MSc Degrees in Biological Sciences, Iceland

University Centre of the Westfjords

The University Centre of the Westfjords (UW) is a higher education organisation in Iceland. It is located in Ísafjörður, a small rural coastal town surrounded by peaceful fjords and picturesque mountains in the Westfjords region. UW offers two international and multidisciplinary master’s programs on coastal issues; Coastal Communities and Regional Development (MA degree) and Coastal and Marine Management (MRM degree). Both programs are modular, taught in English, hands-on and include field trips and company visits. Topics include natural resource management, sustainability, economics, policy and planning for regional/urban communities.