The Iceland Academy of the Arts is able
to support its students through the ERASMUS+ and Nordplus programmes to do an
internship in another European country. The minimum placement period is 8 weeks
in the ERASMUS+ programme and one month in the Nordplus programme. In both
cases it is required that the internship must contribute to the student’s
professional development in relation to their studies.
Summer Internships
Students may apply for grants to do an
internship during the summer break. Students receive 2 ECTS for their
internship, which will appear on the student’s transcript of records.
Internships during studies
Two study programmes, Theatre and
Performance Making and Contemporary Dance offer internships during the semester
for up to 30 ECTS (the equivalent of one semester). The internship will appear
on the student’s transcript of records.
Internships post graduation
Graduating students can apply for an
ERASMUS+ grant to complete an internship after graduation. It is important to
apply for the grant before graduation, and the grant has to be used within 12
months from graduation. The minimum placement period is two months and the
internship must contribute to the students’ professional development in
relation to their studies. Interns do not receive credit points for this type
of internship but will receive a document stating acquired knowledge and skill.
Iceland Academy of the Arts’
International Office offers further guidance and information during office
hours: 9am-4pm Mondays to Thursdays.