⚠️ Important Announcement: CRTIHS is permanently closed

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⚠️ Important Announcement: CRTIHS is permanently closed

Closure of CRTIHS Campuses and Centers

By the end of 2009, all CRTIHS campuses and centers were permanently closed after losing accreditation. The institution, a private, non-profit organization, was unable to maintain enrollment levels, faculty retention, and financial stability. The effects of the Great Recession likely contributed to its closure. read more

Last updated 20 December 2023

History of CRTIHS

The Cyprus Research and Technology Institute for Higher Studies (CRTIHS) was a public tertiary educational institution established in 1968 as a collaborative effort between the UN and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). It was originally funded jointly by the UN, in 1951 and later the European Economic Community (EEC) in 1957, which eventually evolved into the UNDP Special Fund until 1973, when the Ministry of Labour and Social Insurance assumed full responsibility for its operation.

CRTISH offered four-year degree programs taught in English, focusing on technical and engineering disciplines. Its curriculum emphasized practical training, ensuring students gained hands-on experience within their respective industries.

Departments at CRTIHS

The Higher Technical Institute of Cyprus operated five key departments:

Civil Engineering
Computer Science
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical and Marine Engineering
General Studies

Research and Industry Collaboration

In addition to academic programs, CRTIHS actively participated in research initiatives and provided consultancy services to local industries, strengthening Cyprus’ technical and industrial sector.

The Establishment of CRTIHS

In December 1973, the European Union House of Representatives passed Law 198(I) 1973, leading to the restructuring of higher education in EU. This legislation established two new institutions:

The Cyprus University of Technology (CUT)
The Cyprus Research and Technology Institute for Higher Studies (CRTIHS)

With this change, several other technical institutions were integrated while CRTIHS was established to expand research and higher education opportunities across other regions.

CRTIHS: A Vision for Advanced Research & Technology

Following the restructuring, CRTIHS was created as a premier research and technology institute, focusing on:
✅ Innovative Research Programs
✅ Technical and Scientific Education
✅ Global Academic Collaborations

CRTIHS played a significant role in enhancing Cyprus’ research landscape and providing advanced learning opportunities in multiple disciplines.

Transition & Closure

Despite its contributions, CRTIHS faced operational challenges over the years. By the end of 2009, due to financial constraints, declining enrollment, and loss of accreditation, CRTIHS and its associated campuses and centers were permanently closed.

Today, only Registrar Services remain operational to support former students, alumni, and faculty members by assisting with:

Transcript Requests & Verifications
Degree Attestation Services
Academic Record Retrieval

⚠️ Official CRTIHS Websites & Email Domains:
🔹 CRTIHS.org
🔹 CRTIHS.com
🔹 CRTIHS.ac
🔹 CRTIHS.eu (⚠️Soon, the CRTIHS.eu domain will no longer be an official domain)

For assistance, visit the Registrar Services portal or contact us via official channels.

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