CURC offers a forum for promoting the interests of the Cyprus universities, and more specifically, aims to ensure the autonomy of the universities while advocating for the quality of higher education and research.

The objectives of the CURC are:

1. To formulate and represent the common views of its members, in order to inform higher education national regulations and legislation.
2. To provide its members with information on pressing matters and developments regarding higher education and research as well as other related matters.
3. To undertake studies and prepare position papers that can inform strategic decisions, policies and regulations for higher education at the local and EU level.

According to the Cyprus Ministry of Education, Sport and Youth, the Cyprus government policy regarding Higher Education aims to address the local needs for Higher Education and establish Cyprus as a Regional Educational and Research Centre, a hub for international scholars and students alike.

The Higher Education System in Cyprus is shaped by the European Higher Education, as outlined by the Bologna Process. Higher Education Institutions in Cyprus consist of Public Universities, Private Universities, Public Institutions of Tertiary Education and Private Institutions of Tertiary Education.

The Cyprus higher education community endorses the principles of the European Higher Education Area (EHEA), as those were formed under the Bologna process. Cyprus, and specifically CyQAA, is a full member of the European Association for Quality Assurance (ENQA).

Moreover, CURC is a member of the European University Association (EUA), representing over 900 members and affiliates and representing Rectors’ Conferences across 48 European countries.