Learn filmmaking in Iceland
Why This Film School?
We at The Icelandic Film School welcome you to study the art and craft of film and screen.
The school offers unique and extensive expertise bringing you some of the best professional education and training in the film and screen industry.
Our personalized approach enables the student to achieve maximum results.
We are located in Reykjavík where all distances are short and the ever-changing nature of Iceland is never far away:
A true source of inspiration and creativity.
Join us for an extraordinary adventure and experience in the study of the craft and art of film and the wonders of cinema.
Welcome to The Icelandic Film School
Screenwriting & Directing
This is a versatile and creative course of study in the fields of writing and directing for the screen. You'll learn various methods for developing your ideas and writing scripts for feature films, shorts, television, and other visual media.
Creative Technology
Cinematography, editing, sound editing, and visual effects (vfx) form the technical fundamentals of all filmmaking. During this 120-credit diploma study (two years) students acquire professional skills in these four disciplines. A unique education, practical, valuable, and highly sought-after training in the rapidly growing film and television industry.
Directing & Producing
This diploma offers a diverse, challenging curriculum in directing and producing for film, television and other media. During two years of study you'll explore the main roles and functions of both professions through a number of practical exercises, including short films, commercials, music videos, documentaries and various television formats.
Acting
You will learn the basic techniques and methods of acting for stage and screen. We encourage our students to explore their individual creativity and place special attention on dance, physical expression and singing.
The foundation for either an acting career in film, television or on the stage.
Always Open for Admissions
We accept applications at all times, all year round.
Film Program in Iceland
The program is for most part practical and Iceland provides the ideal creative setting and atmosphere at this safe and brilliant location.
Close Industry Connections
All teachers and instructors at IFS are active professionals in the industry. IFS is also in formal collaboration with production companies and TV stations that offer internships after graduation.
Campus Reykjavík
The Nordic island nation, Iceland, is defined by its dramatic volcanic landscape of geysers, hot springs, waterfalls, glaciers, and black-sand beaches. The capital, Reykjavik, home to the majority of the population, runs on geothermal power and offers a renowned nightlife scene as well as a rich cultural life. The glaciers in the Vatnajökull and Snæfellsnes national parks are popular for ice climbing, hiking, and snowmobiling.
News
A new student council at The Film School
A new student council for the spring semester of 2021 has been chosen for Kinema, the student association of The Icelandic Film School
Graduation weekend at its end
We are now at the end of what must be the most important weekend each semester, graduation weekend. The films were shown on friday evening in Laugarasbio and the graduation ceremony was held on Saturday. Unfortunately the students were forced to wait over the New Years as a result of Covid, but finally got to thoroughly enjoy the fruits of their labor.
Fridrik Thor Fridriksson, Dean of The Film School, gives his graduation speech
The deans graduation speech, on graduation day February 20th
Why IFS?
IFS has developed a special two-year program ensuring that each student acquires a firm professional grounding at the end of his or her studies. Most students arrive at the school as beginners but graduate as professionals, ready to assume their duties in the field of filmmaking or specialize further in their continuing studies.
IFS is a member of Cilect, the international organization of leading film schools in the world. Cilect.org
Life after IFS
Students have a vast array of options having completed their studies: Further specialization, jobs in the film- and television industry, or even running their own companies. Their education can also be put to use as supplementary knowledge in other fields, even in different areas.
Open for Application
Join us for an extraordinary adventure and experience in the study of the craft and art of film and the wonders of cinema.
We accept applications at all times!
All year round.