RU is a located in one of the most popular outdoor areas of Reykjavik, right next to Iceland’s only geothermal beach. The university has an interdisciplinary approach, and offers several programmes across various disciplines. Their core research and teaching focus is on engineering, computer science, business and law. Additionally, RU is an international university with approximately 200 exchange students per year.
About Iceland
“Iceland which is the second largest island in Europe (103.000 sq.km.), lies in the North Atlantic Ocean. Geologically, Iceland is a young country. It has about 200 volcanoes of almost every type.” (RU Student Handbook). RU is therefore a perfect university for students who wish to explore nature and experience a new culture, while studying abroad.
Practical Facts about RU
This is an Erasmus+ agreement.
All MSc programmes and 3rd year of the BSc are taught in English.
Number of places in Autumn
2
Number of places in spring
Remaining
Minimum GPA Score
A minimum GPA of 7.0
Language requirement score: (IELTS)
6.5
Language requirement score: (TOEFL)
577(PBT) or 91
Passed ECTS in the English language
Not relevant
ECTS-points or semesters required completed before nomination for BSc students
BSc students must have completed 60 ECTS before starting their studies at RU
ECTS-points or semesters required completed before nomination for Msc students
Students must have completed a Bachelors degree.
ECTS activity requirements for obtaining visa
Not relevant
Links
Website
Study Abroad
Student Handbook
About Reykjavik
About Iceland
Google Maps
Useful facts about living in Iceland
- Renting a room in Reykjavik can range between 65,000 ISK (3800 DKK) and 90,000 ISK (5250 DKK).
- The weather in Iceland is very unpredictable. There are many old sayings such as "If you don't like the weather, wait a minute."
- The Icelandic alphabet consists of 32 letters, 10 of which are uniquely Icelandic.