Student review [#92932] for Computer Engineering and Informatics
at Cyprus University of Technology - CUT

I am a graduate of the Cyprus University of Technology in Computer Engineering and Informatics (now named Computer Science). I moved from Nicosia to Limassol to pursue my studies, and overall, I had a decent experience.

The courses were generally useful and relevant, but some could be updated to better reflect modern trends and technologies. For example, the inclusion of an Artificial Intelligence course came later than I would have expected.

The university buildings are modern, clean, and comfortable. They are located throughout the center of Limassol, which is convenient, but it can be confusing at first to locate the correct building for each course.

Most professors were approachable, helpful, and genuinely invested in teaching. Student life can be tricky since the university is spread across the city, so you will likely mostly socialize with students from your own department. However, the university and its student organizations host many events that help students from different departments connect.

I really enjoyed the university’s athletic department, which organized most trips and offered free classes for various sports. For example, I was able to take free Muay Thai classes, which helped me as a competitive fighter. They also organized trips and activities such as yacht parties, a skiing trip to Bulgaria, rock climbing excursions, and many more, which made the experience more enjoyable. Socializing at this university is certainly possible, but it is more up to you; the university does not force frequent social interaction, so you need to take the initiative if you want to get involved.

There were some challenges during my time at the university. Finding affordable accommodation in Limassol is extremely difficult. One-bedroom apartments start around €700 per month, and studios are around €550–600. The university dorm application process is slow and restrictive, usually requiring you to apply 1–2 months before courses start, which is stressful if you do not get accepted. Financial aid exists now for students who cannot get dorms, but it was limited when I attended.

Parking was another challenge. The university is centrally located, so free parking is almost impossible. University parking exists, but it is far from the buildings and not well-managed, with occasional issues from non-students occupying spaces. Private parking is available but can be costly at around €3 per day.

During the COVID period, the university required vaccination to attend in-person classes. Daily testing was not accepted as an alternative, so I had to get the vaccine against my will in order to continue attending classes. This policy negatively affected my experience at the time.

Overall, the Cyprus University of Technology provides a solid academic experience, but logistical challenges such as housing and parking can make life difficult, particularly for students with financial constraints. During my time, the university required vaccination to attend in-person classes, which negatively affected my experience, but this is no longer a requirement. If you are proactive about socializing and getting involved in activities, and can manage the other challenges, it is a workable university and can be an enjoyable experience.