Global and development-related research is one of two priority areas for research at the University of Bergen.

UiB Global is a unit responsible for initiating and coordinating multi- and transdisciplinary research and related activities within this priority area.

The unit aims to strengthen synergies across disciplines and build on the University´s long history of academic cooperation with partners in the Global South.

UiB Global is part of the Department of Research Management. UiB Global's academic coordinator reports directly to Rector.