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International Studies in Education

University of Iceland
Degree Master
Duration 24 months
Deadline 2008-06-18
Delivery On-campus
Location Reykjavík, Iceland
Language English

Program Overview

The International Studies in Education at University of Iceland is a Master programme in Education over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of education. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the International Studies in Education programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Iceland and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Location: Reykjavik, Iceland

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the International Studies in Education programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:

  1. Teacher / Lecturer
  2. Educational Consultant
  3. Curriculum Designer
  4. School Administrator
  5. Education Policy Researcher
  6. Training Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. INT104F Issues in educational research
  2. INT502M Comparative Education*
  3. INT503M Pedagogy*
  4. INT602M Professionalism in education*
  5. INT204F Theories in sociology and philosophy of education
  6. MVS111F/MVS208F MA research seminar 1: Proposal (fall or spring 0c)
  7. MVS112F/MVS209F MA research seminar 2: Results (fall or spring, 0c)
  8. MVS204/5/6F Research thesis

Admission Requirements

Academic 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 (40-60 ECTS). All teaching is in English.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.

Application Deadline

2008-06-18

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Reykjavík, Iceland

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University Profile
  • Application Deadline 2008-06-18
  • Start Date 2018-10-01
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months