University of Cyprus aims to establish itself as a Pioneer Research Institution achieving International Scientific Recognition in European Higher Education, offering Competitive Programmes and to become a Centre of Excellence in the wider Euro - Mediterranean Region.
Both postgraduate programmes of the Department areoffered at two levels: a Master Degree and a Ph.D. Degree.The main focus of the postgraduate programme inModern Greek Studies is the in-depth examination ofModern Greek literature texts from the 11th century tothe present. In this context, the programme offersseminars in a number of related areas (i.e., ComparativeLiterature, Theory of Literature, Linguistics, History of Artand Theatre Studies) with the aim of encouraginginterdisciplinary approaches. The Inter-departmentalPostgraduate Programme in Byzantine Studies similarlyaims at promoting an interdisciplinary approach in thebroader field of Byzantine Studies.
A completed application form, which can be obtained online.
Documentary evidence of academic performance, including official degree transcripts and a detailed list of the courses taken at the undergraduate level. BA in Modern Greek Philology or another related field required (First or Upper second class).
Brief resume and statement of academic and research interests.
Two letters of recommendation.
In addition to Greek, satisfactory knowledge of one other language.
If deemed necessary by the faculty of the MA programme, the candidate may be invited to an interview.