
AART 109 Photography 1 3 2 AART 204 Illustration Techniques 1 3 3
AART 111 Hist. of Art /Cult. Studies 1 3 4 AART 205 Illustration Techniques 2 3 3
AART 115 Design and Materials 1 6 5 AART 208 Photographic Design 1 3 2
AGDS 101 Graphic Design 1 6 4 AART 209 Photographic Design 2 3 2
AART 102 Introduction to Studio Art 2 6 5 AART 212 Computer Art 1 5 2
AART 104 Drawing 2 6 5 AART 213 Computer Art 2 5 2
AART 119 Photography 2 3 2 AART 214 Contemporary Art 4 3
AART 112 Hist. of Art/Cult. Studies 2 3 4 AART 233 Computer Art 4 3
AART 116 Design and Materials 2 6 5 AART 301 Animation 4 3
AGDS 104 Graphic Design 2 6 4 AGDS 207 Applied Design 1 3 2
AART 215 Hist. of Art/Cult. Studies 3 3 4 AGDS 208 Applied Design 2 3 2
AGDS 204 Graphic and Advertising Design 1 8 5 AGDS 307 Advanced Applied Design 4 3
AGDS 206 Graphic Design 3 8 5 AAVC 240 Animation 1 3 3
AGDS 213 Marketing for Graphics 1 3 2 AAVC 241 Animation 2 3 3
AART 225 Hist. of Art/Cult. Studies 4 3 4 AAVC 100 Video Production 1 6 3
AGDS 205 Graphic and Advertising Design 2 8 5 AAVC 111 Audio Production 2 6 3
AGDS 216 Graphic Design 4 8 5 AAVC 120 Audio Production 1 6 3
AGDS 214 Marketing for Graphics 2 3 2 AAVC 210 Video Production 2 6 3
AGDS 301 Advanced Typography 7 3
AGDS 303 Design for production 7 3 Free Electives
AGDS 306 Package Design 7 3 Free Elective is a course offered by other Departments of the University for
AGDS 302 Corporate Identity 7 3 which a student is qualified to register.
AGDS 304 Adv Graphic + Advertising Design 7 3
AGDS 311 Design & Communication 7 3 General Electives
AGDS 308 History of Graphic Design 1 7 3 Students should choose one course from group A and one course
AGDS 310 Design for Publishing 7 3 from group B.
AGDS 312 Information Design 7 3 ECTS Hours
AGDS 309 History of Graphic Design 2 7 3 Group A - Cyprus Studies
AGDS 499 Senior Project 18 - AECH111 Cyprus in the 20th Century 2 2
AECH101 Introduction to the History of Cyprus 2 2

Group B - Greek Language and Literature

AEGL111 Modern Greek Literature 2 2
AEGL101 Introduction to Greek Language 2 2
Interior Design
4 Years, Bachelor of Arts, European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System, ECTS

General Aim:

The Program is shifted towards an Architectural orientation and it is also enriched with a broad Fine Art context. This allows a good balance of
input between Architecture, Interior Design and Art. The BA Interior Design program is designed to prepare future professionals in the Interior
Design field who will be functioning in the ever changing world of the new century. Students acquire sufficient knowledge, techniques and under-
standing of design which enables them to use it as a foundation both for employment and academic understanding. This program has been
designed as the distinctive design of objects and space appropriate to their physical and social contexts. The program occupies a territory which
will overlap other related fields: the precised ergonomic and hand-contact focus of furniture and product design; the transient and heightened
atmospheric world of theatre design; the strategic thinking and client centred perspectives of trend forecasters, graphic designers and manage-
ment consultancy; the conceptual strengths of contemporary performance and sculpture and the timeless universal qualities of architecture. The
program also introduces and orientates students towards new technologies which not only reflect changes in innovative teaching and learning
practices but also the international industrial market place.

The program aims:

- To educate and produce graduates who will become professional practitioners with informed basic technical proficiency and firmly established
critical perspectives.
- To intergrate theory and practice at every level with a view to satisfying the steadily expanding demands for the improvement of the interior of the
built environment.
- To provide right dimensions of cultural issues which arise from the design technologies in the context of social functions, the purposes they may
serve and the behaviour of the personnel using them.

The objectives of the program are:

- To devise study programs that enable students to demonstrate a high level of FAMILIARISATION at Year One, THINKING at Year Two,
CREATIVE IDEAS at Year Three and CONCEPTS at Year Four.
- To devise study programs that enable students to demonstrate a high level of EXPERIMENTATION at Year One, LOOKING at Year Two,
AESTHETICS AND DESIGN at Year Three and DESIGN SOLUTIONS at Year Four.
- To devise study programs that enable students to demonstrate a high level of EXPLORATION at Year One, DOING/MAKING at Year Two,
APPROPRIATE TECHNOLOGY at Year Three and PRODUCTION at Year Four.
The Program requires the completion of 240 ECTS credits and
comprises of required courses, art and design electives, free elec-
tives and general electives:
ECTS
Required Courses 192
Art and Design Electives 23
Free Electives 21
General Electives 4
TOTAL 240

Required Courses ECTS Hours Art and Design Electives ECTS Hours
AART 101 Introduction to Studio Art 1 6 5 AART 119 Photography 2 3 2
AART 103 Drawing 1 6 5 AART 201 Life Drawing 1 3 2
AART 109 Photography 1 3 2 AART 202 Life Drawing 2 3 2
AART 111 Hist. of Art/Cult. Studies 1 3 4 AART 204 Illustration Techniques 1 3 3
AART 115 Design and Materials 1 6 5 AART 205 Illustration Techniques 2 3 3
AIND 101 Interior Design 1 6 4 AART 208 Photographic Design 1 3 2
AART 102 Introduction to Studio Art 2 6 5 AART 209 Photographic Design 2 3 2
AART 104 Drawing 2 6 5 AART 212 Computer Art 1 5 2
AIND 201 Interior Design 2 6 2 AART 213 Computer Art 2 5 2
AART 112 Hist. of Art/Cult. Studies 2 3 4 AART 214 Contemporary Art 4 3
AART 116 Design and Materials 2 6 5 AART 233 Computer Art 4 3
AIND 103 Architectural Drawing 1 3 2 AART 301 Animation 4 3
AART 215 Hist. of Art/Cult. Studies 3 3 4 AGDS 207 Applied Design 1 3 2
AIND 104 Architectural Drawing 2 7 3 AGDS 208 Applied Design 2 3 2
AIND 202 Interior Design 3 8 6 AGDS 307 Advanced Applied Design 4 3
AIND 302 Lighting Design 1 4 2 AAVC 240 Animation 1 3 3
AART 225 Hist. of Art/Cult. Studies 4 3 4 AAVC 241 Animation 2 3 3
AIND 105 Architectural Drawing 3 7 3 AAVC 100 Video Production 1 6 3
AIND 301 Interior Design 4 8 6 AAVC 111 Audio Production 2 6 3
AIND 303 Lighting Design 2 4 2 AAVC 120 Audio Production 1 6 3
AIND 205 Textiles 1 7 2 AAVC 210 Video Production 2 6 3
AIND 305 Furniture Design 1 7 3
AIND 311 Interior Design 5 7 3 Free Electives
AIND 206 Textiles 2 7 3 Free Elective is a course offered by other Departments of the University for
AIND 313 Interior Illustration 7 3 which a student is qualified to register.
AIND 321 Interior Design 6 7 3
AIND 308 History of Interior Design 1 7 3 General Electives
AIND 312 Model Making 7 3 Students should choose one course from group A and one course
AIND 306 Furniture Design 2 7 3 from group B.
AIND 318 History of Interior Design 2 7 3 ECTS Hours
AIND 499 Senior Project 18 - Group A - Cyprus Studies
AECH111 Cyprus in the 20th Century 2 2
AECH101 Introduction to the History of Cyprus 2 2

Group B - Greek Language and Literature

AEGL111 Modern Greek Literature 2 2
AEGL101 Introduction to Greek Language 2 2
Description of Courses
AART101: Studio Art 1, ECTS: 6
Introduction to the translation of visual experience to
forms of art such as painting, sculptures, installation
and mixed media. The interpretative, formal, expres-
sive and technical aspects of fine arts are explored
through a series of studio situations. Studio Art pro-
gresses from monochrome toward a full color spec-
trum, developing skills of paint handling, color mixing,
composition and use of sculpture materials.
AART102: Studio Art 2, ECTS: 6
Further in-depth exploration of the visual language
with greater theoretical input in order to develop,
extend and confirm practice. This course continues
with crossing several discipline boundaries beyond
those normally associated with art; information theory,
social and cultural studies. Through the semester stu-
dents are encouraged to work 3 dimensionally, there-
fore producing more daring and unexpected results.
Projects will relate to the Cultural Studies course form-
ing the theoretical basis for this discipline.
AART103: Drawing 1, ECTS: 6
Introduction to using drawing as a medium of expres-
sion. The problems surveyed in the studio show how
the artist attains knowledge of the visible world
through observation, and expression in selected
drawing media. Drawing begins with a representation-
al approach and moves towards abstract and expres-
sive modes of visual communication.
AART104: Drawing 2, ECTS: 6
In order to gain a wider and a more comprehensive
knowledge of visual communication, students are fur-
ther introduced to the principles and techniques of
drawing, aiming to create forms that successfully
combine conceptual and expressive elements. The
course progresses from a representational approach
to a more abstract and conceptual approach.
AART109: Photography 1, ECTS: 3
A sequence of learning experience and practical work
which will provide students with a basic working
knowledge and appreciation of the potential of the
medium as a means of communication. Practical
attention will be given to the problems of selecting and
composing course matter. Students are introduced to
the course with a series of lectures on types of cam-
eras, use of light meter, focusing, depth of field, and
the darkroom.
AART 111: History of Art / Cultural Studies 1,
ECTS: 3
Students will be introduced to art history from the pre-
historic and primitive times right through to mid-nine-
teenth centuries. Throughout this, a variety of socio-
political and cultural issues shall be looked at in rela-
tion to the artistic evolution. However attention will also
be given to more abstract and variant ways of looking
at art. Psychoanalysis and postmodern re-evaluation
of art theory will also be implied to provoke the student
to interact and apply his knowledge into his practical
methodology and thinking. The cultural studies focus
will introduce students to the basic categories of cul-
tural analysis. Students will be introduced to analytic
perspectives on the concepts of culture, social struc-
ture, hegemony and conflict and to analytic tools from
communication studies, semiology, psychoanalysis
and sociology.
AART 112: History of Art / Cultural Studies 2
ECTS: 3
Continuation of History of Art I with further introduction
of new content of course. An introduction to the
changes and artistic achievements of the
Renaissance and Enlightenment. Here the character-
istics and purpose of their practice shall be studied,
as well as the materials and artistic methods. The cul-
tural studies focus continuous with an attempt to ana-
lyze courses with reference to anthropology. The fol-
lowing fields are studied: The Discipline of
Anthropology, history, purpose and relevance, post-
modernity, the changes in art; The methods of
Anthropology; field work and participant observation;
Procreation and Birth; Food; Home; Children and
Childhood; Initiation Rituals; Love, Sex and Marriage;
Commodities, Money Markets and Modes of
Exchange; Identities I, Clan and Tribe; Identities II,
Communalism and Nationalism; Violence; Religion
and Death.
AART115: Design and Materials 1, ECTS: 6
Introduction to the rendering of the three dimensional
world in sculpture as well as the translation of the visu-
al experience into Design. Emphasis on specialized
materials or techniques allows students to broaden
the range of their skills and expression. Analytical
drawing will form the initial basis for each project.
Elements of form and color texture and tones, surface
tactility and spacious awareness are studied along
with ways in which the above elements can be applied
in design, providing a broad base of awareness and
experience in visual language, design methodologies,
problem solving and expression, using 2D and 3D
media.
AART116: Design and Materials 2, ECTS: 6
Further material experimentation focusing attention on
modeling construction, cutting and joining as well as
the interpretative, formal and expressive aspects of
design which are explored through a series of proj-
ects. The exploration moves through a variety of differ-
ent materials and techniques. Topics are selected by
faculty and students to reflect their artistic concerns,
and provide sufficient knowledge in particular skills
aiming to express individual visual ideas.
AART119: Photography 2, ECTS: 3
A continuation of further learning experience and
practical work which will provide students with a fur-
ther exploration on the role of photography and its
contribution to popular visual culture in the context of
art and design This course will consider photography
and its uses as a vehicle for communication, examin-
ing contemporary photographic practice in categories
such as; Informative - Persuasive - Expressive -
Illustrative.
AART201: Life Drawing 1, ECTS: 3
The Life Drawing course covers a wide range of exper-
imental approaches in depicting information from all
aspects of creative drawing from the figure, nature, still
life and others and translating this information in an
experimental, daring and unexpected way. Through a
series of representational and abstract projects, partic-
ular emphasis is given on the extensive use of sketch-
books, juxtapositioning of contrasting images, super-
imposing of elements, and composition.
AART202: Life Drawing 2, ECTS: 3
Drawing course continues with further introduction of
project content. Through a series of representational
and abstract projects, particular emphasis is given on
the extensive use of sketchbooks, juxtapositioning of
contrasting images, superimposing of elements, and
composition.
AART204: Illustration Techniques 1, ECTS: 3
Illustration is not approached in the conventional
sense but as a conceptual interpretation of ‘ideas’ in
alternative media and new art forms. This might
include traditionally fine art media such as paintings,
sculpture and drawings, combined with more experi-
mental media such as installations, video and per-
formance.
AART205: Illustration Techniques 2, ECTS: 3
Continuation from Illustration Techniques I with a fur-
ther introduction of projects. Projects will relate to the
Cultural Studies course forming the theoretical basis
for the students' work. Emphasis is given on the devel-
opment of the students' skills of visual interpretation
and expression and their awareness on the plurality of
the visual language.
AART208: Photographic Design 1, ECTS: 3
Photographic design, in relation to graphic design, will
be used as a medium to convey information as part of
the overall art product. In doing this it will also
acknowledge the multiplicity of readings in the com-
munication and interpretation of that information.
Technical instruction includes the basic lighting tech-
niques, familiarization with different lighting systems
and the understanding of the appropriateness of cer-
tain films in relation to particular lighting conditions.
AART209: Photographic Design 2, ECTS: 3
The course provides a continuation to a more
advanced level of the work covered in the previous
courses. Greater emphasis will be placed to the given
projects and to the application of photography as a
means of communicating information and ideas to a
specified audience. Photographic design 2 will stand
as an important element towards the students' design
practice.
AART212: Computer Art 1, ECTS: 5
This course aims to introduce students to the fascinat-
ing world of computers in the design realm. The com-
puter is introduced as a powerful tool in design,
enabling the students to quickly test ideas in visual
communication through a rigorous process of sketch-
ing. Students will be introduced to the various IT tech-
nologies and will be given hands on experience. After
familiarization, students will be introduced to two
design softwares, Freehand and QuarkXpress.
AART213: Computer Art 2, ECTS: 5
This course aims to introduce students to the fascinat-
ing world of computers in the design realm. The com-
puter is introduced as a powerful tool in design,
enabling students to quickly test ideas in visual com-
munication through a rigorous process of sketching.
All this is achieved through trial and error. Students will
be introduced to image manipulation and will be
demonstrated how to use scanning, printing and other
output applications. The course includes an introduc-
tion to Photoshop.
AART214: Contemporary Art, ECTS: 4
This course surveys the development of American and
European art from the end of World War II to the pres-
ent. The course is concerned with not only the tradi-
tional history of art, through period, region, and style,
but is continually exploring the process of artmaking:
the connection between what artists convey (content)
and how they convey it (form), the way new technolo-
gies and materials effect new techniques, and how
artists themselves change in changing societies.
AART 215: History of Art / Cultural Studies 3,
ECTS: 3
The main interest of this course is concentrated in a
selection of issues tackled by the Arts in the course of
the 20th century. Some attention will be given to the
concept embracing the projects of Modernism and
Postmodernism. In the duration of this exploration
some of the most important concerns and ideas of
these periods will be approached briefly in order to
give a general understanding of the Art scene in ques-
tion. The cultural studies focus continues from Cultural
Studies 2 course with a concentration in Modernity
and a special focus on the 19th and the beginning of
the 20th century.
AART 225: History of Art / Cultural Studies 4,
ECTS: 3
A continuation of the course AART215 is offered, with
an extensive analysis and comparison of the modern
and postmodern philosophy as contemporary issues.
These will be critically evaluated. More abstract and
new forms of researching current art theory will be
examined and welcomed, like debates between the
lecturer and the students. The postmodern condition
will blend and come in question, as contemporary
artists will be individually looked at. The cultural stud-
ies focus continues from Cultural Studies 3 course
with a concentration in Postmodernity and a special
focus on the perceptions of Selfhood, Otherness,
Time and Space.
AART 233: Computer Art, ECTS: 4
The course provides students with the experience of
assembling information on a screen by introducing to
them the existing computer art software available at
the Frederick University. Students will be introduced to
the various IT technologies and will be given hands on
experience. After familiarization, students will be intro-
duced to two design software, Dreamwever and
Flash.
AART301: Animation, ECTS: 4
An introductory course to animation which will include,
apart from the technical awareness and instruction for
appropriate media and resources, a combination of
skills which students had acquired through other
courses in each of their chosen discipline. Students
will study the individual aspects of animation. This will
confront the students with a number of issues - tech-
nical and aesthetic - and will include an understanding
of IT technologies, image exploration/manipulation,
video formats, cameras, editing, sound recording and
direction.
AGDS101: Graphic Design 1, ECTS: 6
Students will be taught the basics of the formal
aspects of text: spacing, scale, form, legibility, mean-
ing/information, and hierarchy. They will study and
investigate the typographic principles and history of
type and the alphabets, concentrating on the back-
ground history of typography, the development of the
letterform from hieroglyphics to contemporary styles.
AGDS104: Graphic Design 2, ECTS: 6
Exploration is directed towards determining visual
hierarchy through typographic grammar and structure
as well as examining its expressive potential. Students
will be familiarized with current technological process-
es and specific projects emphasizing the use of type
as a means of communication. Experimentation will
be encouraged so that students develop a visual sen-

