International education in TRNC
Today, international education is not just a diploma, but a strategic investment in human capital, which is becoming the main resource of the global economy. In a world where borders are becoming a convention and technology and artificial intelligence are developing rapidly, increasingly high demands are being placed on specialists. That is why the education system is changing. It is becoming more flexible, international, and focused on the real demands of the labor market.
As a result, new professions are emerging. For example, “international digital broker” is a field that was first introduced and is being actively developed by Irina Dobrokhotova's professional team of mentors on the international platform HOUSEBOOK. Another important point is the opportunity to obtain dual degrees at universities in TRNC. Higher education establishments in the region are accredited in Europe, the US, and the UK, and students have the opportunity to choose the country of their educational standard themselves. Graduates of these universities are entitled to continue their studies at the world's top 100 universities without additional exams or diploma confirmation. This is a rare and valuable advantage in the international educational arena. Below, we will briefly describe several of Famagusta's top educational establishments.
The university is located in the island's capital, Nicosia, and is rightly considered one of the most prestigious universities in the region. Students from more than 50 countries study here, and the teaching staff includes highly qualified world-class specialists. The university is a member of the European University Association (EUA), the International Association of Universities (IAU) under the patronage of UNESCO, and the Federation of Islamic Universities (FUIW), which confirms its high academic status.
Founded in 1989, the university combines quality education with the unique natural and historical atmosphere of the region. Courses are taught in English, and the university offers dozens of bachelor's and master's programs. Today, it has about 4,000 students from 35 countries and is known for its strong academic staff and solid international reputation.
Eastern Mediterranean University
A public university with more than 25 years of history and one of the most developed infrastructures in the region. The large campus covers over 890 hectares (approximately 1,230 football fields), and the number of students exceeds 14,000 from 68 countries around the world. The university offers a wide range of bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs and is actively developing new areas of study. It is rightly considered a world-class university and continues to strengthen its position in the international arena.
Located in Kyrenia, this university was the first in the region to implement the American model of education. Its key feature is a practice-oriented approach and “learning by doing” methodology, which allows students to gain not only theoretical knowledge but also real professional skills.
International recognition by the scientific community
There are 21 state universities in the country that are accredited by international educational commissions. Moreover, in September 2025, 30 professors from the East Mediterranean University were included in the list of “The World's Most Influential Scientists” as part of a study conducted under the leadership of Stanford University. According to Scopus, 236,314 researchers were included in the prestigious ranking of the top 2% of the world's leading scientists by total number of quotations. This fact confirms that the region's universities are training world-class specialists and researchers.
Conclusion
Thus, education in Famagusta is an investment in the future that opens doors to the international labor market. The region's universities give students the opportunity to study according to international standards and continue their education at the world's best universities without unnecessary formalities. A strong academic staff and a high level of scientific research turn graduates into sought-after qualified specialists.
