Course Timetable
The following preliminary timetable gives you an idea of what each day will be like. Each morning, you begin with traditional classroom instruction, where you work through Icelandic grammar and vocabulary. In the afternoon, you sign up for short elective courses. We offer a wide variety of topics and teaching methods for you to choose from, including group work, problem-based-learning, self-directed learning, and conversation and pronunciation practice. In the evenings, films and lectures in simple Icelandic are presented. In all, there are 39 hours of class teaching and 49 hours of short courses offered!
Please find here the preliminary schedule.
Classroom learning in the morning, Mon-Fri, 09-12: Basics of grammar and vocabulary taught through lectures and exercises. Training in reading and writing skills up to CEFR level A2/B1.
Electives in the afternoon, 14-16 or 16-18: In the afternoon, you choose from a variety of electives, including lectures, pronunciation, conversation, language games and problem-based learning. A detailed description of the electives you can find here. Students have to sign up for the electives.
During week III there will be a focus on Gísla saga. You will be introduced to the famous saga in simple Icelandic, and you will watch an acclaimed stage version of Gísla saga, performed as a one-man production by Elfar Logi Hannesson. A visit to one of the settings of the saga, where you will have an opportunity to use your Icelandic, will give you a strong impression of the place.
Please find here the preliminary schedule.
Classroom learning in the morning, Mon-Fri, 09-12: Basics of grammar and vocabulary taught through lectures and exercises. Training in reading and writing skills up to CEFR level A2/B1.
Electives in the afternoon, 14-16 or 16-18: In the afternoon, you choose from a variety of electives, including lectures, pronunciation, conversation, language games and problem-based learning. A detailed description of the electives you can find here. Students have to sign up for the electives.
During week III there will be a focus on Gísla saga. You will be introduced to the famous saga in simple Icelandic, and you will watch an acclaimed stage version of Gísla saga, performed as a one-man production by Elfar Logi Hannesson. A visit to one of the settings of the saga, where you will have an opportunity to use your Icelandic, will give you a strong impression of the place.