AGDS204: Graphic and Advertising Design 1,
ECTS: 8
The course of Advertising Design aims to introduce stu-
dents to the task of designing for a specific client with
real life projects and campaigns. It provides students
with a sequence of learning experiences and practical
work which focus attention on those applications of
Graphic Design where the primary aim and purpose is
one of Persuasion without sacrificing quality in design
and visual impact. The course will introduce students to
the practice of advertising. This will provide an in-depth
study and particularly an extension of conceptual activ-
ity, which is the central feature of this course area.
Students will be introduced to areas such as analysis of
a brief, identification of target audience.
AGDS205: Graphic And Advertising Design 2,
ECTS: 8
Continuation of the AGDS204 course. Students will be
given a broad overview of advertising and marketing
as seen in its many forms, from press, posters, televi-
sion, direct mail to point-of-display. Students will be
confronted with conceptual problems, and encour-
aged to develop presentation skills/techniques via
visual, oral and written means. Social, cultural and eth-
ical implications will be introduced from the viewpoint
of the client, the designer and the target audience/con-
sumer.
AGDS206: Graphic Design 3, ECTS: 8
This course aims to apply all elements of Graphic
Design I & II in compositional form and advance stu-
dents understanding of Design and Typography.
Problem solving given theme projects, with research in
specific media use. Analysis of word/image context,
meaning, production and usage. Definition of possibil-
ities of image text to communicate thematic material to
defined audiences. How to convey information through
use of appropriate technology and media.
AGDS207: Applied Design 1, ECTS: 3
Applied Design 1 is an Art based course of an experi-
mental nature, both in two and three dimensions. A
practical course which explores the visual language
and its significance to culture and society. Emphasis
is given primarily to solutions mostly geared towards
sculptural design. Nevertheless it opens up the aware-
ness for unlimited art and design applications using a
combination of materials.
AGDS208: Applied Design 2, ECTS: 3
Applied Design 2 continues from Applied Design 1 with
further exploration through the introduction of more
project content. Students in this course are faced with
a variety of problems and challenges in terms of think-
ing and conceptualizing. They are also faced with the
technical side of the challenge, like making different
materials to work together, using hand and power tools
and also finding practical solutions to their ideas and
their 2-D designs. Research and a lot of rough work are
required.
AGDS213: Marketing for Graphics 1, ECTS: 3
The course will assist Graphic Art students to learn the
fundamental functions of marketing and help them
realize how these functions affect their area of concen-
tration.
i. Understanding Marketing Meeting Human Needs
ii. The Marketing Environment
iii. Marketing research and information systems.
AGDS214: Marketing for Graphics 2, ECTS: 3
Continuation from Marketing 1 with further introduction
of content of course.
i. Designing products. Products, Brands, Packaging,
Services.
ii. Advertising
AGDS216: Graphic Design 4, ECTS: 8
This course aims to consolidate students' skills in the
application of Typography and Letterforms and finally
to introduce students to real life experience projects.
Students will study and explore the variety of methods,
which may be employed by a graphic designer in the
identification, analysis, and solution of communication
problems. Students will develop methods of approach-
ing visual communication problems, always address-
ing the issue of understanding the 'problem solving-
process'.
AGDS301: Advanced Typography, ECTS: 7
After building up from Graphic design IV, this course
develops further the students' ability to handle typogra-
phy as means of visual communication and couples
with a broadening attitude towards graphic design,
promoting a deeper intellectual understanding of the
associated design conventions, theory and technolo-
gy. Studio based work and theoretical work will be
used to promote the students' capacity to use analyti-
cal and creative thinking in design and typography,
with symbolism, which reflects to the overall image of
an individual, establishment, organization. Through the
visual language, one can acquire a certain degree of
comprehension on the status of such an individual,
establishment or organization. Corporate identity deals
with the design literature, which includes among other
things the designing of a logo.
AGDS303: Design for Production, ECTS: 7
This course introduces students to the various printing
and production techniques as well as the new tech-
nologies; it acts as a support vehicle for students' over-
all projects, promoting the most suitable vehicle for
producing their work. Depending on the nature from
the various projects given through other courses, stu-
dents will be given appropriate guidance, towards the
most suitable choice of media and technique needed
to acquire their goals.
AGDS304: Advanced Graphic and Advertising
Design, ECTS: 7
The course provides an insight to the applications gen-
erally referred to as persuasive promotion, closely
linked with influencing particular attitude and behav-
iour. Furthermore it fosters critical awareness to solving
problems creatively and professionally in those areas
including marketing. The work in this course will be
concerned with design ideas and conceptual thinking
specifically related to advertising, direct mail, packag-
ing and other areas such as display and point-of-sale.
AGDS306: Package Design, ECTS: 7
Studio based work will be used to promote the stu-
dents' capacity to use analytical and creative thinking
in combining the various elements of graphic design in
relation to packaging and surface graphics.
Conceptual ideas realized through image-making
techniques will be examined in relation to issues such
as legibility and readability of image, as will the impor-
tance of type and image in relation to a 3D object.
AGDS307: Advanced Applied Design, ECTS: 4
Advanced Applied Design takes references from
Applied Design 1 and 2 courses by continuing on the
principle of being an Art based course and gives greater
emphasis to the applications of Art on Land Art and/or
Installation work. Students in this course are faced with
a variety of problems and challenges in terms of think-
ing and conceptualizing. They are also faced with the
technical side of the challenge, like making different
materials to work together, using hand and power tools
and also finding practical solutions to their ideas.
AGDS308: History of Graphic Design 1, ECTS: 7
The course increases students' comprehension of the
processes and products of graphic design, encourag-
ing them to become more discerning and aware con-
sumers of culture. Attention is focused on the meaning
and context of artistic and cultural activities now and in
the past, in industrialized and non-industrial societies.
The course develops the skills of research, visual analy-
sis and oral and written communication in the student.
AGDS309: History of Graphic Design 2, ECTS: 7
The course concentrates on the development and his-
torical context of graphic design in the 20th century.
This is introduced as the growth and development of
modern graphic design with greater attention being
focused on the influence of modern art, the Bauhaus
and the new typography concluding with the concept
of the Global dialogue
AGDS310: Design for Publishing, ECTS: 7
Students will be introduced to the various forms of
publishing in its broadest sense, which will include
both traditional and non-traditional printed matter. It will
cover, for example, books, periodicals, house maga-
zines, newspapers, part works, art editing and photo-
journalism. The practical work given in the form of one
project for the entire duration of the semester, will con-
tinue to promote and develop the students' under-
standing of the issues of the process of design and the
assessment of work in response to a given communi-
cation problem.
AGDS311: Design and Communication, ECTS: 7
Design and Communication deals with the process of
design where the primary aim is the one of persuasion.
This is the area where a designer acts as a mediator to
communicate messages (commercial or social).
Concentration lies primarily on predominantly image-
based solutions to current sociological, environmental
or political problems.
AGDS312: Information Design, ECTS: 7
Students will be introduced to Information design via
lectures and discussion - a statement of terms of refer-
ence, definition, need and prospects. The emphasis
will be on the considered rather than emotional
approach to problem solving in the broad terms of 'de-
sign for need'. Throughout the course, particular atten-
AGDS499: Senior Project, ECTS:18
The Senior Project is the final project towards the com-
pletion of the course, which can be regarded as a the-
sis. It is a course where students act as individual
designers in an investigation of a course of their own
choice. The course can be of any nature/idea/concept
ranging from drugs to kama sutra. The ultimate scope
is to conduct an extensive research into the course (uti-
lizing all conventional or other media) and prepare an
extended essay from the research findings and analy-
sis.
AIND101: Interior Design 1, ECTS: 6
The course deals with a basic interior understanding of
a space in relation to interior design. Furthermore it
promotes the need of interior design in living environ-
ments, in order to create and invent design solutions
which can be applied in real life. Introduction to the
importance and usefulness of well founded research
methodology and the application of theoretical knowl-
edge into practice is taught. Additionally, experimenta-
tion with design elements in two dimensional drawings,
line, texture, color, light, as well as three-dimensional
models for visualizing the form, shape, volume and
space are focused on.
AIND103: Architectural Drawing 1, ECTS: 3
The course is an introduction to the materials and
methods of architectural drafting which are central to
the preparation of a wide variety of drawings depicting
interior design spaces. It also familiarizes students with
basic building structures and architectural interiors so
that they can recognize them in technical drawing
terms and different elements e.g. floors, walls, roofs,
doors, windows etc. Furthermore, it provides an intro-
duction to different design/drawing tools such as pens,
pencils, parallel, set squares, curves etc. The course
also introduces students to architectural drafting and
an understanding of plans, sections, elevations, per-
spectives and axonometrics.
AIND104: Architectural Drawing 2, ECTS: 7
The course aims at investigating the various urban sys-
tems, both technically and culturally.
Students will be introduced to different ways of presen-
tation which are not limited to standard tracing paper
e.g. water colors, layering, positive, negative etc.
Elements of form and organization of space beyond
the utilitarian concerns, to the art of architecture where
basic drawing design reflects concept, ideas and a
better understanding of architecture (interior and exte-
rior) while designing, are focused on. Urban / cultural
content, and its ever-changing streetwise character is
examined.
AIND105: Architectural Drawing 3, ECTS: 7
Continuation from course Architectural Drawing 2
Urban / cultural content, and its ever-changing street-
wise character. An introduction to landscape design.
The application of design and communication skills to
a complex three-dimensional spatial problem.
AIND201: Interior Design 2, ECTS: 6
Continuation from course Interior Design 1 with an
introduction to interior finishes i.e. floorings, ceilings,
openings, fabrics and walls. The course is exploring
the qualities and application of interior materials using
specific samples and researching the availability of the
market. Furthermore, it focuses on the conceptualiza-
tion and analysis of the existence and functioning of
those learned materials into three-dimensional con-
texts. Experimentation with design elements in two
dimensional drawings; line, texture, colour, light.
AIND202: Interior Design 3, ECTS: 8
The course is designed to enhance and expand the
understanding of design issues. It incorporates the
acquired knowledge, skills and learning experience to
prepare the students solve functional and aesthetic
problems in living and working environments.
Furthermore, the students are expected to develop
their conceptual perception and analytical abilities of
design through a variety of processes and acquire
advanced technical skills for visually communicating
interior design.
AIND205: Textiles 1, ECTS: 7
The introduction to textiles is primarily an intense theo-
retical course, where the student is introduced to new
terminology within the course subject. The textile
process is analyzed from raw material through to basic
fabric construction. The students are required to build
up a fabric catalogue not only so that they can familiar-
ize themselves with different types of fabrics but to
carry out quality tests so as to identify the properties of
each fabric.
AIND206: Textiles 2, ECTS: 7
In textiles 2 the student is introduced to the design and
manufactured of non-woven and printed fabric; this is
a combination from textiles 1 where students work not
Description of Courses
only from taught material through lectures but also
through project work, which runs in conjunction with
the Interior courses.
AIND301: Interior Design 4, ECTS: 8
Continuation of the course Interior Design 3
A journey through a conceptual theme. Development
of design, from domestic to public use and from inter-
nal to external.
AIND302: Lighting Design 1, ECTS: 4
Introduction to the techniques and concepts in the
Lighting Design of spaces and the application of
appropriate fittings in projects. The course introduces
basic principles of lighting design including criteria,
planning and layout. Students will be taught the theo-
ry of lighting, its history and the function of different
light sources as well as the use of various fittings in
residential and commercial interior spaces.
AIND303: Lighting Design 2, ECTS: 4
Theories and problems of lighting and illumination as
an integral part of the concept of interior and environ-
mental design. Visual discomfort, light distribution,
and lighting plans. Design of lighting fixtures based on
contemporary lighting theories and using modern
materials and techniques.
AIND305: Furniture Design 1, ECTS: 7
Furniture as an element of interior space. A study of
the function of form and its effect on furnishings.
Investigating and utilizing modern material techniques
of furniture production. Problems provide opportunity
for the execution of designs in model forms, some of
which will be executed in full scale. Historical survey
towards the development and evolution of furniture
design.
AIND306: Furniture Design 2, ECTS: 7
Continuation of AIND305. Students work on a particu-
lar project. They study and investigate the theme but
also concentrate on the background history of furni-
ture design, the development of detail as well as the
visual drawings. Importance will be placed on stu-
dents' work deriving from specific concepts and
understanding on the process of designing and
design quality. Furthermore, focused attention will be
emphasized on the construction materials and the
final production of furniture.
AIND308: History of Interior Design 1, ECTS: 7
Introduction to a survey of the development of Interior
Design providing the knowledge of a variety of
approaches to the critical understanding of Interior
Design. The course increases students' comprehen-
sion of the processes and products of interior design,
encouraging them to become more discerning and
aware consumers of culture. Attention is focused on
the meaning and context of current and past artistic
and cultural activities, in industrialized and non-indus-
trial societies.
AIND311: Interior Design 5, ECTS: 7
The course deals with advanced, more complex prob-
lems in Interior Design. It provides an introduction to
larger scale interiors in commercial buildings as well
as an analysis of the functionality of space, modula-
tion and perception. A large part of the course will be
devoted to the commercial parameters within interior
design, such as possibility, promoting and presenta-
tion. The course introduces students to the design of
large scale interiors in commercial buildings. Students
will be given the opportunity to identify and define a
problem formulating a brief and planning a visual
strategy.
AIND312: Model Making, ECTS: 7
Introduction to methods of studying and presenting
design concepts in three-dimensional form. Students
concentrate on designing solutions to problems that
involve making three-dimensional structures.
Discussions about methods and materials will include
everything from fiber-glass to hubcaps; whatever con-
veys the designer. Exploration in advanced materials
and methods of model construction.
AIND313: Interior Illustration, ECTS: 7
Introduction to techniques pertinent to editorial design
such as techniques of rendering and advanced picto-
rial illustration. Familiarization with two dimensional
means of representation i.e. pencil, wash, tempera,
water color, marker etc. as well as other three dimen-
sional means including finishing methods through
fabrics, drapery, furniture and accessories.
Introduction to the use of varied media in the presen-
tation of light, texture, color, volume and form.
AIND318: History of Interior Design 2, ECTS: 7 depth study of the editing in TV production and basic
The course deals with the history of Interior and lighting techniques for EFP.
Decorative Arts through the 20th century, beginning
with the Art and Crafts Movement, and the study of AAVC211: Advanced Audio Production 2,
architects who joined artists and played just as much ECTS: 6
attention to the internal of a building as to the external. The technique of audio post-production in video and
The course continues with the study of the Modern film. Aesthetics and structures of sound effects, and
Movement, Art Deco movement and the Pop move- all other elements of post production including foley,
ment. ADR, and sound re-recording. An in depth study of
post production.
AIND321: Interior Design 6, ECTS: 7
The course deals with advanced, more complex prob- AAVC 215: Advanced Video Production 2,
lems in Interior Design. It is an introduction to larger ECTS: 6
scale interiors in commercial buildings as well as The study of directing for TV and Film, and its practi-
analysis of the functionality of space, modulation and cal application. This is the final course where students
perception. A large part of the course will be devoted must apply their acquired skills and imagination into
to the commercial parameters within interior design, one project. Emphasis is given in the fundamentals of
such as possibility, promoting and presentation. the director’s craft. Techniques of script analysis &
breakdown, character analysis and development,
fragmenting the scenes, staging & blocking on paper
AIND499: Senior Project, ECTS: 18 with floor plan and story board design, working rela-
The Senior Project is the final project towards the tionship between director & actor, casting and
completion of the BA program, which can be regard- rehearsal are studied through exercises and discus-
ed as a thesis. It is a course where students act as sions.
individual designers in an investigation of a course of
their own choice. The course can be of any AAVC240: Animation 1, ECTS: 3
nature/idea/concept ranging from drugs to kama An introductory course to 2d animation and digital
sutra. The ultimate scope is to conduct an extensive audio & video editing which will include ,apart from the
research into the course (utilizing all conventional or technical awareness and instruction for appropriate
other media) and prepare an extended essay from the media and resources, a combination of skills,
research findings and analysis. acquired through other courses in each of their cho-
sen discipline. The course provides students with
AAVC100: Video Production 1, ECTS: 6 experience of assembling moving images on the
An introduction to basic theoretical and practical screen and creating a 2d animation video by introduc-
aspects of TV production. Major attention is given to ing them to the existing digital video, audio editing
the development of competence on basic studio and animation software available at Frederick
equipment and terminology. Television today; The tel- University.
evision studio system; TV codes and terminology;
Principles of shooting style, selecting the shot, com- AAVC241: Animation 2, ECTS: 3
position and editing; Hands on equipment (Camera, Instruction on how computers can be used in the 2D
editing, lighting) to gain practical experience. and 3D design realm. Computer Animation is intro-
duced as a powerful tool in the world of Advertising,
AAVC111: Audio Production 2, ECTS: 6 video, film, video games and many other areas,
This course aims to apply the study of the technical enabling students to quickly test ideas in visual com-
side of sound transmission with an emphasis of studio munication. Animation II aims to introduce students to
procedures in actual recording situations. The devel- the fascinating world of Animation, and is achieved
opment of skills on recording consoles, tape through trial and error. The course provides students
machines, and outboard gear (analogue and digital) with experience of assembling moving images on the
will be focused on. The course will introduce students screen and creating a 3D animation video by introduc-
to the study of more in depth recording procedures ing them with the existing digital video, audio editing
and applications. Introduction to the use of computer and animation software available at Frederick
editing software and to various types of radio pro- University.
grams and the language of radio.
AAVC120: Audio Production 1, ECTS: 6
This course aims to apply the study of basic acoustic
theory. Students will be introduced to the basic
applied theory of the recording studio and the princi-
ples of Radio broadcasting. Application of acoustic
theory to practical recording situations, microphone
design and usage considerations, participation in
supervised recording sessions, basic tape deck oper-
ation and maintenance skills and characteristics of
radio broadcasting will be focused on.
AAVC203: Advanced Audio Production 1,
ECTS: 6
This course aims to provide an in depth study of stu-
dio procedures, production techniques, editing sys-
tem analysis, TV and Radio production procedures,
film sound production techniques, digital signal pro-
cessing and studio business.
AAVC205: Advanced Video Production 1,
ECTS: 6
This is an introduction to screenwriting. The structural
and stylistic elements essential to a screenplay are
taught. Emphasis will be given on short feature -
length movie and episodic television script. Structure,
basic elements ( shot, scene, sequence etc), division
of acts, scene description, creating a character, intro-
duction to dialogue, concepts of protagonist and
antagonist, psychoanalysis, story vs plot, the set up,
plot points, screenplay form, adaptation will be
focused on.
AAVC210: Video Production 2, ECTS: 6
This course examines a more advance levedl of theo-
retical and practical elements in TV production.
Special attention is given to the underlying skills
involved in single camera shooting, lighting and post -
production editing. Through this course students will
comprehend that video production is not a straightfor-
ward process but is really the result of carefully select-
ed techniques. Students will be introduced to EFP
theory and practice, covering the scene, matching
action, continuity, shooting dialogue scenes, an in-
 Department of
Journalism
Chairperson
Constantinou Costakis – Acting

Vice-chairperson
Panayiotou Andreas – Acting

Associate Professors
Theocharides Sotiris
Constantinou Costakis

Assistant Professors
Panayiotou Andreas
Lambrou Evie

Lecturers
Charalambides Emilios
Menelaou Niki
Stavrou Elena*

Visiting Teaching Staff

Charalambous George
Kouros Kyriakos – Lecturer
Petrou Stelios – Lecturer

Special Teaching Staff

Fantis Akis
Hadjipanayis Panicos
Karagianni Christiana
Nicolaou Yiannakis
Photiou Irini

*Attachment in the School of Education

Journalism
4 Years, Bachelor of Arts (Ptychio), European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System, ECTS

General Aim:
The aim of the program is to provide high quality academic education at BA level, and to promote, develop and encourage research in the areas
of Journalism and the Mass Communication Media. The aim is to introduce and familiarize students to Journalism and the functioning of the Mass
Media in the context of an academic program, based on the liberal arts - this includes the utilization of opportunities for developing skills, the
processes of researching, interpretation, and transmission of information, and the awareness of the necessity of communication and information
sharing/dissemination. Special attention is given to the utilization of scientific thought and the analysis/understanding of social reality while practic-
ing the journalistic profession in the print and electronic media.

Objectives of the Program:

After completing this program of study, students are expected to have:
- Acquired both specialized and more general knowledge about journalism and other aspects of mass communication, and be able to use it
- Familiarized themselves with “the world of journalism”, its practices, its codes, its ethics
- Mastered the broader structures of public discourses in the context of politics, the economy, and culture
- Acquired the skills and the ability for conducting scientific research
- Become socially responsible and develop their personality through the educational process as process of engaging with the key values of
human civilization: democracy, justice, social sensitivity/awareness, freedom, and peace
- Acquired the ability to master contemporary techniques and the technology of media of communication, with their participation in production -
via the new interactive media, and via engaging in information sharing and dissemination through the internet.

Departmental Network and Educational Approach:

The internal educational structure of the department has two basic characteristics:
- Intersection of Theory and Practice
- Interdisciplinary approach (in the composition of the academic program but also in the teaching process)
- Evolutionary process of learning :
Year 1: Theoretical and Practical Foundations, Year 2: Intersection of Theory and Practice, Year 3: Advanced Theory and Production,
Year 4: Applying Theory to Research and Production

General Specialization Areas:

- Social and Political Sciences (Sociology, Political Science, History, Social Anthropology, Psychology, Economics.
- Philosophy (Logic, Aesthetics, Ethics) Humanities (Linguistics, Theater, Cinema, Literature, Arts)
- Mass Media (Theory, Practice, Historical and Cultural Research)
- Journalism (Theory, Professional Courses, Practice)
- Law
- Technology (Multimedia, Electronic Communication, Computer Science, Digital Technology)

The program covers two basic areas (as they are related to Journalism):
- Printed Media
- Electronic Media (Radio, Television, Multimedia)

The Department of Journalism can use the following laboratories for the requirements of its educational program:
Control Room, Editing Room, Production Studio, Radio Air Studio, Radio Production Studio, Arts Computer Laboratory, Audio-Visual Laboratory 1,
Audio-Visual Laboratory 2, Photographic Studio, Fred TV, Radio Frederick, Audio Visual Studio.

Students of the Department also have access to the University’s general purpose computer laboratories. These laboratories, with a total of 140
workstations, offer a wide variety of software including office applications, programming environments, mathematical packages. The laboratories
provide high-speed Internet access and printing facilities and are accessible 08:00 to 21:00 daily.

