Student Scholarships

We strongly encourage participation from students, and place a high value on creating opportunities for the next generation of Arctic scholars and practitioners to engage with the wider UArctic community.

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A number of scholarships will be available to support participation of Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD students in the UArctic Congress 2026. The scholarships are intended to help cover costs related to attending the Congress, such as travel, accommodation, and registration.

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Call for Students (CLOSED)

The scholarship programme for Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD students is now closed.

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Call for Early-Career Researchers (CLOSED)

The scholarship programme for early-career researchers is now closed.

Conference Booths

Showcase your organisation at UArctic Congress 2026. A limited number of booths are available and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Venue: Við Tjarnir

The Congress will be held at Við Tjarnir, the Faroe Islands’ newest large-scale multi-purpose arena, located just outside Tórshavn.

Media & Press

Accreditation information for media representatives wishing to attend UArctic Congress 2026 and the Ocean Connectivity Conference.

Travel Visa & Invitation Letters

Information on travel visa requirements for the Faroe Islands and how to request an invitation letter for conference participation.

Registration is OPEN

Registration is now open – join us at UArctic Congress 2026 and the Ocean Connectivity Conference.

Additional Information

Practical information for participants attending UArctic Congress 2026, including transport, local services, and useful links.

What to do in the Faroe Islands

A curated selection of guided excursions and outdoor experiences has been developed exclusively for Congress participants.

Travelling to the Faroe Islands

You can fly non-stop to the Faroe Islands from several international destinations, including Copenhagen, Paris, Reykjavik, London, Edinburgh, Oslo, and Bergen.

Accommodation

Find information on accommodation options in and around Tórshavn, including hotels offering special rates for UArctic Congress 2026 participants.