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= Intercollege = Intercollege is an independent, coeducational, institution of higher education, located in Cyprus, with campuses in Nicosia, Limassol and Larnaca. It offers Bachelor, Diploma and Certificate programmes in the fields of Accounting, Business Administration, Hospitality and Tourism, Culinary Arts, Aesthetics and Beauty Therapy, Computer Technology, and more. The College’s programmes are modelled on American and European higher education, and maintains close links with a number of European and American universities.

Programmes

 * Intercollege Nicosia
 * Intercollege Limassol
 * Intercollege Larnaca
 * Bachelor Degrees (Intercollege)
 * Bachelor Degrees (Middlesex University)
 * Higher Diplomas (3 years)
 * Diplomas (2 years)
 * Certificates (1 year)

History
Intercollege was founded in 1980 by a private initiative to prepare students for the examinations of British professional bodies. In 1981, the it began expanding its programmes towards academic degrees. It also prepared students for the College Level Examination Program (CLEP) examinations, which were accepted by the University of the State of New York and the Thomas Edison State College towards their external degrees.

1980s
Intercollege of Management and Communication Studies (IMCS) was founded as a tertiary level institution offering the programmes of various British professional bodies such as the Communication, Advertising and Marketing Foundation (CAM), the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) and the Association of Business Executives (ABE). The first international students join the College. Internal certificates (after one year of study) and diplomas (after two years of study) are offered in programmes such as Business Administration, Hotel Management, Marketing, Public Relations, and Advertising. Instruction started for the University of the State of New York (USNY) external degrees through recognized external examiners, such as the College Level Examination Program (CLEP) and the Proficiency Examination Programme (PEP), for which Intercollege becomes a testing center. In 1983, internal bachelor's degree programmes introduced for majors such as hotel management, business administration,and liberal arts, computer science leading to internal qualification. The British professional programme of IDPM (Institute of Data Processing Management) is introduced.

In 1984, Intercollege students begin transferring to accredited universities: e.g. University of Maryland (Hotel Management), University of Strathclyde (Post-Graduate Diploma in Business Administration). The Thomas Edison State College external degree programme is offered. The Chartered Association of Certified Accountants (ACCA) programme is introduced. In 1985, the University of Indianapolis programmes in Business Administration and Business Data Processing are introduced. The Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) British professional programme begins and the Secretarial Studies programme is offered. In 1986, the Travel and Tourism programme, modeled on IATA and British Airways training programs, is introduced. All programmes are adapted to the American higher education system by including general education requirements. A semester and credit system is adopted. The University of Indianapolis MBA programme is offered. Intercollege establishes the Limassol Campus.

In 1987, the Nursery Education Diploma programme commences. The Computer Engineering programme is offered. Intercollege Limassol Campus moves to its present location. In 1988, Intercollege Larnaca Campus begins operation after merging with a small local college, and in 1989 the Cyprus Review, an Intercollege scholarly social science journal, begins to be published.The Brunel University/Henley College distance learning MBA is offered at the College. The Trenton State College MEd. is offered at the Intercollege Larnaca Campus.

1990s
In 1991, the MBA of Netherlands International Institute of Management (RVB) is introduced (substituting for the University of Indianapolis MBA). The Intercollege degree in Hotel Management secures exemptions from the British professional body Hotel, Catering and Institutional Management (HCIMA). The Law programme is launched. Intercollege Press begins publishing scholarly books about Cyprus covering social, political and economic aspects of the island. Intercollege initiates a European process of accreditation through the National Council for Educational Awards (NCEA) of the Republic of Ireland. In 1996, Intercollege becomes regionally accredited by the NCA (North Central Association), (in conjunction with the University of Indianapolis) to offer Associate, bachelors and master's degrees.

In 1997, Intercollege receives programme accreditation by the National Council for Educational Awards (NCEA). New graduate programmes in Psychology and International Relations are approved. In 1998, the first results of local accreditation, 79 programs are accredited island-wide. 35 of these programs are offered by Intercollege. The Business programme is accredited at all levels by the European Council for Business Education (ECBE). In 1999, the Pre-Medicine programme is launched.

2000s
Bachelor's degrees in business administration, computer science, computer engineering, hospitality (hotel) management, pre-primary education and communications are accredited. In 2001, four new schools are created: the School of Business, the School of Sciences and Engineering, the School of Education, and the School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law. Departments with Heads are set up to substitute the Programme Coordinators. The College sets up a Unit of Environmental Studies, together with Ecognosia, and a Center for Applied Research. In 2002, Intercollege submits to the Minister of Education the Articles of Association for the creation of a non-profit institution that will seek university status. The College creates the Mediterranean Institute of Gender Studies, the Center for Sustainable Development, a Business Incubator Unit and a Unit for Distance and Work-Based Learning. In 2003, the B.A. and M.A. degrees in International relations get accredited., and in 2004, the MBA degree gets accredited.

In 2005, KYSATS approve three distance learning programmes offered through Intercollege: the M.Sc. in Business Information Technology by Middlesex U.; the MBA of Henley Management College; the Master of Laws of the U. of London; and the Masters and Doctorate in Sport Management of the U.S. Sports Academy. The law providing for the establishment of Private Universities is passed by Parliament in July.

In 2007, the University of Nicosia is established, with all academic programmes of Intercollege Nicosia Campus transferred to it. In 2010, a collaborative agreement is signed with the University of Hertfordshire. Programmes began in Physiotherapy, Nutrition, Pharmacy and Environmental Management. These are delivered by Intercollege, while students will receive University of Hertfordshire degrees.

Erasmus+ Programme
Intercollege participates in the Erasmus+ Programme, enabling students, faculty and staff to pursue learning mobility activities at universities and colleges across the globe.