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Study Economics in Iceland

Economics analyses how societies use scarce resources – markets, prices, growth, trade, public finance and policy. Programmes combine theory with quantitative methods and lead to careers in business, finance, government and research.

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  1. Master

    Corporate and Tax Law (Master)

    University of Iceland 🇮🇸 Reykjavík, Iceland

  2. Master

    Economics (Master)

    University of Iceland 🇮🇸 Reykjavík, Iceland

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  4. Minor

    Economics, Minor, 60 ECTS

    University of Iceland 🇮🇸 Reykjavík, Iceland

  5. Bachelor

    Economics, BS (Bachelor) 180 ECTS

    University of Iceland 🇮🇸 Reykjavík, Iceland

  6. Bachelor

    Economics, BA, 120 ECTS

    Iceland University of Education 🇮🇸 Reykjavik, Iceland

  7. Bachelor

    Economics, BA (Bachelor) 120 ECTS

    University of Iceland 🇮🇸 Reykjavík, Iceland

  8. Bachelor

    Economics, BS, 180 ECTS

    Iceland University of Education 🇮🇸 Reykjavik, Iceland

  9. Master

    Economics, Master's, 90 ECTS

    University of Iceland 🇮🇸 Reykjavík, Iceland

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    Economics

    University of Iceland 🇮🇸 Reykjavík, Iceland

  12. Master

    Economics (Master)

    University of Iceland 🇮🇸 Reykjavík, Iceland

  13. Master

    Economics (Master)

    University of Iceland 🇮🇸 Reykjavík, Iceland

  14. Master

    Corporate and Tax Law (Master)

    University of Iceland 🇮🇸 Reykjavík, Iceland

  15. Other programmes

    Economics

    University of Iceland 🇮🇸 Reykjavík, Iceland

  16. Other programmes

    Economics

    University of Iceland 🇮🇸 Reykjavík, Iceland

Study Economics in Iceland – facts and figures

In Iceland, 3 universities and colleges offer 19 Economics programmes: 4 Bachelor, 9 Master and 0 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Reykjavík, Reykjavik and Isafjordur. Institutions with the widest choice: University of Iceland, Iceland University of Education and Isafjordur University Centre of the Westfjords.

Degrees in Economics

Bachelor

The first university degree, usually three to four years of full-time study. A Bachelor in Economics builds the foundations of the field and qualifies for professional work or a Master programme.

Master

A postgraduate degree of one to two years that deepens or specialises your knowledge of Economics, often with a research project or thesis – and the usual entry ticket to a doctorate.

PhD / Doctorate

The highest academic degree, earned through several years of independent research and a dissertation. Doctoral candidates often work as research or teaching staff at their university.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Economics programmes?

The directory lists 19 Economics programmes at 3 institutions in Iceland. Popular cities include Reykjavík, Reykjavik and Isafjordur.

How long does it take to study Economics?

A Bachelor usually takes 3 to 4 years, a Master 1 to 2 years and a PhD 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Exact durations differ by country and institution.

Which universities offer the most Economics programmes in Iceland?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are University of Iceland, Iceland University of Education and Isafjordur University Centre of the Westfjords.

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

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