Cyprus Joins the MIT MISTI Map:
Global Teaching Labs 2026 – A STEM Program for 15–18 yo

Be Part of the First-Ever MIT Experience in the Mediterranean

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A Historic First for Cyprus ✨

In January 2026, MIT’s prestigious MISTI Global Teaching Labs program will arrive in Cyprus for the very first time — bringing world-class STEM education to an island where ancient culture meets a booming tech ecosystem.

Over three weeks, in three cities, across three universities, MIT students will join forces with top Cypriot university students to deliver a hands-on robotics and STEM curriculum to talented high schoolers and first-year university students.

This program will bridge borders, empower youth, and create an educational legacy that connects Cyprus to MIT’s global innovation network.

What the Program Delivers

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Hands-On Robotics Curriculum

Co-created and delivered by MIT students and trained Cypriot co-instructors, tailored to the local academic context.

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Top Talent Collaboration

MIT students will work alongside six senior students from partner universities who will be trained as co-instructors.

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Opportunities for Learners

Up to 45 high school students (public & private K–12) and first-year university students will participate through a competitive selection process.

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Global-Local Fusion

Integrating MIT’s teaching methods with the expertise of local universities and industry mentors.

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Cyprus

Why Cyprus? Why Now?

Cyprus is rapidly emerging as the Mediterranean’s Silicon Valley:

Booming Tech Sector

Booming Tech Sector – Rapid IT growth with multinational firms setting up headquarters.

National Support –

National Support – Backed by the Cyprus Computer Society, TechIsland, and leading companies

Safety & Stability

Safety & Stability – A “Green Zone” country with full cultural openness.

Untapped Talent

Untapped Talent – Students eager for mentorship, innovation, and real-world skills

Partner Universities & Locations

University of Cyprus (Nicosia)

University of Cyprus (Nicosia)

The academic powerhouse and research leader.

The academic powerhouse and research leader.

Cyprus University of Technology (Limassol)

Cyprus University of Technology (Limassol)

Hub of applied sciences and entrepreneurship.

Neapolis University (Paphos)

Neapolis University
(Paphos)

Coastal center for cross-disciplinary learning.

The academic powerhouse and research leader.

Lumio Private School (Paphos)

Lumio Private School (Paphos)

Cyprus’ first progressive school, innovating early STEM.

Cyprus’ first progressive school, innovating early STEM.

Supporters Making History Possible

Supported by:

Organiser:

JetBrainsJetBrains Foundation

Global software development leader, MIT program co-organizer, providing technical mentorship and curriculum expertise.

Global software development leader, MIT program co-organizer, providing technical mentorship and curriculum expertise.

JetBrainsKidIT Cyprus

Global software development leader, MIT program co-organizer, providing technical mentorship and curriculum expertise.

Cyprus’ leading family tech-education innovator, connecting MIT with schools, universities, and industry.

Legacy Partner:

payabl.payabl.

Global software development leader, MIT program co-organizer, providing technical mentorship and curriculum expertise.

Fintech innovator offering next-gen global payment solutions.

ExnessExness

Global software development leader, MIT program co-organizer, providing technical mentorship and curriculum expertise.

Global online multi-asset broker supporting innovation and education.

Catalyst Partners:

Space 307Space 307

Space307 is an international full-service FinTech company with a team of more than 280 software development and marketing experts.

Space 307Mellow.io

Mellow.io is a service that provides a global contractor-of-record (COR) platform for businesses to manage and pay contingent workers and freelancers in over 100 countries

Under the Auspice of

TechIslandTechIsland

Global software development leader, MIT program co-organizer, providing technical mentorship and curriculum expertise.

TechIsland is the leading tech association in Cyprus, representing a dynamic community of over 350 member companies.

Established in 2021 as a non-profit organization, TechIsland’s mission is to transform Cyprus into a thriving tech island. Its work is driven by three core pillars: acting as the voice of the tech industry, strengthening collaboration within the tech ecosystem, and championing initiatives with meaningful social impact. Learn more about TechIsland by visiting https://thetechisland.org/, Linkedin, Facebook, Instagram.

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TechIslandThe Cyprus Computer Society (CCS)

Global software development leader, MIT program co-organizer, providing technical mentorship and curriculum expertise.

The Cyprus Computer Society (CCS) is a professional, scientific and independent non-profit organization, founded in 1984 with the aim of developing, upgrading and promoting the IT sector in Cyprus.

Established in 2021 as a non-profit organization, TechIsland’s mission is to transform Cyprus into a thriving tech island. Its work is driven by three core pillars: acting as the voice of the tech industry, strengthening collaboration within the tech ecosystem, and championing initiatives with meaningful social impact. Learn more about TechIsland by visiting https://thetechisland.org/, Linkedin, Facebook, Instagram.

JetBrains

JetBrains

Global software development leader, MIT program co-organizer, providing technical mentorship and curriculum expertise.

Global software development leader, MIT program co-organizer, providing technical mentorship and curriculum expertise.

Organiser

KidIT Cyprus

KidIT Cyprus

Cyprus’ leading family tech-education innovator, connecting MIT with schools, universities, and industry.

Cyprus’ leading family tech-education innovator, connecting MIT with schools, universities, and industry.

Organiser

payabl.

payabl.

Fintech innovator offering next-gen global payment solutions.

Fintech innovator offering next-gen global payment solutions.

Legacy Partner

Exness

Exness

Global online multi-asset broker supporting innovation and education.

Global online multi-asset broker supporting innovation and education.

Legacy Partner

Space 307

Space 307

Global online multi-asset broker supporting innovation and education.

Space307 is an international full-service FinTech company with a team of more than 280 software development and marketing experts.

The company is building a team of bright individualities, appreciating each other’s differences, while common values contribute to synergy.

Catalyst Partner

TechIsland

TechIsland

The largest tech community in Cyprus, linking the program to 250+ member companies and media platforms.

The largest tech community in Cyprus, linking the program to 250+ member companies and media platforms.

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Program Timeline

Oct–Nov 2025

Student selection (high school and university), co-instructor recruitment.

Program refinement and instructor training.

Nov–Dec 2025

Jan 2026

4 weeks of immersive learning:

Week 1 –  5-9 Jan. - preparation week of coworking of MIT students with local students and mentors - Paphos (Neapolis University)

Week 2 –  12 - 16 Jan - 1st program in Paphos (Lumio Private School)

Week 3 – 19 - 23 Jan - 2nd program in Nicosia (University of Cyprus)

Week 4 – 26-30 Jan - 3d program Limassol (Cyprus University of Technology)

Feedback, outcome reporting, and planning for future editions.

Feb 2026

How to apply

If you are a high school student or first year  university student in Cyprus (public or private) and want to be part of this once-in-a-lifetime learning experience, you can apply in two stages:

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Pass an interview

 📧 Yulia Tarasova | yulia@kidit.pro | +357 99281452

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