Sunday Times (Sri Lanka)

University of Nicosia Medical School in Cyprus Offers Distance Learning for Masters

- For more details, please email: David.Samuel@bizzadviso­rygroup.com.au

The University of Nicosia (UNIC) is the largest university in Cyprus and in Southern Europe that teaches primarily in English, with more than 12,000 students from over 70 countries coming together in an innovative and transforma­tive learning space. Located in Nicosia, the country’s capital, and with a presence in 18 other cities worldwide, UNIC is driven by the pursuit of excellence in teaching and lear ning, innovat i o n , research, technology, and a continuall­y evolving academic environmen­t. The University seeks to empower students and instil in them the confidence to make an impact in the world.

UNIC started the first medical school in Cyprus in 2011 by offering the St George’s, University of London graduate- entry MBBS. Building on its experience­s with the MBBS, the University of Nicosia Medical School is now offering a 6-Year MD programme, a Master of Science in Family Medicine, a Master of Public Health (MPH), a Master of Science in Health Services Administra­tion ( MHSA) and a PhD in Medical Sciences.

The University of Nicosia has been named among the top universiti­es according to the latest edition of the Times Higher Education ( THE) World University Rankings. THE World University Rankings ( WUR) are possibly the best- known university rankings in the world. The expanded WUR 2021 edition includes over 1,500 ranked research-intensive universiti­es, out of 25,000 universiti­es globally, that met the THE eligibilit­y criteria and applied for assessment.

This latest distinctio­n comes in the wake of the Unive r s i t y ’ s 5-Star Institutio­nal Rating by the QS Intelligen­ce Unit in its 2020 audit, along with only 50 other universiti­es globally. It also expands upon UNIC’s most recent ranking achievemen­ts in both the QS World University Rankings (106th in Emerging Europe and Central Asia Region) and the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings ( 42nd in the world in the core area of Quality Education). The latter are the first to measure the success of universiti­es in delivering the UN Sustainabl­e Developmen­t Goals (SDGs).

The University of Nicosia is also the first university in the European Union to receive a 5- star rating for Online/ Distance Learning. This distinctio­n was awarded following an assessment by the QS Intelligen­ce Unit, a leading, independen­t, global university-rating agency. UNIC is the first university globally to receive triple accreditat­ion for its online learning quality.

All Master level programmes of the UNIC Medical School are now offered online parttime or full-time, pending students’ commitment­s:

MSc in Family Medicine (18 –months)

an EU degree, especially designed for medical doctors, in which curricula and assessment­s have been developed in coordinati­on with UK Royal College of General

Practition­ers (RCGP). Courses in all areas of Family Medicine: management of chronic diseases and multimorbi­dities, mental health, musculoske­letal health, child and women’s health and others. It is a structured continuing profession­al developmen­t programme for physicians working as Family Doctors or in the community with a specialist role in internal medicine, paediatric­s, or gynaecolog­y.

Master of Public Health (18-months), an EU degree, designed for individual­s seeking a competitiv­e advantage in the workplace to expand their career by gaining the most required skillset today. Suitable for recent graduates from various discipline­s ( Sociology, Psychology, Humanities, Biology, Chemistry, Communicat­ions, etc.) who want to pursue further expertise related to Public Health. Also, for individual­s excited to do research and improve global public health examining current issues affecting the world: pandemics, climate change, etc. which addresses the real-world challenges.

MSc in Health Services Administra­tion ( 18- months), an EU degree, designed for individual­s seeking to change careers and leverage their past work experience into the expansive field of Health Services. Suitable for recent graduates from various discipline­s ( Business, Humanities, Sciences, etc.) who want to pursue further expertise, entreprene­urial problem solvers who are looking to create a business plan or research to tackle existing organisati­onal issues and natural- born leaders seeking to advance their careers through understand­ing and optimizing new technology uses in the workplace.

The University of Nicosia Medical School regularly hosts virtual informatio­n sessions about available Medical Degrees, Master’s Degrees and additional events including a Healthcare Leadership Series, to register to attend, please visit the website under https://www.med.unic.ac.cy/events/.

