Research
The Department covers the entire human history, from the first hunter-gatherers to modern history. The research is based on historical sources and archaeological evidence, as well as the conservation of objects and paintings.
Doctoral degree: PhD in the Humanities
At the Faculty of Humanities you can work with some of Europe’s best researchers within the field of humanities and participate in exciting research projects.
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Research news
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The Vikings cultivated the past – but for different reasons than we thought
When we rowed like Vikings during the Football World Cup, we used our history to create a sense of togetherness. Not unlike how the Vikings themselves used their own past.
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Archaeologists dig into the present – bringing those so often forgotten into the light
Displaced people in Africa must find creative solutions when they arrive in a new place. In these situations, women’s craftsmanship and knowledge are crucial.
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The Dilemma of Copyright: “Countries in the South Need More Access to Innovation”
Copyright and patents provide important rights to artists and inventors. However, for countries in the South, intellectual property rights still create problems.
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Do you feel that climate engagement is pointless? A story from the 18th century may offer hope
A parish priest and scientist worked hard to create change when a climate crisis struck. He did not know it when he died, but his efforts would yield results.
HEI: Heritage Experience Initiative
HEI develope critical heritage research in close cooperation with the heritage sector and experiment with new teaching and learning models.
Dialogues with the Past
The Nordic Graduate School in Archaeology, ‘Dialogues with the Past’ (DIALPAST), is a well-established research school for PhD students from the Nordic countries, Kiel, St.Petersburg and the Baltics.
The Norwegian Research School in History
The Norwegian Graduate School in History is a research school for PhD students of history.
Publications
- A Battle for the Post-War Mind: Social Imaginaries of Brainwashing, Resilience and the Welfare Citizen in Sweden and Denmark, c. 1950–1970 (2026) Farbøl, Rosanna & Cronqvist, Marie
- All Over the Place: The Trajectory of Johan Galtung (2026) Førland, Tor Egil
- Neighbor, Partner, and Uncertainty. Understandings of Russia and the making of High North Policy, 1991-2010 (2026) Nissen, Ada & Nevelius, Cathrine