International policy

International policy of the Iceland Academy of the Arts 2020-2025

The policy of the University of the Arts 2020-2025 emphasizes strengthening students' ability to deal with projects and challenges in an international and multicultural environment.

International cooperation is an important means of knowledge creation, builds trust and promotes greater understanding of the international community Through international cooperation in a multicultural learning community, the Academy of Arts seeks to train students to make decisions that are based on facts rather than prejudices International cooperation between universities is also an important part of promoting the quality of learning, teaching and research.

International dimension in learning

All students should have the opportunity to participate in international cooperation, whether through study stays abroad or an international dimension in the study at home. Through strategic cooperation with universities abroad, diverse opportunities are created for students through shorter and longer study stays, digital cooperation and international projects in the study. In this way, the University of the Arts strives to create equal access for all students to international cooperation.

Learning environment and support

The University of the Arts pays attention to creating a learning environment that supports a diverse student body Staff and students participate in shaping a learning community where diversity is celebrated, students' voices are enjoyed, and everyone receives appropriate support The University of the Arts considers student-centered learning and multicultural teaching practices to be the basis for creating a learning community based on equality and inclusion Emphasis is placed on students and staff receiving training in cultural sensitivity and that students actively participate in supporting foreign new students Students receive language support, while the University of the Arts also emphasizes that communication and information are aimed at a diverse group of students.

Strategic Partnership

The Arts University's strategic partnership with foreign partner universities contributes to the development of learning, teaching and research in international conversation Through collaborative projects and staff exchanges, the Academy of Arts ensures opportunities for professional development at the international level The school emphasizes close cooperation in a broad professional field with specific universities, it involves participation in projects on the development of learning and teaching, international research projects, conversation on quality issues and improved administration, guest teaching and diverse ways of student exchange