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UiT The Arctic University of Norway PhD in Humanities and Social Sciences

UiT The Arctic University of Norway

PhD in Humanities and Social Sciences

3 Years

English

Full time

15 Nov 2025*

Aug 2026

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* non-EU/EEA applicants: 15 november | EU/EEA and swiss applicants: 1 march

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Key Summary

    About : The PhD in Humanities and Social Sciences offers a comprehensive exploration of diverse topics, equipping students with advanced research skills. You'll engage deeply in the issues that shape society, culture, and human behavior while developing your own unique research project under expert supervision. The program typically lasts three to four years, allowing for in-depth study and thesis completion.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue roles in academia, research, public policy, or cultural institutions. Potential careers include university lecturer, researcher, policy analyst, or cultural advisor, enabling you to impact society significantly.

Introduction

The PhD program in the humanities and social sciences offers a research programme that qualifies candidates for work in academia or other areas in which there is a strong demand for scientific insight and analytical thinking. The research programme is offered in a range of subjects and has different areas of specialisation.

Areas of specialisation within the humanities: Linguistics, literature and culture, archaeology, history, philosophy, religion, theology, documentation science and art history, and more.

Areas of specialisation within the social sciences: Political science, sociology, anthropology, regional planning and cultural understanding, education, tourism, welfare and social work, gender research, indigenous studies, peace studies, and more.

Program description

  • Duration: 3 years
  • Credits (ECTS): 180
  • Degree Name: Philosophiae Doctor in Humanities and Social Sciences

Completion of the program requires integration and participation in an active research environment, collaboration with other researchers, and connecting with relevant national and international networks.

PhD students are given close supervision and academic guidance, but must assume responsibility for the planning and implementation of their dissertations.

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