Program Overview
The full name of the final degree is Doctor of Philosophy in Energy, Environment and Atmospheric Sciences. The goal of the program is to promote excellence and educate students in energy, environmental, and atmospheric sciences, sectors that are all interconnected and of high priority for Cyprus and internationally.
The challenging curricula will include i) two mandatory courses aiming to establish a common basis of scientific knowledge among students from different disciplines, ii) one (from a pool or three) mandatory track courses depending on the sector (energy, environment, or atmosphere) selected by each student, as well as iii) a number of electives that provide in-depth insight into a variety of more specialized and important topics.
Doctoral candidates will perform research under The Energy, Environment, and Water Research Center (EEWRC) and/or the Climate and Atmosphere Research Center (CARE-C) within internationally recognized research teams in the fields of: Solar Energy and Desalination, Climate Change and Impacts, Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology, Environmental Research and Monitoring, Water Research and Management, and Sustainable Built Environment.
The program will provide the necessary educational setting where excellence in education and research are fostered through interdisciplinary collaboration on regional problems of global significance.
Program Structure and Requirements
To satisfy the requirements of the PhD program, a student must earn a total of 180 ECTS-credits of which 50 ECTS-credits are from courses. The program has a duration of at least three years. A general indicative schedule of the program is displayed in the table below.
YEAR 1 |
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Semester 1 |
ECTS |
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2 Courses |
20 |
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Research |
10 |
Semester 2 |
ECTS |
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2 Courses |
20 |
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Research |
10 |
YEAR 2 |
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Semester 3 |
ECTS |
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1 Course |
10 |
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Research / Comprehensive Examination |
20 |
Semester 4 |
ECTS |
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Research |
30 |
YEAR 3 |
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Semester 5 |
ECTS |
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Research |
30 |
Semester 6 |
ECTS |
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Research |
10 |
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Thesis writing and PhD defense examination * |
20 |
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* Before the student can defend their PhD thesis, they must have successfully completed their coursework, completed the Comprehensive Examination and have submitted two scientific publications (one submitted, one accepted) in appropriate for each doctoral program international journals. Students typically take up to 30 ECTS per semester
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New Program Structure and Requirements (Pending official approval by the CYQAA)
The PhD in Computational Sciences is a full-time, 3-year program, structured in six semesters. It is primarily based on research leading to a written thesis, with taught elements being restricted to the beginning of the program.
The language of instruction and communication of the program is English.
To satisfy the requirements of the program, students require a total of 180 ECTS, of which 160 ECTS derive from research and 20 ECTS derive from the taught component. Specifically, 20 ECTS are earned through a mandatory course worth 10 ECTS, taken during the first semester, and through elective course(s) worth 10 ECTS, taken during semesters 1-3.
YEAR 1
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YEAR 1
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YEAR 2
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YEAR 2
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YEAR 3
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YEAR 3
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Course Requirements Component (20 ECTS) |
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1 Mandatory Course |
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1 or 2 Elective Courses (total 10 ECTS) |
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Research Component (160 ECTS) |
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At end of Year 1 students take Comprehensive Examination |
At end of program students must pass their Doctoral Examination * |
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* Before the student can defend their PhD thesis, they must have successfully completed their coursework, completed the Comprehensive Examination and have submitted two scientific publications (one submitted, one accepted) in appropriate for each doctoral program international journals.
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Program Courses
* All the above courses are complemented by relevant lectures, seminars and workshops organised and offered by the EEWRC and CARE-C.
Academic Calendar
Academic Calendar 2020-2021
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ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2020-2021
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TERM 1/SEMESTER 1 PhD, MSc, MSc/MPhil |
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Registration (for all degree programs) |
30 September 2020 |
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Commencement of Lectures |
5 October 2020 |
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Last day to select courses |
9 October 2020 |
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Last day to withdraw from a course |
3 weeks after classes begin |
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Winter Break |
24 December 2020 - 6 January 2021 |
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End of Lectures |
22 January 2021 |
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Revision Week |
25 - 29 January 2021 |
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Evaluation/Examination Period |
1 - 5 February 2021 |
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End Term |
5 February 2021 |
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TERM 2/SEMESTER 2 PhD, MSc, MSc/MPhil 16 weeks |
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Registration (for PhDs) |
3 February 2021 |
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Commencement of Lectures |
8 February 2021 |
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Last day to select courses |
12 February 2021 |
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Last day to withdraw from a course |
3 weeks after classes begin |
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Spring Break |
26 April - 7 May 2021 |
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End of Lectures |
28 May 2021 |
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Revision Week |
31 May - 4 June 2021 |
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Evaluation/Examination Period |
7 - 11 June 2021 |
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End Term |
11 June 2021 |
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TERM 3 PhD, MSc, MSc/MPhil 16 weeks |
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Commencement of Term |
14 June 2021 |
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Viva Preparation Week for MSc |
20 - 24 September 2021 |
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Viva for MSc |
27 September - 1 October 2021 |
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End of Term |
1 October 2021 |
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TERM 4 MSc/MPhil 16 weeks |
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Commencement of Term |
4 October 2021 |
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Winter Break |
24 December 2021 - 6 January 2022 |
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End Term |
4 February 2022 |
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TERM 5 MSc/MPhil 8 weeks |
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Commencement of Term |
7 February 2022 |
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Viva Preparation Week for MSc/MPhil |
21 - 25 March 2022 |
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Viva for MSc/MPhil |
28 March - 1 April 2022 |
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End of Term |
1 April 2022 |
Public Holidays |
2020 1 October I Cyprus Independence Day 28 October I Ochi Day 2021 15 March I Green Monday 25 March I Greek Independence Day 1 April I National Day 21 June I Whit Monday 1 October I Independence Day 28 October I Ochi Day 2022 7 March I Green Monday 25 March I Greek Independence Day 1 April I National Holiday |
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The Academic Calendar is subject to change |
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