Faculty of Social Sciences

The Faculty of Social Sciences at Nord University is one of Norway's largest centres for education and research in the field of Social Sciences. 

The faculty has active researchers in disciplines such as Sociology, History, Journalism and Communication, Games and experience technology, Political Science, Leadership, Geography and Social Work. 

Research carried out at the faculty also takes the form of applied and cross-disciplinary projects. Several researchers at the faculty participate in international research networks. The Faculty of Social Sciences and Nordland Research Institute cooperate closely on various types of research projects.​

Facts about the faculty:

  • We have about 2200 students and 190 staff members
  • Our research and education is regionally relevant, in demand and internationally visible
  • We are present at study locations Bodø og Levanger