The research in the Stockholm University Department of Human Geography concentrates on three research profiles:

• The Stockholm Urban and Regional Research Environment (SURE)
• Historical Geography and Landscape Studies
• Population Geography, Migration and GIS

This includes studies in Europe – particularly in Sweden – as well as in other parts of the world, with emphasis on Africa south of the Sahara. Some faculty and doctoral students have interests in more than one research profile. Part of the research is carried out with partners throughout the University and in cooperation with researchers in other organizations in Sweden and abroad.