Προκήρυξη:
Το Πανεπιστήμιο Λευκωσίας ανακοινώνει οκτώ (8) νέες θέσεις υποψήφιων διδακτόρων στο Πρόγραμμα Διδακτορικών Σπουδών στις Επιστήμες της Εκπαίδευσης για την Άνοιξη του 2027.
Προθεσμία υποβολής αιτήσεων: 30 Σεπτεμβρίου 2026
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The University of Nicosia is pleased to announce eight (8) new PhD positions in the PhD Programme in Education Sciences for Spring 2027.
This programme is offered in English.
We welcome applications from motivated candidates who are eager to pursue advanced research and make a meaningful contribution to the field of education. This demanding and research-focused doctoral programme supports the development of independent researchers equipped to advance knowledge, inform practice, and contribute to educational innovation. It is ideal for candidates who wish to pursue a career in academia but is also appropriate for those who would like to advance their careers in the field of education in general.
Profile of the programme
The PhD programme in Education Sciences is a rigorous and research-intensive doctoral programme designed for candidates who wish to make a substantial contribution to educational knowledge, theory, and practice. The programme is particularly well suited to those intending to pursue an academic career, while also offering strong preparation for professional advancement in educational leadership, policy, research, and related sectors.
Students may begin the programme in the Spring semester of 2027. Upon admission, each doctoral student is appointed a three-member supervisory team consisting of one primary supervisor and two secondary supervisors. This team supports the student throughout the doctoral journey, offering academic guidance and feedback at each stage. Regular progress reviews are conducted to help students maintain steady progress and receive the support required for successful completion of the degree. Students are expected to remain in close contact with their supervisors throughout their studies.
During the first year, PhD students are required to complete two advanced research methods courses which aim to prepare them for the design and development of their dissertation. After successfully completing their coursework, students will develop and submit a full research proposal of approximately 7,500 to 10,000 words. This document presents the planned study in detail, including its research focus, theoretical grounding, expected contribution, and proposed methodology. Once the proposal has been approved by the relevant committee, students proceed to the main research phase and the writing of their doctoral thesis. The final thesis is typically around 80,000 words in length.
Available Supervisors and Indicative Research Topics
Prof. Elena Papanastasiou (papanastasiou.e@unic.ac.cy)
- Artificial Intelligence as a new challenge in educational assessment
- Persistence or intelligence: Examining effort through process data
Additional requirements:
Strong knowledge of mathematics or programming is considered as an advantage
Prof. Natassa Economidou Stavrou (economidou.n@unic.ac.cy)
- Student voice in music education: Students as co-negotiators of the curriculum
Additional requirements:
Very good knowledge of English
Prof. Maria Evagorou (evagorou.m@unic.ac.cy)
- Argumentation, Dialogue & Scientific Practices: Exploring how students and teachers engage in reasoning, discussion, and knowledge construction in science learning environments.
- Socio-Scientific Issues & Citizenship Education: Investigating how controversial issues (e.g., climate crisis, AI, sustainability) can support critical thinking and active citizenship.
- STEM / STEAM Education & Innovation: Designing and evaluating interdisciplinary learning environments, with attention to equity, inclusion, and participation in STEM.
- Sustainability & Environmental Education: Focusing on climate crisis, ocean literacy, soil education, and fostering environmental awareness through science education.
Dr. Elisavet Pitri (pitri.e@unic.ac.cy)
- Visual expression, visual literacy, and forming identity in the 21st century.
- Educational enhancement of visual arts experiences at home, in schools, and in community contexts.
- Forms and contexts of visual play to enhance creative thinking.
- Stages and characteristics of the creative process in visual arts education.
- Folk Art as a Pedagogical Tool: Contemporary and inclusive approaches in education
Dr. Marina Rodosthenous-Balafa (rodosthenous.m@unic.ac.cy)
- Thematic and comparative analysis of adult literature
- Interartistic approaches to literature and literary studies
- Critical approaches to challenging picturebooks and visual storytelling
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Excellent knowledge of English
- Relevant specialisation courses and/or a BA or MA qualification in Literature and/or Literary Education
- Knowledge of the Modern Greek language will be considered an additional qualification, but is not a mandatory requirement.
