Overview

This is a two-year graduate programme at the Faculty of Electrical and Computer Engineering. After completing the Master's degree, students can apply for the right to use the title of engineer.

Key features

The Electrical and Computer Engineering program at the University of Iceland has the goal to ensure that the student:

understands the newest knowledge in electrical and computer engineering, which is a prerequisite for work and certification as an electrical engineer. There are two different specializations to choose from

has a deeper knowledge of abstract methods in electrical and computer engineering, applicable to the solution of specialised problems in that field

has a deeper understanding of the potentials and limitations of solving problems using computers.

how to use appropriate tools for the analysis of data, including suitable software.

has adopted independence, broad-mindedness and critical thinking that helps him maintain his knowledge in study and in work.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Random Variables and Signals

Digital Signal Processing

Medical Imaging Systems

Robotics and Computer Vision

Wavelets and Filter Banks

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Reykjavik, Iceland

Disciplines

Electrical Engineering General Engineering & Technology Computer Sciences View 3 other Masters in General Engineering & Technology in Iceland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A BS degree in engineering or equivalent, with a minimum average grade of 6.5. In addition to the BS degree there may be some preliminary course requirements.
Applicants are asked to submit a letter of motivation, 1 pages, where they should state the reasons they want to pursue graduate work, their academic goals and a suggestion or outline for a final paper.
Letters of recommendation (2) should be submitted. These should be from faculty members or others who are familiar with your academic work and qualified to evaluate your potential for graduate study.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

The University of Iceland does not charge tuition fees, but the annual registration fee is ISK 75,000.

Living costs

Reykjavík

Iceland

178929 - 290400 ISK / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Reykjavík

Funding

Scholarships Information

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