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Overview
The International Studies in Education programme at University of Iceland focuses on education in the context of globalisation and the development of multicultural societies, sustainable development and on development studies and education in developing countries.
It is envisaged that more international schools and school divisions will be founded in Iceland in the coming years.
These will be established to meet the needs of:
- immigrant children
- bilingual children
- children of returning diplomats
- children whose parents work for international companies.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Issues in educational research
- Comparative Education
- Pedagogy
- Professionalism in education*
- Theories in sociology and philosophy of education
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
- Part-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , National
- Apply before , International
- Apply before , EEA/EU
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More details
Nordic citizens are exempt and may apply for graduate studies until 15 April.
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 79
Credits
120 ECTS
Delivered
Blended
Disciplines
Education Educational ResearchAcademic requirements
GPA Required
- GPA 7.25 (10 points System)
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 79
Other requirements
General requirements
- The program requirements include methodology (20 ECTS), a course in theories in educational studies (including sociology and philosophy of education) (10 ECTS) elective courses in a specialist area (30-50 ECTS) and an MA-thesis (40 or 60 ECTS). All teaching is in English
- the programme requires the applicant to have completed an undergraduate degree (B.Ed., BA or BS) with a first class grade (7.25).
Tuition Fee
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International
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 24 months. -
EU/EEA
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 24 months.
The University of Iceland does not charge tuition fees, but the annual registration fee is ISK 75,000. (aprox. 540 euros or 576 USD)
Living costs for Reykjavik
178929 - 290400 ISK /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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