Organization
The Department of Sociology and Human Geography is the leading department for research and education in sociology and human geography in Norway.
The department is characterized by a breadth of research topics and methods, as well as a teaching staff of highly qualified researchers. Gender balance among the scientific staff, but also social relevance, are other important characteristics of the department as a research and teaching environment.
The department has 40 permanent academic staff, over 35 PhD fellows and postdoctoral fellows, approximately 40 candidates enrolled in the PhD program, 1200 active students, and 15 administrative employees.
Department Board
The department board is the highest governing body of the department and consists of elected members from permanent and temporary staff, technical/administrative staff and studients.
Administration
The department administration is responsible for, amongst other things, research and study administration.
Programme Councils
The programme councils have a delegated responsibility for the department's study programs.
PhD Board
The PhD Board is a meeting place for academic staff, PhD candidates and administration at the department.
Regulations
Management and Administration Regulations for ISS.
Department Elections
Election of department board and management.