Background & Accreditation

• Established in 2003 as G. Takkas Educational College, renamed to InterNapa College in 2007 to reflect its regional focus.
• Fully registered with the Cyprus Ministry of Education & Culture and all programs are accredited by the Cyprus Agency of Quality Assurance and Accreditation (CYQAA/DIPAE)

Academic Programs

Offers a range of vocational and academic qualifications:

• MBA (18 months) – the first accredited MBA in Famagusta province
• BA in Hospitality & Tourism Management (4 years)
• Diplomas in Hospitality & Tourism Management (2 years) and Culinary Arts (2 years) .
• Certificate in Professional Bartending (1 year)

Campus & Facilities

• Two adjacent buildings in Sotira, near Ayia Napa and Protaras—prime locations for hospitality training
• Marthelenio Building: classrooms, amphitheatre, computer lab, kitchen/culinary lab, bar station, student restaurant & café
• Yiorkios Building: library (5,000+ books, EBSCO/ProQuest), administrative offices
• Digital learning tools: Moodle, Zoom, Office 365

Industry Integration & Student Experience

• Strong focus on practical, vocational education with internships at local hotels and restaurants Hosts annual job fair attracting top industry players
• Partnerships and credit-transfer agreements, including mobility with Central University of Europe

Scholarships & Support

• Celebrated its 20th anniversary with 20 complimentary scholarships in 2024, covering MBA, Bachelor’s, Diplomas, and Bartending certs
• State student grants may cover up to €3,400, enabling free tuition combined with scholarships

Admission & Language Requirements

• Standard admission: high school certificate (min. 12/20 grade), transfers also accepted
• English proficiency required (e.g., IELTS≥5.0, TOEFL iBT≥71, Cambridge B2)
• Oral/video interviews for scholarships and social criteria

Key Strengths

• Exclusive regional pioneer: first accredited hospitality degree and MBA in Famagusta
• Strong industry linkages with hands-on training, job fairs, and internships.
• Modern, well-equipped campus with specialized teaching labs (culinary, bar/service).
• Financial ease via scholarships and state sponsorship.
• Accredited programs with global transfer pathways.