Bizuayehu Tesfaye Tilahun - Ethiopia
Education: BSc in Electrical Engineering, Arba Minch University, 2005, Ethiopia
REYST field of study: Engineering
Why REYST?
I want to pursue an MSc of sustainable energy systems and contribute my knowledge in the energy sector, as sustainable energy systems have a major role to play in our energy future due to the earth's limited supplies of fossil fuels and to help mitigate global warming. That is why I have chosen REYST.
C V Kalyan - India
Education: Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad, India
REYST field of study: Engineering
Why REYST?
REYST is a part of Orkuveita Reykjavikur, one of the world's leading energy companies in renewable energy, which reaches 70 % of the Icelandic population for energy needs. Its varied focus in geothermal, hydrogen fuel and CNG draws worldwide attention to Iceland for research and development. The REYST programme in partnership with the Reykjavik University and University of Iceland provides an excellent platform in the field of renewable and sustainable energy. This programme will help me in enhance my knowledge and expertise in the field of renewable and sustainable energy in which I aspire my career in future.
Gunnar Pétur Hauksson - Iceland
Education: BSc in biology
REYST field of study: Business
Why REYST?
I have great interest in the field of renewable energy and REYST offers quality education in that field. Also, instead of going abroad for a similar education I feel Iceland is a very interesting country for this kind of studies.
Jacob Day - United States of America
Education: BSc in Geology with a minor in Environmental Studies
REYST field of study: Geosciences
Why REYST?
With my education background, geothermal energy is the best field for me to pursue. Iceland is the best place in the world to study geothermal energy, and Reykjavik Energy is the leader in sustainable energy in Iceland. With these resources, knowledge, and experience supporting the foundation of REYST, I couldn´t choose a better program to further my education.
Javier González-Garcia - Colombia
Education: BSc Geology, Cum Laude. Minors: Computer Science and Geographic Information Systems. Florida Atlantic University, USA (2008). Universidad Nacional de Colombia.
REYST field of study: Geosciences/Engineering
Why REYST?
One of the main challenges for humanity in this century is to cover its increasing demand for energy in a way that is socially and environmentally harmonious. The study of sustainable energy systems has the potential to provide some solutions to this challenge. The REYST program offers an attractive platform where diverse disciplines and ideas converge and mutually complement.
Níels Sveinsson - Iceland
Education: Electrician, Commercial diver from The Underwater Centre, Fort William, Scotland and BSc in Business from Reykjavik University, Iceland.
REYST field of study: Business
Why REYST?
As I started thinking about adding to my education, investigating the options at hand was the first step. When I saw the REYST program the choice for me wasn´t difficult. I find this field very interesting and since the need for sustainable and renewable energy will only increase in the forseeable future, it should be a good place to invest one´s interest and education.
Pai-chun Tao - Taiwan
Education: BSc in Earth Sciences, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan, 2005.
REYST field of study: Geosciences
Why REYST?
REYST provides comprehensive and practical courses in this field. You can choose according to your interest. Besides, you will not only learn the knowledge of sustainable energy in Iceland, but also how to live in a sustainable way.
Samuel Scott - United States of America
Education: BA Geology, Pitzer College.
REYST field of study: Business
Why REYST?
I wanted to study both the scientific and business aspects of renewable energy in an interesting setting while benefiting from the resources and experience with an established energy company.
Sveina María Másdóttir - Iceland
Education: BSc Business Administration, Bifröst University, 2009
REYST field of study: Business
Why REYST?
Sustainable energy plays an important role in the energy portfolio of Iceland and is evolving rapidly to a greater importance in the global energy portfolio. My prior education in Business Administration combined with my Master´s degree from REYST will give me the opportunity to further my career domestically and abroad while working in an emerging and interesting field.
Sævar Birgisson - Iceland
Education: BSc in Business, Bifröst University, 2006
REYST field of study: Business
Why REYST?
The energy field plays a big role in the world economy. Sustainable systems is the future in the energy field, therefore I chose REYST, a programme that combines students with multiform background.
Timo Koivumaki - Finland
Education: Master´s in Economics
REYST field of study: Business / Nuclear Energy
Why REYST?
Because I hope that this degree will be beneficial for me in the future.