To ensure you a smooth integration into the Icelandic way of student life Reykjavik University has a buddy system arrangement, which means that when you are accepted into the university, you will be assigned a buddy. All of our buddies are students at Reykjavik University that have volunteered to help international students to adapt the first weeks of their stay. Your buddy will, amongst other things:
• Meet you at the bus terminal and take you to your accommodation
• Show you around school premises
• Show you around the city centre
• Show you where it is most practical to do your shopping
• Teach you how to use the bus system
Furthermore, if you have any questions don't hesitate to send your buddy an e-mail as our buddies are quite happy to assist you in any way they can. As your buddy is a student at RU, he/she will be able to give you practical hints on student life in Reykjavik, so we encourage all of our international students to use this opportunity to the fullest.
Arrival
The International airport is located at Keflavík, a 45-minute drive from the capital, Reykjavik. Flybus is operated all year daily from Keflavik Airport to Reykjavik in connection with all arriving flights. The Flybus brings passengers to the main bus station in Reykjavik (BSÍ) where your buddy will meet you and take you to your accommodation.
We recommend international students to send the arrival information to the following persons at least one week before of the arrival date to Iceland:
• Your buddy
• Your landlord or landlady
• The International Office
Please include information on your flight number, which company you are traveling with and the date and time of your arrival.
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