Research Dimensions in the Department

- Applying theory
- Forms and transformations of the public sphere in Cyprus
- Investigating historical events and analyzing their representation
- Popular culture through the mass media
- Investigating the intersection of media - focus on the relation of typographic/print discourse and oral/acoustic culture
The Program requires the completion of 240 ECTS credits and AJER 390 Investigative Journalism 3 2
comprises of required courses and journalism electives. AJER 395 Human Interest Stories 3 2
ECTS AJER 401 Independent Study I 4 2
Required Courses 220 AJER 402 Independent Study II 5 2
Jourmalism Electives 20 AJER 420 TV Production - Directing I 4 1+2*
Total 240 AJER 425 TV Production - Directing II 5 1+2*
AJER 430 Theories of Mass Media Communication 5 2
Required Courses ECTS Hours AJER 435 Political Communication 5 3
AART 109 Photography I 3 1+1* AJER 450 History of Journalism in Cyprus 4 2
AAVP 100 TV Production I - Camera Montage 4 2+1* AJER 460 Mass Media and Human Rights 3 2
AAVP 120 Radio Production I 3 1+1* AJER 470 Internship II 2 -
AAVP 201 Radio Practice 3 - AJER 480 Thesis: Research, Analysis and Multimedia
AAVP 210 TV Production II - Reporting for TV 4 1+2* Presentation 6 2
AAVP 220 Radio Production II 3 2+1* APOL 105 Political Economy I 5 3
ACOM 140 Communication and Public Relations 3 2 APOL 110 Introduction to Political Science 5 3
ACOM 240 TV News Presentation 2 2 APOL 150 Introduction to Constitutional Law 3 2
ACOM 400 Public Relations 4 2 APOL 201 Political Science II – Modernization and
ACSC 100 Word Processing 4 1+2* International Relations 4 3
AENG 101 Basic English 2 3 APOL 205 Political Science III -Global Political Issues 4 3
AENG 102 Intermediate English 2 3 APOL 215 Political Economy II 5 3
AENG 213 English composition 2 3 APOL 305 Political Development in the
AENG 214 Advance writing 2 3 Eastern Mediterranean 4 3
AGRK 102 Journalistic Language 3 4 APOL 390 European Union and Cyprus 4 2
AGRK 302 Contemporary Cypriot Literature 4 2 ASOC 101 Introduction to Sociology 5 3
AJER 100 News Reading - Orthophony 3 1+1* ASOC 400 Contemporary Sociological Issues 3 2
AJER 101 Research on Media in Cyprus 1 1
AJER 103 Introduction to Mass Communication Journalism Electives ECTS Hours
-Mass Media and Society 5 3 APHI 101 Introduction to Philosophy 5 3
AJER 106 Introduction to Journalism 5 3 AANH190 Anthropological Studies in Cyprus Society 5 3
AJER 107 Mass Media Organization APOL 405 Geostrategic Issues of Eastern Mediterranean 5 3
-News Reporting Services 4 3 AJER 345 Radio Production IV 5 2+1*
AJER 121 Writing for Newspapers 5 2+2* AAVP 205 Advanced Video Production 6 1+2*
AJER 125 Reporting on Public Affairs APHI 201 Contemporary Philosophical Horizons 5 3
and Special Interest Topics 4 3 APPS 310 Political Psychology 5 3
AJER 131 TV Production III - Preparing TV News 4 2+1* AJER 320 Newspaper Production II (chief editor) 5 3
AJER 141 Writing for Magazines 4 2+2* AART 213 Computer Art II 5 1+1*
AJER 200 Lecture Series 2 2 AART 119 Photography II 3 2
AJER 201 Internship I 2 3 AJER 397 Sports Reading 5 2
AJER 202 Intermediate Research Project 5 4 APSY 101 Introduction to Psychology 5 3
AJER 209 Interviewing Techniques,Commentary,
Editorial, Columns 3 3 *Laboratory Hours
AJER 234 Newspaper Production 2 1+1*
AJER 236 Magazine Production 2 1+1*
AJER 247 Current Affairs Programs 3 1+1*
AJER 254 Principles of Public Law and
the Law of the Media 5 3
AJER 261 Social History of Cyprus -Cyprus Problem 4 3
AJER 300 Cultural Studies:Modernity and Postmodernity 4 2
AJER 325 Print and Electronic Special Sections / Editions 3 1+1*
AJER 330 Introduction to Web Design 3 1+1*
AJER 340 Radio Production III 4 1+1*
AJER 352 Statistics for Social Sciences/Media Research 4 2
Description of Courses
AART109: Photography I, ECTS: 3
A sequence of learning experience and practical work
which will provide students with a basic working
knowledge and appreciation of the potential of the
medium as a means of communication. Practical
attention will be given to the problems of selecting and
composing course matter. Students are introduced to
the course with a series of lectures on types of cam-
eras, use of light meter, focusing, depth of field, and
the darkroom.
AAVP100: TV Production I - Camera Montage,
ECTS: 4
Reference and analysis of the basic theoretical disci-
plines of TV production and practical exercise of the
technical procedures and functionalities of a produc-
tion inside the TV station. Encouraging students to
comprehend the potential of the medium and to
develop the ability of communication, which is need-
ed for a TV production. Major attention is given to the
development of competence on basic studio equip-
ment and terminology.
AAVP120: Radio Production I, ECTS: 3
The course offers a detailed account of the role, aims
and effects on society in general and on individuals of
the different Media with special emphasis on the
Radio, stresses the importance of sound, articulation
and correct use of the language used in a Radio
Production, teaches techniques of Radio Production
and looks at the history behind the foundation of state,
pancyprian and local radio channels in Cyprus.
AAVP201: Radio Practice, ECTS: 3
The course examines the particularities of the radio
and the technical means it uses as well as the stages
of research and production of radio programs. At the
same time, it presents the main characteristics of a
radio station and analyses the structure and function
of a studio, sound console and analogic as well as
digital radio equipment. At the end of the course, stu-
dents are able to produce their own live or recorded
radio program.
AAVP210: TV Production II - Reporting for TV,
ECTS: 4
This course examines a more advanced level of theo-
retical and practical elements in TV production.
Special attention is given to the underlying skills
involved in single camera shooting, and post - pro-
duction editing. Students will be able to understand
the role and contribution of editing through practical
training. They are asked to acquire the necessary
knowledge and experience for the production of a TV
news report. Through this course students will com-
prehend that TV production is not a straight forward
process but is really the result of carefully selected
techniques.
AAVP220: Radio Production II, ECTS: 3
Introduction to the types of current affairs programs,
as they are presented from the radio. Articulation and
preparation of these programs. Students get
acquainted with the production of current affairs pro-
grams and are in the position to produce their own
programs.
ACOM140: Communication and Public Relations,
ECTS: 3
Students will be introduced to the principles and prac-
tices of public relations and to the analysis of publici-
ty as a social phenomenon through the study of the
structure of communicative practices, encoding and
decoding of the message, mass media and public
relations, selection of media, advertisement, cam-
paign of public relations, publicity and society.
ACOM240: TV News Presentation, ECTS: 2
The course aims to train students in the theory and
practice of TV presentation. It focuses mainly on tech-
niques relating to the gathering and writing of TV news
items and TV interviews while special emphasis is
given to the technique of news reporting, in order to
familiarize students with the TV studio and reading out
the news.
ACOM400: Public Relations, ECTS: 4
The course deals with the phenomenon of public rela-
tions and publicity at theoretical and practical level. It
examines matters relating to society and the different
types of social action, semiology, public rhetoric and
persuasion techniques as well as methods and tech-
niques for building public relations. Emphasis is
placed on the assessment and planning of public
relations campaigns.
ACSC100: Word Processing, ECTS: 4
Students get acquainted with computers. They
acquire knowledge and abilities so that they will be
subsequently able to learn programs, essential for the
profession of the journalist, that will allow them to work
on texts, to page documents and to create webpages.
AGRK102: Journalistic Language, ECTS: 3
The development of students’ skills in correct written
expression in the Greek language for the media. The
characteristics of the journalistic language and the
correct use of the Greek language. Emphasis to the
grammar and syntax of the modern Greek language.
Localization of common mistakes in the use of the lan-
guage. Collection of necessary information for writing
for the newspaper and for the television.
AGRK302: Contemporary Cypriot Literature,
ECTS: 4
The course aims at an in depth investigation into the
main currents, tendencies and creations that charac-
terize the development of the modern literature of
Cyprus. Students get acquainted with texts, however
a central aspect of the course is detecting and analyz-
ing of the influences of the literature of Cyprus from
other countries ( with reference to the mobility of
artists and their works) as well as from the history of
Cyprus. In this framework, the theoretical background
of the course will be the connection between literature
production and sociohistorical developments.
Through knowledge acquired, students are expected
to be in a position to watch, analyze and present cul-
tural affairs to the society of Cyprus on the Media.
AJER100: News Reading – Orthophony, ECTS: 3
The importance of clear accent, voice control and the
preparation for correct reading in public. The impor-
tance of voice and diction for the journalistic profes-
sion. The difference between thoracic and diaphrag-
matic breathing. The rules of public speech.
Understanding of the correct accent of the modern
Greek language. News presentation and literature
reading while using the rules of orthophony.
AJER101: Research on Media in Cyprus, ECTS: 1
The content of this subject is open to the basic themes
and methodologies of mass communication and it is
conducted like a seminar. Teaching aims mainly to
familiarize students with the operation and the map of
the Media in Cyprus. Moreover, it provides students
with the possibility of developing their abilities and dex-
terity in empirical and theoretical research.
AJER103: Introduction to Mass Communication
– Mass Media and Society, ECTS: 5
The course introduces students to the theory, mecha-
nism and techniques of communication with an
emphasis on different theoretical perspectives on the
impact of mass communication and the role of mass
media in society. Even though this is an introductory
course on the broader discussions/debates on the
interaction of media and society, there will be a spe-
cial focus on the empirical application of the theories
on Cypriot reality.
AJER106: Introduction to Journalism, ECTS: 5
The course aims at the familiarization of the students
to the main principles of journalism and the introduc-
tion to specialized aspects of the profession. The
course concentrates in news-writing and the study of
the ways and means of collecting information and the
writing of the news. It will present the established
rules, and principles in writing news, articles,
reportage and interviews.
AJER107: Mass Media Organization – News
Reporting Services, ECTS: 4
The course introduces students to the inside world of
the Media and especially the news. At the end of the
course students will be able to seek news from news
agencies and make use of it.
AJER121: Writing for Newspapers, ECTS: 5
A course in reporting techniques for print, newspaper
design and production. Students are asked to gather
information and write news stories to publication stan-
dards, do research and write features. Students are
required to produce various editions of newspapers
both as a member of a team with different role each
time and as an individual.
AJER125: Reporting on Public Affairs and
Special Interest Topics, ECTS: 4
The course focuses on the teaching and practical
application of the rules for writing of news bulletins
and its aim is to acquaint students with the various
types of reportages and the ways of articulating them.
AJER131: TV Production III – Preparing TV News,
ECTS: 4
This course aims at acquainting students to the syn-
tax, structure and production of a television news bul-
letin. Students are expected to be able to write news
for television news bulletins and get familiar with the
basic principles of television news bulletin production.
AJER141: Writing for Magazines, ECTS: 4
A course on magazine feature writing, and produc-
tion. Students are required to produce original, non-
fiction magazines both as members of a team and on
an individual base. Students are introduced to the
techniques and skills that enable them to develop
and sell story ideas, interviewing and research tech-
niques, writing, rewriting, editing and fact-checking
AJER200: Lecture Series, ECTS: 2
This subject examines a wide spectrum of social,
political, economic and cultural questions that is pre-
sented in Cypriot society. Emphasis is given to the
exploitation of basic conceptual frames of the social
and humanitarian sciences for the comprehension of
these problems in social life. The subject has a main-
ly seminar character. At the same time it provides the
opportunity to students to watch lectures by Mass
communication officers, social scientists and public
persons. This procedure aims to give students the
opportunity to develop their ability to analyze and
comprehend.
AJER201: Internship I, ECTS: 2
This will be the first introduction to the working envi-
ronment of the Mass Media Communications and the
understanding how they function. Students will have
practical exercises in one type of mass media com-
munications (press, radio, TV) where they will put in
practice the knowledge and abilities they will be
acquiring during their study.
AJER202: Intermediate Research Project, ECTS: 5
Students are asked to develop abilities in the conduct-
ing o research and the writing of projects in the field of
Journalism and Communications with emphasis on
the development of the public sphere in Cyprus since
1878.
AJER209: Interviewing Technigues,
Commentary, Editorial, Columns, ECTS: 3
A detailed analysis of various opinion columns will be
discussed and also the methodology and techniques
of interviewing.
AJER234: Newspaper Production, ECTS: 2
Practical training on the production of newspaper with
emphasis on the writing of articles, organizing docu-
ments and on the journalistic allocation of tasks.
Students are expected to get acquainted with the writ-
ing of articles, the organizing of journalistic material,
the layout design and publishing of a newspaper.
Theory and practice in the organization of the Media.
Newspaper production, types of newspapers. Printing
composition: texts, titles, photographs, empty
spaces, separating lines.
AJER236: Magazine Production, ECTS: 2
The course concentrates on periodicals,( it is taught
parallel to AJER 141) and is related to the
Photography course with special emphasis on the use
of photography and photoreportage. The course aims
at acquainting students with the basic stages of using
the Quarkxpress program. Students are also expected
to get acquainted with the writing of journalistic text
and photoreportages,as well as with the organizing of
material and publishing of periodicals.
AJER247: Current Affairs Programmes, ECTS: 3
Getting to know all the stages of pre – production and
the duties of everyone involved (television director,
chief reporter, journalist, cameraman, vision mixer,
sound engineer, floor manager). The rules and proce-
dures of television productions (daily, weekly, informa-
tional or entertainment programmes). Presentation of
the programme in front of the cameras and interview-
ing guests. Preparation of reportage and organising
the whole programme.
AJER254: Principles on Public Law and the Law
of the Media, ECTS: 5
Presentation of the theoretical background and rele-
vant terms mostly focused on the law of the Media,
aiming at clarifying to the future worker at the Media
mass media law for written and audiovisual outlets is
made. The course is completed with references to jour-
nalistic ethics: analysis of meanings and focus on cur-
rent problems in coverage.
AJER261: Social History of Cyprus – Cyprus
Problem, ECTS: 4
The aim of the course is to introduce students to the
main trends and historical periods of modern Cypriot
history. In this context there is an effort at situating
developments in Cyprus in the broader geopolitical
context of the eastern Mediterranean, and in the histor-
ical framework of modernization and the development
of modernity outside the West.
AJER300: Cultural Studies: Modernity and
Postmodernity, ECTS: 4
The course aims to acquaint students with the main
cultural currents of the last 200 years in the fields of the
Arts, Philosophy, Science and Literature. Emphasis will
be laid on recent discussions on postmodernism and
the sociological and historical implications of these
debates.
AJER325: Print and Electronic Special Sections /
Editions, ECTS: 3
Students will be taught the basic outline of
QuarkXpress program, for the paging of documents.
AJER330: Introduction to Web Design, ECTS: 3
The course aims at providing students with the back-
ground for the creation of a webpage on the website.
Emphasis will be laid on the design and creation of
ergonomic webpages. At the end of the course, stu-
dents will be able to create simple, static webpages ,
with the use of the Dreamweaver program, which will
be based on web standards and on basic ergonomic
principles.
AJER340: Radio Production III, ECTS: 4
An understanding of the organizational structure of the
Radiojournalism Department and an account of the
duties of a Radiojournalist are offered. The importance
of the correct use of language and articulation is
stressed. Production of Radio Programs is taught with
emphasis on different types of programs and the use
of the Radio Interview. Students are encouraged to
produce their own radio programs and develop initia-
tive for the production of pioneer programs.
AJER352: Statistics for Social Sciences / Media
Research, ECTS: 4
This course examines different research methodolo-
gies and techniques and their application on social,
communication and journalistic research. It provides
students with the knowledge and skills necessary to
design and conduct both quantitative (survey and
experiments) and qualitative (ethnography, textual)
research prospectuses.
AJER390: Investigative Journalism, ECTS: 3
The practice of students in the techniques of journalis-
tic research and investigating unknown aspects of
publicity. Students are expected to be in the position to
conduct systematic research using various sources
and searching archives and information that will pro-
vide them with the ability to give publicity to unknown
aspects of an issue.
AJER395: Human Interest Stories, ECTS: 3
This will concentrate in collecting information, research
into the aspects of the daily human life, their presenta-
tion in the form of reportage on human stories. We
examine the procedure of collecting information, the
ethical boundaries of the journalist and the techniques
of the writing and presentation of stories of human
interest.
AJER401: Independent Study I, ECTS: 4
In this course students are asked to choose a field in
Journalism or in the Social Sciences on which they
wish to focus, and develop a plan/program of guided
individual research – under the supervision of a mem-
ber of the academic staff or of a journalist in collabora-
tion with the department.
AJER402: Independent Study II, ECTS: 5
In this course students are asked to choose a field in
Journalism or in the Social Sciences on which they
wish to focus, and develop a plan/program of guided
individual research - under the supervision of a mem-
ber of the academic staff or of a journalist in collabora-
tion with the department.
AJER420: TV Production – Directing I, ECTS: 4
Introduction to writing and creating TV reportages.
Understanding the process of creating a TV reportage,
choosing the topic, collecting the information, detecting
the news and then transforming it to a presentable TV
AJER425: TV Production – Directing II, ECTS: 5
Students are acquainted with the real conditions of cre-
ating a television reportage, the confrontation of prac-
tical difficulties in the procedure of collecting informa-
tion, conducting interviews, choosing statements ,
sounds and images that have to be included in a tele-
vision reportage. Students also have to be familiar with
the particuliarities of a television reportage and be able
to work having in mind time constraints, audiovisual
material etc. In the end of the course students have to
present in a transmittable way a complete television
reportage. The course is a practical application of
learning from course AJER 420 and includes the
choice of an issue, screening, interview conducting,
stand up, writing of text, sound and editing .
AJER430: Theories of Mass Media
Communication, ECTS: 5
The course examines the basic concepts, models, the-
ories and impact of the mass media on society and
civilization. The aim is to familiarize students with
themes relating to the public sphere, the structure and
organization of the mass media, mass communication,
mass culture and mass society. Special emphasis is
placed on the implementation of the theoretical
approaches to mass communication and the media,
with empirical examples covering realities both in
Cyprus and abroad.
AJER435: Political Communication, ECTS: 5
An analysis of the code, of the rhetoric techniques and
of the political speech. Understanding of the basic
terms of political education (public sphere, public opin-
ion and its structure, political protagonists). An analy-
sis of the function of public sphere and a segregation
of political language from any other kind of news.
Evaluation of the political communication in national
and international level and exploration of the limits of
the politicians and of the journalists.
AJER450: History of Journalism in Cyprus, ECTS: 4
The main focus of this course is to look into the history
of Journalism in Cyprus through the special character-
istics of the newspapers and periodicals that have cir-
culated in Cyprus from the end of the 19th century until
today.
AJER460: Mass Media and Human Rights, ECTS: 3
Legal tools and known international and local institu-
tions which tend to ensure the way in which human
rights are established are made familiar locally, as well
as internationally. Aspects in the role that the mass
media industry plays in relation to the human rights,
focusing on the freedom of expression are presented.
The development of human rights over the years is
also presented (beginning from the great declarations
of the 18th century and ending with current legal deci-
sions of the United Nations, the Council of Europe, the
OSCE and the European Union) up to the current situ-
ation locally and internationally.
AJER470: Internship II, ECTS: 2
This is the continuance of the AJER 201 course and its
purpose is the further familiarization of the student in
the working environment of the mass media communi-
cations and their participation in this environment
experiencing everything they have learned during their
study. The students will have practical working involve-
ment in either the radio, the press or the television, but
not in the same type of mass media communications
in which they have had practical experience in the
AJER 201 course.
AJER480: Thesis: Research, Analysis and
Multimedia Presentation, ECTS: 6
An advanced academic research in a topic that falls in
the framework of communication in Cyprus. The
course is related to AJER 402. Its basic aim, apart from
the research experience, is to function as the final
[before graduation] opportunity/ “examination” for stu-
dents to demonstrate that they are in the position to
complete research work, to relate theory with empirical
data, and to present their findings through different
media (in writing/print form, radio, video).
APOL105: Political Economy I, ECTS: 5
The aim of this course is the familiarization of the stu-
dents with the basic principles and methods of the
political economy. The main economic theories with
close relationship to the historic, political and sociolog-
ical environment to which the have been applied.
Special emphasis will be given on the theories of the
value and overvalue, on the distribution of wealth, on
the theories of economy crises and on the principles
and rules of the evolution of the economy of the mar-
ket. We will examine the inter-relationship between
economic politics and other aspects of the social life.
of a state. An introduction to political theories, as they
were shaped from antiquity until the 20th century.
Political theory refers to the effort to decipher terms
and conditions that ensure the achievement of the
‘best’ or ‘most excellent’ order in essential terms of
political reflection, such as justice, freedom, natural
rights, political obligation, social contract, power. At
the same time there is an attempt at a basic introduc-
tion to ideologies as historically shaped theoretical
forms, but also as “closed” value systems of contexu-
al or opportunistic character.
APOL150: Introduction to Constitutional Law,
ECTS: 3
Clarification of general terms related to Public Law.
Presentation of the meaning of the Constitution with an
analytical reference to the discriminations of the
Constitution as well as to sources of law, the forms and
kinds of democratic regimes, the governmental organs
of a state of law. The course is completed with a brief
history of the establishment and the lay out of the
Constitution of Cyprus; references to the constitutional
and political system of the Republic of Cyprus and
focusing on current problems of legality.
APOL201: Political Science II – Modernization
and International Relations, ECTS: 4
The aim of this course is the presentation of the politi-
cal history of the modern era, of the processes leading
to the unification of the planet and the formation of the
global/world economic and political system. An intro-
duction to international relations through the presenta-
tion of the political map of the world with reference to
the dynamics of each region. Although there will be ref-
erences to the historical roots of the world system, the
basic emphasis of this course will be on the develop-
ments in the 20th century and the dynamics that have
been developing for the 21st century.
APOL205: Political Science III – Global Political
Issues, ECTS: 4
The course aims at analyzing current and chronic
problems of the international community and interna-
tional politics as well as problems arising from the
effort to construct a global society and multinational
unities with legal and political norms. Special empha-
sis will be given on the writing of articles in which gen-
eral analytical categories will be applied , regarding
theory and research in specific political problems.
APOL215: Political Economy II, ECTS: 5
Economic systems, capitalism, socialism, numismat-
ics, economic crisis, economic crisis, globalization,
monetarism. Banks and money, ecological problems
and financial cost. Cyprus economy,historical account,
current position in the world, problems and prospects.
Cyprus and the European union, a historical account.
APOL305: Political Development in the Eastern
Mediterranean, ECTS: 4
The analysis of the political developments in the
Eastern Mediterranean in the 20th century. The basic
rules of analyzing and presenting political issues.
Special interest at the procedures and contradictions
of the modernizing of the Arabic world, the role of
Israel, Cyprus, Greece and Turkey at the specific area
and its relations with the Western world in the terms of
the international system.
APOL390: European Union and Cyprus, ECTS: 4
The course examines the political and social- econom-
ic frames of the foundation, evolution/ enlargement the
EEC/EU. It focuses in the study of the basic legal,
administrative and political institutions of the EU espe-
cially in their formation, composition, function and
aims. We study the historical progress in the relations
between the Republic of Cyprus and EEC/EU. We
examine the role the EU in the Cyprus problem in rela-
tion to the Turkish road to the EU.
ASOC101: Introduction to Sociology, ECTS: 5
The course examine the basics of Sociology with
emphasis to the classic works of the pioneers of
Sociology. It examines in a summarized form the basic
theories, principles and methods of sociology
research. It concentrates to the questions in relation to
a synchronous society and the basic characteristics of
the capitalistic society. The students will be asked to
put in practice the knowledge they would be acquiring
for the research, analysis, and explanation the social
issues.
ASOC400: Contemporary Sociological Issues,
ECTS: 3
The course explores the existence and evolution of
contemporary sociological questions. Emphasis is
placed on sociological texts which approach social
trends and problems that arise as a consequence or a
symptom. The aim of the course is for students to be
Description of Courses
in a position to investigate, critically approach and
present sociological questions which are characteris-
tics of both the Cypriot and world society.
and the way they affect Cyprus. Students are expect-
ed to be able to watch, analyze and present the polit-
ical developments in the wider area and present them
on the media.

