Why Arkin University of Creative Arts and Design?
Top reasons to study at Arkin University of Creative Arts and Design
- ARUCAD is an amazing international institution that nurtures and empowers creative individuals who deeply appreciate global cultural norms. Our faculty is composed of highly esteemed artists and academicians. Our vision is to become a premier fine arts university and a renowned arts center.
- ARUCAD is delighted to provide a vibrant learning environment where individuals of all ages can enhance their artistic skills, foster critical thinking, and cultivate teamwork.
- ARUCAD is excited to offer students the amazing opportunity to connect with our renowned professors, join our international artistic network, become part of prestigious academic and artistic groups, and participate in incredible performances and workshops all around the world.
University
About
Founded in 2017 in North Cyprus, Arkin University of Creative Arts and Design (ARUCAD) is a welcoming thematic art university focused on the fields of art, design, and communication. ARUCAD aspires to be one of the most respected institutions for art education, providing students with opportunities to enhance their creative productivity through interdisciplinary and cross-cultural programs. These programs are based on traditional, modern, and contemporary art teaching and learning methods. Additionally, ARUCAD recognizes the inseparable connection between theory and practice.
ARUCAD places importance on ecological awareness, recycling, health, safety, as well as equality in gender, race, and religious values. These values are integrated into the teaching and learning environment. The education model at ARUCAD revolves around the concept of “learning whilst producing, producing whilst learning,” aiming to foster innovative artists and designers with a holistic perspective that combines practical experience, critical thinking, and practice.
Facilities
Faculty of Arts
Faculty of Design
Faculty of Communication
Faculty of Music and Performing Arts
Gallery
Student Life
Student Testimonials
Location(s)
Admissions
Qualifications and Enrollment
Required documents for application:
- High School Diploma + Transcript (translated to English and notarized)
- Portfolio (scan copies of your relevant works)
- Scanned copy of your Passport (photo page)
- Minimum IELTS 5.0 or TOEFL 60. If you haven’t taken these exams, you’ll need to take a language proficiency exam when you arrive. All programs are taught in English.
Please keep in mind that evaluation results will be announced within 3-4 working days after we receive all the required documents and conduct an interview (if necessary).
For your personal portfolio, please include a variety of works such as drawings, videos, paintings, graphic novels, thematic work, doodles, sketches, illustrations, mixed media, digital illustrations, animations, and photographs. Please organize your works in a single PDF file (and mp4 for videos) using www.smallpdf.com.
For enrollment, we kindly ask students to bring all of their original documents.
Admission Criteria
Fees & Funding
Tuition Fees
Scholarship Opportunities
For the upcoming 2023-2024 academic year, we are thrilled to announce that all international students will be eligible for a fantastic 50% tuition fee waiver scholarship upon admission.
Furthermore, we deeply appreciate your interview and portfolio. Based on their evaluation, you may also have the wonderful chance to receive an additional scholarship on your tuition fees, ranging from 75% to 100%.
Here at ARUCAD, we welcome students twice a year, during the Fall and Spring semesters. The next intake will be for the Spring semester, beginning in March.
Accreditations
Accreditations & Rankings
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| Council of Higher Education of the Republic of Turkey | Higher Education Planning, Accreditation Evaluation, and Coordination Council |
| https://www.yok.gov.tr/en | http://yodak.gov.ct.tr/ |
MEMBERSHIP
Accommodation
Available Accommodation in Kyrenia:
ACCOMMODATION
Arkin University of Creative Arts & Design (ARUCAD) offers a variety of accommodation options conveniently located within a 10-minute walking distance from the campus. Our dormitory provides both standard and luxurious flat-style accommodations, ensuring a safe, comfortable, and well-cared-for environment.
The flats can accommodate one, two, or four students with 2 double bedrooms. In addition to the bedrooms, each flat includes common areas such as a living room, kitchen, and bathroom.
All flats are equipped with air conditioning, wireless internet connection, and a television in the living room. You will also find a cozy lobby with a comfortable couch and television near the reception area.
Staying at university accommodation not only provides you with a place to stay but also helps you adjust more quickly to the new environment. With your personal needs taken care of, you can fully focus on your studies.
GENERAL SERVICES:
- General cleaning
- Reception / Concierge
- Generator
- Lobby
- Free internet in common areas and rooms
- Electricity (charged according to usage)
- Water (charged according to usage)
Note: Utility bills will be charged separately.
FLAT FEATURES:
- Living Room
- 2 bedrooms
- Beds
- Pillows, bed sheets, blankets, and towels (available for purchase)
- Built-in wardrobe
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Tea kettle
- 43’ LCD TV
- Wireless Internet
- AC’s in all rooms
- Internal phone set
- Curtains and blackout layer
- Bathroom with shower
Note: lux flats are situated on a higher floor; thus have beautiful sea and mountain views as well as better furniture setup.
ACCOMMODATION RATES | ||||
ACADEMIC YEAR 2023-2024(EURO) | ||||
Apart Occupancy | Apart Type | Deposit | Per Academic Year | Per Semester |
Quadruple | Standard | 250,00 € | 1.500,00 € | 800,00 € |
Double | Standard | 250,00 € | 3.000,00 € | 1.550,00 € |
Single | Standard | 250,00 € | 6.000,00 € | 3.050,00 € |
Double | Lux | 250,00 € | 3.300,00 € | 1.700,00 € |
Single | Lux | 250,00 € | 9.600,00 € | 4.850,00 € |
Note: 5% VAT is included | ||||
Electricity, water and cleaning fees are not included in the fee. | ||||
