Program Overview

Introduction to the Icelandic BA Program

The Icelandic BA program at University College London (UCL) is a unique degree that offers students the opportunity to become fluent in Icelandic and gain specialist skills ideal for working in Nordic countries and companies. Through this program, students will learn Icelandic from beginner level, study a mainland Scandinavian language, and spend a valuable year in Reykjavik honing their knowledge and skills.

Program Structure

The program is designed to be completed in four academic years, with the third year spent abroad in Iceland. Students will take language modules in Icelandic, Old Norse, and either Norwegian, Danish, or Swedish, as well as cultural modules covering a range of topics that draw on literature, film, history, and linguistics from an interdisciplinary perspective.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for the Icelandic BA program, students must meet the following entry requirements:

• A levels: ABB, with a foreign language preferred
• IB Diploma: 34 points, with a total of 16 points in three higher level subjects, preferably including a foreign language, with no higher level score below 5
• GCSEs: English Language at grade B or 6 and Mathematics at grade C or 4
• Contextual offer: BBC, with a total of 15 points in three higher level subjects, preferably including a foreign language, with no higher level score below 5

Tuition Fees

The tuition fees for the Icelandic BA program are as follows:

• UK students: ｣9,790 per year
• International students: ｣32,000 per year

Career Opportunities

Graduates from the Icelandic BA program can pursue a range of career opportunities, including:

• Translating and interpreting
• Publishing and teaching
• Accountancy and financial services
• Hospitality, leisure, and tourism
• PR, advertising, and marketing
• Performance and creative arts
• Media

Employability

The Icelandic BA program is designed to equip students with advanced skills in languages, critical reasoning, independent thinking, and application of theoretical concepts. These skills are highly valued by employers, and graduates from the program have gone on to work in a range of industries, including education, media, and finance.

Funding and Scholarships

There are various funding options available to students, including student loans, scholarships, and bursaries. The UCL Scholarships and Funding website lists scholarships and funding schemes available to UCL students.

Application and Selection

Applications for the Icelandic BA program should be made through UCAS. The admissions process aims to assess students' linguistic abilities and attainments, as well as their cultural awareness, motivation for study, and intellectual potential. Interviews may be conducted by telephone to establish a level of language ability.

Additional Information

For more information about the Icelandic BA program, please refer to the UCL website. The program is subject to change, and it is recommended that students check the website regularly for updates.