Fully Funded Ph.D. Fellowship in Norway

The Oslo School of Architecture and Design (AHO) is offering a four-year Fully Funded PhD Fellowship in Rural Studies for the program commencing in spring.

The Oslo School of Architecture and Design (AHO) is a specialized university and a leading international architecture and design school that provides education within architecture, landscape architecture, urbanism and design.

Applicants who do not speak English or Scandinavian language as their mother tongue must submit documentation of their proficiency in English by the deadline of the application (TOEFL test or similar).

Scholarship Summary: Fully-Funded Ph.d. Fellowship in Norway

Application Closes On: June 30, 2021
Level Of Study: Scholarships are available for the Ph.D. program.
Study Subject: Scholarships are awarded in the field of Rural Studies.
Scholarship Award:

• The Ph.D. fellowship is fully funded and there is no tuition fee. The salary is NOK 443 900 for a full position, the extensive relevant experience can give a higher start salary. From the salary, there will be a mandatory deduction of 2% as a contribution to the State Pension fund (SPK). Standard employment conditions for state employees in Norway apply for the position.
• An annual sum of 20 000 NOK for literature and other necessary academic activities.
• Office space in a professionally stimulating working environment.
• Attractive welfare benefits and generous pension agreement in addition to Oslo’s family-friendly environment with its rich opportunities for culture and outdoor activities.

Number of Scholarships Available:

Not given

Study in:

Norway

Who Is Eligible for the Scholarship:

Eligible Countries: Citizens of all nationalities are eligible to apply.
Entrance Requirements:

• Applicants must hold a master’s degree in architecture or landscape architecture.
• Candidates that speak and master written Norwegian will be given priority, however, University also urges other candidates to apply.

English Language Requirements: Applicants who do not have English or Scandinavian language as their mother tongue must submit documentation of their proficiency in English by the deadline of the application (TOEFL test or similar). Students with university studies where English comprised the major component of the studies are exempted from the requirement.

Process Of Application:

The application documents must include:

• A letter of application describing why the applicant is qualified for this position (maximum two A4 pages.)
• A project proposal (maximum 5 A4 pages) must include the topic, relevant theory, methods or practice, and a timeline for the project. Applicants are expected to be able to complete the project during the appointment period. Special needs in terms of for instance technical equipment or association with national or international institutions or partners should be mentioned.
• CV with a full summary of education, practice, and academic employment, list of publications, projects, and academic work that the applicant wishes to be considered by the evaluation committee (Max 5 A4 pages).
• Copies of educational certificates (foreign applicants must attach an explanation of their university’s grading system)
• One example of written work that the applicant wishes to be considered by the evaluation committee, maximum 10 pages.
• One presentation (where relevant) of practice-based work that the applicant wishes to be considered by the evaluation committee, maximum 5 pages

How to Apply:

The mode of applying is online.

Online Application

Scholarship Link