Division of Academic Affairs

The staff members of the Academic Affairs office take care of various issues concerning academical matters and university administration, working closely with the Academic Affairs Committee and the Office of the Rector. Overseeing the publication of the UI online Course Catalogue is among the responsibilities of the staff members, as well as ensuring the eligibility and appointment of external examiners. In cooperation with the Office of the Rector, the Academic Office also participates in the publication and revision of regulations established by the University Council.

The Academic Affairs office is on the first floor of Setberg. Head of Division is Kristinn Andersen.

• Email: kennslusvid [at] hi.is
• Tel: +354 525-4002 / 525-5833

The Centre for Teaching and Learning provides instructors at the University of Iceland with professional assistance in developing teaching methods. In addition to general consulting and development work, an emphasis is placed on continuing education courses for teachers in the fields of pedagogy and digital teaching and learning methods.

The Centre for Teaching and Learning is located on the second floor of Setberg.
Head of Department is Hólmfríður Árnadóttir.

• Email: kennslumidstod [at] hi.is
• Tel: +354 525-4447

See the The teaching and learning website (Setberg) for further information.

The Centre for Writing offers writing support for all students, faculty and staff at the University of Iceland, whether writing in Icelandic or English. Writing support sessions can be booked at either the School of Education Library or the National and University Library.

The Director of the Centre for Writing, Emma Björg Eyjólfsdóttir, has an office in Setberg, second floor.

• Email: ritver [at] hi.is
• Tel: +354 525 5843

See the Centre for Writing website for further information.

The Department of Digital Learning and Media is responsible for the planning and implementation of various digital learning solutions, including the Canvas learning management system. In addition, the department handles the production of educational and promotional videos for the University.

The Department of Digital Learning and Media is located on the first floor of Setberg.

Team managers:

María Kristín Bjarnadóttir (Digital Learning) and Rafn Rafnsson (Media)

The Director of Examinations organises examination schedules and handles the preparation and management of general examinations, in consultation with school and faculty administration, supported by other staff members of the Examinations Office. The office is responsible for the safekeeping of examination materials and their distribution to exam locations, as well as delivering written examination papers to teaching staff. Furthermore, the Examinations Office supervises distance examinations and digital examinations.

The Examinations Office is located on the third floor of Setberg. Hreinn Pálsson is Director of Examinations.

• Email: profstjori [at] hi.is
• Tel: +354 525-5278 / 525-4361

The Distance Examinations Centre is also on the third floor of Setberg. Project manager is Þorgeir Freyr Sveinsson.

• Email: fjarprof [at] hi.is
• Tel: +354 525-5910

The Recognition Office coordinates various tasks associated with the evaluation of applications for study, especially handling international applications, as well as applications for exemption from formal admission requirements.

The office also functions as the Icelandic ENIC/NARIC office, in accordance with an agreement between the University and the Ministry of Education, Science and Culture. The ENIC/NARIC office handles academic recognition and evaluation of qualifications.

The Recognition Office is located on the third floor of Setberg. Head of Department is Gísli Fannberg.

• Email: enicnaric [at] hi.is
• Tel: +354 525-5452 / 525-5256

Sprettur supports promising youth with immigrant backgrounds who come from families where no one has a university education. The project aims to advance equal opportunities in education.

The project manager of Sprettur, Juan Camilo Roman Estrada, has an office in Setberg, second floor. Assistant is Sabrina Rosazza, sabrinar [at] hi.is

• Email: juancamilo [at] hi.is
• Tel: +354 525-5405, 525-5217

See the Sprettur website for further information.

The Student Counselling Centre (UISCC) offers students counselling and support during their studies, e.g. about academic choice, study skills, and tools for job searching. Also, the UISCC provides support services for students with disabilities or special needs during studies and exams, as well as offering psychological services.

The Student Counselling Centre is located on the third floor of the University Centre. Head of Department is Svandís Sturludóttir.

• Email: radgjof [at] hi.is
• Tel: +354 525-4315

See the Student Counselling Centre website for further information.

The Student Registration oversees registration for all students from admission to graduation, keeping a record of student's academic progression, course registration, examinations and grades.

The Student Registration is located on the third floor of the University Centre. Office Director is Kristín Jónasdóttir.

• Email: nemskra [at] hi.is
• Tel: +354 525-4309

See the Student Registration website for further information.

The University Centre Service Desk offers a variety of services and is the point of access for service units located at the University Centre. At the Service Desk, students can for instance obtain various certificates and transcripts of their academic records, purchase print credits, register for courses run by the Student Counselling and Career Centre, get a password for Ugla, or pick up a student access card.

The Service Desk is located on the second floor of the University Centre. Head of Department is Davíð Skúlason.

• Email: haskolatorg [at] hi.is
• Tel: +354 525-5800

See the University Centre Service Desk website for further information.

• Academic Affairs Committee