Journalism Electives APPS310: Political Psychology, ECTS: 5

AANH190: Anthropological Studies in Cyprus
Society, ECTS: 5
The course examines the basic parameters and
aspects of anthropological research in Cyprus, focus-
ing on the main dimensions of Cypriot modernization
through the application of comparative aspects of
anthropological research/theory. The course aims at
enhancing the ability of the students to get involved
with issues that relate to anthropological methodology
and to develop a research and analytical framework of
looking into an issue of current affairs through the lens
of anthropology.
AART213: Computer Art II, ECTS: 5
This course aims to introduce students to the fascinat-
ing world of computers in the design realm. The com-
puter is introduced as a powerful tool in design,
enabling students to quickly test ideas in visual com-
munication through a rigorous process of sketching.
All this is achieved through trial and error. Students will
be introduced to image manipulation and will be
demonstrated how to use scanning, printing and other
output applications. The course includes an introduc-
tion to Photoshop.
AAVP 205: Advanced Video Production, ECTS: 6
The course aims at an introduction to the organization
of television programs and the practical training in tel-
evision discussions , other productions and docu-
mentaries as well as in further practical training in
organising and producing interviews. Students are
asked to present their own production of a short doc-
umentary which consists an additional part of their
research. Through this procedure, students are
expected to be able to organize and produce televi-
sion reportages and documentaries.
The course aims at an introduction to the understand-
ing of the objective psychological situations and
norms , the existence of which influences the socio-
political activity of political unities.
AART119: Photography 2, ECTS: 3
A continuation of further learning experience and
practical work which will provide students with a fur-
ther exploration on the role of photography and its
contribution to popular visual culture in the context of
art and design This course will consider photography
and its uses as a vehicle for communication, examin-
ing contemporary photographic practice in categories
such as; Informative - Persuasive - Expressive -
Illustrative.
AJER397: Sports Reporting, ECTS: 5
The course focuses on the teaching and practical
application of the rules for writing news on sports
issues, as well as on making students familiar with the
techniques of writing news on sports issues.
APSY101: Introduction to Psychology, ECTS: 5
The major aim of this course is the study of the main
areas of Psychology. The objectives of this course are
the understanding of the Developmental, Behavioural,
and Cognitive areas of Psychology. In addition, the
basic theories of Personality and their criticisms are
also presented in this course. Among the major
course aims is the understanding of the basic con-
cepts of Psychology to equip social work students for
their future professional role.

AJER320: Newspaper Production II

(chief – editor), ECTS: 5
Theoretical and practical training for the acquirement
of knowledge and organizational abilities in chief edit-
ing and written documents. Students are expected to
get acquainted with the designing, programming ,
organization and advising of the journalistic group for
the production of written media.

AJER345: Radio Production IV, ECTS: 5

Wide and in depth account on radio journalism and
the secrets of radio presentation. Full briefing on the
radio programs and participation of the student in the
preparation of a program. Students are expected to
be able to take part in a radio program.

APHI101: Introduction to Philosophy, ECTS: 5

Introduction to the concepts and terminology of the
course. Presentation of the object of Philosophy, the
beginnings of philosophical reflection, the relation of
Philosophy to Science, Religion, Art and Life, the path-
ways of philosophical research (induction and pro-
duction, the roots of philosophical methods, newer
and contemporary methods of Philosophy, analytical
methods, hermeneutic methods, on dialectics), the
fields of Philosophy, the division of Philosophy from
antiquity until today, the problems of Philosophy
(ontological, anthropological, knowledge, ethical), the
adventure of philosophical reason from antiquity until
late modernity.

APHI201: Contemporary Philosophical

Horizons, ECTS: 5
This course aims at the theoretical familiarization,
investigation and critical presentation of philosophical
theory, as well as of the modern tendencies that are
inherent in all the spectrum of the philosophical and
social knowledge of the end of 20th century. The pres-
entation-analysis begins from Descartes and leads to
Habermas, Castoriades, Liantinis and Axelos and is
carried out more specifically through the texts of the
intellectuals. Particular emphasis is given to the theo-
ries of postmodernism, deconstruction, as well as to
other tendencies, that begin to acquire theoretical sig-
nificance.

APOL405: Geostrategic Issues of Eastern

Mediterranean, ECTS: 5
The course aims at introducing the geographical
affairs in the eastern Mediterranean to students and
providing them with the necessary knowledge for a
correct evaluation of developments in our wider area
 Department of
Social Work
Chairperson
Gazerian Baitzar

Vice-chairperson
Demopoulou Maria

Professors
Demopoulou Maria
Gazerian Baitzar

Associate Professors
Georgiades Savvas*
Ioannides Klitos

Lecturers
Erodotou Stelios
Katsounari Ioanna
Koffas Stefanos

Visiting Professor
Kandilaki Agapi - Associate Professor
Ioannou Soulla – Assistant Professor
Kyprianou Despina
Papanastasatos Gerasimos
Tziogouros Charalambos

Special Teaching Staff

Athanasiou Andrea
Mitsingas Antonis
Patera Elena
Patsalidou Olivia
Xenofontos Xenis

Field Work Supervisors

Neofytou Malamo – Coordinator
Andronicou Andri
Antoniou Maria
Christodoulou Panayiota
Erotokritou Koulla
Hadjicharalambous Dimitris
Nicolaou Anna
Nicolaou Marios
*Rank temporarily assigned by the Interim Governing Board
Social Work
4 Years, Bachelor of Arts (Ptychio), European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System, ECTS

General Aim:

The social work profession promotes social change, social cohesion, problem solving in human relationships and the empowerment and liberation
of people to enhance well-being. Utilizing theories of human behavior and social systems, social work intervenes at the points where people inter-
act with their environment. Principles of human rights and social justice are fundamental to social work.

In Cyprus in accordance with a recent statute, social workers are required to have special training at Higher Educational Institutions as a precondi-
tion for practicing the profession.

The aim of the Department is to provide quality social work education for students and to prepare them for professional social work practice in
order to enhance the well being of vulnerable populations and communities at risk. Through teaching and research, the Department aims at con-
tributing to the knowledge base of social work and at promoting social justice.

The aims of the Department of Social Work are as follows:

- The promotion of the applied science of social work and the principles and values which provide the framework for the professional practice.

- The development of the necessary academic conditions, that is theoretical training and field work experience, so that the University graduates
will acquire the skills to empower individuals, families, groups and communities in order to participate in the socioeconomic and cultural
development.

- The promotion of respect for Human Rights, equal opportunities for all citizens for the creative participation in the production and use of goods
and services in our society (social – economic – cultural).

The objectives of the Program are:

- The acquisition of scientific knowledge in the field of Social Work.

- The understanding of the methodology, techniques and skills of social work in relation to prevention, diagnosis, therapeutic intervention and
counselling approaches at individual, family and group level.
- The training in research methodology for the assessment of social needs and social problems in order to make professional interventions at
micro and macro levels of practice.
- The planning, organization and development of social empowerment programs, social development at local community level.
- The planning and development of social welfare programs, the study and submission of proposals for the improvement of the available services.
- The development of evaluation methods and restatement of program objectives in social welfare and social policy.
- The improvement of quality and the diversity of the available social services.
- The development of social responsibility and social cohesion in society.

Laboratories
Students of the Department also have access to the University’s general purpose computer laboratories. These laboratories, with a total of 140
workstations, offer a wide variety of software including office applications, programming environments, mathematical packages. The laboratories
provide high-speed Internet access and printing facilities and are accessible 08:00 to 21:00 daily.
The Program requires the completion of 240 ECTS credits and ASRM402 Research Methodology in Social Work II 4 2
comprises of required courses, social work electives, english lan- ASEL406 Social Work and the Elderly 3 2
guage courses and general electives: ASSS306 Administration of Social Services 4 3
ECTS ASLG412 Social Work and the Local Government 4 2
Required Courses 222 ASEU411 Social Work in the European Union 3 2
Social Work Electives 6 ASDI413 Social Work with Dependent Individuals 3 2
English Language 8 ASSP311 Social Policy 4 2
General Electives 4 ASSE414 Seminar 5 3
TOTAL 240 ASTH 415 Thesis 8 -

