Bachelor Degree in Economics - Concentration: International and European Economic Studies

Admission Criteria
Minimum necessary requirements for admission to the programme:

i. International, Pancyprian, or other equivalent examinations
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and accept a broad range of qualifications. Applicants must submit results from international, Pancyprian, or other equivalent examinations. The list below outlines the typical entry requirements for the programme.

ii.Recognized High School Leaving Certificate or Equivalent Qualification
Applicants must have successfully completed secondary education and hold a high school leaving certificate or equivalent qualification that gives access to higher education in the country in which it was awarded.

iii. Demonstrated Proficiency in English
Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English by meeting the requirements outlined below.

Examination Results
i. International examinations include the following:
GCE/IGCSE exams
UCAS Tariff achieving 112 points based on 3 GCE A Levels. One of the three subjects must be Mathematics with minimum grade B (40 UCAS points). An examination on the applicant’s native language may not be counted as one of the three GCE A Levels. One of the two GCE A Levels, other than Mathematics, may be replaced by a Leaving Certificate (Apolytirion) or equivalent, with a minimum overall grade of 19/20.

International Baccalaureate
30 points. One of the subjects must be Mathematics at Higher Level (either AA HL or AI HL), with a minimum grade of 5.
French Baccalaureate
Baccalauréat Général with an overall average of at least 12/20 and a minimum grade of 12/20 in Spécialité Mathématiques in Terminale.

ii. Pancyprian Examinations, Panhellenic Examinations, other national or equivalent examinations

Applicants must have been examined, as part of the relevant national or equivalent examination system, in a Mathematics subject at a level comparable to Mathematics Orientation (Μαθηματικά Κατεύθυνσης) in the Pancyprian Examinations. Applicants seeking admission through the Pancyprian Examinations must have achieved an admission score no lower than that of the last admitted student to the corresponding Greek-language programme in the same academic year. For applicants seeking admission through other national, international, or equivalent examinations, the required level of performance must be comparable to that specified in the admission criteria above.

Language Requirements
Applicants are required tο provide proof of proficiency in English. The minimum criteria set by the Ministry of Education, Sports and Youth can be found here.
i. G.C.E. O-Level in English Language with a grade of “C” or above.

ii. I.G.C.S.E. in English Language with a grade of “C” or above.

iii. E.L.T.S./I.E.L.T.S. with a score of 6 or above (Academic or General Training), provided that the relevant certificate was obtained before 1 January 2010.

iv. It is emphasized that if the certificate was obtained after 1 January 2010, it will be accepted as evidence only with a score of 6.5–7.

v. Cambridge Advanced Certificate in English with a grade of “C” or above.

vi. T.O.E.F.L. with a score of 550 or above (Paper-based), or T.O.E.F.L. with a score of 213 or above (Computer-based), or TOEFL (Internet-based) with a score of 92 or above.

vii. Certificate of Proficiency in English of the University of Cambridge with a grade of “C” or above.

viii. Certificate of Proficiency in English – University of Michigan.

ix. Anglia Examinations – Proficiency (C1).

x. ESB, Level 3 Certificate in ESOL, International All Modes – C2.

xi.International Baccalaureate (IB) – English A: Literature/Language and Literature with a minimum grade of 5 or English B with a minimum grade of 6.

xii.Certificate of success in the exams conducted by the Cyprus Ministry of Education and Culture.

xiii.Certificate of success in year 6th final exams, of the Cyprus State Institutes of Further Education.

xiv.Other equivalent recognized exams that will prove proficiency in English language.

xv.Candidates who already hold a degree from a recognized university programme taught in English are considered to have proficiency in English.

Supporting Documents and Qualifications
Applicants must also submit:

1) A motivation letter

2) A curriculum vitae (CV)

3)Additional Qualifications (if available): Applicants are encouraged to submit additional information that strengthens their application and demonstrates abilities, interests, or achievements beyond their academic performance. For example, such information may include athletic or artistic distinctions, participation and/or distinctions in national or international competitions and Olympiads, participation in research or technology programs, innovation or entrepreneurial activities, volunteering and community engagement, and participation in activities such as debating, Model United Nations, and others.

Scholarships and Financial Aid
Scholarships may be awarded based on academic merit, talent, leadership, or other criteria established by the University. Financial aid programs are available to eligible students and may include grants, tuition fee reductions, or other forms of support.

The programme at a glance
The concentration in International and European Economic Studies of the BSc in Economics combines economic analysis with the study of European integration, international political economy, law, history, and political science.

Students acquire interdisciplinary knowledge and develop skills that enable them to understand international economic developments, European policies, and the operation of international organisations in an ever-changing global environment.

Students develop skills in economic and political analysis, communication, argumentation, and the understanding of international issues through modern and interdisciplinary approaches.

Study options include international trade and finance, EU economic policies and European integration. Courses in law, European history and political science help students understand how economic decisions are influenced by legal frameworks, political priorities and historical developments. The study of an additional foreign language complements this international orientation. The concentration is particularly suited to students interested in European affairs, international economic relations and cooperation between countries.

Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the programme will:

(a) Have a solid background in core economic theory and an understanding of international and European economic developments.
(b) Understand the functioning of European institutions, international organisations, and economic integration processes.
(c) Be able to analyse international economic and political issues using economic tools and interdisciplinary approaches.
(d) Have developed communication, argumentation, and academic/professional writing skills within a European and international context.
(e) Be capable of conducting basic research, managing information and data, and evaluating economic and policy developments at European and international levels.

Curriculum Structure
ECTS Credit Distribution

Compulsory Core Courses 128

• ECO 89
• MAS/CS 24
• LAN 15

Restricted Electives 92

• ECO 42
• SPS 6
• LAW 6
• ARC 5
• AFN/BPA/ARC/LAW/SPS 18
• LAN 15

Free Electives 20

TOTAL ECTS 240

Important Information

• Degree: Bachelor Degree in Economics with concentration in International and European Economic Studies
• Mode of Study: Full time
• Department: Department of Economics
• Faculty: Faculty of Economics and Management
• Coordinator: Associate Professor Nikolaos Tsakas and Associate Professor Costas Hadjiyiannis

Assesment and Grading
The grading system is numerical, from 0 to 10 in increments of 0.5. The minimum passing grade is 5. The final grade of an undergraduate student, and consequently the classification of the Degree is as follows: Excellent with Distinction (9.5-10), Excellent (8.5-9.49), Very Good (6.5-8.49), Good (5.5-6.49) and Satisfactory (5-5.49). The Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculated as the weighted average of all the courses that the student has successfully completed. The weighting is based on the ECTS credits of each course.

Future Prospects:
European and international organisations • Public sector • Economic diplomacy • Policy analysis • NGOs • European programmes • Consulting services • Postgraduate studies
This concentration is particularly relevant to careers in policy analysis and evaluation, European affairs, and international economic relations. Potential opportunities include policy research and advisory work in European and international organisations, government departments dealing with international trade, non-governmental organisations and consultancies specialising in European policies and programmes. Relevant activities include analysing international economic developments, assessing policy proposals and supporting the implementation of European programmes. The concentration also provides preparation for postgraduate specialisation in international economics, political economy, and public policy with a European or international focus.