University of Iceland
Location:
Reykjavik,
Iceland
Language of instruction:
English
Tuition payable to:
UBC
Program website:
University of Iceland Exchange Website
Terms available:
Term 1, Term 2, Full year Term 1 + 2 (UBC Term 1 start)
Who can go?
- Arts, Science and Engineering students are eligible to apply
Academic planning
Term dates
- UBC Term 1 (UI Autumn semester): Mid August to Late December
- UBC Term 2 (UI Sring semester): Early January to Mid May
*A mandatory orientation session for all new international students is held at the start of each semester
Areas of study available:
- Arts
- Engineering
- Forestry
- Land and Food Systems
- Science
Course availability and restrictions
- The Faculty of Economics is not open to exchange students
- Courses taught in Icelandic are generally not open to exchange students (except Nordic students and students who can speak, write and understand Icelandic)
- Students who have finished their undergraduate studies can enroll in courses associated with a Graduate Diploma in Small States and European Integration as part of their exchange studies
Course equivalency Formula
- ECTS credits divided by 2 = UBC credits
Course load Information
- 30 ECTS per semester
Transfer credit
The transfer credit process takes approximately 16 weeks following each submission deadline. You should allow sufficient time to meet important deadlines that may affect you (e.g. application for graduation, registration in courses that require prerequisites that you took on exchange, entry to a major/honours program, etc.)
Search for previously approved courses
Additional note for language of instruction
- The principal language of instruction is Icelandic, but most faculties offer courses in English as well
- Programmes such as Medieval Studies, Renewable Energy Engineering, International Studies are taught entirely in English
- The Faculty of Icelandic and Comparative Cultural Studies offers a full degree programme in Icelandic for international students
Student experience
Housing
Information on accommodation
Accessibility
Some destinations may be more accessible than others for students with disability-related accommodations. If you identify with having a disability or pre-existing health condition which could impact your participation, or if you require academic accommodation, please contact a Go Global advisor before applying to explore options that are best for you.
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Finances and funding
While you’re learning abroad, you remain a UBC student and are eligible for UBC awards, scholarships, and financial assistance.
- 15 credits or equivalent full-time program tuition per term, paid to UBC
Financial Planning
- Cost of Living Calculator
- Budgeting for Exchange (UBCV)
- Money Matters (UBCO)
Awards & Scholarships
All students are automatically considered to receive either the Go Global Award ($1000) or Go Global Scholarship ($1500) for each term that they are abroad.
All awards and scholarships available through Go Global:
UBCV Students
UBCO Students
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