Cyprus Health and Social Sciences University (CHSSU) — Northern Cyprus

Cyprus Health and Social Sciences University (CHSSU) was founded in 2016 in the Güzelyurt area — considered one of the most beautiful areas of Northern Cyprus (Turkish Cyprus), known for its citrus groves and coastal scenery.

Beginning small, building up: The university began its educational and training activities through:

• 2 faculties
• 1 higher-education institute
• 1 vocational school
• Plus a language school for English and Turkish instruction

This staged growth approach has allowed CHSSU to maintain quality control as it expanded.

Accreditation: The university has been accredited by Turkey's Council of Higher Education (YÖK), providing assurance of academic standards and Turkish-system recognition.

Educational mission: CHSSU works to plan and implement various training programs for the professional and personal development of its employees, with the aim of developing their creative sense — in order to provide high-quality academic education for all students at the university.

Specialty focus — Health and Social Sciences: The university includes specialised programs in:

• Dentistry
• Nutrition and Dietetics
• Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
• Psychology
• Social Service

This concentrated specialisation in health sciences and social/psychological fields makes CHSSU particularly attractive for students focused on these growing professional areas.

Why these specialties matter:

• Health-sector employment is growing globally
• Mental health and psychology are increasingly recognised across the Arab world
• Social services are essential professions in any developing society
• Nutrition and physiotherapy are growing career fields with strong demand

Languages of instruction: Programs available in English, with Turkish-language support and dedicated language schools for both English and Turkish.

Admission: No YÖS required. Standard requirements: high school diploma with reasonable GPA, English-language proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS) for English-medium programs.

Tuition (annual, international students):

• Dentistry: approximately $10,000–15,000
• Other health-sciences programs: approximately $4,000–7,000

Scholarships: Merit-based scholarships available, ranging from 25% to 75%.

Why North Cyprus: Northern Cyprus offers an English-friendly environment, Mediterranean climate, lower cost of living than mainland Turkey, and direct accessibility for students from Arab countries.

Recognition: YÖK-accredited. Note that some Arab countries apply specific equivalency procedures for certificates from Northern Cyprus — verify with your home country's ministry before enrolling.