Iceland's flagship interdisciplinary environment degree, taught in English at a public university that charges only a registration fee: 120 ECTS spanning mandatory core courses (23-35 ECTS), a wide elective band and a 30- or 60-ECTS thesis, with eight named emphases from Ocean Sustainability to the renewable-energy specialism that makes obvious sense in a country running on geothermal and hydro. The degree is awarded as MS or MA depending on the thesis advisor's faculty.
Key facts
Duration
24 months (2 years)
Language
English
Format
Full-time
Tuition
75,000 ISK per year
Intake
Autumn
Specialization tracks
Environment and Natural Resources (broad)Environmental Management, Science and PolicyNatural Resource ManagementOcean SustainabilityRenewable Energy – Energy and SustainabilitySustainability Management and InformaticsSustainable Agriculture and Rural DevelopmentOrganizational Sustainability
Curriculum modules
Mandatory core (23-35 ECTS) — Interdisciplinary foundation across environment and resource use.
Electives (60-90 ECTS) — Shaped by the chosen emphasis, drawn across faculties.
Thesis (30 or 60 ECTS) — Research thesis; determines MS or MA award.
Admission requirements
Completed BA/BS/B.Ed. with minimum GPA 7.25 (on a 1-10 scale)
TOEFL 85 or IELTS 6.5 for non-native English speakers
Letter of motivation (1-2 pages) and two confidential letters of recommendation
Career destinations
Natural Resource Manager — Government & agencies
Renewable Energy Analyst — Energy sector
Environmental Policy Specialist — Public sector & NGOs
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