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Admission requirements in Iceland

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Requirements used in Iceland

The university assesses whether the prior qualification is equivalent to Icelandic entry level. Graduate applications can also require a relevant academic background, references and a research proposal.

Language evidence

English-taught and local-language programmes may set different language requirements. Use the individual programme record and confirm accepted tests with the institution.

Recognition and certification

Document recognition, translation and legalisation depend on where the qualification was issued. Follow the institution's checklist and the competent authority named by Study in Iceland.

Information you can trust

Reviewed 2026-08-12 against Study in Iceland, Directorate of Immigration Iceland. Programme records remain managed centrally in SIT Connect.

National references: Study in Iceland; Directorate of Immigration Iceland.

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