Communication and Culture PhD Scholarships are now available at the Department of Communication and Culture at BI Norwegian Business School for the August 2026 intake. These fully research-focused PhD opportunities invite motivated candidates to submit original research proposals aligned with key areas such as digital transformation, communication technologies, media, and the creative industries.
The PhD program is designed to develop highly skilled researchers capable of pursuing successful international academic careers. With a strong focus on advanced research training, global academic publishing, and close supervision, these scholarships play a vital role in strengthening BI Norwegian Business School’s standing as one of Europe’s leading institutions in business and communication research.
Benefits of Communication and Culture PhD Scholarships
- Annual salary of approximately NOK 572,800
- Four-year fully funded PhD position
- Automatic membership in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
- Close supervision by internationally recognized faculty
- Access to a highly international research environment
- Workplace located at BI Norwegian Business School, Oslo
Eligibility for the Communication and Culture PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All countries
- Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in Communication-related disciplines, including but not limited to:
- Management
- Communication Studies
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Philosophy
- Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
- Hold a Master of Science degree with a thesis, a Research Master’s/MPhil, or an equivalent degree relevant to Communication by early summer 2026
- Final-year Master’s students graduating in 2026 are eligible to apply
- An MBA degree alone does not meet the admission requirements
- Demonstrate strong academic and research potential
- Meet English language requirements (TOEFL/IELTS unless exempted)
- Be willing to undertake 25% teaching duties during the scholarship period.
Required Documents
- Academic certificates
- Transcripts
- Research proposal
- CV
- Recommendation letters
- Language test scores
How to Apply for the Communication and Culture PhD Scholarships
- Submit your application online only through BI Norwegian Business School’s electronic application system
- Complete the application via the official portal
- Upload all required documents within the system before the deadline
- Required documents include:
- Academic certificates and transcripts
- Research proposal
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Recommendation letters
- Language proficiency test scores
- Any other mandatory application forms
- Ensure all documents are complete and properly uploaded before final submission
- Late submissions or documents sent by email will not be accepted
- Applications that do not meet the requirements will be automatically disqualified
Frequently Asked Questions
Communication and Culture PhD Scholarships are four-year doctoral positions starting August 2026 at BI Norwegian Business School in Oslo. They fund research you propose, require specific academic documents, involve teaching duties, provide stipend and supervision for an academic career.
What are Communication and Culture PhD Scholarships?
The Communication and Culture PhD Scholarships are four-year doctoral positions at BI Norwegian Business School starting in August 2026. They fund research you propose within communication and culture, offer close supervision, annual stipend, Oslo placement and academic career support.
Who can apply for these PhD Scholarships?
Applicants must hold or be completing a Master of Science with thesis work, a research master/M.Phil, or an equivalent degree relevant to Communication. Final year MSc candidates are welcome but an MBA alone does not meet the admission criteria for these doctoral positions.
When do the Communication and Culture PhD Scholarships start?
These PhD Scholarships begin in August 2026 and run for four years. The programme’s structure and research progression are designed to support your academic growth, with milestones to complete under supervision and teaching obligations included with your research in Oslo.
What research areas are eligible for the Scholarships?
You may propose your own research topic as long as it broadly aligns to the Department’s interests like the arts in digital transformation, creative industries change, communication technologies shaping work, online communities, or education innovation.
Where will PhD candidates study and work?
Selected PhD students will be based at BI Norwegian Business School in Oslo, Norway. The Department of Communication and Culture is internationally composed with about fifty faculty and hosts active research groups in areas like Internet and Society and Corporate Communication.
What funding and benefits come with these Scholarships?
The Communication and Culture PhD Scholarships include an annual stipend of NOK 572 800 (subject to adjustments), automatic membership in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund, and involve 25 % teaching duties as part of your academic training.
What documents are required to apply?
Applicants must upload a Master’s certificate with transcripts, Bachelor’s certificate with transcripts, Diploma Supplement, a 5-10 page research proposal, CV, at least two letters of recommendation, PhD course certificates, publication list, verification document, and test scores.
Is there support for English language requirements?
Applicants must submit TOEFL or IELTS test scores unless they qualify for a waiver under conditions set by the programme. This ensures you can engage fully with academic research and teaching duties in the PhD programme.
What supervision and career development is offered?
Accepted PhD candidates receive close supervision and follow-up by research faculty at the Department of Communication and Culture, helping you build towards international academic contributions and future research publications.
What application rules should candidates know?
All application documents must be uploaded electronically by the deadline. E-mail or late documents are not accepted except for those completing Master’s in 2026 who lack a final certificate. You cannot revise your submission once sent.
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