University of Akureyri

Taught in English:

• Polar Law: M.A. (120 ECTS), LL.M. (90 ECTS) and postgraduate diploma (60 ECTS)
• Master of Science in Psychology (120 ECTS)
• Master of Arts by Research (120 ECTS, Icelandic and English)
• Natural Resource Sciences, M.S. (120 ECTS, mainly in English)
• Coastal Communities and Regional Development; Coastal and Marine Management (University Centre of the Westfjords, Ísafjörður)

Other master's programmes, mainly in Icelandic, include Business Administration, Health Sciences, Educational Science and Law. PhD programmes last 3 to 4 years (180-240 ECTS).

Undergraduate applicants need the Icelandic matriculation examination (stúdentspróf) or an equivalent, or at least 60 ECTS from a recognised university. Graduate applicants need a BA or BSc degree, or comparable three-year university studies, with a first-class grade (7.25). Requirements differ between schools.

Applications are submitted online with a CV, a statement of objectives, a transcript of records, a copy of the passport and two letters of reference. Applicants from outside the EEA/EFTA pay a non-refundable handling fee of 50 EUR.

Applicants must show knowledge of the language of instruction, which is Icelandic or English depending on the programme. Undergraduate programmes are mainly taught in Icelandic; some (Preschool Studies, Media Studies, Modern Studies and Social Sciences) are offered with Icelandic as a second language, taught in Icelandic and English. The only programmes taught entirely in English are certain master's programmes, such as Polar Law and Psychology.

Student Housing at the University of Akureyri owns and runs student apartments in the town, from single rooms to three-room apartments, all within walking distance of the university. Applications must arrive by 21 June of each academic year. The International Office helps foreign degree-seeking students but does not guarantee housing; private rentals on the open market are another option. Exchange students apply for housing through the Mobility Online system.