Introduction to Iceland

Borgarfjörður Excursion - Saga and Nature

West Iceland has long been a favorite for its diverse nature, rich fauna and living history and culture. Easily reachable from Reykjavík via a 6 km tunnel under Hvalfjörður (“Whale fjord”), West Iceland is a showcase of lava formations, geothermal activity and history. Highlights of this trip include Borgarnes, Reykholt, Hraun- and Barnafossar waterfalls, Hallmundarhraun and Deildartunguhver, the largest hot spring in the Northern Hemisphere. The trip will conclude with a tour of Hvalfjörður “Whale Fjord”, one of the deepest and longest fjords in Iceland.

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There are seven nationally accredited institutions at a higher educational level in Iceland providing various programmes at different levels:

  • Agricultural University of Iceland
  • Bifröst University
  • Hólar University College
  • Iceland Academy of Arts
  • Reykjavik University
  • University of Akureyri
  • University of Iceland

In Iceland there are also institutions providing higher education in specialised area in co-operation with other accredited institutions

  • Keilir, Atlantic Centre of Excellence. Offers bachelor programmes in Energy Technology and Mecatronics. Accredited by the University of Iceland
  • REYST -Reykjavik Energy Graduate School of Sustainable System. Offers a Master's degree in the special fields offered at REYST. Accredited by the University of Iceland and Reykjavik University
  • The Reykjavik Academy of Singing and Vocal Arts. Offers teachers training and soloist training at the undergraduate level. Accredited by the Associated Board of the Royal School of Music in the UK
  • University Centre of the Westfords. Offers a Master's degree in Coastal and Marine Management. Accredited by the University of Akureyri.