On Wednesday, 25 June 2025, Neapolis University Pafos (NUP) and Democritus University of Thrace (DUTH) formalised their academic partnership with the signing of a Special Cooperation Protocol, laying the foundation for a new, joint undergraduate programme in Medicine, taught entirely in English.
The official signing ceremony took place at the Christiaan Barnard Hall of Coral Beach Hotel & Resort in Pafos. Opening the event, Mr. George Leptos, President of the Council of Neapolis University Pafos, described the initiative as a milestone for both the University and the city of Pafos, highlighting the regional impact of establishing a Medical School with international reach.
The Rectors of the two institutions shared a common vision for the programme’s academic and strategic importance.
The programme is designed exclusively for international students and combines four years of academic study at Neapolis University Pafos with two years of clinical training at the University General Hospital of Alexandroupolis in Greece. It aims to integrate advanced medical education, cutting-edge technology, and real-world experience within a transnational framework.
Senior academic representatives from DUTH also addressed the audience, offering insights into the pedagogical, clinical, and European dimensions of the new programme.
The initiative reflects both universities’ strategic commitment to internationalization and outward-looking academic cooperation. It is also supported by their collaboration within the EMERGE European University Alliance and aspires to receive the European Degree Label by the European Commission.
The event concluded with a reaffirmation of Neapolis University’s commitment to academic innovation and international outreach. Mr. George Leptos stressed the University’s dedication to ensuring the success, sustainability, and long-term impact of the new Medical programme through continuous investment in infrastructure, expertise, and global partnerships.
Source: Neapolis University Pafos | News (https://tinyurl.com/2wu6wskm)