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Who should I contact?

Whether you are a new student or have been at the University of Iceland for some time, you may have questions about where to find information. Here you will find an overview of the main service channels and information about who can assist you depending on the nature of your inquiry.

If you do not find the answer you are looking for, we recommend checking more articles here in the Help Centre, where you will find guidance and information about the main services for students.

Assignments, Lectures and Deadlines

Study plans, assignment descriptions and deadlines can be found on Canvas.

If your question concerns teaching, assignments, or deadlines, please contact the course instructor.

Do you need assistance with essays or other writing? The University of Iceland Writing Centre provides guidance on presentation and academic writing.

Student Counselling also offers courses and individual counselling on study planning and project work.

Courses, Course Selection and Course Registration

The Course Catalogue provides an overview of your study programme and the courses available.

If you need advice on course selection or study progress, please contact your department or Student Counselling.

Certificates and Payments

Most study certificates can be obtained free of charge by yourself in Ugla under Confirmations and Transcripts

Transcript of Records with confirmation of graduation (2015 and later) can be found on island.is

If you need a customised certificate or have more than one active study track, you can request a certificate through the Help Centre.

In some cases, the department must verify information before a certificate is issued.

Payments that cannot be made through Uglu are handled at the Service Desk in Háskólatorg.

  • Repeat exams with permission
  • reopening of study records
  • licence fees
  • course fees for student counselling.
  • access to the sports centre
Exemptions, Study Leave and Recognition of Prior Learning

Your department handles applications for:

  • exemptions from rules and compulsory courses,
  • study leave, such as due to illness or childbirth.
  • recognition of prior learning and credits
  • permission to register for a course for the third time after failing,
  • permission to register for resit exams when failing requires department approval.
Withdrawal from Studies

Before you decide to withdraw from your studies, it is recommended to speak with the Student Counselling Centre. There, you can receive advice on your situation and learn about the support services available to you.
To withdraw from your studies, you need to send a written request from your @hi.is email address to the Student Registry.

Computer, IT Systems and Two-Factor Authentication
Exams, Complaints and Appeals
 
The Help Centre has answers to most questions related to exams
 
Information on the complaints and appeals process can be found in the course catalogue
 

 

 

 

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