PhD in Social Sciences

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

28

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Diversity

Others:

10%

Asia:

3%

Africa:

1%

Norway:

85%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Top recruiters

Accenture

Deloitte

KPMG

Amazon

Facebook

Dell

HP

Twitter

Pinterest

Instagram

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$1,90,000 / year

Overall Cost

$2,05,000 / year

FAQs

• What are the career prospects for graduates of this programme?
  
  Graduates pursue academic and research careers in universities and institutes, as well as professional roles in journalism, media industries, policy and governance, NGOs, communication departments, and cultural organizations.
• What facilities and resources are available to research students?
  
  Students have access to UiS library services, digital media labs, journalism research groups, the Department of Media and Social Sciences’ networks, doctoral research seminars, and interdisciplinary projects with Norwegian and international partners.
• What are the entry requirements for admission?
  
  Applicants must hold a relevant master’s degree (normally in media studies, journalism, communication, or related social sciences disciplines) with a strong academic record (equivalent to a B or better in the Norwegian grading scale). A well-developed research proposal aligned with the department’s expertise is required.
• What research areas are available within this programme?
  
  Research areas include journalism studies, media production and practice, media innovation, political communication, media policy and regulation, digital journalism, data and algorithmic media, audience and reception studies, social media and democracy, media ethics, global journalism, and interdisciplinary media and communication research.
• What is the duration of the PhD in Social Sciences (Media/Journalism track) at UiS?
  
  The PhD normally takes 3 years of full-time study. If combined with teaching or other departmental duties, it may extend to 4 years.