The deadline for international students to apply for the graduate programme in Environment and Natural Resources is 1 February each year. Nordic citizens are exempt and may apply for graduate studies until 15 April. Citizens of countries outside the EEA/EFTA (with the exception of the Faroe Islands and Greenland), applying for studies at the University of Iceland, are required to pay a fee of EUR 50 (ISK 8,000) for the handling and processing of their applications. The fee is charged as part of the online application process and is payable by credit card (VISA or Mastercard) only. The handling and processing fee is NOT refundable. An online application form is available while applications are being accepted. An applicant needs to create an account in the UI Communication portal in order to apply. This is done by using an e-mail you have and creating a password. Then you need to click on 'Create an account' and an email will be sent to you, where you need to confirm your identity. After that, you can sign into the Communication portal and start your application. Later you can follow the process of your application by signing in to the same Communication portal. The deadline for submitting supporting documents is 15 February, as specified in the confirmation email received when submitting an application. Master's Programme in Environment and Natural Resources The following supporting documents must be submitted either as PDF in the online application form and/or mailed directly. Programme selection From a drop-down menu of graduate programmes select "Environment and Natural Resources, Master 120 ECTS" and then one of the available specialisations. Environment and Natural Resources Sustainable Energy and Industrial Systems Environmental Management, Science and Policy Natural Resource Management Marine Resource Management Renewable Energy - Energy Economics, Policy and Sustainability Passport Submit as PDF in online application. A PDF document containing a scan of the information page of the applicant's passport or other valid travel ID. Please include your name in the file name along with a descriptive title, for example: Jane_Smith_Passport.pdf CV or resumé Submit as PDF in online application. In addition to your personal contact information and educational history (some of which will overlap with the information you provide on the online application form), you should list your teaching experience, conference and other presentations and publications, employment history, honours and awards, as well as relevant extracurricular activities. Please include your name in the file name along with a descriptive title, for example: Jane_Smith_CV.pdf Statement of purpose Submit as PDF in online application. A short description of your motivation for applying for the Environment and Natural Resources Master's programme (1-2 pages A4). State the reasons why you want to pursue graduate work in the field of environment and natural resources, the issues and problems you want to address, and your professional goals. Briefly describe why you choose the University of Iceland. Please include your name in the file name along with a descriptive title, for example: Jane_Smith_statement.pdf Diploma and transcript Submit as PDF in online application AND send certified copies by post. Submitted online: A scanned copy of undergraduate diploma(s) and a transcript of records in PDF form. Applicants who are completing their undergraduate degree must also upload a transcript of records that includes the courses they are currently registered for, along with a confirmation of graduation. Please include your name in the file name along with a descriptive title, for example: Jane_Smith_transcript.pdf Sent by post: Transcripts of records from the latest educational institution attended must be certified copies (stamped and signed), mailed directly to the address below: University of Iceland Student Registration - Foreign Applications Háskólatorg, Sæmundargata 4 IS-102 Reykjavík, Iceland Applicants who have completed their undergraduate degree(s) at the University of Iceland after 1981 are exempt from submitting transcripts. References Include names and email addresses of two referees in the online application AND ask them to send references by email OR post. Two confidential reference forms should be sent directly by the referees to the University of Iceland (see below). Referees should ideally be the applicant's current or former university teachers, or superiors at their place of employment. Referees must not be family members or close friends. The referees should send a completed reference form, including a 1-page evaluation of the applicant. It's the applicant's responsibility to make sure references are sent to the University of Iceland. Here you can find the reference and evaluation form. Please ask your referees to send the completed form (both pages) directly to the University of Iceland. They may be submitted either: By email (PDF file as attachment) to transcript@hi.is with "Reference letter - Applicants name - Environment and Natural Resources" in the subject line. Only accepted if sent directly by the referees.OR By post to the address below. Only accepted if in sealed envelopes: University of Iceland Student Registration - Foreign Applications