If you are an enthusiast­ic individual with a passion for either Hospitalit­y, Cookery, Patisserie, Events or Travel and Tourism then studying in either of these fields will open many global and domestic opportunit­ies. William Angliss Institute @ SLIIT, delivers Australian curriculum that is based on practical skills and knowledge whilst delivering in state-of-the-art facilities. In fact, we are growing and have just commenced an extension of our facilities with three new kitchens, more classrooms and a rooftop student recreation area. We have highly qualified industry experience­d staff and foreign teachers (delivering from Australia due to current travel restrictio­ns) that will push for the right attitude which will only enhance your learning experience and allow you to become ‘ career ready’. “Experience is Everything”

Armed with an Australian qualificat­ion you have the power of demand in any part of the industry you desire to work in. We are excited about the future of the industry and now is an opportunit­y for you to get involved and prepared for the hospitalit­y and tourism boom that will take place after COVID-19. Our Alumni graduates are thriving in many places throughout the world and here in Sri Lanka. We currently have our graduates in Australia, New Zealand, Thailand, Bahrain, UAE, Oman, Italy, Switzerlan­d, Maldives, USA and even in the Caribbean.

Studying in our industry opens up a variety of career path choices as the industry is vast, incorporat­ing hotels, resorts, banquet halls, wedding functions, gala dinners, restaurant­s, cafes, bars, airlines, cruise ships, major events, convention centres, travel operators and tourist guides.

With a vibrant student life at William Angliss Institute @ SLIIT based at our Malabe Campus, we offer the following programmes:

Advanced Diploma of Hospitalit­y Management ( SIT60316) begins with Certificat­e III in Hospitalit­y and moves into the Diploma and Advanced Diploma stages over 2 years. The programme commences with the foundation­s of customer service, food and beverage service and working in the hospitalit­y industry. The programme provides pathways to supervisio­n, management and business ownership/ management in a fast-paced dynamic industry.

Advanced Diploma of Travel & Tourism (SIT60116) commences at the Diploma level through to the Advanced level over an 18-month period. Career paths range from being either a Tour Guide, Travel Agent, Informatio­n Officer, Resort Manager, Tour Costing, Advertisin­g and Promotions, Airline Ground Operations, Tour Operator, Cruise Operations or Reservatio­n Agent.

Diploma of Event Management (SIT50316) is a part time programme over 2 years, where you learn to design and deliver dynamic events across a range of industries such as sporting, food & wine, music, business and community events.

Certificat­e IV in Commercial Cookery ( SIT40516) is an 18 month programme with the choice of extending study for a further year to obtain the Advanced Diploma of Hospitalit­y Management to prepare for management roles in industry. In Commercial Cookery you will develop the fundamenta­l skills and knowledge required in profession­al cooking and kitchen management using state- of- theart facilities.

Certificat­e IV in Patisserie (SIT40716) is an 18-month programme with the choice of extending study for a further year to obtain the Advanced Diploma of Hospitalit­y Management to prepare for management roles in Industry. This programme allows you to indulge your passion for the sweet life by becoming a profession­al in the delicious art of the patisserie or pastry cook and business owner. This specialist course offers the opportunit­y to learn unique skills of profession­al gateaux, pastries and restaurant desserts. Specialize­d units include petits fours, pastries, breads and artisan skills of chocolate and sugar decoration­s.

Certificat­e I in Hospitalit­y (SIT10216) is an introducto­ry programme into the world of Hospitalit­y. This programme is delivered over 2 months and is designed for students that may not meet the eligibilit­y requiremen­ts of higher qualified programmes. Upon successful completion you have the opportunit­y to complete further study streams.

When you successful­ly complete your programme with us, you will receive the William Angliss Institute, Australian Qualificat­ion and you may be eligible to apply for a continuati­on of your studies at William Angliss Institute, Australia.

Do you have a passion and a love of food? Why not join of our short courses, you can choose a short course in Desserts, Cakes, Breads or Pastries!

Are you a lover of Espresso Coffee? Have you ever wanted to get the opportunit­y to make a variety of coffees like a Barista in a café? If so, join our one-day short course – drink as many coffees as you like and get a real coffee hit.

Enrolments for our March 2021 intake is in progress. Ask our friendly Student Recruitmen­t Team about our fees or the loan scheme provided by several leading Banks. Don’t delay, enroll today and join our exciting industry. Experience is Everything!

Enroll now for our March Intake 2021

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