The Faculty of Social Sciences offers four paths of study leading to a BA degree, of which two are unique in Iceland. In part, the same courses are offered in these paths of study in the first year and students soon get an opportunity to specialise by taking elective courses. In addition, two Master’s programmes are offered. Experienced academics and skilled staff in administration and support services work in the Faculty of Social Sciences.
The studies
The Faculty of Social Sciences gives first-year students ample time to decide which path of study to pursue, as the first year is largely based on a common foundation. Following this, students can choose between studies in Social Sciences, Media Studies and Modern Studies. These fields provide diverse employment opportunities.
- Social Sciences, BA, 180 ECTS (in Icelandic)
- Media Studies, BA, 180 ECTS (in Icelandic)
- Modern Studies, BA, 180 ECTS (in Icelandic)
The latest programme in the Faculty of Social Sciences is Police Science where law enforcement is addressed in a broad context. Students are given a proper foundation in preventing and informing about criminal offences and thus ensuring civilians’ safety.
- Police Science, BA, 180 ECTS (in Icelandic)
- Police Science Diploma for active police officers, Diploma, 120 ECTS (in Icelandic)
- Police Science Diploma for prospective police officers, Diploma, 120 ECTS (in Icelandic)
The following graduate programmes are offered within the Faculty of Social Sciences:
- Social Sciences, MA, 120 ECTS (in Icelandic)
- Media and Communication Studies, MA, 120 ECTS (in Icelandic)
- Media and Communication Studies, Postgraduate Diploma, 30 ECTS (in Icelandic)
Students who graduate from the Faculty of Social Sciences work in a wide range of fields, both in the public sector and in private companies. Students from the Faculty are highly sought after employees.
