Educational Foundations is a popular course that has provided many people with new opportunities. On this course, you will gain a solid foundation in core subjects, develop the skills to learn effectively, and build your confidence for further study. Attendance is compulsory for 80%.

After graduating from Menntastoðir, you can apply to preparatory departments at the University of Reykjavík, Keili and Bifröst, or go on to vocational, industrial or technical training.

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• Icelandic (two modules)
• Mathematics (three courses)
• English (two courses)
• Danish (one term)).
• Study skills (one stage).
• Computer and information technology (one stage).
• Final project (one stage).
• Pleasure reading – Icelandic or English (one module).

The course is for those who have not completed secondary school and are aged 20 or over. The target group for further education, as determined by the Board of the Training Fund. Terms and Conditions of the Education Fund

The course is taught in Icelandic. To participate in the course and to ensure the best possible academic success, participants must have a B2 level of proficiency in Icelandic, according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.. You can see the frame better here.

If you are unsure about your Icelandic skills, you can take a free Icelandic placement test at Mími-símenntun before you apply for the course. Further information is available from the project manager.

• Assessment and progress are evaluated continuously, based on principles of formative assessment, including through summative assessment, coursework and active student participation.
• Final exams (in mathematics, Icelandic and English) are taken at Mími or at another location as agreed with the project manager.
• To finish to catchthe master's programme and To graduate, it is necessary to achieve an 80% attendance.
• The course is subsidised by the Education Fund to equalise access and promote learning for adults.
• Teaching is conducted in accordance with the curriculum of the Training Centre for the Business Sector., Certified by the Centre for Education and School Services, which ensures qualityandreliability. All curricula can be accessed here.
• The programme is equivalent to up to 60 secondary school credits. The management of each school is responsible for its assessment of studies from other educational institutions.
• Please note that a minimum number of participants is required for the course to go ahead.