It is however very rare that doctoral students are accepted only on the basis of a non-Norwegian graduate degree. There is no funding for doctoral studies. These are normally linked to research fellowships, which are full positions awarded by the University or the Norwegian Research Council. Competition for these is intense among all scholars, and there is generally little hope for an applicant without a strong basis in a Norwegian research milieu to be employed at this level. Visiting professors and employment Employment as teaching or research staff is on the basis of positions offered.
Reference is made to job offerings as and when they are made.
There is no open employment policy outside of the specific offers. Visiting or guest professorships, normally of two-four month's duration is offered by the University on the basis of competitive applications from the departments. Preference is normally given to established co-operation partners. The Centre for Middle Eastern Studies is often the host of visiting professors, but normally in co-operation with and at the initiative of a subject department. Reference may be made to the department in question.