Markus Degerman

Markus Degerman is Professor and Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Crafts at Oslo National Academy of the Arts (KHiO), having previously served as Rector (2021-2023). With a background spanning visual art and architecture, his practice focuses on spatial design in public, urban, and institutional contexts. He co-founded the Stockholm-based design/architecture office Uglycute and chairs the Artistic Research Committee at the Swedish Research Council.

Degerman's interdisciplinary work integrates curatorial practice, theoretical inquiry, and pedagogical development. Prior to KHiO, he was Professor and Department Head at the Academy of Fine Arts, Arctic University of Norway. His educational background includes studies at the Royal Institute of Art and Konstfack University in Stockholm, and Umeå Academy of Fine Arts.