Dr. Agni Stylianou-Georgiou (stylianou.a@unic.ac.cy)
- Creative instructional design in interdisciplinary learning environments
- Creating polyphonic meaning-making spaces: Embodied and multimodal approaches to learning
- Creative and responsible use of AI tools for fostering creativity through pluri-perspective leaning environments
Additional requirements:
Very good knowledge of English
Dr. Christiana Karousiou (karousiou.c@unic.ac.cy)
- School Leadership in the Age of Digitalization: An Empirical Investigation into Principals’ Perceptions and Practices Regarding Artificial Intelligence Integration.
- Reframing School Self-Evaluation: A Participatory Action Research Inquiry into the Role of Students as Co-Researchers.
- Students as Radical Agents of Change: Investigating the Transformative Potential of the ‘Students as Researchers’ Model in School Improvement.
Additional requirements:
Very good command of English (both oral and written)
Dr. Lefki Kourea (kourea.l@unic.ac.cy)
- Behavioral interventions for students with socio-emotional difficulties in inclusive classrooms
- Academic interventions (phonological awareness, fluency, comprehension, vocabulary) for students with learning disabilities and/or at risk for learning disabilities
- The impact of Multi-tiered systems of supports on school climate and student outcomes
- The impact of School-wide Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports on teacher and student outcomes
Additional requirements:
- Classroom teaching experience
- Very good command of English (oral and written)
Dr. Efi Nisiforou (nisiforou.e@unic.ac.cy)
- AI‑Driven Personalized Learning Ecosystems: Adaptive and Immersive Environments Integrating AI, Metaverse, and Emerging Technologies to Enhance Teacher and Student Skills in Digital Education.
Additional Requirements
- Excellent command of the English language.
- Master’s degree in Educational Technology, Computer Science Education, STEM Education, or a related field (will be considered an advantage).
- Demonstrated experience in the pedagogical use of digital technologies.
Dr. Angela Hadjipanteli (hadjipanteli.a@unic.ac.cy)
- Drama education and pedagogical virtues
- Drama education as a teaching method
- Theatre education and artistry: Development of poetic, social, and ethical virtues
- The art of storytelling in teaching and learning
Additional requirements:
- Familiarity with research in drama/theatre education (preferably through postgraduate studies)
- Very good knowledge of English
Dr. Evdokia Pitta (pitta.ev@unic.ac.cy)
- The role of morphological awareness in the development of writing skills among learners of Greek as a second or foreign language.
- Enhancing young children’s reading and spelling skills through targeted intervention programmes.
Additional requirements:
Very good knowledge of English
Dr. Argyro Fella (fella.a@unic.ac.cy)
- Cognitive and linguistic factors for specific learning disorders (e.g., development, cognitive profiles, neurophysiology)
- Design and implementation of reading intervention programmes
Additional requirements:
- Teaching experience
- Very good knowledge of English
General Admission Requirements
Minimum requirement:
- A Master’s degree from an accredited university
- Proof of English proficiency. This is provided by either a degree from an English-speaking university, or test scores as follows:
- TOEFL: minimum score 600 (paper-based) or 250 (computer-based)
- GCSE “O” Level: minimum grade B
- IELTS: 7
- An initial research proposal (up to 5,000 words) outlining the research problem, literature review, and proposed methodology
- Two recommendation letters (from the last three years) from individuals who have known the applicant in their professional capacity
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Good academic record as evident by official academic transcripts (undergraduate and postgraduate)
- Certified copies of previous degrees should also be attached
- Evidence of engagement in educational research is considered as a strong advantage
Key Dates
- Application deadline: September 30, 2026
- Programme start: Spring Semester 2027