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Every year hundreds of thousands of adults around the world take the opportunity to develop their careers by means of higher education….and the good news is that higher education is for everyone regardless of age. There really is no such thing as a ‘typical’ mature student although they tend to be defined as students aged 21 or over when they begin their studies. As far as we can generalise, around half the world’s students are aged between 21 and 24, 38% between 25 and 39 and 10% over 40 when they commence their courses. There are many different reasons for…

Many students wishing to study for a degree may be put off by the high costs involved and those who dream about earning a degree in the U.S., are often deterred as it is amongst the most expensive choices in the world. HSBC’s 2014 report on the costs of studying abroad in different locations revealed that the U.S. is the third most expensive option overall, behind Australia and Singapore. HSBC calculated that the average annual cost of study in the U.S., including tuition fees and living expenses, is US$36,564. If you multiply this figure by four for most undergraduate courses…

Students decide on degree courses for a variety of reasons and different expectations. Graduates don’t just measure the value of their degrees purely in economic terms – it’s equally about the improved career opportunities and better employability that having a degree brings. Both aspects are key factors to be taken into consideration when deciding whether it will be beneficial to go into higher education. There’s no doubt that studying for a degree is an attractive personal investment which will provide substantial long-term financial gain and lots of other benefits for graduates. We know that throughout their working lives, graduates are…

An MBA is a prestigious and versatile degree covering a variety of business areas that provides an in-depth view of the business world. Modern day business is constantly evolving and MBA’s have proved to be a popular choice of degree as they equip you to deal with today’s complex business environment. The fees and pre-requisite experience mean that graduates studying for an MBA usually do so either to advance their careers, make a career change or become an entrepreneur. If you decide to proceed, it can be a big step as it not only requires financial commitment, but self-discipline, time…

There is no doubt that the future of higher education lies in online learning. College and university students are increasingly finding themselves with many obligations beyond just getting a degree with jobs and family commitments also making heavy demands on their time. That’s why having the option of studying online and within their own time is extremely important. It is also evident that many state institutions are not able to cater for everybody who wants to attend classes on campus. This has accelerated the demand for online learning. These days, it is clear that lifelong learning must feature strongly in…

We are very happy to announce, that our partner University has received the “Recognized for Excellence in Europe – 5 Stars” award from the European Foundation for Quality Management (EFQM), adding one more milestone to its journey towards performance excellence. This award ratifies the University’s commitment for constant improvement and its engagement to business excellence, continuous growth and extroversion. The University of Nicosia is the first and only University in Cyprus and Greece to reach this recognition level (Recognized for Excellence – 5 Stars), which is one of the most prestigious awards for organisational excellence and…

Unicaf partners with some great universities that offer internationally recognized yet affordable programmes. Our registered students studying on to earn first-class honors degrees in: MBA ManagementM.Ed Master in EducationBA in BusinessMasters Business Administration. At the moment, Unicaf offers Scholarships to study Online with the University of Nicosia and Marymount California University while we are working towards adding more programmes in partnership with established top universities. Find out more about the partner universities and the programmes that are available under the UNICAF Scholarships Programme.

What is The Unicaf Scholarship Programme? The UNICAF Scholarship Programme was founded to offer gifted underprivileged students from Africa the opportunity of furthering their education by studying towards internationally accredited qualifications which are offered online or through blended learning. For the last two decades, our partner universities have been offering scholarships to international students. The vast majority of these students were able to make a significant contribution to their home countries and in many cases at the highest level. Can I get a Full Scholarship? The UNICAF Scholarship Programme is one of the most generous scholarship programmes available for African…

An MBA, or a Master of Business Administration, it is an excellent investment in both your own professional development and your organisation’s progression, skills, systems and management. However, it is expensive and demanding and it has high entry requirements, so why should you study for an MBA? 1. Higher Salary Many people equate success and even happiness to their pay packet.  And those returning to work following their MBA do see an increase in salary. So if it’s money you’re after, an MBA may well be…

The Online MBA The Marymount California University makes available the MBA in an online and blended learning format to provide maximum flexibility. The Marymount California University MBA program prepares students for effective and ethical entrepreneurial leadership in a global interconnected economy. The Partnership The partnership between the Marymount California University and the University of Nicosia brings together the resources and capabilities of both institutions to offer innovative learning solutions and programs which are delivered fully online, in blended learning formats, and in face-to-face venues tailored to the needs of a wide range of professionals. Scholarships The UNICAF Scholarship Program is…