University Leadership

The University of Bergen is managed on a day-to-day basis by Rector and the University Director. The highest governing body is the University Board, with Rector serving as Chair.

The Rectorate

The Rector chairs the University Board and, on behalf of the Board, holds overall responsibility for and leadership of the University of Bergen’s operations. The Pro-Rector serves as the Rector’s deputy. The Rector and Pro-Rector are elected officials.

Rector Margareth Hagen

Phone: 55 58 20 02
Mobile: 416 19 662
Email: Margareth.Hagen@uib.no
Visiting adress: Muséplass 1

Pro-Rector Sigrunn Eliassen

Phone: +47 55 58 46 22
Mobile: +47 472 75 533
Email: sigrunn.eliassen@uib.no
Visiting adress: Muséplass 1

Vice-Rector Kristoffer Chelsom Vogt

Phone: +47 55589171
Mobile: +47 97666607
Email: kristoffer.vogt@uib.no
Visiting adress: Muséplass 1

Vice-Rector Kjell-Morten Myhr

Phone: +47 55976031
Mobile: +47 41447868
Email: kjell-morten.myhr@uib.no
Visiting adress: Muséplass 1

The Rectorate’s mailbox

The Rectorate prioritizes inclusive and attentive leadership. You are welcome to send a message to the Rectorate’s mailbox. All inquiries will be read!

The University Director

The University Director is the head of the university's administrative operations. The Director is appointed by the University Board and serves as secretary to the Board.

  • University Director: Tore Tungodden
  • Assistant University Director: Kari Fuglseth

The University Director’s office comprises:

  • Secretariat for the university leadership
  • Events Office
  • Holberg Prize Secretariat

Contact the university leadership

Visiting address: Muséplassen 1, 5007 Bergen
Postal address: P.O. Box 7800, 5020 Bergen

Phone number
+47 55 58 20 00
Emails
post@uib.no
Last updated: 16.09.2026