Language skills
Programme length
Half year - 30 ECTS
Study mode
Face-to-face learning
Distance learning
Online learning
Application status
International students:
Students with Icelandic or Nordic citizenship:
- Are you not sure what you want to study?
- Do you want to design your own programme?
- Do you want to build your professional skills and pursue your personal interests?
This is a 30 ECTS micro-credential that allows you to design your own programme by choosing the courses that most interest you at at the School of Humanities.
See all undergraduate courses at the School of Humanities.
Other
UI also offers humanities as:
- A 60 ECTS minor, alongside a 120 ECTS major in another subject.
See more about majors and minors under ‘Helpful content’ at the bottom of this page.
Icelandic matriculation examination (stúdentspróf) or equivalent qualification. Further information can be found in the regulation on admission requirements for undergraduate studies in the School of Humanities no. 331/2022.
Students have a free choice of courses within the four Faculties of the School of Humanities: overview of courses inside the School of Humanities.
Students are not allowed to take self-directed studies and beginners courses offered through the Language Centre. Students are also not allowed to take individual projects.
Programme structure
The University of Iceland collaborates with over 400 universities worldwide. This provides a unique opportunity for UI students to pursue a part of their studies abroad, gain valuable international experience, and strengthen their position in the job market.
Opportunities
Study abroad is always subject to faculty approval.
Requirements
Students can only apply for study abroad if their study programme is at least:
- 90 ECTS credits for undergraduate programmes
- 60 ECTS credits for graduate programmes
Recognition
Students can get courses taken abroad recognised towards their degree at UI so the mobility does not have to prolong the studies at UI. Students must agree with their faculty on the recognition of courses before the start of the mobility by signing a learning agreement.
Humanities graduates can find careers in an astonishingly wide range of fields.
For example:
- communications
- media
- education
- culture
- administratio
- international cooperation
- human resources
- technology and innovation
This list is not exhaustive
There is no specific student organisation for this programme, but students meet frequently in the Student Cellar.
Students appreciate the University of Iceland for its strong academic reputation, modern campus facilities, close-knit community, and affordable tuition.
Study wheel
What interests you?
How to apply
Follow the path
If you still have questions, feel free to contact us.
School of Humanities
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