Honorary doctoral degrees of UiO (Doctor Honoris Causa) are given to prominent, often foreign, academics.
UiO has been entitled to appoint honorary doctorates since1824. The degrees are awarded without a thesis defence/disputation. They are usually appointed every three years at UiO's Annual Celebration in September.
Honorary doctoral degrees in 2024
In 2024, 18 new honorary doctors receive their degrees, 10 of whom are women. Ten of the candidates come from European countries, while eight are from the USA.
The honorary doctors are conferred at UiO's Annual Celebration on 2 September.
About the honorary doctoral degree
An institution that holds the right to confer a doctorate can award the degree of honorary doctor (Doctor Honoris Causa) in the same subject areas for significant scientific efforts.
Rules and guidelines
Overview of regulations that guide the procedure for appointing honorary doctorates at the University of Oslo.
Contact
If you have questions concerning UiO's honorary doctoral degrees, contact the External Relations Office: