PhD Scholarships in Communication and Culture at BI Norwegian Business School (2026 Start) BI Norwegian Business School in Norway

The Department of Communication and Culture at BI Norwegian Business School in Oslo, Norway, is offering multiple four-year doctoral scholarships for talented students interested in pursuing a PhD starting August 2026. The department is internationally recognized, with around 50 faculty members and active research groups in Internet and Society, Corporate Communication, Creative Industries, and Education. Research topics include the role of arts in digital transformation, creative industry changes, communication technologies shaping the future of work, online communities, social legitimacy of technological change, and innovation in education management. Faculty regularly publish in top journals such as the Journal of Management, Organization Studies, and Human Resource Management.

The PhD program is designed for students aiming for an international academic career and who can contribute to the department’s research agenda and BI’s vision of being a leading European business school. Candidates are encouraged to propose their own research projects within the department’s broad interests. The program includes close supervision by research faculty and requires 25% teaching responsibilities.

Applicants must have completed a Master of Science degree with thesis work, a research masters/M. Phil degree, or a comparable degree relevant to Communication (including management, communication studies, political sciences, psychology, sociology, and philosophy) by early summer 2026. An MBA does not qualify. Final year Master of Science students may apply. Required application materials include degree certificates and transcripts, a Diploma Supplement, a 5-10 page project proposal, CV, at least two letters of recommendation, certificates from doctoral-level courses (if applicable), a list of publications and relevant activities, signed verification document, and TOEFL/IELTS scores (waiver possible). All documents must be uploaded electronically; late or emailed documents are not accepted except for students finishing their master’s in 2026.

The scholarship provides an annual stipend of NOK 572,800 (subject to adjustment), automatic membership in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund, and teaching duties. PhD candidates will work at BI Norwegian Business School in Oslo. For more information, contact the Doctoral Administration at BI Norwegian Business School ([email protected]) or visit the department’s website. The application deadline is April 30, 2026.

To apply, submit your application via the provided link, ensuring all documents are uploaded before the deadline. Arrange for recommenders to email their letters to [email protected]. Accepted candidates will later provide a detailed progress plan for their four years of study.