Required Courses ECTS Hours English Language ECTS Hours

ASPS101 Introduction to Psychology 4 3 AENG101 Basic English 2 3
ASSO102 Introduction to Sociology 4 3 AENG102 Intermediate English 2 3
ASPO103 Introduction to Political Science 4 3 AENG213 English Composition 2 2
ASAL104 Principles of Administrative Law 3 2 AENG214 Advanced Writing 2 2
ASHE107 Health Education and Health Promotion 3 2
ASCO105 Use of Computers 3 2 Social Work Electives ECTS Hours
ASSW106 Introduction to Social Work I 4 2 ASIS100 Social Work in Industrial Settings 3 2
ASCW108 Creative Writing 3 2 ASPC101 Social Work in Military and Police Forces 3 2
ASSO112 Agriculture and Industrial Sociology 5 3 ASES102 Social Work in Educational Settings 3 2
ASPS111 Developmental Psychology 4 3
ASSS113 Social Welfare – Social Services 5 2 General Electives
ASIS115 Information Systems I 3 2 Students should choose one course from group A and one course
ASSW116 Introduction to Social Work II 4 2 from group B.
ASFL114 Principles of Family Law 3 3 ECTS Hours
ASPC104 Institutions for the Protection of Citizens 4 2 Group A - Cyprus Studies
ASPE201 Introduction to Political Economy 3 3 AECH111 Cyprus in the 20th Century 2 2
ASSO208 Family Sociology 3 3 AECH101 Introduction to the History of Cyprus 2 2
ASCS203 Community Social Work I 5 3
ASGW205 Group Social Work I 5 3 Group B - Greek Language and Literature
ASCW206 Case Social Work I 5 3 AEGL111 Modern Greek Literature 2 2
ASCS207 Interviewing and Communication Skills 4 3 AEGL101 Introduction to Greek Language 2 2
ASPS202 Psychiatry I 4 2
ASSP211 Social Psychology 3 3
ASPS212 Psychiatry II 4 2
ASCS213 Community Social Work II 5 3
ASGW215 Group Social Work II 5 3
ASCW216 Case Social Work II 5 3
ASFW214 Field Work I 5 15
ASIU301 Intermethod – Unified Social Work 5 3
ASSP302 Social Planning 5 3
ASWF303 Social Work with Families 5 3
ASIW304 Intercultural Social Work 4 2
ASST305 Statistics 5 2
ASFW306 Field Work II 7 15
ASRM312 Research Methodology in Social Work I 6 3
ASFW313 Field Work III 13 32
ASFV314 Family Violence and Social Work 6 3
ASCP401 Social Work and Child Protection 5 3
ASJD405 Social Work and Juvenile Delinquency 4 2
ASHS403 Social Work in Health Settings 3 2
ASIN404 Social Work with Individuals
with Special Needs 4 2
Description of Courses
ASPS 101 Introduction to Psychology, ECTS: 4
The major aim of the course is the study of the main
areas of Psychology. The objectives of the course are
the understanding of the Developmental, Behavioural,
and Cognitive areas of Psychology. In addition, the
basic theories of Personality and their criticism are
also presented in the course. Among the major course
aims is the understanding of the basic concepts of
Psychology to equip social work students for their
future professional role.
ASSO 102 – Introduction to Sociology, ECTS: 4
The major aim of the course is to provide students
with an extensive overview of the discipline of sociolo-
gy. Furthermore, it emphasizes the fundamental con-
cepts and principles of sociology, including culture,
socialization, interaction, social groups and stratifica-
tion, effects of population growth and technology in
society and social institutions.
ASPO 103 – Introduction to Political Science,
ECTS: 4
The major aim of the course is the systematic presen-
tation of the basic concepts through which political
science attempts to conceive and interpret political
phenomena within their reality. The functions of politi-
cal structures and processes are discussed.
ASAL 104 – Principles of Administrative Law,
ECTS: 3
The course has as its goal to acquaint students with
the basic concepts of administrative law and to
demonstrate its relevance to the profession of social
work.
ASCO 105 Use of Computers , ECTS: 3
The major objective of the course is the introduction
and use of computers and the provision of necessary
knowledge and skills related to the main existing con-
temporary operating systems. Basic knowledge of
word processing is also included.
ASSW 106 Introduction to Social Work I, ECTS: 4
The course explores the historical development and
foundations of the field and the profession of social
work and addresses the question of What is Social
Work. The major goals of the profession of social work
are examined as well as those qualities that differenti-
ate it from other disciplines (psychology, sociology,
etc). Special emphasis is placed on human diversity,
social problems and social work fields of practice.
ASHE 107 Health Education and Health
Promotion, ECTS: 3
The course aims at understanding the concepts of
health education and health promotion. Introductory
concepts related to the field of health education are
examined. Basic principles, philosophies, and issues
related to school health and community health educa-
tion are presented. Finally, health education theories
and practices as well as skills in designing and pro-
moting health related programs are explored.
ASCW 108 Creative Writing, ECTS: 3
The course is designed to provide skills for critical
writing, including organization, development of ideas
and presentation of conclusions. Furthermore, it helps
students develop skills that will be applicable to the
preparation of their term papers during their studies.
ASPS 111 Developmental Psychology, ECTS: 4
The major aim of the course is the analysis of the
major developmental milestones including the psy-
chosexual, cognitive and psychological development
of human beings. The major objectives are the study
of the stages of development of humans beginning
from birth to infancy, kindergarten age, preschool age,
adolescence, adulthood, and old age. In addition, the
main life crises are studied and analysed
(Prerequisite: ASPS 101).
ASSO 112 Agriculture & Industrial Sociology ,
ECTS: 5
The analysis of the major subjects related to the struc-
ture and operation of the agricultural pro-industrial
and contemporary societies is the major aim of the
course. Among the major objectives of the course is
the understanding of social work in relation to the
major social problems and social changes that are
taking place in the world and the Cypriot society
(Prerequisite: ASSO 102)
ASSS 113 Social Welfare - Social Services ,
ECTS: 5
The course aims at analysing the historic develop-
ment and evolution of social welfare as well as its
modern operation and organisation at the internation-
al and national level. Furthermore the course’s major
objectives include the acquisition of knowledge,
through theory and study visits, on the structure and
operation of the existing social services and interven-
tion programs operated by the social welfare system
in Cyprus.
ASFL 114 Principles of Family Law, ECTS: 3
The most important aim of the course is the acquisi-
tion of knowledge on the basic chapters related to the
Family Law. The understanding of the major social,
psychological and legal implications of the Family Law
to the contemporary families is examined. Among the
major course objectives is the familiarization of social
work students to their rights and obligations when
working with families at the National and European
level.
ASIS 115 Information Systems I, ECTS: 3
The major aim of the course is the familiarization with
the contemporary information systems that are used
by public organizations and the private sector. The
course introduces students to the techniques of the
operational systems and attends to develop ways of
transferring such systems according to the needs of
the users in subjects related to information systems.
ASSW 116 Introduction to Social Work II, ECTS: 4
The course will emphasize a core understanding of
the social work values and ethics, the Cyprus Code of
Ethics in relation to other countries’ Codes, and the
social work roles needed to impact on systems to
solve human problems. Special emphasis will be
placed on helping the student develop an under-
standing and appreciation for diverse cultures and
populations at risk. Professional social workers from
various fields of practice will be invited as guest
speakers (Prerequisite: ASSW 106)
ASPC 104 Institutions for the Protection of
Citizens , ECTS: 4
The major aim of the course is to examine the func-
tions of various institutions that citizens could refer to
for the protection and promotion of their human rights
at National and International levels. Emphasis is given
to the role of the social worker as an advocate.
ASPE 201 Introduction to Political Economy,
ECTS: 3
The course introduces students to the field of eco-
nomics and examines the overall economic role of the
public sector (Government) in mixed economies, mar-
ket and government failures and how to strike a bal-
ance between the public and private sectors. It focus-
es on such concepts as demand and supply, produc-
tion possibility curve, the EU and Cyprus.
ASPS 202 Psychiatry I , ECTS: 4
The major aim of the course is the provision of basic
knowledge on Psychopathology, including the symp-
tomatology, diagnosis (Axis I), and biopsychosocial
causes of mental illness. The major objectives of the
course are to recognize the presence of mental ill-
ness, identify its symptomatology, and understand its
causes from various psychological perspectives.
Special attention is given to the area of Psychosocial
Rehabilitation and its application in Cyprus.
ASCS 203 Community Social Work I, ECTS: 5
The course is designed to provide a frame of refer-
ence and the skills needed for community-based
social work practice. Students are assisted in devel-
oping an understanding of how communities affect
clients; how individuals can organize to influence
communities; how to use organizing strategies for
community change; and the role of the social worker
as a change agent at the community level.
ASGW 205 Group Social Work I, ECTS: 5
The aim of the course is the introduction to the philos-
ophy and principles that govern the methodological
process that has to be followed for the creation of
groups, taking into consideration the specific prob-
lems that groups face and the major goals that are
desired to be achieved.. Emphasis is given to group
dynamics and its components such as interaction,
communication, roles, leadership, group processes. A
further goal of the course is the acquisition of specific
theoretical knowledge that constitutes the basis of the
formation of specific models of intervention.
ASCW 206 Case Social Work I, ECTS: 5
First of three methods courses in the social work prac-
tice sequence that focuses on knowledge, values and
skills of professional social work practice with individ-
ual clients. In the course students acquire skills that
involve the development of a professional relationship
with clients, skills necessary in obtaining basic psy-
chosocial information for the development of a com-
prehensive assessment / diagnosis and skills neces-
sary for problem identification. The psychodynamic
model, the systemic model and the ecological per-
spective are critically analyzed (Prerequisite: ASSW
116)
ASCS 207 Interviewing and Communication
Skills, ECTS: 4
The course is designed to introduce students to the
theory and practice of interviewing, at individual,
group and community level. It focuses on developing
basic interviewing and communication skills used
throughout their professional relationship with service
users, including the use of various verbal and non-ver-
bal forms of expression and active listening.
ASSO 208 Family Sociology, ECTS: 3
The presentation and understanding of the main tradi-
tional and contemporary theories of the family is the
major aim of the course. Among the major course
objectives is the acquisition of knowledge on subjects
related to the functions of family, the family as an insti-
tution in different societies and the analysis of its
structure, functions, types, roles and relations within
the family. The aspects of marriage are analysed and
the main functions of the contemporary family and its
development are presented (Prerequisite: ASSO 208)
ASSP 211 Social Psychology, ECTS: 3
The understanding of the transaction of the individual,
the group and society is one of the major aims of the
course. The development of the capability of the
understanding of human behaviour as a result of inter-
related systems and the study of the major factors that
contribute to the behaviour by individuals and groups
is one of the major objectives of the course. The role
of the Social Worker as a catalyst, when attempting to
stimulate groups and societies to function productive-
ly is studied
ASPS 212 Psychiatry II, ECTS: 4
The major aim of the course is the provision of basic
knowledge on Psychopathology, including the symp-
tomatology and diagnosis (Axis II) of mental illness.
The major objectives of the course are to learn ways
to communicate with individuals experiencing distress
and to intervene effectively in a community setting.
Special emphasis is given on intervention from a
social work perspective including the understanding
and application of Community Social Work with indi-
viduals suffering from mental illness.
ASCS 213 Community Social Work II, ECTS: 5
The content of this course is related to issues con-
cerning conflict and action research at community
level. More specifically, the second part of the course
deals with vulnerable groups in the community, differ-
ent methodological approaches to social intervention,
techniques and skills necessary for prevention and
handling of social problems at the level of planning,
differential proposals-solutions and action in the com-
munity.
ASFW 214 – Field Work I, ECTS: 5
This is the first in the sequence of three fieldwork
courses. Students are required to complete during
their fourth semester a total of 220 hours of fieldwork
under the supervision of a faculty member (licensed
social worker) from the Department of Social Work.
The integration of theory and practice is the major aim
of the course (Prerequisites: ASCW 206 & ASGW 205)
ASGW 215 Social Group Work II, ECTS: 5
This second course deals with the role of the social
worker in the group at different stages of group devel-
opment and the acquisition of skills in implementing a
variety of models of therapeutic intervention and of
resolving specific problems related to the productive
operation of a group.
ASCW 216 Case Social Work II, ECTS: 5
This course continues where ASCW 206 leaves off. In
particular, the stages of planning, intervention, evalu-
ation and termination are studied in great detail.
Different kinds of interventions are studied like the cri-
sis intervention model, case management, task – cen-
tered approaches, etc. Through case studies, stu-
dents are able to piece together knowledge obtained
from both courses, as well as to relate material with
their field practice experiences.
the knowledge and skills students acquire from cours-
es on the methodology of social work. Students are
familiarised to implement their skills in a holistic way to
deal with problems faced by individuals, families and
communities
ASSP 302 Social Planning, ECTS: 5
The aim of the course is to familiarize students with the
basic concepts, methods and techniques of social
planning. It provides students with all the necessary
skills involved in the design, implementation and eval-
uation of a social intervention plan within or not the
context of an interdisciplinary team.
ASWF 303 Social Work with Families, ECTS: 5
The course aims at the comprehension by students:
(a) of the family psychodynamics in its social context,
(b) of its developmental phases in accordance with its
gradual differentiation in structure and functions, (c) of
the increasing crisis in the total family institution, (d) of
the alternative family institutions today, (e) of the need
for an integrated diagnostic assessment of family
problems by the social worker and the multi profes-
sional team, (f) of the need for his/her sensitization in
the various models of family therapy: psychodynamic,
systemic (strategic, functional, Bowen approach) etc.
Use of selected skills and techniques of intervention
(Prerequisites: ASCW 216, ASSO 208)
ASIW 304 Intercultural Social Work , ECTS: 4
The course focuses on the conditions and the neces-
sary adjustments needed to implement social work
where multicultural groups of people are using the
social welfare services. The major goals of the course
are the understanding and identification of the demo-
graphic and social characteristics of different national
groups, the development of national policies for
minorities and the adjustment of social services and
their methods when delivered to multicultural groups.
ASST 305 Statistics, ECTS: 5
The course gives special emphasis to the basic princi-
ples and concepts related to Statistics and its use as a
tool for the Social Sciences. The usefulness of
Statistics in Social Work is examined within its general
applications within the context of the Social Sciences.
Special attention is given to the description and pres-
entation of Statistical data by using the SPSS package.
Students are given the opportunity to understand basic
concepts in Statistics.
ASSS 306 Administration of Social Services,
ECTS: 4
The organization and administration of services is part
of the organizational structure and function of the state.
The organization and administration of social services
aims at meeting the needs in the field of social welfare
both in the private and in the public sector. The pres-
ent course has as its objectives to acquaint students
with the necessary knowledge and techniques as well
as means of intervention for the effective functioning
and management of a service and/or organization.
ASFW 306 – Field Work II, ECTS: 7
This is the second in the sequence of three fieldwork
courses. Students are required to complete during
their fifth semester a total of 220 hours of fieldwork
under the supervision of a faculty member (licensed
social worker) assigned by the Department of Social
Work. This course is taken after the completion of all
methods courses and students are expected to apply
through their practice different social work roles both in
the micro and macro levels (Prerequisites: Community
Social Work II)
ASRM 312 Research Methodology in Social
Work I, ECTS: 6
This is the first of two research courses and it aims at
providing basic knowledge to students about research
methodology as it applies to social work. It studies the
common types of social work research; problem and
hypothesis formulation; research design; and provides
students with skills concerning the report writing con-
tent and structure.
ASFW 313 – Field Work III, ECTS: 13
Building on experiences from Field Work I and Field
Work II, the course is the final practicum experience
that takes place in their sixth semester for a total of 440
hours again under supervision of a faculty member.
Students are expected to apply advanced social work
skills and methods in their practice with individuals,
groups and communities.
ASFV 314 Family Violence and Social Work,
ECTS: 6
The course aims at the understanding by the students:
(a) of the concept of violence as it is manifested in var-
ious forms in human societies; (b) of the domestic vio-
worker for assessment and intervention; (f) of the need
for multi-professional team work; (g) of the relative
legal instructions and integrated case management by
the appropriate social agencies in Cyprus.
ASCP 401 Social Work and Child Protection,
ECTS: 5
The course aims at the understanding by the students:
(a) of the changing concept of “child protection” and
the need for its social uprating, since, according to the
International Convention for the Children’s Rights
(1989-1990), the child from an object of protection is
now recognized as a subject of rights; (b) of all the
articles of the International convention for the
Children’s Rights; (c) especially, of the theoretical
analysis and professional practice in Cyprus, of all the
fields of child protection: day care, foster care, residen-
tial care, adoption; (d) of the child’s feelings because
of parental separation – separation anxiety, maternal
deprivation, institutionalism, infantile mourning and (e)
of the methods, techniques and skills of the social
worker for assessment and intervention in the fields of
foster care, adoption, child placement as well as of his
integrative protection in his family.
ASRM 402 - Research Methodology in Social
Work II, ECTS: 4
The course aims at the implementation of knowledge
that students acquired in the first methodology course.
Data-gathering techniques; measurement; and
approaches to data analysis at the qualitative as well
as the quantitative levels are studied in depth. Among
the major objectives of the course is the evaluation of
research data and their meaningful presentation as
basic elements of a research project in social work.
ASHS 403 Social Work in Health Settings, ECTS: 3
The course aims at the analysis of health settings and
the analysis of methods, skills and techniques of the
social worker in assessing and intervening with the sick
and their families in health settings. Specifically: (a)
the medical/biomedical model of health care is exam-
ined in relation to the modern social/holistic/biopsy-
chosocial model, as well as the broader spectrum of
health care services; (b) the methodological approach-
es of the social worker are analyzed in primary preven-
tion structures as well as in secondary prevention ones
(hospitals). The main characteristics of the role of the
social worker are also analyzed in hospitals: free
flaoating anxiety in health settings, separation anxiety
of small children, death anxiety, mourning process,
phases of long term illnesses, patients’ reactions.
Social worker’s interventions at the micro (clinical)
level, as well as the macro level (community).
ASIN 404 Social Work with Individuals with
Special Needs, ECTS: 4
The aim of the course is to train students to implement
social work with individuals with special needs. During
the course the students come to understand the needs
of individuals with special needs, the different types of
special needs, as well as to get to know the relevant
services in Europe and in Cyprus. Concepts like
adjustment, rehabilitation, multidimensional and multi -
scientific approaches related to social work with indi-
viduals with special needs are studied.
ASJD 405 Social Work and Juvenile Delinquency,
ECTS: 4
The course offers students an understanding of the
extent and nature of juvenile delinquency. Students are
acquainted with various theories of the causes of delin-
quency and the role of the family both as a cause but
also for the prevention and intervention of delinquency.
The application of social work methods, skills and role
for the prevention and intervention of juvenile delin-
quency are examined.
ASEL 406 Social Work with the Elderly, ECTS: 3
The major aim of the course is the understanding of the
historical, cultural, biological, physiological, psycho-
logical, and social contexts of aging as well as the
basic services and policies that currently operate for
elderly in Cyprus. It also provides students with the
basic skills necessary for intervention with the elderly
and their families on the micro, mezzo and macro level.
ASEU 411 Social Work and the European Union,
ECTS: 3
The course aims at the understanding by students: (a)
of the historical necessity for the creation of the
European Union; (b) of the decision making process-
es, the legal processes and the national policies of the
EU; (c) of the social policies of the EU and the contri-
bution of the social workers; (d) of the educational and
labour possibilities for the social workers in the EU; (e)
of the perspectives for social work in the EU; (f) of the
need of knowing the representation in Cyprus for the
European Committee and the European Institute as
government, the meaning and way of functioning of
decentralization and systematic use of local and
peripheral structures of services. Among the aims of
the course are the familiarization of students with
administrative organization and understanding of the
functioning of local authority at primary and secondary
level. More specifically, management of the network of
supportive services, the organizational framework, the
meaning and functioning of social services and their
possibilities as semi-autonomous organizations of
community development and social policy.
ASDI 413 Social Work with Dependent
Individuals, ECTS: 3
The course aims at the understanding by the students:
(a) of the seriousness and the scope of the problem of
drug dependence; (b) of the concepts of use, abuse,
addiction and drug dependency; (c) of the multi-
dimensional aetiology of drug dependency, aetiologi-
cal approaches to drug dependency; (d) of the thera-
peutic models to drug dependency; (e) of the develop-
ment of the therapeutic communities, democratic and
hierarchical therapeutic communities; (f) of the charac-
teristics of the therapeutic communities and groups;
(g) of the need for team approach; (h) of the social
worker’s role in team work and therapeutic community;
(i) of the integrative management of the drug user and
his/her family; (j) of his social and professional rehabil-
itation; (k) of the need of knowing the legal framework
and the rehabilitation services in Cyprus.
ASSE 414 Seminar, ECTS: 5
The aim of the course is to offer the opportunity to stu-
dents to acquire specialized knowledge on specific
problems / issues of social interest of their own choice
and skills on studying them. Furthermore, among the
course objectives is the acquisition of basic capabili-
ties in organising and structuring material on a specif-
ic subject and its presentation to an audience by using
a variety of means available to teaching and training.
The course is organized as a workshop.
ASSP 311 Social Policy, ECTS: 4
The course aims at providing students with an under-
standing of the application of social policy in various
fields and as an obligatory function of the State. More
analytically, the socio-political interventions in the fol-
lowing areas will be studied: welfare, health care and
education, together with their characteristics and the
role of the social worker as the implementation agent
of government owned social policy.
ASTH 415 Thesis, ECTS: 8
The thesis project is required by all students. Students
select an area of interest and prepare a thesis under
the direction of a faculty member. The thesis is then
presented to an appointed committee in the final
semester of the fourth year.
Social Work Electives
ASIS 100 Social Work in Industrial Settings,
ECTS: 3
The aim of the course is to help students apply social
work methods and skills to the workplace in order to
motivate employers and employees at the individual
and group level to contribute in such a way so that the
work environment becomes more productive and pos-
itive for them. It also studies those practices at the
micro, mezzo and macro level that aim at balancing
the work responsibilities with family life.
ASPC 101 Social Work in Military and Police
Forces, ECTS: 3
The significance and functions of the police and armed
forces as vital institutions of society are examined. The
course helps students apply social work methods and
techniques in the above institutions while taking into
consideration their unique characteristics and particu-
larities.
ASES 102 Social Work in Educational Settings,
ECTS: 3
The course examines education as cause of creating
but also as means of dealing with social exclusion, the
challenges and opportunities of exercising social work
in educational institutions (primary, secondary and
third level education). The role of the social worker
within the triangle school-family-community is studied.
The systemic approach of social work is also examined
within the educational settings.
 Department of
Nursing
Chairperson
Pantelidou Maria – Acting

Professors
Marcoullis George*

Assistant Professors
Miltiadou George
Pantelidou Maria

Visiting Teaching Staff – Academic Advisors

Bellou Panayiota - Professor
Kamba Evridiki – Assistant Professor
Charalambous Christiana
Georgiadou Evelina
Hileti Dona
Kougialis Andreas
Mpaltzi Eleni

Special Teaching Stafff

Ioannides Christos
Nouris Nikos

Clinical Instructors
Avraam Christos – Coordinator
Agapiou Stella
Avraam Panayiotis
Chorattas Aris
Georgiou Georgia
Petrides Evros
Protopapas Andreas

* Rank temporarily assigned by the Interim Governing Board until evaluation procedure is finalised.
Nursing
4 Years, Bachelor of Science (Ptychio), European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System, ECTS

General Aim:
The Program of Nursing focuses on health promotion, health risk reduction, disease prevention, care of sick individuals / families / groups, man-
agement and rehabilitation. The nursing education provides a strong foundation for the development of clinical reasoning required for the practice
of professional nursing.

Objectives:
On successful completion of the Program students:
- Acquire a broad knowledge and understanding of the nature of nursing as it applies to individuals / families / communities at different health care
settings through out life.
- Acquire the required qualification to be registered with the Cyprus’ Nursing and Midwifery Council and to be allowed to practice nursing as a
profession.
- Have the ability to evaluate and construct their own approach to nursing practice.
- Have the ability to develop competence as practitioners and an increased awareness of its potential contribution to the health system of the
country.
- Acquire skills in critical observation and enquiry through placements in different units / specialities.
- Acquire a good understanding of current and future health issues, public health policy and international health rules and regulations.

The aims and objectives set by the University are being met by:
- Curriculum design, content and organization.
- Teaching and learning assessment,
- Student progression and achievement.
- Student support and guidance.
- Learning resources.
- Quality management and enhancement.

Program Structure
The structure of the curriculum is responsive to national and international trends and developments, and reflects current professional practice.
The program is in compliance with the European Directives 77/452/EEC and 2001/19/EC, which specify that a program of study in General
Nursing should comprise at least 3 years of study, or a total of 4600 theoretical and clinical training hours. The duration of the theoretical and clini-
cal training of the program consists of at least 1540 and 2300 hours, respectively, in a total of 4600 hours.

The Program Structure offers progression from basic levels of knowledge and understanding, through critical engagement with theory and enquiry
at the first and second year, to a more advanced form of reflective dialogue and professional development at the third and fourth year. The cur-
riculum is well structured and organized to encourage the development of both active learners and reflective practitioners.

Strong links with the Ministry of Health, Private Hospitals and other Institutions, and consultation with control bodies in Cyprus, client groups and
guidelines/directives from abroad (EU and WHO) formed the basis of this Curriculum.

Laboratories

Within the General Nursing Department the following two laboratories are available for laboratory exercises and clinical teaching:
- Multidisciplinary Laboratory
- Demonstration Laboratory

In addition, for the Program of Study needs, there is also access to Chemistry and Computer Science laboratories. All laboratories are fully
equipped to fulfill the goals of the Program.

The program has been conditionally approved by the Evaluation Committee of Private Universities ( ECPU )
The Program requires the completion of 240 ECTS credits and
comprises of required courses, general electives and free electives.
ECTS
Required Courses 226
General Electives 4
Free Electives 10
TOTAL 240

