Applicants receiving their Bachelor’s degree in the spring or summer after the application deadline of February 1st should submit transcripts documenting their undergraduate career up to that point as part of their application.
You can apply for a programme taught in Icelandic if you are an exchange student and intend to choose a course or courses taught in English (or other languages) within the programme, or if you are fluent in Icelandic.
The University of Iceland does not offer any grants or scholarships for students. Grants and funds are only available for students already registered at the University.
You always have to apply for a full study programme to study at the University of Iceland.
Applications for change of study programme are only open to students at the undergraduate level. Students at the graduate level need to apply for a new programme during general admission periods.
Many programmes taught in Icelandic require fluent Icelandic but some courses within the programme may be taught in English or other languages.
The University Gym is open to students and staff for a modest fee. Passes are sold at the Service Desk, University Centre.
The staff at the University of Iceland Student Counselling Centre (UISCC) offers students counselling and support during their studies.
AI can be a powerful tool for simplifying and expediting tasks if handled correctly. In this context, the University of Iceland believes it is important for students and instructors to follow basic principles.
A student must apply for a work permit to work in Iceland. A student may not start working before a work permit has been granted.