UNIC-School of Veterinary Medicine

11/07/2025

The University of Nicosia School of Veterinary Medicine, in collaboration with the Nicosia Race Club, operates a newly renovated Equine Clinic, located within the club’s grounds.

Designed to support both clinical practice and education, the clinic is equipped with advanced surgical and diagnostic facilities, as well as dedicated teaching and study areas.

Under the supervision of a team of specialised equine veterinarians—who also serve as academic staff—students benefit from hands-on clinical training in a real-world setting.

This partnership enhances the School’s mission to deliver high-quality veterinary education while supporting the health and welfare of the equine community in Cyprus.

09/07/2025

| Professional Staff | UNIC Health | Friday, 18th July 2025

UNIC Health, supporting the strategic growth of its Medical and Veterinary Schools, seeks a full-time Course Administrator based in Nicosia to join its Team on a fixed-term contract, for a time period of 6 months as a maternity cover.

ℹ For more information, please visit: https://www.unic.ac.cy/vet/2025/07/04/course-administrator-maternity-cover/

02/07/2025

| Professional Staff | UNIC Health | Wednesday, 16th July 2025

UNIC Health, supporting the strategic growth of its Medical and Veterinary Schools, seeks a full-time Communications Officer based in Nicosia to join its Team.

ℹ For more information, please visit: https://www.unic.ac.cy/med/2025/07/02/communications-officer/

02/07/2025

📢 UNIC and PLAKENTIA Group launch veterinary training partnership

The University of Nicosia School of Veterinary Medicine and PLAKENTIA Group of Veterinary Clinics are pleased to announce their partnership, effective this year. Πλακεντία Κτηνιατρική Κλινική

This collaboration brings together the academic expertise of the University of Nicosia with the clinical experience of PLAKENTIA’s extensive network of veterinary facilities including veterinary clinics in Athens (Agia Paraskevi & Alimos), Thessaloniki, and Syros island. The partnership expands the clinical training and clinical research opportunities of the School, beyond Cyprus.

➡️ Read more 👇
https://www.unic.ac.cy/vet/2025/07/01/unic-and-plakentia-group-launch-veterinary-training-partnership/

27/06/2025

Take a look inside the University of Nicosia’s Equine Clinic at the Nicosia Race Club, where veterinary students get real hands-on experience with horses.

This modern clinic combines expert care with practical learning, helping students build essential skills while supporting the local equestrian community.

A joint effort by the UNIC School of Veterinary Medicine and the Nicosia Race Club.

Find out more: https://www.unic.ac.cy/vet/

18/06/2025

👌 Tips for creating beautiful, loving, respectful, and caring relationships with our animals.

18/06/2025

🔬 UNIC research presented at European veterinary forums

The University of Nicosia School of Veterinary Medicine contributed to two important conferences in May 2025, sharing research on cattle health and parasitic disease control.

These presentations highlight UNIC Health’s ongoing commitment to advancing research in veterinary medicine and promoting international collaboration.

🔗 Read more: 👉 https://www.unic.ac.cy/vet/2025/06/18/unic-research-presented-at-european-veterinary-forums/

UNIC research presented at European veterinary forums June 2025 The School of Veterinary Medicine contributed research findings at two European veterinary conferences in May 2025, focusing on cattle health management and parasitic disease control. The European Buiatrics Congress 2025 (15-16 May) in....

04/06/2025

| Professional Staff | UNIC Health | Monday, 16th June 2025

UNIC Health, supporting the strategic growth of its Medical and Veterinary Schools, seeks a full-time Course Administrator based in Nicosia to join its Team.

ℹ For more information, please visit: https://www.unic.ac.cy/vet/2025/06/03/course-administrator/

04/06/2025

| Professional Staff | UNIC Health | Tuesday, 10th June 2025

UNIC Health, supporting the strategic growth of its Medical and Veterinary Schools, seeks a Student Services Officer based in Nicosia to join its Team.

ℹ For more information, please visit: https://www.unic.ac.cy/vet/2025/05/27/student-services-officer/

03/06/2025

📍 Training Seminar | Sustainable Pig Farming in Cyprus
🗓️ 29 May 2025
📌 Topic: First Milk and Suckling Piglets

The UNIC School of Veterinary Medicine, in collaboration with UNIPORK Cyprus Ltd, successfully hosted the latest in a series of expert-led training seminars aimed at enhancing pig farming practices across Cyprus.

This session focused on a crucial early stage in piglet development—colostrum intake—highlighting key issues such as diseases resulting from poor-quality colostrum and factors that influence absorption in high-yield litters.

🎓 Featured speakers included:
🔹 Dr Georgios Nikolaou, Clinical Assistant Professor at UNIC SVM
🔹 Dr Ioannis Arsenakis, Assistant Professor at the Agricultural University of Athens

💬 The seminar concluded with a vibrant open discussion, reinforcing our commitment to advancing animal health, productivity, and sustainability in local pig farming.

29/05/2025

: Seminar on Colostrum and Suckling Piglets

A specialised training session for UNIPORK producers, in collaboration with the School of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Nicosia.

- Dr Georgios Nicolaou, Clinical Assistant Professor, presents findings from field investigations into sudden sow deaths in Cypriot pig farms.

- Dr Ioannis Arsenakis, Assistant Professor at the Agricultural University of Athens, discusses key factors influencing colostrum intake in piglets from hyperprolific sows, highlighting challenges in early nutrition and piglet survival.