Required Courses ECTS Hours Clinical

Teaching
NUR 101 Anatomy and Histology/Pathology 5 3+1* - NUR 311 Community Nursing II 5 3 -
NUR 102 Information Systems in Health 4 2+1* - NUR 312 Home Nursing 4 2 3
NUR 103 Biophysics and Radiology 5 3+1* - Clinical Practice III**
NUR 104 Biochemistry 5 3+1* - NUR 401 Nursing V – Care of the Old
NUR 105 Cell Biology 5 3+1* - and Geriatrics 5 3 5
NUR 106 Introduction to Nursing 6 4+2* 5 NUR 402 Nursing VI – Mental Health
NUR 107 Microbiology 5 3+1* - and Psychiatry 5 3 5
NUR 108 Pharmacology 5 4+1* - NUR 403 Intensive Care Medicine and Nursing 4 2+1* 8
NUR 109 Physiology 5 3+1* - NUR 404 Counseling 4 2 -
NUR 110 Basic Nursing Care I 6 4 8 NUR 405 Research Methodology 4 2+2* 3
NUR 111 Biostatistics 5 3 - Clinical Practice IV**
NUR 112 Sociology 4 2+1* - NUR 406 Legal Aspects of Nursing 4 2 -
Clinical Practice I NUR 407 Hospital Acquired Infections 4 2 1
(Aseptic Technique Assessment) ** NUR 408 Administration of Nursing Services 5 3 14
NUR 201 Basic Nursing Care II 7 4 8 NUR 409 Research Project 8 1 -
NUR 202 Epidemiology 5 3+1* - NUR 410 Communication and Administration
NUR 203 Dietetics and Nutrition 4 2 - (Management Assessment of
NUR 204 Pathophysiology 4 2 - a Nursing Unit) 5 1 7
NUR 205 General Medicine I 6 3+1* - Clinical Practice V**
NUR 206 Community Nursing I
(Family Nursing Care) 6 2 5 Free Electives
NUR 207 General Medicine II 6 4 6 Free Elective is a course offered by other Departments of the University for
NUR 208 General Surgery 6 4 6 which a student is qualified to register.
NUR 209 Health Education 5 3 1
NUR 210 Social and Health Legislation 4 2 - General Electives
NUR 211 Psychology 5 3 - Students should choose one course from group A and one course
Clinical Practice II from group B.
(Drug Administration Assessment) ** ECTS Hours
NUR 301 Paediatrics 5 3 - Group A - Cyprus Studies
NUR 302 Nursing I – General and AECH111 Cyprus in the 20th Century 2 2
Specialist Medicine 6 4 7 AECH101 Introduction to the History of Cyprus 2 2
NUR 303 Specialised Surgery 5 3 - Group B - Greek Language and Literature
NUR 304 Nursing II – General and AEGL111 Modern Greek Literature 2 2
Specialist Surgery 6 4 7 AEGL101 Introduction to Greek Language 2 2
NUR 305 Nature and Ethics of the Profession 4 2 -
NUR 306 Principles of Teaching 4 2 2 *Laboratory Hours
NUR 307 Nursing III – Child Care **Opportunities to practice nursing procedures covered in NUR 106, NUR
and Paediatrics 6 3+1* 3 110, NUR 201, NUR 206, NUR 207, NUR 208, NUR 302, NUR 304, NUR
NUR 308 Nursing IV – Maternity Care 6 3+1* 3 307, NUR 308, NUR 309, NUR 312, NUR 401, NUR 403, NUR 408 and
NUR 309 Psychiatry 4 2 - NUR 410 are offered in Clinical Practice I, II, III, IV and V. Clinical Practice
NUR 310 Emergency Medicine and Nursing 5 2+1* 4 takes place in hospitals, health care centers or in the community.
Description of Courses
NUR 101: Anatomy and Histology/ Pathology,
ECTS: 5
Essential regulatory systems: Autonomic nervous sys-
tem, Endocrine system. Heat regulation. Basal meta-
bolic rate. Heat balance. Components. Functions.
Relationships. Structure of the following systems:
Muscoskeletal, Cardio-vascular, Respiratory,
Digestive, Reproductive and Urinary system, Nervous
system and Sensory Organs, Endocrine system.
Histology: Histological techniques, Cell, Differentiated
cells and the maintenance of tissues: Epithelial cells-
Epidermis, Blood cells, Skeletal muscle cells, The
connective tissue cell family: Fibroblasts and their
transformations. The cellular basis of immunity. Cell
growth and division. Laboratory: Preparation of tissue
slides and recognition under the microscope.
Dissection and study of essential body tissues.
NUR 102: Information Systems in Health, ECTS: 4
Introduction to Information Science: Hardware,
Software, Data representation, Multimedia Data, Data
Bases. Introduction to Information Systems: Life cycle,
Design Principles, Distributed Information Systems.
Hospital Information Systems: Core System (electron-
ic health record), Laboratory Subsystem,
Management Subsystem, Examination Subsystem,
Health Care System, Human Recourse Management,
Accounting Subsystem, Reception, On-line Support.
Medical Expert Systems. Tele-health. Communication
and Security Issues. Evaluation of Hospital
Information Systems. Laboratory: Presentation of
case studies.
NUR 103: Biophysics and Radiology, ECTS: 5
Physical sizes, units of their measure and useful math-
ematical explanations. The body as a physical entity
and movement. Vibrations and waves. Heat.
Electromagnetism. Optics. Structure of matter, the
atomic view and the atomic nucleus. Radiation, detec-
tors and instruments. Interaction of radiation and bio-
logical tissue. Machines and instruments in the health
sector. Laboratory: Presentation of case studies.
NUR 104: Biochemistry, ECTS: 5
Cells, biomolecules and water. Thermodynamics in
biochemistry. The structural units of proteins: Amino
acids, peptides, and polypeptides; The Three-dimen-
sional Structures of Proteins. Functional variety of pro-
teins. Enzymatic kinetics. Regulation of enzymic activ-
ity. Vitamins and coenzymes. Metabolic strategies.
Glucolysis, Gluco-neogenesis and the phosphoric
pentose pathway. Tri-carboxylic acid cycle. Transfer of
electrons and oxidized phosphorylation. Metabolism
of: fatty acids, cholesterol, amino acids in vertebrates,
nucleotides. Metabolism and hormonal activity.
Laboratory: Introduction of students to basic laborato-
ry techniques in Biochemistry.
NUR 105: Cell Biology, ECTS: 5
Introduction to Cells. Chemical composition of cells.
Structure and function of DNA. From the DNA to pro-
teins. The chromosomes and the regulation of the
genes. Genetic diversity. The technology of the DNA.
Structure of the membranes. Membranous transfer.
Energy production in the mitochondria and the chloro-
plasts. Chloroplasts and photosynthesis. Our unicellu-
lar ancestors. Intracellular chambers and transporta-
tion. Membrane organelles. Separation of proteins.
Transportation through cysts. Secretion ducts.
Intracellular ducts. Cellular communication. Cell skele-
ton. Cell division. Control of the cell cycle and cellular
death. Laboratory: 1: Observation of cells under the
photomicroscope, 2: Blood and the observation of
chromosomes, 3: The genetic material.
NUR 106: Introduction to Nursing, ECTS: 6
Introduction to the science of Nursing. Philosophy of
Nursing and Nursing education. Teaching institutions
of Nursing. Prospects of progression in specialty
areas of Nursing. Introduction to the definitions of
health, management and adjustment. Defence mech-
anisms of the individual. Factors affecting health.
Level of primary, secondary and tertiary preventions.
Holistic theory of health. Systems theory. Introduction
to communication. Models – Types of communication.
Obstacles of effective communication and skills that
help it. Human needs – Maslow’s hierarchy. Nursing
skills: Observation – interview – taking and recording
vital signs. Introduction to Nursing process – Aims
and objectives. Nursing assessment of the individ-
ual’s needs and problems. Methods of collecting
information – Nursing history – Nursing diagnosis.
Nursing theories: description – dynamic factors and
limitations of the nursing theories of Hendersen,
Orem, Neuman, Rogers and Roy. Clinical practice:
See “Clinical Practice I”.
NUR 107: Microbiology, ECTS: 5
Immunology; Hypersensitivity; Auto-immunity; Trans-
plantation Immunology; Bacteriology: Morphology;
Common strains; Modes of transmission; Diagnostic
measures. Virology: Morphology; Common viruses;
Modes of transmission; Diagnostic measures.
Mycology: Morphology of fungi; Common fungi;
Modes of transmission; Diagnostic measures.
Parasites: Life cycle, infection route, prevention and
control, treatment. Infection Control and European
and universal precautions. Laboratory: Presentation of
case studies.
NUR 108: Pharmacology, ECTS: 5
General principles related to: Prescriptions,
Interactions, General effects of drugs. Main drugs
used in the treatment of: Nervous system conditions,
Psychoactive drugs, Respiratory conditions, Cardio-
vascular conditions, Haematological system condi-
tions, Endocrine and metabolic disorders,
Gastrointestinal conditions, Chemotherapy, Infectious
conditions, Ophthalmic conditions, Deficiency condi-
tions, Skin conditions. Other therapies. Laboratory:
Preparation of solutions of different strengths.
Administration of drugs – Recognising dosages and
instructions.
NUR 109: Physiology, ECTS: 5
Elements of general physiology, Function of the heart
and circulation, Electrocardiograms (ECG), Arterial
pressure maintenance, Exchange of tissue fluids,
Renal function, Respiratory function, Acid-base bal-
ance, Blood, Gastro intestinal tract, Introduction to the
function of the nervous system, Membrane of the
nerve cell, dynamic, stimulation. Synapses,
Physiology of muscular tissue, Physiology of the sens-
es, Physiology of movement, Physiology of the cortex-
basic ganglions- cerebellum, Physiology of vision,
Physiology of vital functions - autonomous nervous
system, Hormones, Reproduction. Laboratory:
Demonstration of experiments and tests to help
understanding of various physiological functions.
NUR 110: Basic Nursing Care I, ECTS: 6
Nursing role and responsibilities for basic care:
hygiene, cleanliness, observation, vital signs, comfort
measures, positions; Nursing process; Health assess-
ment: normal signs, body measurements, tools used
for observations; Personal and environmental
hygiene: Individual care, care of the environment;
Body mechanics: Posture, body alignment in motion
and rest, positioning; Principles of Asepsis: Aseptic
technique, sterilization, disinfection, Isolation;
Therapies: hot and cold applications, dry and moist
applications, Oxygen therapy, therapeutic exercises;
Pain management; the immobile individual; the dying
individual.
NUR 111: Biostatistics, ECTS: 5
Descriptive part of Biostatistics/ Presentation of data;
Arithmetic Description of Data; Theory of Possibilities;
Theoretical Allocations of Possibilities; Sampling
Allocation of the Mean Value; Periods of Trust;
Inspection of Cases; Comparison of two Mean
Values; Analysis of Dispersion; Non Parametric
Methods; Conclusion graphs for Proportions;
Reference Tables/ Multiples 2x2 Tables; Correlation;
Graphic Retrogression.
NUR 112: Sociology, ECTS: 4
The scope of sociology. Advantages and disadvan-
tages of various sociological systems. Social groups.
Effects of systems on: Health practices; Economic
development; Modes of life; Roles, families; The
socialization process and health professionals.
Clinical teaching: Field studies, collection and analy-
sis of information.
Clinical Practice I (Aseptic Technique)
Offers opportunities to practice nursing procedures
covered in courses NUR 106 and NUR 110. Allocation
to adult wards for practical skills and experience on
nursing care, observations and therapies under clini-
cal guidance. Practice and preparation for aseptic
technique assessment. (Prerequisites: NUR 106, NUR
110)
NUR 201: Basic Nursing Care II, ECTS: 7
General aspects, Preparation of the student in giving
basic Nursing care in Institutions of secondary health
care, Hospital – patient – Health Team, Admission to
hospital – Taking vital signs, Application of safe pre-
ventive, curative, palliative and supporting nursing
measure for delivering Holistic Nursing care to the
individual up to final stage of life, Positioning, moving
and transfer of patient, First Aid, Assessment and
basic nursing care of the surgical patient, Application
of body protective mechanisms; Clinical Teaching:
Demonstration of special skills and techniques per-
taining to theory; Practice for safety in the clinical
area; Case studies. (Prerequisite: NUR 110)
NUR 202: Epidemiology, ECTS: 5
Introduction to epidemiology: Nature of disease;
Epidemiological transition; Common and prevalent
disease. Infectious disease: Infection process; Modes
of transmission; Patterns of disease occurrence;
Preventive and control measures. Sexually transmitted
diseases. Non-communicable diseases: Occurrence
pattern; Cause of occurrence; Preventive and control
measures. Vital Statistics. Laboratory: Recognition of
common bacteria and parasites affecting individual.
NUR 203: Dietetics and Nutrition, ECTS: 4
Revision of basic biochemistry: Assessment of nutri-
tional status, Essential food elements, Components of
a balanced diet, Needs of various age groups,
Nutritional deficiencies, Malnutrition, Obesity,
Nutritional needs of vulnerable groups, Principles of
dietetics, Therapeutic diets.
NUR 204: Patho-physiology, ECTS: 4
Blood formation system: Introduction; Revision of
Anatomy; Physiology; Diseases of the Red Blood Cells
and Basic Laboratory study of same. Classification of
Anaemias. Diseases of the White Blood Cells.
Disorders of haemostasis. Circulatory System:
Anatomy; Physiology; Cardiac deficiency; Stenosis,
Valve incompetence; Coronary disease; Pericarditis;
Arterial hypertension; Shock; Arrhythmia. Respiratory
system: Anatomy; Physiology; Bronchial asthma;
Chronic bronchitis; Pulmonary emphysema;
Pulmonary edema; Pulmonary embolism. Digestive
system: Anatomy; Physiology; Gastrointestinal retro-
gression; Jaundice; Infectious diseases of the intes-
tine; Liver deficiency; Portal Hypertension; Ascites;
Pancreatitis. Electrolyte Disorders: Potassium,
Calcium; Parathyroids; Thyroid; Suprarenal glands;
hypophysis cerebri gland. Nephropathy: anatomy;
physiology of the kidneys; nephrotic Syndrome;
glomerulonephritis; Focal Nephritis; nephrolithiasis.
NUR 205: General Medicine I, ECTS: 6
Clinical evaluation of the patient: Illness, Symptoms,
Physical Points, Diagnosis, Diagnostic approach.
Recording of Medical History, Methods of clinical
examination of various systems, areas of the body and
organs. Diseases of various systems and organs:
Immune system: Elements of physiology, autoimmune
conditions, immuno-deficiencies, allergic reactions.
Musculoskeletal System: Common clinical and labora-
tory findings. Common diseases of the joints, the con-
nective tissue and the bones (Rheumatoid, deforming,
juvenile, psoriatic and infectious arthritis. Systemic
deformans, scleroderma, dermatomyositis. Angities,
Osteomyelitis and Osteoporosis). Endocrine Glands:
Structure and activity of hormones. Syndromes of hypo
and hyper function: Hypophysis, Thyroid and
Parathyroid, Adrenal and gonad glands, Endocrine
Pancreatic Tumors, Diabetes mellitus. Respiratory
System: Elements of Physiology, Functional tests.
Para-clinical and Clinical examinations of diseases of
the respiratory system. Acute and chronic bronchitis.
Pneumonia. Allergic conditions, Bronchiectasis.
Emphysema. Pneumothorax. Syndrome of Respiratory
insufficiency. Syndrome of Apnoea. Pneumonoconiasis.
Tumors of the lung, Pleural Diseases. Pulmonary tuber-
culosis. Circulatory System: Clinical and Para clinical
examinations. Main symptoms and signs. Congenital
heart disorders. Valve disorders. Endocarditis.
Pericarditis. Myocarditis. Rheumatic fever. Heart failure,
arrhythmia. Angina. Myocardial infraction. Emergency
cardiac incidents. Disorders of the vessels.
Hypertension. Physical examination of the patient,
Acquisition of experience in the performance of inter-
vening techniques., Taking and recording of the med-
ical history of patients, Full physical examination and
recording of findings, Observation of the progress and
recording the findings on treatment chart, Active partic-
ipation and acquisition of experience in taking blood
and various punctures, Observation and nursing care
in performing intervening techniques: Catheterization
of the urinary bladder, Abdominal paracentesis,
Paracentesis of the thorax, paracentesis of the liver,
lumbar puncture, passing a Rhyle’s tube, endoscopy of
the digestive tract. Laboratory: Demonstration of rele-
vant slides and body tissues that will help in the under-
standing of the pathological disorders.
NUR 206: Community Nursing I (Family Nursing
Care), ECTS: 6
General information on the types of the Health sys-
nance of health; Development of sensitivity in topics of
health-education in individuals and groups of
Population; Family function; Progressive evaluation of
a healthy individual; Intervention for health mainte-
nance of the individual and the family. Clinical practice:
Nursery Stations, in primary and secondary health care
services.
NUR 207: General Medicine II, ECTS: 6
Digestive tract: Main signs and symptoms, differential
investigations; Oesophagus: Oesophagitis, Mallory
Weiss Syndrome, Hiatus hernia, achalasia, cancer;
Stomach: Peptic ulcer, complications; Intestine:
Malabsorption Syndrome, non specific inflammatory
enteritis, neoplasms, diarrhoea, constipation, haemor-
rhage of the digestive tract, acute gastroenteritis,
invagination, endoscopy; Pancreas: acute and chronic
pancreatitis, cancer and endocrine tumours of the pan-
creas; Liver and biliary system: physiology, pain signs
and symptoms, acute and chronic hepatic failure,
functional and laboratory investigations, technical
imaging, jaundice, liver cirrhosis, portal hypertension,
viral and non viral acute and chronic hepatitis, active
and passive immuno-protection, liver cancer, liver
transplantation, cholelithiasis, x-rays, endoscopy,
cholangio-pancreatography; Haemopoietic system:
blood formation organs, the blood cells, clotting fac-
tors, mechanism of blood clotting, general blood
analysis, anaemias: iron deficiency, megaloplastic,
aplastic, haemolityc; erythraemia, reticulocyte count,
leukaemias, lymphomas, disorders of blood clotting
(thrombocytopenia, haemophilia, diffused intravascu-
lar clotting), blood groups, blood transfusion, compli-
cations; Infectious disorders: Main findings, preven-
tion. Common diagnosed infections from Gram +ve
and Gram -ve bacteria, viruses, Fungi, histoplasmosis,
leishmaniasis, hospital infections of low resistance
patients, sexually transmitted infections, HIV (AIDS)
syndrome; Urinary system: main signs and symptoms,
findings in urine, clinical manifestations of uraemia,
acute and chronic renal failure, glomerulonephritis,
nephritis, nephritic syndrome, artificial haemocathar-
sis, nephrolithiasis, urinary tract infections, congenital
anomalies, kidney transplantations; Nervous system:
cerebrovascular accidents, meningitis, encephalitis,
epilepsy, coma, headache, vertigo, neuritis. Clinical
practice: Physical examination. Clinical procedures.
Diagnostic and therapeutic management. Technical
procedures. Medical history. Physical examination and
records. Treatment chart. Venesections and intra-
venous procedures. Nursing care for: Catheterisation
of the urinary bladder, abdominal paracentisis, chest
aspiration, liver needle puncture, lumbar puncture,
placement of Rhyle’s tube, endoscopies of the diges-
tive tract, electrocardiogram, etc. See “Clinical
Placement II”. (Prerequisite: NUR 205)
NUR 208: General Surgery, ECTS: 6
Introduction to surgery; Historical development;
Recording of the medical history: Clinical examination
of the surgical patient; Clinical examination of the nose,
ears, pharynx, larynx; Clinical examination of the head
and neck; Clinical examination of the thorax-heart-ves-
sels; Clinical examination of the breasts; Clinical exam-
ination of the abdomen; Water-electrolytes; Acid-base
balance; Disorders in nourishment and artificial feed-
ing; Shock-syndrome of multi-organic failure;
Physiology and pathology of healing; Surgical infec-
tions; Post operative complications. Clinical Practice:
Familiarization of students with the daily activities of the
surgical clinic; Visits to the wards; Visits to the operat-
ing room; Visits to the ICU; Practice in recording of the
medical history; Practice in clinical examination;
Classification of Para clinical examinations; Diagnostic
methodology; Pre-operative preparation; Post opera-
tive observation of various serious conditions. See
“Clinical Placement II”. (Prerequisites: NUR 106, NUR
110)
NUR 209: Health Education, ECTS: 5
Changing health behaviours; Assessing individual and
group health education needs; The educational
process; Identification of needs; Educational objec-
tives; Learning strategies; Learning activities; Teaching
strategies; Evaluation process; Planning for an educa-
tional session: Choice of subject; Definition of learning
objectives; Define contents; Design methods and T.L.
materials; Design of evaluation tools. Clinical teaching:
Design, implementation and evaluation of a small
scale health education session for individuals or
groups in outpatient clinics, schools and workplace of
health centres.
NUR 210: Social and Health Legislation, ECTS: 4
Concepts and principles of environmental health;
Organization of PHC; Aspects of environmental health:
Water supply; Sewage disposal; Housing facilities;
Refuse collection and disposal; Food supply; Pest
control; Atmospheric pollution control; School sys-
tems; Work places; National legislation and involve-
role of the nurse in promoting environment health. Field
visits and active participation at available projects.
NUR 211: Psychology, ECTS: 5
Development of personality: Human personality-basic
concepts; Freudian School; Post Freudian School;
Environmental School; Coping and personality.
Developmental stages: The Child; Pre-puberty;
Puberty; Nuptial; Reproductive; Menopause; Old age –
widowhood. Emotional needs during the developmen-
tal stages.
Clinical Practice II (Drug Administration)
Offers opportunities to practice nursing procedures
covered in courses NUR 207 and NUR 208. Placement
to: Medical units; Surgical units; Intensive care units;
Drug administration assessment. (Prerequisites: NUR
207, NUR 208)
NUR 301: Paediatrics, ECTS: 5
Paediatric medical history and physical examination/
Nutrition and nourishment; The newborn (care, dis-
eases); Infectious diseases/ active and passive immu-
nization; Respiratory system, digestive system, circula-
tory system, urinary and reproductive system; Metabolic
diseases/ blood diseases; Neoplasms, Rheumatoid dis-
orders of childhood; Neurovascular disorders and
orthopaedic anomalies; Allergy and paediatric dermatol-
ogy; Paedosurgical problems; Clinical Practice:
Premature newborn up to the age of adolescence; the
recognition of the basic characteristics of the normal,
the disease and its care; recording the medical history
and the examination of the patient. Physiology and
pathophysiology of paediatric diseases.
NUR 302: Nursing I – General and Specialized
Medicine, ECTS: 6
Primary: Healthy lifestyles and health promotion; The
nurses’ role in three levels of prevention. Secondary:
assessment and nursing management of patients with:
Altered levels of consciousness; Fluid electrolyte
imbalance; Disturbances of respiratory function;
Disturbances of Cardio-vascular function; Blood and
peripheral vascular dysfunctions, Stress, Pain,
Anorexia, Alteration of sleep, Ischaemia and hypoxia,
Immobility, Gastrointestinal dysfunction,
Musculoskeletal dysfunction, Renal malfunction,
Neurological malfunction, Sensory deprivation,
Neoplasm and cell disorders, Skin disease and burns.
Tertiary: maintenance and adaptive care. Clinical
teaching: Clinical experience in Medical Units.
(Prerequisites: NUR 201, NUR 207)
NUR 303: Specialized Surgery, ECTS: 5
Surgery of the female reproductive organs; Benign
conditions of the breast; Malignant conditions of the
breast; Benign and malignant conditions of the
oesophagus; Benign and malignant conditions of the
stomach and duodenum; Benign and malignant condi-
tions of the colon; Acute abdomen; Severe haemor-
rhage of the digestive system; Cholelithiasis – obstruc-
tive jaundice; Surgery of the urinary system; Hernia;
Laparo-endoscopic surgery; Conditions of the liver
and pancreas; Conditions of the rectum; Preoperative
preparation; Post operative observations.
(Prerequisite: NUR 208)
NUR 304: Nursing II – General and Specialist
Surgery, ECTS: 6
Pre and post operative care. Post operative complica-
tions. Organisation and management of the operating
theatre. Ligations and stitches. Ulcers. Burns. Palliative
care. Assessment and management of symptoms.
Encouragement and communication. Alternative treat-
ments. Gaining of skills in the treatment of the operat-
ed patient. The patient in the terminal stage of illness.
Breast – Self examination. Differential diagnosis:
Benign or malignancy. Prevention of side effects.
Chemotherapy – Radiotherapy – phototherapy (incl.
Laser therapy). Prevention of side effects as dizziness
or vomiting at or after therapy sessions. Emergencies
– Management of cases. Trauma. Pain; Acute or
chronic; Consulting at home. Teaching patients with
cancer/ positive reinforcement. Drugs. Special pre-
operative management. Home nursing pre or post sur-
gery period. Multi cultural societies, nursing and health
services. Clinical teaching; Surgical wards; Oncology
unit; Operating theatre; Sterilisation unit; Out patient
clinics; Accident and emergency unit; Participation in
the pre and post operative management of the patient.
(Prerequisites: NUR 110, NUR 201)
NUR 305: Nature and Ethics of the Profession,
ECTS: 4
The discipline of Ethics: Traditional, theories, principles
of ethics. Ethical concepts of nursing practice:
Advocacy; Accountability/Responsibility; Co-opera-
tion; Caring. Application in nursing practice: Nurses
and people; Nurses and practice. Role of the Nursing
Association. Codes for Nurses. Nursing theory:
process; Educational objectives; Learning strategies;
Teaching strategies; Teaching methods; Planning for
an educational session; Evaluation process;
Undertake teaching practice on specific topics. Clinical
teaching: Design, implementation and evaluation of a
small scale health education session.
NUR 307: Nursing III – Child Care and
Paediatrics, ECTS: 6
Primary: Principles of paediatric care. Care of healthy
infants and children: Growth and developmental
stages; Assessment and measurement; Immunization;
School health. Secondary: Care of the hospitalised
infant and child; Physical needs; Emotional needs;
Social needs. Care of infants/children with common
paediatric problems: Neoplasms and leukaemias;
Hydration problems; Nutrition problems; Urinary prob-
lems; Parasitic problems; Infectious problems;
Respiratory and Cardiac problems; Skin problems and
burns. Care of infants/children with common paedi-
atric surgical problems: Congenital anomalies;
Paediatric emergencies; Pre and post-operative care.
Tertiary: Care of the child with chronic illnesses and
handicap. Clinical teaching: Care of healthy and sick
children and their families. Clinical Practice: See
“Clinical Placement III”.
NUR 308: Nursing IV – Maternity Care, ECTS: 6
Anatomy and Physiology of pregnancy. Foetal growth
and development. Normal labour and delivery.
Abnormalities in labour and delivery. Antenatal, perina-
tal and post-natal management. Management and
care of women with common gynaecological condi-
tions. Diagnostic evaluation of the female reproductive
system. Nursing care during: Normal pregnancy
delivery and puerpurium; Abnormalities; Inflammatory
and infectious problems; Displacement and injuries to
the reproductive system; Neoplasms; Family planning
and infertility. Initial assessment of the newborn and
care. Clinical teaching: Pertinent to this subject.
Clinical practice: See “Clinical Placement III”.
NUR 309: Psychiatry, ECTS: 4
Organic disorders, schizophrenia, other psychotic dis-
orders, neurosis, personality disorders and dependen-
cy conditions. Differential diagnosis; Therapeutic
approaches; Psychiatry: Communal Psychiatry,
Community Psychiatric Center, Communal Psychiatric
Health; Clinical therapeutic subjects in the Communal
Psychiatric practice, the social supportive systems,
steps of psychosocial rehabilitation; Observation of
clinical psychiatric cases in psychiatric clinics and psy-
chiatric health centers; In vivo presentation of the clinic
and the diagnostic approach; Therapeutic approaches.
Clinical practice: See “Clinical Placement III”.
NUR 310: Emergency Medicine and Nursing,
ECTS: 5
Concepts and principles of emergency care: Role of
individual members of the health team; Priority setting;
Organization and management of the unit. Concepts
of intensive care. Role of individual members of the
health care team: Principles of care; Management of
care; Types of patients and their needs. Biomedical
instrumentation: Types of equipment used;
Maintenance; Protection from hazards; Teaching of
patients. Clinical teaching: Applications of theoretical
knowledge in clinical settings. (Prerequisite: NUR 302)
NUR 311: Community Nursing II, ECTS: 5
Organization of Primary Health Care Services;
Definition and objectives of community care; Methods
of organization and function, in Europe and the rest of
the world; In Cyprus; Analysis of the role of the com-
munity Nurse in Health centres, the family, places of
work, recreation and athletics; Old aged, persons with
special needs and low defence groups in all ages;
Nursing and Nursing care at home; The Role of the
Nurse in Health education and Health Promotion;
Organization of health education programs for preven-
tion in all sections and groups of the community; The
Nurse and the environment; Environmental health
research in the community; The role of Nurse in the
hygiene of homes, education and work of the citizens.
NUR 312: Home Nursing, ECTS: 4
Scope of community nursing. Preventive aspects and
health promotion activities. Nursing functions in pri-
mary, secondary and tertiary prevention. Family nurs-
ing care. Home nursing care: Patients with special
needs: Diabetes; Cancer; Aids; Psychological distur-
bances. Clinical teaching: Pertinent to this subject.
Clinical practice: See “Clinical Placement III”.
(Prerequisite: NUR 206)
Clinical Practice III (Total patient care): ECTS: NC
Offers opportunities to practice nursing procedures
covered in courses NUR 307, NUR 308, NUR 309 and
NUR 312. Allocation of students to: Paediatric Units;
Maternity Units; Psychiatric Units; Home Nursing;
Description of Courses
Rural health centers; School health centers; Infant and
welfare clinics; Welfare services. (Prerequisites: NUR
307, NUR 308, NUR 309, NUR 312)
NUR 401: Nursing V – Care of the Old and
Geriatrics, ECTS: 5
Primary: Concepts and needs of old age; Principles of
care and management; Preventive aspects.
Secondary: assessment and management of old peo-
ple with disabilities. Assessment and care of older
individuals with: Sensory deprivation; Changes of
body image; Immobility; Urinary problems;
Neurological problems; Cardio-vascular problems;
Orthopaedic and joint problems. Tertiary:
Maintenance Care. Clinical teaching: Pertinent to this
subject. Clinical practice: See“Clinical Placement IV”.
NUR 402: Nursing VI – Mental Health and
Psychiatry, ECTS: 5
Primary: Major theories in mental health;
Psychopathology of mental health disorders; Impact
of mental health disorders. Secondary: Therapeutic
and nursing management. Tertiary: Institutionalized
patients and therapeutic management. Clinical teach-
ing: Practice in Hospitals, Community and day care
centres. (Prerequisite: NUR 309)
NUR 403: Intensive Care Medicine and Nursing,
ECTS: 4
Patho-physiological and psychological mechanisms
and therapeutic roles of the nurse. Organization in
Intensive Care Units (ICU). Principles for continuous
monitoring of the severely sufferer: continuous moni-
toring of the cardiovascular, haemodynamic, respira-
tory, lumbar and neurological functions; Clinical
examination and articulation and re-evaluation of the
diagnosis; X-ray diagnosis at ICU. Methods of respira-
tory support and nursing interventions. Injuries to the
central nervous system, neurosurgical problems-
Study of Clinical Case with Central Nervous System
injury; Respiratory disorders. Study of Clinical Case
(Acute Respiratory Difficulty, VIP); Burns and respira-
tory disorders. Study of Clinical Case (Burn-Traumas);
Cardiovascular disorders, cardio surgical problems,
blood pressure and heart function support. Study of
Clinical Case (Cardiovascular Disorders); Gastro
intestinal and urinary system. Study of Clinical Case
5 (Pancreatitis, Peritonitis, ONA); Immune and
endocrine disorders; Multi organ disorders. Special
topics of infections in the ICU. Study of Clinical Case
6 (Coagulation Disorders, Multi Organ Dysfunctions,
HIV); Bedside behaviour in the ICU and communica-
tion. Laboratory: Laboratory/seminar exercises, pro-
jection of video with clinical cases of intensive and
emergency treatment. Clinical teaching: Clinical
teaching in ICUs and evaluation and clinical care of
the severely ill. The nursing diagnostic system
NANDA. Clinical practice: See “Clinical Placement IV”,
(Prerequisite: NUR 310)
NUR 407: Hospital Acquired Infections, ECTS: 4
Introduction to Hospital acquired infections; Areas of
high risk – operating theatres, intensive care units,
paediatric units; The value of the Infection Control
Committee; Records of hospital infections; Education
of hospital staff on modes of transmission, prevention,
antibiotics; Prevention and control measures; Vital
statistics. Clinical teaching: Pertinent to this subject.
(Prerequisites: NUR 107)
NUR 408: Administration of Nursing Services,
ECTS: 5
General concepts and principles of administration;
Principles of Nursing management; Development of
management theories; International theoretical man-
agement frame of Nursing Services; Organisational
systems and management of Nursing service;
Programming in Nursing management; Organization
of Nursing services – methods, communication – eval-
uation – control in Nursing management; Staff devel-
opment, continuous education, systems of work,
teaching, decision taking in nursing management;
Concepts of planning: allocation, philosophy, aims
and management plans; Staffing and programming;
Management of human resources; Basic knowledge
on estimates budgeting; Decision taking and problem
solving; Decentralisation and participation process;
Leadership; Motivation; Communication; Resolution
of conflicts; Quality management; Performance evalu-
ation; Recompense based on production. Clinical
teaching: Pertinent to this subject. Clinical Practice:
See “Clinical Placement V”. (Prerequisite: NUR 102)
NUR 409: Research Project, ECTS: 8
This subject offers the opportunity to nurses to
acquaint themselves on the methods used for project
development and to gain experience in project pres-
entation. (Prerequisite: NUR 405)
NUR 410: Communication and Administration
(Management Assessment of a Nursing Unit),
ECTS: 5
Oral communication; Written communication; Report
writing; Preparation and presentation of case studies;
Communication with individuals, patients and co-
workers. Assessment of a Nursing Unit. Clinical teach-
ing: Pertinent to this subject. Clinical Practice: See
“Clinical Placement V”. (Prerequisites: NUR 102)
Clinical Practice V
Offers opportunities to have an overall understanding
of all disciplines involved in the health care, based on
the overall knowledge and skills gained. Practice nurs-
ing procedures covered in courses NUR 408 and NUR
410. Allocation to hospital units for management
experience with guidance and supervision.
(Prerequisites: NUR 408, NUR 410)

