In this course, you will take your first confident steps in learning Icelandic.
You will gain a solid foundation in the language and build the confidence to continue learning. We place emphasis on developing a basic vocabulary, comprehension and speaking skills that are useful in everyday life.
The Icelandic 1 distance learning course is tailored for you as a beginner in Icelandic.* The course focuses on building a basic vocabulary for everyday language, in both comprehension and speaking, using a variety of practical methods.
Distance learning requires greater independence from students. The course is partly online with a tutor and partly self-study with the tutor's support.
Icelandic 1 is a beginner's course at level A1.1 according to The European Language Framework. A variety of materials are used in the course, and active student participation ensures effective and enjoyable learning of Icelandic. The course is for students aged 18 and over who wish to learn Icelandic. English is used as a lingua franca in the teaching. All course materials are digital.
The curriculum Icelandic for everyone 1 is used in addition to additives and various types of electronic components.
Learn the alphabet, pronunciation and basic vocabulary: You will get a good foundation to continue learning Icelandic.
We focus on speech therapy and you practise simple and practical sentences.
All language skills are practised in the Icelandic course: listening, speaking, reading and writing.
The grammar is presented in a simple way in the context of 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. English is used as a lingua franca in the teaching if necessary. Participants need to be able to read and write in the Latin script and have a basic understanding of English.
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 1 – Part 1 (slow pace) or courses for specific language groups where the teacher speaks the group's language are offered.
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.
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
