Marios Vryonides

Marios Vryonides serves as Vice-Rector for Research and External Affairs at the European University Cyprus (EUC), where he holds the rank of Professor in Sociology of Education and Research Methods. He is affiliated with the School of Humanities, Social and Education Sciences and the Department of Education Sciences. His academic qualifications include a PhD in Sociology of Education from the University of London’s Institute of Education (2003), MA in Sociology from the University of Essex (1997), and BA in Sociology from Panteion University (1996).

His research focuses on interethnic relations in schools, educational inequalities, prison education innovation, and the sociological impacts of economic crises. Notable projects include leading the ELMIP project (2017–2019) on prison education models and coordinating Cyprus’ participation in the European Social Survey since 2007. He has also contributed to global initiatives like the European Media Coach Initiative (2017–2020).

Dr. Vryonides has authored over 50 publications, including works on cultural reproduction during the pandemic, immigrant integration in schools, and the effects of brain drain on Cypriot academia. His editorial roles span journals like Qualitative Sociology and the Journal of Sociology and Social Policy. He serves as a Horizon 2020 committee representative for Cyprus and has reviewed proposals for the European Commission’s MSCA-IF program.

His work emphasizes bridging theoretical sociology with practical educational reforms, particularly in marginalized populations such as prisoners and newly arrived migrants. He advocates for inclusive assessment frameworks and innovative learning models that address systemic inequalities exacerbated by crises and globalization.