The University of Nicosia was initially established as the Intercollege in the early 1980’s. Due to the College’s pursuing quality it has been awarded to University status as the University of Nicosia, commencing as of the Academic year 2007-08. The University is an independent, co-educational institution which currently comprises four faculties and 17 Departments. The University is actively involved in European and local research projects as a partner and as a coordinating institution. Additionally, the University of Nicosia received approval for an Erasmus University Charter and is an official participant in the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS). For more information about the schools and departments please see the link below http://www.unic.ac.cy/