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University of Nicosia Global Semesters | Summer in Cyprus: Early Christianity (Outgoing Program)

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  • Locations: Nicosia, Cyprus
  • Program Terms: Summer
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: University of Nicosia-Global Semesters 
  • Restrictions: WVU applicants only
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Fact Sheet:
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Language of Instruction: English Minimum GPA: 2.5
Program Description:
SUMMER IN CYPRUS
EARLY CHRISTIANITY
OVERVIEW

Study Ancient & Medieval Christian Thought in the first country in the world to be governed by a Christian ruler, and home to the UNESCO World Heritage Byzantine Painted Churches, as well as St. Lazarus’ final burial place, and was at some point home to the Knights Templar.

Museums and churches all around the island are a testament to the strong influence of Christian culture in Cyprus’ history

CURRICULUM
Courses

Students enroll in 2 Courses and earn 6 Credits for this 4-Week Summer Program:

Required Course:
  • REL-250: Ancient and Medieval Christian Thought (3 Credit Hours)
Elective Courses (Select One):
  • ART-281: History of Art (3 Credit Hours)
  • GREK-101: Greek Language and Culture I (3 Credit Hours)
WHY CYPRUS?
Safest Country
In the World
For 15-29 Year Olds
2 of the Top 25
Beaches in Europe
(TripAdvisor, 2021)
80%
of the Population
Speaks English
Cosmopolitan
European Lifestyle
in the Mediterranean
 
WHY UNIC?
 
14,500+
University Students
From 6 Continents
UNIC Ciy
Modern Urban
University Campus
Ranked in
#157
in Europe
Ranked in
Top 2%
in the World