Oslo School of Architecture and Design (AHO) is proud to offer International PhD Fellowship in Encircling Material Values for the academic session 2025/2026.
Eligibility for the PhD fellowship at the school is open to candidates with a master’s degree in architecture, architectural history, architectural technology, or related fields. Applicants must demonstrate strong academic writing skills, ambition, and the ability to work systematically.The Oslo School of Architecture and Design (AHO) is a leading international institution specializing in architecture, landscape architecture, urbanism, and design. Located in Norway, AHO is renowned for its innovative approach to education, combining artistic exploration with critical and technical skills. With approximately 800 students and 210 staff, the school offers a dynamic environment for creativity and research. AHO emphasizes sustainability, cultural heritage, and advanced design methodologies, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration through its three institutes and research networks.
Founded in 1945, Arkitektur- og designhøgskolen i Oslo (Oslo School of Architecture and Design) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium-sized city of Oslo (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants). Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Kunnskapsdepartementet, Norge (Ministry of Education, Norway), Arkitektur- og designhøgskolen i Oslo (AHO) is a very small (uniRank enrollment range: 500-999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Arkitektur- og designhøgskolen i Oslo (AHO) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 74 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 0-10% making this Norwegian higher education organization a most selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.