Introduction to Iceland

A lecture on Icelandic politics and a visit to Alþingi

In this talk, a lecturer will go over the basic structure of the Icelandic government and politics, the separation of powers and the impact of the current crisis on society. Afterwards, the parliament building will be visited. There we will get a tour of the building, and a member of parliament will tell us about the history of the parliament.

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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.