Psychology: Fully Funded Swansea University Research Excellence Scholarships (SURES)

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Effective communication essential in reducing the global burden of disease. This project will examine the concept of ‘alert fatigue’, that is mental state that comes from receiving too many ‘alerts’ (messages), that can lead to confusion or ‘information overload’.  The project is based on recent research on alert fatigue by the supervisors during the coronavirus pandemic that has contributed to government policy across the UK (Williams et al., 2021). Communication is also a central issue for the COVID-19 enquiry and the supervisors published a scoping review on communication during the pandemic with the Royal Society (Williams et al., in press). However, there is little research into the nature of, and what exactly triggers, alert fatigue, and this information is essential for future public health messaging worldwide. The project will include a systematic review of existing literature on alert fatigue, followed by analysis of existing qualitative interviews and an experimental study. This experimental study will aim to explore whether the amount, length and complexity of the information received affects people’s ability to remember, understand, and act on public health guidance.

Results will be used to inform guidance and principles for effective communication for public health policy and practice. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with an international team of experts in the field who have direct links to the public sector.

Eligibility

Candidates must have attained, or must be expected to attain, a first-class honours degree and/or a distinction at master’s level.

Where applicants have multiple master’s degrees, a distinction must be held in the degree that is most relevant to the intended PhD study.

If you are currently studying for a master’s level qualification with an expected award date that is later than 01/10/2023, you should hold a minimum of an upper-second-class (2:1) honours degree.

You should be able to demonstrate a pass with a minimum grade average of at least 70% for your part-one master’s degree modules (the taught aspect of your master’s course rather than a research-focused dissertation) and submit your dissertation by no later than 30/09/2023.

If applicable – IELTS 6.5 overall (with a score of at least 6.5 in each individual component) or equivalent that is recognised by Swansea University.

Due to funding restrictions, this scholarship is – at this time – open solely to applicants who are eligible to pay tuition fees at the UK (United Kingdom) rate, as defined by UKCISA regulations.

Benefits

This scholarship covers the full cost of UK tuition fees and an annual stipend of £17,668, reviewed annually at the UKRI standard rate.

Additional research expenses will also be available.

Application

To apply, please complete your application online with the following information:

Course choice – please select Psychology / PhD / Full-time / 3 Year / October

Start year – please select 2023

Funding (page 8) –

‘Are you funding your studies yourself?’ – please select No

‘Name of Individual or organisation providing funds for study’ – please enter ‘RS417 - SURES1'

*It is the responsibility of the applicant to list the above information accurately when applying, please note that applications received without the above information listed will not be considered for the scholarship award.

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Effective communication essential in reducing the global burden of disease. This project will examine the concept of ‘alert fatigue’, that is mental state that comes from receiving too many ‘alerts’ (messages), that can lead to confusion or ‘information overload’.  The project is based on recent research on alert fatigue by the supervisors during the coronavirus pandemic that has contributed to government policy across the UK (Williams et al., 2021). Communication is also a central issue for the COVID-19 enquiry and the supervisors published a scoping review on communication during the pandemic with the Royal Society (Williams et al., in press). However, there is little research into the nature of, and what exactly triggers, alert fatigue, and this information is essential for future public health messaging worldwide. The project will include a systematic review of existing literature on alert fatigue, followed by analysis of existing qualitative interviews and an experimental study. This experimental study will aim to explore whether the amount, length and complexity of the information received affects people’s ability to remember, understand, and act on public health guidance.

Results will be used to inform guidance and principles for effective communication for public health policy and practice. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with an international team of experts in the field who have direct links to the public sector.

Eligibility

Candidates must have attained, or must be expected to attain, a first-class honours degree and/or a distinction at master’s level.
Where applicants have multiple master’s degrees, a distinction must be held in the degree that is most relevant to the intended PhD study.
If you are currently studying for a master’s level qualification with an expected award date that is later than 01/10/2023, you should hold a minimum of an upper-second-class (2:1) honours degree.
You should be able to demonstrate a pass with a minimum grade average of at least 70% for your part-one master’s degree modules (the taught aspect of your master’s course rather than a research-focused dissertation) and submit your dissertation by no later than 30/09/2023.
If applicable – IELTS 6.5 overall (with a score of at least 6.5 in each individual component) or equivalent that is recognised by Swansea University.
Due to funding restrictions, this scholarship is – at this time – open solely to applicants who are eligible to pay tuition fees at the UK (United Kingdom) rate, as defined by UKCISA regulations.

Benefits

This scholarship covers the full cost of UK tuition fees and an annual stipend of £17,668, reviewed annually at the UKRI standard rate.

Additional research expenses will also be available.

Application

To apply, please complete your application online with the following information:

Course choice – please select Psychology / PhD / Full-time / 3 Year / October
Start year – please select 2023
Funding (page 8) –
‘Are you funding your studies yourself?’ – please select No
‘Name of Individual or organisation providing funds for study’ – please enter ‘RS417 - SURES1'

*It is the responsibility of the applicant to list the above information accurately when applying, please note that applications received without the above information listed will not be considered for the scholarship award.

APPLY NOW