Cyprus IOAI Team Training

Train to represent Cyprus at the International Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence (IOAI).

Officially accredited by the IOAI.

What is the IOAI?

The International Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence (IOAI) is one of the newest global competitions in AI – and it has quickly become a major event.

Despite only being in its third edition, it’s already recognized for bringing together top AI talent and helping set global best practices. Winning a medal is a huge achievement for any school student.

Who can join?

School students

You must still be enrolled in school as of 2026.

Aged 13–20

You must be under 20 years old by the start of the IOAI (August 2026).

Living in Cyprus

Only students resident in the Republic of Cyprus are eligible.

Training schedule

2025–2026

The training program started in November 2025 and runs for the duration of the academic year.

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Why join?

IOAI is a prestigious olympiad

An IOAI diploma will open doors and make it easier to apply to the world’s top universities

More about the IOAI

Full scholarship from the JetBrains Foundation

Win a prize at IOAI, and you could earn a full scholarship to study for a Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence BSc at Neapolis University Pafos.

More about the CSAI BSc

Meet like-minded people

Through participation in our training camps, you will have the opportunity to build a community of like-minded peers, form lasting friendships, and establish connections for life.

The camps are packed with learning – and fun! Expect stimulating study sessions and unforgettable memories.

JetBrains expertise

JetBrains has supported CS education for over 20 years – from school programmes to global competitions. Our experts also prepare school students for the IOI, IMO, and other competitions.

Events for school students

IOAI accreditation

JetBrains is the official IOAI coordinator in Cyprus and is responsible for selecting and training the national team.

Learn more

How to apply

Fill out a short application form.
Join our open online classes.
Top performers will be invited to the February camp!

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Instructors

JetBrains team

Alexander Avdiushenko

I am a lecturer, researcher, and data scientist with over nine years of experience in data science, analysis, and educational programs for the tech industry. I love both machine learning and human learning.

NUP BSc student

Svyatoslav Suglobov

I am a medalist in international competitions and have authored several methodological guides and educational courses. I am currently pursuing a BSc in Computer Science and AI at Neopolis University Pafos.

CUB Master's student

Danila Biktimirov

I am a researcher specializing in Generative AI, Graph Representation Learning, and Bayesian methods, currently pursuing a Master’s degree at CUB in Bremen. I hold an academic background from HSE in Moscow and Neapolis University Pafos.

Project Coordinator in Education, JetBrains

Natalia Kitaeva

Organizer

Collaborate with us

We invite sponsors and partners to support students representing Cyprus at the IOAI. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please contact us at nup@jetbrains.com

Steering Committee

Chair

Savvas Chatzichristofis

Member of National Committee for Artificial Intelligence of Cyprus, Vice Chancellor for Research and Innovation and Professor of Artificial Intelligence, Neapolis University Pafos.

Memeber

Panicos Masouras

Secretary of Cyprus Computer Society, Assistant Professor in the Department of Nursing, School of Health Sciences at Cyprus University of Technology.

Secretary

Alexander Avdiushenko

Researcher at JetBrains, lecturer at Neapolis University Pafos.

Have any questions?

Get in touch with us at nup@jetbrains.com – we’re always happy to help!

This training is supported by

Leptos Group

Sponsor

The Leptos Group is a leading organization in Land and Building Development and Real Estate, as well as Travel and Tourism, Healthcare and Education, with a success history of over 65 years.

The Group has achieved its leading position through the professionalism and team effort of its employees and its international network of sales service in 75 countries, its vast investment in land purchasing and an effective aftersales service support.

JetBrains Foundation

This event is supported by JetBrains Foundation, part of the JetBrains group, among others dedicated to empowering communities and advancing tech education worldwide.

Neapolis University Pafos

Neapolis University Pafos (NUP) is one of the leading private universities in Cyprus. Established in 2010, NUP is a vibrant academic institution that strongly emphasizes high-quality higher education and cutting-edge applied knowledge. NUP is dedicated to offering excellent educational services to its academic community, as well as the broader national and international communities.

TLF & The Island School

Dedicated to supporting the brightest minds in STEM, Technology Leaders of the Future (TLF) offers fully funded scholarships for advanced study in partnership with The Island Private School. The TLF program combines an advanced IB curriculum with contributions from leading educators from the US and Europe.

We offer unique educational opportunities at the intersection of Technology and Entrepreneurship.