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University of Oslo Faculty of Social Sciences Master in Human Geography
University of Oslo Faculty of Social Sciences

University of Oslo Faculty of Social Sciences

Master in Human Geography

Oslo, Norway

Master degree

English

Jan 2026

On-Campus

Key Summary

    About : The Master in Human Geography focuses on understanding the complex interactions between people and their environments. Students will delve into topics like urbanization, migration, and social justice. The program offers a blend of theoretical concepts and practical applications over a duration tailored to fit student needs.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue various careers such as urban planners, policy analysts, and researchers. The skills acquired can also lead to opportunities in non-profit organizations, government agencies, and academia, allowing for impactful contributions to community and environmental planning.

All places –small or large, rich or poor, near or far– are unique yet connected to many other places at the same time. With a master in Human Geography, you learn to understand the difference that place makes and how local and global processes intertwine and produce change worldwide. Choose between four thematic specializations to meet your academic interests.

This programme aims to provide an understanding of social processes within the context of space and place. You will learn how economic, political and cultural processes manifest themselves in the urban space, regionally or globally, and how the properties of places influence broader social processes.