05 - Iceland - Types of institution
At present there are eight higher education institutions in Iceland. Higher education institutions include
both traditional universities and institutions which do not carry out research. Five higher education
institutions are operated by the state, while private parties with state support operate three institutions.
Institutions of higher education vary in the extent to which they engage in research and the number of
programmes of study offered. The HEIs can also be categorised into five groups according to their
specialisation: two agricultural institutions, one academy of arts, one institution of education, one
business school, and three institutions offering a wide ranges of studies. Other differences include the
number of enrolled students, the mix of programmes offered, and the level of education and research
activity.
Four institutions of eight at the higher education level operate outside the capital and its vicinity. Apart
from these institutions, all other institutions at this level are located in Reykjavík. Students who come
other regions may have access to student housing, but many choose to find their own accommodation
through the private market.
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Date: 2009
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