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Spring term 2026

Icelandic

Icelandic 2 distance learning (A1.2)

In the course, you continue to take confident steps in learning Icelandic.

You continue to build a basic vocabulary and boost your confidence in learning and using the language. We focus on comprehension and speaking practice that is useful in everyday life.

Online
40 hours.
Price59,500 kr.

Upcoming courses

Title Days Date. Time Location Price
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Icelandic 2 distance learning
Tuesday and Thursday 7 April 2026 - 18 June 2026 19:40 - 21:50 Online 59,500 kr. Register
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Icelandic 2 distance learning
Saturday 11 April 2026 - 13 June 2026 09:00 - 13:30 Online 59,500 kr. Register
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Icelandic 2 distance learning
Monday and Wednesday 13 April 2026 - 24 June 2026 17:10 - 19:20 Online 59,500 kr. Register
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Icelandic 2 distance learning
Monday and Wednesday 13 April 2026 - 24 June 2026 07:00 - 09:10 Online 59,500 kr. Register

What is it like to study at Mími?

  • A relaxed atmosphere that welcomes everyone.
  • Friendly and professional teachers.
  • Effective and creative teaching methods.
  • A wide range of teaching materials for all levels.
  • A wide range of courses.

The Icelandic 2 distance learning course is tailored for you who are continuing to learn Icelandic.* The course focuses on continuing to build a basic vocabulary for everyday language, in both comprehension and speech, using a variety of practical methods.

The course is individualised to a certain extent, based on reading texts, interactive exercises, coursework submissions and online chat with the tutor, as well as student group work. Distance learning requires greater independence from students in their studies. The course is partly online with a tutor and partly self-study with the tutor's support.

Icelandic 2 is an intermediate course at level A1.2 according to The European Language Framework. The course uses a variety of learning materials and active student participation to ensure effective and enjoyable learning of Icelandic. All learning materials are electronic. The learning materials Icelandic for everyone 2 is used in addition to additives and various types of electronic components.

 

You continue to learn Icelandic, which is useful in everyday life.

We focus on speech practice, and you will practise simple sentences in both conversation and narration.

All language skills are practised in the Icelandic course: listening, speaking, reading and writing.

The grammar is continued to be presented in a simple way in relation to the subject matter.

Your skills are assessed at the end of the course and you are given advice on the next steps in your Icelandic studies.

The course is for people, 18 and over, who wants to learn Icelandic.

The prerequisite is Icelandic 1 (40 hours) or equivalent knowledge. At the second level, Icelandic is used for instruction, but English is used as a fallback language if necessary. Participants must be able to read and write in Latin script.

The course is suitable for people who want more independence in their learning, have basic computer skills and have access to a computer.

A tailored solution for diverse groups: For those who do not have English proficiency, Icelandic 2 Slow-paced, Icelandic, Business and Society are offered (FA curriculum) or courses for specific language groups where the teacher speaks the group's language.

A placement test at the start of the course is included in the course fee for those who need it to determine which level is best suited to them for their Icelandic studies. This ensures quality and better results.

To graduate and receive a certificate, it is necessary to pass 75% attendance on the course.

Please note that a minimum number of participants is required for the course to go ahead.

The Icelandic courses at Mími are based on the Icelandic language curriculum for foreigners, published by the Ministry of Education and Culture.

Electronic status assessment, contact: [email protected].

Situation assessment at Höfðabakka 9: [email protected]

Other: For those coming from countries outside the EEA: Part of the conditions set by the Immigration Authority for obtaining indefinite leave to remain in Iceland is to have completed 150 lessons/120 hours of Icelandic language study. It does not matter if different levels are taken or if levels are repeated.

Do you need help?

Unsure which course is best for you? Need to assess your experience and skills? At Mími, we offer personal guidance and help you find the right path in your studies or career.

Email address [email protected]

Telephone 580 1800

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