NUR 404: Counselling, ECTS: 4

Assessing individual and group needs. The coun-
selling process. Methods used. Planning sessions:
Choice of subject; Definition of objectives; Definition
of contents; Confidentiality promotion; Design of eval-
uation tools; Design, implementation and evaluation
of a counselling session.

NUR 405: Research Methodology, ECTS: 4

Research and Problem solving. Research methodol-
ogy: Ethical issues; Theory, hypothesis, concepts
and terms; Steps, research proposal; Sampling;
Design (descriptive, experimental, Quasi-experimental
survey, documentary). Methods / Instrumentation:
Obser-vation; Internet use; Questionnaire; Interview.
Measurement: Validity, reliability. Laboratory:
Presentation of research studies. Clinical teaching -
Research: Small-scale research.

Clinical Practice IV
Offers opportunities to become familiar with care of
the old and Geriatrics and management of severely ill
patients and practice knowledge gained from courses
NUR 401, NUR 403. Allocation to: Geriatric Units;
Intensive and emergency care units. Total patient care
assessment. (Prerequisites: NUR 401, NUR 403)

NUR 406: Legal Aspects of Nursing, ECTS: 4

Relevant legislation controlling bodies and their func-
tion; Legal aspects of nursing and professional prac-
tice; Code of Professional Conduct; Patient consent
and patients rights; Registration; Documentation of
care; Standards of education and practice; Role of
professional organisations; Role of Unions.
Interschool Program of Study
“MSc in Health Management”
Coordinator
Polizos Nicolaos - Associate Professor

Deputy Coordinator
Charalambous Yiorgos – Assistant Professor

Teaching Staff
The Program is supported by Faculty
from the School of Economic Sciences and
Administration and the School of Health Sciences

Visiting Teaching Staff

Doumoulakis George
Gelastopoulou Eleni
Lopatatzidis Athanasios
Moraitis Evangelos
Zilidis Christos
Master of Science in Health Management
3 Terms Full–Time, European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System, ECTS

Aims:
The MSc Program in Health Management is designed to prepare the next generation of senior managers and leaders in the Health Sector for a
successful career as well as for further study at the doctoral level. The emphasis is on health management methods and practices in an interna-
tional and local setting and the program draws on an emerging body of knowledge and evidence to allow comparisons across different health
systems in different countries.

The challenges that health systems face today envisage restructured modes of the health care delivery system with planning and management
taking the lead in maintaining and improving public health. This policy agenda emphasises strongly the need for good leadership, and within that
requires the development of the appropriate personnel equipped with a vision of and skills in management, adjusted to the needs of delivery of
public health services for the 21st century. This new program is designed to assist the achievement of that aim. It builds on the research and
teaching strengths so as to ensure that graduates will be able to improve the operation and efficiency of health services on the basis of a sound
understanding of theories and practices of management and public health.

This program aims to provide a multidisciplinary, critically analytical and practice-based approach to the main challenges and issues in health
management, planning and policy which the providers of health and health-related services in Cyprus face today.

The program is suitable for all health professionals: medical, nursing, administration planners and managers, working in or having responsibility
for the management of health care services and units in state, institutional or community settings.

Objectives:
The program aims to achieving the following objectives:

- To provide graduates with a sound understanding of complex health systems across the world focusing on the European and Hellenic / Cypriot
health care system
- To develop sector-specific management knowledge together with the technical and managerial skills to successfully pursue a career in the
health sector
- To support the development of the next generation of senior managers and leaders in the Hellenic/ Cypriot health sector
- To support the development of a skill set to manage health entrepreneurship, innovation and change
- To enable students to acquire critical appraisal skills for evidence based decision-making

Mode of Study and Duration

The mode of study is the credit accumulation system. The duration of the program is three terms full-time.

Program Structure and Definition

The structure of the Master of Science in Health Management is based on the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS). The Program requires the
completion of 90 ECTS credits and comprises of required courses. Students must complete ALL courses and obtain 90 ECTS. The distribution of
Program subjects can be seen in the table, where all subjects are listed.

The Program has been conditionally approved by the Evaluation Committee of Private Universities (ECPU).
The program requires the completion of 90 ECTS credits and com-
prises of required courses and a dissertation
ECTS
Required Courses 70
Dissertation 20
TOTAL 90

Required Courses ECTS Hours

MHM501 Health Systems and Health Policy
(and the Hellenic / Cypriot Health System) 4 2
MHM502 Introduction to Management and
Management of Health Services 6 3
MHM503 Human Resources Management in
Health Organisations 5 3
MHM504 Marketing in Health Systems and Services 5 3
MHM505 Public Health and Management of
Public Health Services 6 3
MHM506 Evaluation of Health Systems, Services
and Public Health Programs 4 2
MHM507 Health Quality Management 5 3
MHM508 Operational Management and Logistics 5 3
MHM509 Health Economics: The Economics of
Public and Private Health Sector and
Pharmaceutical Care 5 3
MHM510 Social and Behavioural Aspects of
Health Management 5 2
MHM511 Financial and Economic Management of
Public and Private Health Services 4 3
MHM512 Health Law and Ethical Issues 6 2
MHM513 Health Information Systems 6 3
MHM514 Research Methodology 4 3
MHM515 Dissertation 20
Description of Courses
MHM501: Health Systems and Health Policy (and
the Hellenic / Cypriot National Health System),
ECTS 4
This course is designed to familiarize students with
some of the basic concepts of the organization of the
Health Care System. More specifically, the structure of
the Delivery and Financing of the systems will be
described: the dynamics of the health care system
and the interaction of providers (hospitals, physicians,
etc), patients, and sources of health care financing
(taxation and social and private health insurance etc).
Definitions of health and illness, as well as the histori-
cal context for developments of our health care sys-
tem are discussed and debated. The course con-
cludes with a discussion on trends that could impact
the health care system in the future. The historical
development of the health care system will be illustrat-
ed. Management issues and options related to deliv-
ery, financing, quality, efficiency and access to health
care services will be explained within the perspective
of Health Policy. Reference will be made to different
“models of Health Care Systems (USA and Europe)”
with specific analysis of the Health Care System in
Cyprus and its new developments, as well as an
insight to the Greek National System.
MHM502: Introduction to Management and
Management of Health Services, ECTS 6
This course will start with an introduction of the gener-
al management principals and draw upon perspec-
tives developed in the field of management theory and
organizational behaviour. The aim is to examine man-
agement and leadership topics within the unique con-
text of health services organizations. The Health
Services Management course will demonstrate the
variety and complexity of the manager’s role in guid-
ing complex health services organizations, including
issues related to motivation, work design, and job sat-
isfaction. Students will acquire the knowledge and
skills needed to understand and effectively manage
individuals and groups within health services organi-
zations.
MHM503: Human Resources Management in
Health Organisations, ECTS 5
This course subject introduces the domain of Human
Resources Management and it describes the devel-
opment of Human Resources in the health sector. In
subsequence it analyzes the processes of
Programming and Planning of human resources
emphasizing on the prediction of needs and the
analysis and description of duties. What follows
through is the procedure of employees' recruitment
with a particular reference on recruitment methodolo-
gy. Furthermore, there is reference to the evaluation of
personnel performance and following this reference,
there is a motivation theories’ presentation, the types
of motives and the motives policy of human capital of
health care organizations. In the framework of human
resources development, training and education are
analyzed with a specific reference on planning, on
methodology and on training venues. Finally, there is
a reference on health and safety of health care organ-
izations staff.
MHM504: Marketing in Health Systems and
Services, ECTS 5
The aim of the course is to introduce students to the
key marketing concepts and to develop participants
understanding of the principles of marketing analysis
in the specific domain of the delivery of health care
services. The course will foster a deeper understand-
ing of the factors that influence health and well-being,
through an analysis of economic, social insurance,
medical, legal and public health issues and relate
them to marketing practices and policies. Concepts
and terms such as prices, competition, promotion,
product quality and others will be interpreted and
ways of usage in health care and health care organi-
sation will be suggested. The course will review and
evaluate current developments in health marketing as
related to social issues such as marketing ethics, cor-
porate social responsibility, consumerism, and gov-
ernmental policy. The aim is to enrich and build partic-
ipants’ knowledge as a base for a successful career in
the health industry or the public services or for further
research study.
MHM505: Public Health and Management of
Public Health Services, ECTS 6
The course will provide knowledge which contributes
to answer the two basic questions: What is Public
Health and what is the Management of Public Health
Services and Prorams. Towards these the course will
deal with the factors which determine health and
health state of the population, describe the epidemio-
logical domain and reality, give the methodology of
health promotion and prevention prorams, describe
the structure and functioning of public health services
and analyse the principles and methods of organiza-
tion and management of public health services. The
course will explain also the approaches in planning,
managing and evaluating public health prorams in the
field of prevention and hygiene protection.
MHM506: Evaluation of Health Systems, Services
and Public Health Programs, ECTS 4
Evaluation and measurement of performance of a
health system and health care services is an invalu-
able tool in currying out effective management of serv-
ices and introducing corrective actions and new
health policies. The aim of the course is to introduce
students to principles, criteria and methods of per-
formance measurement in health care: quality and
appropriateness of care, patient outcomes, respon-
siveness and patient satisfaction, efficiency and pro-
ductivity and other. Issues of evaluating health pro-
rams in Primary Health Care such as prevention pro-
rams (screening, health promotion, hygiene and pub-
lic health protection, vaccination, etc) will be covered
with reference also to case studies.
MHM507: Health Quality Management, ECTS 5
The issue of quality has gradually acquired a top
placement in nearly all health organizations of both
the public and the private sector. Health managers are
confronted with the task to apply certain quality pat-
terns and international standards. The course pro-
vides to students the necessary skills to confront the
above challenges. In this framework, the course
reviews the rules and applications of quality manage-
ment in the health sector and it analyses the relevant
regulations and processes. It also focuses on, exam-
ines the current EU and national rules, directives and
regulations and their applications in the national
health system. In addition, it provides and equips stu-
dents with the necessary methodological, practical
and theoretical tools which exist in Health Quality
Management: quality assurance, auditing, Total
Quality Management (TQM) and other methods devel-
oped and used today.
MHM508: Operational Management and
Logistics, ECTS 5
The course provides students with an in-depth under-
standing of the complexities of managing operations
and supply chains in the health sector. The emphasis
of the course is a critical evaluation of the principal
Processes in the provision of health care services:
medical care, public health etc. A thorough introduc-
tion to some basic Methods and Techniques in the
management of health care units and process will be
made. The principal focus is on the health public sec-
tor, the course, however, will also examine these
processes in the context of the private health sector.
MHM509: Health Economics: The Economics of
Public and Private Health Sector and
Pharmaceutical Care, ECTS 5
The aim of this course is to introduce students to the
concepts and tools of economics as applied to health
care sector: public and private. The subjects to be
covered will be extended to the basic principles of
economics: supply and demand, resources alloca-
tions, consumption and consumer preference and
other. The health care insurance market will be criti-
cally examined and an analysis of the health expendi-
ture: public and private, will be presented. Issues also
of cost containment, incentives and ways of payment
will be covered. Special treatment will be given to the
subject of economics of pharmaceutical care: expen-
diture, prices, regulation policies, cost containment
policies, etc.
MHM510: Social and Behavioural Aspects of
Health Management, ECTS 5
This course is designed to familiarize students with
some of the basic concepts and ideas concerning the
Social and Behavioural Aspects of Health
Management. It provides a view to equip students with
an advanced understanding and critical appreciation
of the conceptual models that underpin the human
communication process, the complex nature of health
psychology, the phenomena of conflict etc. Cases
studies of health psychology and its sociological per-
spectives are examined in depth in order to under-
stand the impact and importance of behaviour
aspects in health management.
MHM511: Financial and Economic Management
of Public and Private Health Services, ECTS 4
The course aims to deepen your understanding of the
strategic management of health organisations. The
course builds on the core Health Management course
and adopts the point of view of the executive team
and considers the entire health system as a single
entity. The course also enables students to review and
apply various theoretical principles associated with
strategic analysis. The Course covers the following
parts: Hospital Management, Costs for Control,
Budgeting and Planning Control, Accounting
Systems, Performance Measurement, Working
Capital Management, Cash Flow and Flow of Funds,
Investment Appraisal Methods, Sources of Finance,
Hospital Finance and Governance.
MHM512: Health Law and Ethical Issues, ECTS 6
The course will give and describe the legal framework
within which functions the delivery of health care. An
emphasis will be given to identifying the principles that
guide ethical decision making in health and clinical
practice, present an overview of a malpractice law-
suit, elements of healthcare negligence, record-keep-
ing and patient liability and other relevant issues. The
course will also illustrate extent and development of
Patients Rights with reference to real case studies.
MHM513: Health Information Systems, ECTS 6
This course in view of the extended applications of
computer information systems in health services pro-
vides a managerial perspective to managing informa-
tion systems in the health sector. It also examines the
role and contribution of information systems to organ-
isational health strategy. The course also develops the
understanding of the development and implementa-
tion of information systems and focuses on: The
Essence of Information Systems, Strategic Information
Systems, Information Systems Initiation and
Development. The areas and services in the public
and private health sector where computerized infor-
mation systems can be developed and the value and
use of these systems in improving the efficiency of
health services will be explained through also practical
case studies.
MHM514: Research Methodology, ECTS 4
This course will provide to students the necessary
skills in order to be able to carry out measurement and
investigation analysis and research work in their field
of activity. The course will start with an in-depth under-
standing of key principles of research design and
strategy in health management areas and public
health and epidemiology, including the process of for-
mulating research problems. The course will continue
to develop the methods and techniques of research
methodology: survey design and survey question-
naire, sampling, handling and analyzing data (trough
statistical methods e.g. PSS), reporting and dissemi-
nating results etc. A course in health management
requires also knowledge of the nature, scope and
relationships between quantitative and qualitative
research methods and their appropriate selection and
use.
MHM515: Dissertation, ECTS 20
The MSc Proram culminates in a 15,000 word disser-
tation (double course) under academic supervision
which provides an opportunity for students to investi-
gate in greater detail a subject that have already stud-
ied as part of their MSc proram. Students will be
expected to deal with their chosen topic in a compe-
tent and scholarly manner, and to display critical dis-
crimination and a sense of proportion in evaluating
evidence and use of bibliography. The investigation of
the chosen subject will be usually an empirical study
and an analysis of the data following the appropriate
research methodology- except in the cases where it is
agreed a dissertation to take the form and cover an
analytical review of a health management area or
problem.
School of Greek Language

The School of Greek Language commenced its operation in 2009 and offers courses of Modern Greek Language and Civilization to foreign and
local students in three different stages. The School aims at the acquirement of oral and written fluency in the Greek Language and the acquain-
tance of students with the civilization of Cyprus and Greece and the tradition and customs of the Cypriots and the Greeks.

