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University of Oslo
University of Oslo PhD Research Fellowships in Human Geography 2026
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One to two full-time, fixed-term doctoral research fellow positions in human geography at the University of Oslo. Fellows conduct an independent research project under supervision and participate in the Faculty of Social Sciences’ PhD programme.
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Do I qualify
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Everyone needs
- degree 2 years at master’s level, 120 ECTS credits
- language Accepted English proficiency test where applicable
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- degree Other disciplinary background with previous education adequate for PhD-level research in human geography
Preferences and flexible criteria (3)
- Projects aligned with the department’s existing research and supervisory capacity
- Norway
- nationality Qualified international candidates, including candidates from countries outside Europe
- Level of study
- PhD
- Fields of study
- Social sciences
What's covered Coverage unconfirmed
- Duration
- 3-4 years
- Host country
- Norway
- Host institution
- University of Oslo, Department of Sociology and Human Geography
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What I need English test waiver possible
- English requirement
- English test waiver possible
- In-person requirements
- In-person requirement unclear
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How to apply
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- Open the official vacancy listing and use it to access the University of Oslo electronic recruitment system. Required
- Upload the required application documents individually, in the order specified in the vacancy announcement; do not combine them into one file. Required
- Submit the application through the University of Oslo electronic recruitment system. Required
- Deadline
- Deadline unconfirmed
- Application cycle
- 2026 application cycle
- Notes
- Residence in Norway is expected during the fellowship; fellows are encouraged to spend periods abroad where appropriate. The four-year appointment includes 25% compulsory work, primarily teaching.
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- Closed 15 August 2026
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