Guide for International Students 2013 - 2014 - University of Iceland

All of the University’s students have the option of
taking part of their degree at universities overseas.
Hundreds of international students are enrolled at
the University of Iceland during a given academic
year, and their number is growing. The University
employs numerous international guest professors
and scientists and brings in lecturers from abroad
almost on a daily basis. Hence, the University is
made up of a vibrant and multi-dimensional community
of people.
Leading academics
In 2011, the University of Iceland was placed among
the 300 best universities in the world by the Times
Higher Educational Supplement, one of the two
major ranking lists. There are currently more than
17,000 universities in the world which makes this
ranking a great honour.
The University of Iceland employs a large number
of highly educated and qualified academics. The
vast majority of our permanent academic staff hold
doctorates and have studied and done research at
respected universities.
Academics in research-based postgraduate programmes,
conduct diverse studies in close contact
with Icelandic society and the economy. Thus, innovation
and entrepreneurship truly describe everyday
life at the university.
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