About MF
MF Norwegian School of Theology, Religion and Society is a Specialized University in Oslo.
MF is a private, independent educational institution engaged in research and education in theology, religion, and social sciences, with a particular focus on the intersection of religion and society.
We offer a range of study programs at the Ph.D., master's, and bachelor's levels. Students are trained for professions in the church, school, and society.
The specialized university has approximately 120 employees, 1300 students, and around 50 in the doctoral program.
MF is an independent, value-based Specialized University college where academic freedom, critical thinking, and democratic participation are emphasized. MF was founded in 1907 as the Faculty of Theology. In 2018, we changed our name to MF Norwegian School of Theology, Religion and Society.
Research
The research at MF is diverse and covers areas such as theology and interdisciplinary studies of religion and society.
Opening hours
Ordinary opening hours
Main entrance and reception:
Monday- Friday: 08.00 - 21.00
Saturday: 09.00 - 17.00
Sunday: Closed
Library and reading room:
Monday- Friday: 08.00 - 21.00
Saturday: 09.00 - 17.00
Sunday: Closed
News
Learning to Rank in Public Libraries
Published: 23. October 2025
In our Digital Humanities Lab at MF, lab member Henrik Holtvedt Andersen has co-authored a study showing how machine-learning ranking models can make public library searches more relevant and user-friendly.
Exploring Digital Humanities Resources for Researchers at MF
Published: 17. October 2025
We want to highlight three particularly valuable platforms: DARIAH Teach The Carpentries, and The Programming Historian. Each provides practical, well-structured learning materials that align closely with the needs and interests of researchers at MF.
MF enters a collaboration with The Holberg School Programme
Published: 30. September 2025
MF has entered into a collaboration with The Holberg School Programme. The aim of the collaboration is to highlight religion as an exciting field of research for upper secondary school students.
Can history education foster peace? MF reseacher leads new international project
Published: 16. September 2025
MF Norwegian School of Theology, Religion and Society has been awarded NOK 9.9 million by the Research Council of Norway for a prestigious international research project on how history education can contribute to peace and reconciliation in conflict-affected societies.