Stages:
Stage 1- Elementary (for students with no or very little knowledge of the Greek Language) – 15 hours weekly
Stage 2- Intermediate (for students with some knowledge of the Greek Language)- 15 hours weekly
Stage 3 - Advanced (for students with considerable knowledge of the Greek Language)- 9 hours weekly

Certificate of Attainment in Greek Language

In addition, Frederick University has been validated and authorized by the Centre for the Greek Language which is supervised by the Ministry of
Education and Religious Affairs of Greece as an Examination Centre for the Certificate of Attainment in Greek Language. The examination
procedures fall under the responsibility of the Centre for the Greek Language.

Coordinator
Hadjipanayiotidou Anna

The Frederick Language Center

The Frederick Language Center supports the teaching of languages in the various faculties of the University. It offers the opportunity to all student
population to learn and improve their knowledge of foreign languages. The courses offered might be either compulsory or elective. The center
offers courses in languages of the highest quality, informed by the results of the best research and taught by instructors of eminence in the field.
The center aims at improving the students’ communicative activities in the foreign language both socially and academically. Data collection
through the Internet and other academic resources as well as synthesis of authentic texts in a foreign language are among the aims of the center.
The acquisition of the foreign language involves the development of all aspects of the language – reading, writing, listening and speaking. This is
achieved through the use of specific textbooks, selection of authentic material from magazines, newspapers, journals, etc, and the students’ train-
ing in the language laboratory of the University. The center provides teaching, practice, and all required means needed for the development of stu-
dents’ communicative skills. In the cases where the language courses are compulsory, it is essential that the students satisfy all course requirements.
At present, the center offers different levels of courses in English and two levels in the French and German languages. Some of the above courses
are offered as electives to undergraduate students.

English Language Courses Coordinator

The main aim of the program is to provide the student population with Hadjittofi Maria
the opportunity to improve and further develop their knowledge of the
English language. Teaching Staff
Sarri Anna, Angastiniotou Irini, Constantinou Therapoula,
The program is designed to enable students to use the language effec- Papatheocharous Sofia, Pofaidou Irini, Constanta Vivian, Parperi Anna,
tively in both social and academic environments. It offers courses to Kourieos Stella, Evripidou Dimitris, Antoniades Theodoros, Alexandrou
cover a wide spectrum of knowledge in the language. The courses pro- Evros, Christis Charakis.
vided are of different levels, thus satisfying all students’ communicative
needs. Upon admission, all students are required to take a placement
test and are placed into levels based on their placement test scores. In
all courses, students are provided with the opportunity to develop the
required skills needed for effective and more advanced communication.
In particular, special emphasis is given on improving students’ skills to
collect data through the Internet and other academic resources, to syn-
thesise authentic texts and generally produce work of high quality in
English.
AENG099 Intensive English
This 4-week academic program provides 10 periods of classroom
instruction per week for students who need to significantly improve their
English before enrolling in the university. The program is designed for
students who desire to improve their English language skills so as to be
able to communicate effectively both socially and academically in their
program of study. It includes instruction in grammar, speaking, listening,
reading, writing, vocabulary development, and pronunciation. The stu-
dents are placed into levels based on their placement test scores.
AENG101/ENG101 Basic English
The main aim of the course is to develop the students’ ability to compre-
hend and analyse oral and written language and improve their skill to
communicate thought and express themselves clearly and accurately at
basic level. It involves an intensive study of the language including major
aspects of grammar and syntax. On completion of the course, students
should be capable of using the language confidently at basic level.
AENG102 / ENG102 Intermediate English
The main aim of the course is to further improve students’ ability to com-
municate effectively in English. The course aims at providing the stu-
dents with a further study on the language structure, vocabulary develop-
ment, comprehension and basic writing skills leading them from the
paragraph writing stage to the development of an essay. Extensive prac-
tice aims at improving students’ speaking, listening, reading and writing
skills. On completion of the course, students are expected to develop the
ability to be original and creative in expression, producing original texts
and communicating effectively both orally and in writing at intermediate
level. Prerequisite: AENG 101
ABCO Business Communication 2
The primary objective of this course is to facilitate students to understand
and paraphrase vocabulary and phrases relating to academic approaches
to business. Students are prepared to apply the English language
enhanced by this new vocabulary in simulated business-related conversa-
tions. This course enables students to understand the key elements of the
different business disciplines and write their own essays showing that lan-
guage has reached a sufficient level.
ARRW 101 Business Research and Report Writing 1
The main aims of the course are to develop students’ ability to under-
stand the need for, and methods to search for, extract and synthesize
information in a particular subject area. Students are asked to write tech-
nical reports and academic papers to professional and academic stan-
dards and are expected to obtain information from a variety of sources.
During the course, it is also essential for students to evaluate information
sources and to synthesize information in focused ways in order to devel-
op and support arguments.
ARRW 102 Business Research and Report Writing 2
This course is designed to further improve students’ ability to search for,
extract and synthesize information. Students are asked to write technical
reports, academic papers and research proposals and are expected to
use more advanced methods of obtaining information. Attention is also
given to evaluating data and information. During the course, the students
should also be able to identify and respond accordingly to the specific
requirements of different projects. On completion of the course, students
should be capable of generating ideas for proposal, for academic
research and for professional investigation.

AENG213 / ENG213 English Composition

The main aim of the course is to develop the students’ writing and oral
skills on a mature level, and provide guidelines on various pieces of writ-
ing such as essays, letters and curriculum vitae. Students are asked to
apply and practise all language skills in oral and written tasks achieving
accurate and advanced communication as well as analyze authentic
texts and justify their opinion with accuracy and precision. Developing
and establishing opinions, synthesizing texts and ideas and expressing
authentic thought with clarity are among the main objectives of the
course. Prerequisite: AENG 102
AENG214 / ENG214 Advanced Writing
This course is designed to develop students’ fluency in the oral and writ-
ten word. The students are expected to improve their oral skills through
debates and active participation in pair, group and research work.
Attention is given on writing reports, projects and memoranda. Analyzing
and understanding information in both familiar and unfamiliar context and
interpreting complex discourse are also skills to be developed. During
the course, it is also essential for students to synthesize advanced written
word and present it either orally or in writing in a logical and fluent man-
ner. Prerequisite: AENG 102
ABCO101 Business Communication 1
The course is designed to enable students to understand well enough and
paraphrase basic business vocabulary in English. Students are prepared to
apply the English language, enhanced by this new vocabulary in simulated
business-related conversations. Students are also expected to identify
ways of improving business communication through the use of clear lan-
guage. During this course students are encouraged to create their own
dialogues to illustrate ways in which different business problems can be
avoided.
General Elective, Mathematics and Physics Courses Descriptions
General Elective Courses Descriptions
These courses aim to introduce Greek and Cypriot students to Modern Greek
Literature and History of Cyprus. Elective courses of Greek language and History
of Cyprus are also offered for foreign students.
AEGL111 Modern Greek Literature, ECTS: 2
The course includes representative works of Greek literature and poetry. By
attending this course students will be introduced to the work of some important
Greek authors and to the basic characteristics of their writing style. Extracts of
texts or poems from the work of the following authors are analysed: Konstantinos
Kavafis, Antonis Samarakis, Dionysios Solomos, Nikos Gatsos,Giorgos Seferis,
Stratis Tsirkas, Nikos Kavadias, Dimitris Chatzis, Aleksandros Papadiamantis.
AECH111 Cyprus on the 20th century, ECTS: 2
This course examines the relationship between Cyprus, Britain and Turkey (1878-
1914), the political and economic issues (1914-1931), the re-emergence of the
'Cyprus Question' and the struggle for Liberation, the Cypriot Republic (1960-
1974), the Turkish invasion of 1974 and its effects on Cypriot Society, and the
entrance of Cyprus to the European Union.
AEGL101 Introduction to the Greek Language, ECTS: 2
The aim of the course is to provide the students with basic communicative skills
that will prove useful in a great range of everyday situations; to help the students
speak simply and correctly, to develop their listening abilities, and their ability to
write correctly; to entice students’ enthusiasm by showing them that they learn to
speak from the very beginning. On the completion of the course the student will
be able to use the Greek language in everyday dialogues and read and under-
stand simple texts.
AECH 101 Introduction to the History of Cyprus, ECTS: 2
This course aims to introduce foreign students to the history of Cyprus, a small
island that has always played an important role in the history of the
Mediterranean, far exceeding its size. This is mostly caused by its strategic posi-
tion in the Mediterranean Sea. Therefore the island was also subject to many inva-
sions and the culture is a mixture of influences from many worlds. The course
introduces students to Neolithic Age, Chalcolithic Age, Bronze Age, Early Iron
Age, Archaic and Classical Period, Hellenistic period, Roman Period, Byzantine
period, Late Middle Ages, Ottoman period, British period, Republic of Cyprus,
and present period.
Mathematics and Physics Courses Descriptions
AMAT 100: Foundation Mathematics, ECTS: 5
Sets of numbers; Operations with real numbers; Exponents, roots, logarithms,
and their properties; Solution of linear, quadratic, and rational equations; Solution
of exponential and logarithmic equations; Changing the subject of a formula;
Coordinate Geometry, The Equation of a line, Graphs of some standard curves,
The absolute value and its graph; Right Triangle trigonometry, trigonometric
ratios, and trigonometric functions; other pre-calculus topics as needed.
AMAT 111: Calculus I, ECTS: 5
Review of foundation mathematics as needed, Inequalities; Real-valued functions
of one variable: Functions and Operations, Inverse, Trigonometric, Logarithmic
and Exponential Functions and their Properties, Parametric Equations; Limits and
Continuity; Differentiation: The derivative as a function, as a rate of change, and
as the slope of a graph, Techniques of Differentiation, Chain Rule, Derivatives of
Trigonometric, Exponential, and Logarithmic Functions, Higher derivatives, and
Implicit Differentiation; Applications of Differentiation: Increase, Decrease, and
Concavity, Relative Extrema, First and Second Derivative Tests, Curve sketching,
Absolute Minimum and Maximum Values of Functions, Applied Maximum and
Minimum Value Problems; Anti-derivatives and an Introduction to Integration.
AMAT 122: Calculus II, ECTS: 5
The definite and indefinite integrals, the two forms of the fundamental Theorem of
Calculus; Applications of the Definite Integral: Areas between Two Curves, Polar
Coordinates and Areas, Volumes by the methods of Slices and Cylindrical Shells,
and Areas of Surfaces of Revolution; Inverse Trigonometric and Hyperbolic
Functions: Derivatives and integrals; Techniques of Integration: Integration by
substitution and by Parts, Trigonometric Integrals, Reduction Formulae for Sines,
Cosines, Tangents and Secants, Integrating Powers of Sines and Cosines,
Tangents and Secants, integration of rational functions by partial fractions,
Trigonometric Substitutions; Introduction to Double Integrals; Series: Infinite
Series, Power Series, Taylor and MaClaurin Series, Tests of convergence;
Introduction to Partial Derivatives; Introduction to complex variables.
AMAT181: Linear Algebra with MATLAB, ECTS: 5
Vectors and Vector spaces, Matrices, Determinants, Linear Transformations,
Systems of Linear Equations, Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors, Matlab Applications,
Applications of Linear Algebra to Engineering and other problems.
AMAT 204: Ordinary Differential Equations, ECTS: 5
Basic Concepts and Classification of Differential Equations; First Order Ordinary
Differential Equations (ODEs): Separable, Exact, homogeneous, and the
Integrating Factor; Second and nth-Order ODEs: Linear
Homogeneous/Inhomogeneous with constant/non-constant Coefficients, The
methods of Reduction of Order, Undetermined Coefficients, and Variation of
Parameters, Initial Value Problems, The Power Series method; Laplace Transform:
Definition and Properties, Partial Fractions and Inverse Laplace Transform,
Solution of Linear Differential Equations with Constant Coefficients; Applications.
AMAT 223: Calculus III, ECTS: 5
Vectors, Curves, and Surfaces in space; Vector Valued Functions; Functions of
several variables, Partial Differentiation, and optimization; Double and Triple
Integrals; Vector Fields and Line Integrals; Surface Integrals; Green’s, Divergence,
and Stokes’ theorems.
AMAT 300: Probability and Statistics, ECTS: 5
Descriptive Statistics, Basic Probability Concepts, Conditional Probability,
Random Variables, Density and Distribution Functions, Mathematical Expectation,
Mean and Variance. Discrete Distributions: Binomial and Poisson, Continuous
Distributions: Uniform, and Normal, Central Limit Theorem, Approximations for
Discrete Distributions, Confidence Internals, Hypothesis testing, Simple linear
Regression.
AMAT 304: Partial Differential Equations, ECTS: 5
Introduction to Partial Differential Equations (PDEs): Classification, where they
come from, initial and boundary conditions, and Solution of simple PDEs by direct
integration; Solution of First order PDEs and Characteristic Curves; Fourier Series
and Integrals; Solution of Second Order PDEs with the Method of Separation of
Variables; The Heat (including general Sturm-Liouville problems), Wave (including
D’Alembert’s Solution), and Laplace’s Equations. PDEs in one, two, and three
dimensions. Also, in rectangular, polar, cylindrical, and spherical coordinates.
AMAT 314: Numerical Methods, ECTS: 5
Methods for finding roots of equations, Methods of numerical solution of linear
systems of equations, Curve Fitting: Interpolation Methods and Least-Squares
Regression, Numerical integration techniques, Numerical Differentiation,
Numerical Solution of Ordinary Differential Equations, Introduction to numerical
solution of Partial Differential Equations, Applications to engineering problems
using simple routines and Matlab.
APHY 111: Mechanics, Heat and Waves with Laboratory, ECTS: 5
Review: Basic Trigonometry. Scalars and Vectors The SI system of Units.
Kinematics: In one dimension, Projectiles. Dynamics: Newton's Laws, Momentum,
Conservation of Momentum. Collisions. Work and Energy: Work, Kinetic and
Potential Energies, Conservation of Energy. Kinematics of a Rigid Body: Motion
and Rotation about a fixed axis. Dynamics of a Rigid Body: Torque, Work, Energy
in Rotational Motion, Conservation of Angular Momentum. Oscillations: Simple
Harmonic Motion, Kinetic and Potential Energies, Simple Pendulum. Waves:
Pulses and Superposition. Sound: Sound Waves in Air, Speed of Sound, Doppler
Effect. Ideal Gas: Density, Ideal Gas Law, Temperature Scales.
APHY 112: Electromagnetism and Optics with Laboratory, ECTS: 5
Electric charge. Conductors and insulators. Coulomb's Law. Electric field, Electric
field lines. The potential of an electric field. Motion of charged particles in a uni-
form electric field.. Electric flux. The Gauss’ Law and applications. Conductors:
Capacity and electrostatic energy. Condensers: Capacity, electrostatic energy,
Connections of condensers. Dielectrics Electric current, Resistance and Ohm's
law, Connections of resistors. Joule’s Law. Direct current circuits, Kirchhoff's rules.
Magnetic fields. Magnetic field lines. The Biot-Savart Law. Magnetic field near a
long conductor.and inside a solenoid. Ampere’s Law. Magnetic force on current,
Two parallel conductors, Faraday's law of Induction. Optics: Introduction to
Optics. The nature of light. Reflection, refraction and polarization. Geometrical
optics.
Academic Calendar 2009 - 2010

FALL SEMESTER 2009-10 SPRING SEMESTER 2009-10

14-18 September 3-6 February

Registration for old students

21-25 September 3-6 February

Registration for new students

Orientation of new students 21-25 September

Last day of regular registration 25 September 6 February

Classes Begin 28 September 8 February

Deadline for adding a course 12 October

changing majors 22 February

Deadline for dropping a course 19 October 1 March

Deadline for course withdrawal 2 November 15 March

Vacation Periods 24 December – 6 January 26 March – 11 April

End of classes for Fall Semester 8 January 21 May

Exams 13 – 28 January 27 May – 12 June

Public Holidays 1 October 6 January

28 October 15 February (Green Monday)
25 March
1 April
4 April (Easter)
1 May
24 May

SUMMER SESSION 2009

Note: Continuing students in some of the programs may be required to start lessons in the first week of September.
Rector’s Council

Rector Dr Christos G. Athanasopulos

Vice Rector Dr Demetrios Tombaides
Vice Rector Dr George Demosthenous
Director of Administration and Finance Thomas Frederickou

Senate
The Senate consists of:
a) The Rector as President
b) The Vice Rector or Vice Rectors
c) The Deans of the Schools
d) Two representatives of each School elected by the Teaching Research Faculty of the School
e) The Director of Administration and Finance
f) A member of the Special Teaching Staff, elected by the body of the Special Teaching Staff
g) A representative of the students of each School, elected by the students of the School

Senate
Rector
Vice Rectors
Dean of School of Architecture, Fine and Applied Arts
Dean of School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Dean of School of Economic Sciences and Administration
Dean of School of Health Sciences
Dean of School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
Dean of School of Education
Teaching Research Staff Representatives of School of Architecture, Fine and Applied Arts
Teaching Research Staff Representatives of School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Teaching Research Staff Representatives of School of Economic Sciences and Administration
Teaching Research Staff Representative of School of Health Sciences
Teaching Research Staff Representatives of School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
Teaching Research Staff Representatives of School of Education
Director of Administration and Finance (Appointed by the University Council)
Special Teaching Staff Representative
Student Representative of School of Arcitecture, Fine and Applied Arts
Student Representative of School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Student Representative of School of Economic Sciences and Administration
Student Representative of School of Health Sciences
Student Representative of School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
Student Representative of School of Education
Council

The Council of the University consists of:

a) Four members appointed by the Founder of the University
b) The Rector
c) A member of the academic staff at the rank of Professor or Associate Professor, elected by the Teaching Research Faculty
d) The Director of Administration and Finance who has no right to vote
e) A representative of the Administrative Staff, elected by the body of the Administrative Staff
f) A representative of the students, elected by the students

Council
President Michalis Frederickou
Vice President Ouranios Ioannides
Member Dr Andreas Fylactou
Member - Director of Administration and Finance Thomas Frederickou
Rector Dr Christos G. Athanasopulos
Member of Academic Staff Dr Costas Kyriacou
Administrative Staff Representative George Kazantzis
Student Representative George Liasis

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