The main role of Landspitali - The National University Hospital of Iceland is threefold; service to patients, teaching and training of clinical staff and scientific research. The hospital offers diverse clinical services in outpatient clinics, day patient units, inpatient wards and clinical laboratories. The hospital’s support offices provide a range of services related to human resources, finance and economics, information technology and operations.

Department of Education and division of Human Resources organize educational opportunities for new staff and in-house continuing education. The focus is on adult learning theories, innovative teaching methods, interdisciplinary training and learning in a safe, friendly environment