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SIT Study Abroad: Iceland: Renewable Energy (Summer 2)

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Program Overview

With untapped reserves of geothermal and hydroelectric power, Iceland is the perfect place to study renewable energy and sustainability. You will gain hands-on experience developing a renewable energy project and learn about the latest renewable energy technologies. Immerse yourself in Icelandic culture and language while discovering untamed landscapes from Akureyri, an energy-progressive city at the base of a fjord.

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SIT has given an average of over $1.3 million in scholarships and grants to SIT Study Abroad students in recent years and is committed to ensuring you have the information necessary to apply for such funding. Our program costs include academics, excursions, accommodations, airport transfers, and health insurance. Meal arrangements vary by program. Be sure to discuss how study abroad costs are handled at your school with your study abroad advisor and read the website for more specific information.

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Program Highlights

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site at Thingvellir.
Gain comprehensive knowledge of applied renewable energy technologies.
Live and study in the capital, Reykjavík, and second largest urban area, Akureyri.
Explore the Reykjanes peninsula's diversity of volcanic and geothermal activity.
Visit geothermal sites and power plants in the fascinating southwest of Iceland, getting an introduction to the country’s energy production.

What's Included

Tuition & Fees
Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
All Program Activity Costs
Medical / Accident Insurance
Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Academic Credit

Program Details

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Locations

  • Reykjavik, Iceland

Fields & Subjects

  • Ecology
  • Economics
  • Environmental Studies
  • Geology
  • Technology
  • Civil Engineering
  • Travel & Tourism
  • Sustainable Development
  • Conservation & Preservation
  • Natural Sciences
  • Science
  • Earth Sciences
  • Public Management

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • 2026, 2027
  • Terms Available
  • Summer

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Education
  • Some college credit, no degree

Accommodation Options

  • Dormitory
  • Guest House
  • Other

Application Procedures

  • Letters of Reference
  • Physical Exam/Health Records
  • Transcript
  • Other
  • Online Application

Age Requirement

18-30

Refund Policy

Refund with conditions

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Innovation in Marketing & Digital Media Winner 2022
Innovative Student Video 2021 Finalist
Innovative New Program – Study Abroad 2021 Finalist
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