Háskólatorg, Sæmundargata 4 IS-102 Reykjavík, Iceland Proof of English proficiency The language of instruction is English and an adequate command of spoken and written English is required for admission. All international applicants whose native language is not English, are required to provide proof of English proficiency in the form of TOEFL, IELTS or Cambridge English (CAE or CPE) tests. Minimum score TOEFL 85, IELTS 6.5 More information about English proficiency and possible exemptions. Doctorate Programme in Environment and Natural Resources The following supporting documents must be submitted either as PDF in the online application form and/or mailed directly. Programme selection From a drop-down menu of graduate programmes select "Environment and Natural Resources Doctorate 180 ECTS". Passport Submit as PDF in online application. A PDF document containing a scan of the information page of the applicant's passport or other valid travel ID. Please include your name in the file name along with a descriptive title, for example: Jane_Smith_Passport.pdf CV or résumé Submit as PDF in online application. In addition to your personal contact information and educational history (some of which will overlap with the information you provide on the online application form), you should list your teaching experience, conference and other presentations and publications, employment history, honours and awards, as well as relevant extracurricular activities. Please include your name in the file name along with a descriptive title, for example: Jane_Smith_CV.pdf Statement of purpose Submit as PDF in online application. A short description of your motivation for applying for the Environment and Natural Resources doctoral programme (1-2 pages A4). State the reasons why you want to pursue graduate work in the field of environment and natural resources, the issues and problems you want to address, and your professional goals. Briefly describe why you choose the University of Iceland. Please include your name in the file name along with a descriptive title, for example: Jane_Smith_statement.pdf Research Proposal Submit as PDF in online application. Must include the following: Information regarding your academic supervisors for the PhD (doctoral committee). Financial arrangements (Applying for scholarships, sponsored by employer, or other, please specify). Research proposal. Including: Aim (approx. ½ p.) Scientific background, state of the art and scientific value of the project (2-4 p.) Project design (methods) (2-3 p.) Timeframe and study plan (1/2-1 p.) Specific goals (scientific papers expected from the project) (½-1 p.) Please include your name in the file name along with a descriptive title, for example: Jane_Smith_proposal.pdf Diploma and transcript Submit as PDF in online application AND send certified copies by post. Submitted online: A scanned copy of previous diploma(s) and a transcript of records in PDF form (both undergraduate and masters). Please include your name in the file name along with a descriptive title, for example: Jane_Smith_transcript.pdf Sent by post: Transcripts of records from the latest educational institution attended must be certified copies (stamped and signed), mailed directly to the address below: University of Iceland Student Registration - Foreign Applications Háskólatorg, Sæmundargata 4 IS-102 Reykjavík, Iceland Applicants who have completed their previous degree(s) at the University of Iceland after 1981 are exempt from submitting transcripts. References Include names and email addresses of two referees in the online application AND ask them to send references by email OR post. Two confidential reference forms should be sent directly by the referees to the University of Iceland (see below). Referees should ideally be the applicant's current or former university teachers, or superiors at their place of employment. Referees must not be family members or close friends. The referees should send a completed reference form, including a 1-page evaluation of the applicant. It's the applicant's responsibility to make sure references are sent to the University of Iceland. Here you can find the reference and evaluation form. Please ask your referees to send the completed form (both pages) directly to the University of Iceland. They may be submitted either: By email (PDF file as attachment) to transcript@hi.is with "Reference letter - Applicants name - Environment and Natural Resources" in the subject line. Only accepted if sent directly by the referees.OR By post to the address below. Only accepted if in sealed envelopes: University of Iceland Student Registration - Foreign Applications Háskólatorg, Sæmundargata 4 IS-102 Reykjavík, Iceland Supervisor Include the name and email address of academic supervisor for the PhD in the online application form. Proof of English proficiency The language of instruction is English and an adequate command of spoken and written English is required for admission. All international applicants whose native language is not English, are required to provide proof of English proficiency in the form of TOEFL, IELTS or Cambridge English (CAE or CPE) tests. Minimum score TOEFL 85, IELTS 6.5 More information about English proficiency and possible exemptions. Master's programme PhD programme facebooklinkedintwitter
