RES and the University of Akureyri are known for its personal atmosphere. The teaching facilities are new and well equipped with computer access and the library facilities and reading lounges are
excellent.
Offices and Classrooms
Courses take place at Solborg, Sunnuhlid and Borgir. Borgir is a science park and is currently going through expansion. RES will in the future be located at Borgir. The Solborg and Borgir campus is uniquely located in the geographic centre of Akureyri.
Courses take place at Solborg, Sunnuhlid and Borgir. Borgir is a science park and is currently going through expansion. RES will in the future be located at Borgir. The Solborg and Borgir campus is uniquely located in the geographic centre of Akureyri.
In Sunnuhlid RES has both the main classroom and offices. The building is located a stone throw away the main university campus, halfway towards the student dormitories. The rapidly growing RES
library with titles focusing on renewable energy is located at Sunnuhlid, as well as student lounge and café. RES students have 24 hour access to the facilities and they are used both for
student lectures as well as past time activities.
Sunnuhlid Classroom and RES Offices
Reading Lounges
Special areas, dedicated to reading and homework, are located at the University Library at Solborg. The opening hours are 08:00 to 22:00. At the beginning of student's first semester, they are issued a key-card which gives access to the reading lounges at any time of day or night. Students who do their homework at the university or the library often times experience lively debates with their fellow students about the education or the social life in Akureyri.
IT-Services
Students can access computers at Solborg computer labs. A large number of students have lap-tops which they can use to access the internet through the University Wireless system. Therefore, it is quite common for students to work on group projects almost anywhere on campus.
Computer Labs
Students can access computers in two computer labs at Solborg. All students are issued with computer access upon registration for the first semester.
Main University Library
The University Library is located in a spacious area of Solborg where students can study and access computers. The library has a scientific research collection and its buying policy is mostly adjusted to the needs of the faculties of the University. The collection is currently about 40.000 titles as well as a growing number of journals and periodicals. Students can book special group-work rooms where they also have access to computers and internet. The library opening hours are Mon-Fri 08:00 - 18:00 and 12:00 - 15:00 on Saturdays.
IT Centre
The IT Centre (Gagnasmiðja) enables students to access computers, specialized equipment and software. In addition, it has colour printers and equipment to spiral bind research papers. The IT Centre staff are always available for help or consultation during opening hours Mon-Fri 08:00 - 16:00.
Student Cafeteria
The cafeteria at Solborg is where students and staff can congregate and discuss life over a cup of coffee. On weekdays, the cafeteria serves warm lunches as well as a variety of pastries, bread and snacks. Its opening hours are Mon-Fri 08:00 - 15:30.
Special areas, dedicated to reading and homework, are located at the University Library at Solborg. The opening hours are 08:00 to 22:00. At the beginning of student's first semester, they are issued a key-card which gives access to the reading lounges at any time of day or night. Students who do their homework at the university or the library often times experience lively debates with their fellow students about the education or the social life in Akureyri.
IT-Services
Students can access computers at Solborg computer labs. A large number of students have lap-tops which they can use to access the internet through the University Wireless system. Therefore, it is quite common for students to work on group projects almost anywhere on campus.
Computer Labs
Students can access computers in two computer labs at Solborg. All students are issued with computer access upon registration for the first semester.
Main University Library
The University Library is located in a spacious area of Solborg where students can study and access computers. The library has a scientific research collection and its buying policy is mostly adjusted to the needs of the faculties of the University. The collection is currently about 40.000 titles as well as a growing number of journals and periodicals. Students can book special group-work rooms where they also have access to computers and internet. The library opening hours are Mon-Fri 08:00 - 18:00 and 12:00 - 15:00 on Saturdays.
IT Centre
The IT Centre (Gagnasmiðja) enables students to access computers, specialized equipment and software. In addition, it has colour printers and equipment to spiral bind research papers. The IT Centre staff are always available for help or consultation during opening hours Mon-Fri 08:00 - 16:00.
Student Cafeteria
The cafeteria at Solborg is where students and staff can congregate and discuss life over a cup of coffee. On weekdays, the cafeteria serves warm lunches as well as a variety of pastries, bread and snacks. Its opening hours are Mon-Fri 08:00 - 15:30.
