Study at Bifröst

Bifröst University, established in 1918, has evolved significantly over the years. While it was originally situated on a rural campus near Reykjavík, it has transitioned to a fully online educational model. This shift allows students to pursue their studies remotely, offering flexibility and accessibility.

Online education offers flexibility and accessibility

The university offers a range of programs, including undergraduate and graduate degrees in Business Administration, Law, and Social Sciences. Additionally, Bifröst provides preparatory courses like the University Gateway program, which is a one-year foundation programme for students lacking full university entrance qualifications. As well as various life-long learning programmes and Icelandic as a Second Language, all conducted online.

This transition to online education reflects Bifröst University's commitment to adapting to modern educational needs and providing accessible learning opportunities to a diverse student body.

Bifröst University cultivates an atmosphere of learning and professionalism in a stimulating academic environment. The faculty is committed to working closely with students, providing feedback and guidance.

The main teaching language at Bifröst University is Icelandic, with a selection of undergraduate courses taught in English.

  • Admission Requirements and Language Proficiency

    For undergraduate programmes, applicants are required to have completed a matriculation examination (Icelandic stúdentspróf) or an equivalent level of study, such as the University Gateway programme. For Graduate programs applicants are required to have completed a bachelor’s degree og equivalent with first grade. All teaching and examinations at Bifröst University are conducted in Icelandic, with few exceptions. Therefore, applicants whose first language is not Icelandic are required to provide proof of language proficiency in accordance with the European Qualifications Framework (EQF), as detailed below:

    • Applicants to programs in the Department of Social Sciences and the Department of Business must demonstrate proficiency in Icelandic at level B2.2, in addition to providing a valid TOEFL score in English.
    • Applicants to programs in the Department of Law are required to exhibit proficiency in Icelandic at level C1.2, along with a valid TOEFL score in English.
    • TOEFL iBT test result of at least 94 with minimum 20 in each discipline is required.
      Your scores are only valid if they are no more than two years old by the application deadline.
      TOEFL iBT Home Edition is accepted.
      MyBest scoresare not accepted.

    All programmes at Bifröst University are conducted online, allowing students to study remotely. As students are not required to reside in Iceland for their studies, the university does not issue student visas or provide accommodation.

    Bifröst University does not offer scholarships for undergraduate or postgraduate programmes. However, students who are residents of Iceland are eligible to apply for student loans from the Icelandic Student Loan Fund.

    Additional information is available on the university's website.

Department of Business

Department of Law

Department of Social Sciences

University Gateway in English

Lifelong learning

Student exchange