
The Open University of Cyprus and two of its professors among the top Universities and scientists based on the 2023 Research.com rankings
The Open University of Cyprus (OUC) has secured the 2nd national position and ranks 462nd and 790th worldwide in the domains of Social Sciences & Humanities and Computer Science, respectively, according to the latest (10th edition) rankings Reseach.com. OUC Professors Michalinos Zembylas, …
- May 15, 2024

Rectors from 10 universities in 9 EU countries strengthen their commitment to the OpenEU European University Alliance
The OpenEU alliance, coordinated by the Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC), brings together the leading European open and distance universities joining forces with on-campus universities engaged in their digital transformations.
OpenEU is working to create the pan-European Open University that is learner-centred, inclusive, digital and …
- Jan 31, 2024

Open University of Cyprus and An-Najah National University join forces
The Open University of Cyprus (OUC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the An-Najah National University (ANNU), the leading academic institution in Palestine, acknowledged by global-ranking institutions for its commitment to academic excellence. The MoU was signed on July 24, 2023 by …
- Jul 28, 2023

Call for Papers | International Conference #AMIRetreat2023
The Advanced Media Institute, the Postgraduate Programme “Communication and New Journalism”of the Open University of Cyprus, the School of Law of the University of Nicosia, the Media Studies Program of the Doha Institute for Graduate Studies, the Department of Digital Media and Communication of …
- Jan 13, 2023

Four OUC academics among the top highly cited scientists in the world in their respective scientific fields
Four (4) Faculty members of the Open University of Cyprus (OUC) have been recognized among the world’s top scientists in their respective scientific fields in the updated (on September 2022) study entitled “Updated science-wide author databases of standardized citation indicators” published by …
- Nov 14, 2022

The Open University of Cyprus coordinates a new COST Action aiming to enhance the resilience of Small-Medium Islands in climate changes
The Open University of Cyprus leads the new COST Action 21158 - Enhancing Small-Medium IsLands resilience by securing the sustainability of Ecosystem Services (SMILES), which brings together scientists, researchers and academics from 24 countries. Chair of the Action, which has secured funding through a …
- Nov 01, 2022

The UNESCO Chair on Visual Anticipation and Futures Literacy towards Visual Literacy is established at the Open University of Cyprus
The UNESCO Chair on “Visual Anticipation and Futures Literacy towards Visual Literacy” was officially established at the Open University of Cyprus (OUC) in July 2022. Chairholder is the Associate Professor Vicky (Vayia) Karaiskou. OUC joins UNESCO’s prestigious universities network, and the award of …
- Sep 30, 2022