Conferment of honorary doctoral degrees
Honorary doctoral degrees of UiO (Doctor Honoris Causa) are given to prominent, often foreign, academics.
UiO has been entitled to appoint honorary doctorates since 1824. The degrees are awarded without a thesis defence/disputation. They are usually appointed every three years at UiO's Annual Celebration in September.
Honorary doctors 2024
In 2024, 17 new honorary doctors receive their degrees. Ten of the candidates come from European countries, while seven are from the USA. The honorary doctors were conferred at UiO's Annual Celebration on 2 September.
About the degree
Doctor honoris causa is awarded for significant scientific contribution or outstanding work in the interest of science.
All honorary doctors
UiO has conferred doctoral degrees since 1902.
Rules and guidelines
Regulations that guide the procedure for appointing honorary doctorates at UiO.
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