Postgraduate research opportunities Information behaviours during times of transitions
ApplyKey facts
- Opens: Tuesday 1 October 2024
- Deadline: Friday 1 October 2027
- Number of places: 1
- Duration: 3 years
Overview
Some life transitions are more difficult than others and the information behaviours we use in everyday life may not be appropriate for obtaining useful information during a significant life change. Information, however, is critical in tackling these changes. This PhD project will examine the information behaviours of people undergoing a significant life change.Eligibility
An upper second-class UK Honours degree or overseas equivalent in Information Science, or relevant Social Science is required. If English is not your first language, you must have an IELTS score of at least 6.5 with no component below 5.5.
Project Details
Life changes mean disruptions to how we normally live our lives. Often these take place within areas of our lives that are not routine or everyday and therefore may require new and specialised ways of dealing with information. During a life transition, our sense of mastery and coherence over our lives may be challenged, resulting in the need for information to help adjust to a new life.
This PhD project will look at how we obtain and use information during a significant life change such as an illness, new job, or change to our relationship status.
Funding details
Please note that there is currently no funding available for this PhD position.
Prospective candidates are encouraged to explore alternative funding sources, such as scholarships, grants and fellowships. Possible sources of external funding include:
- national & international scholarship programmes
- research councils & foundations
- industry sponsorships & partnerships
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Computer and Information Sciences
Programme: Computer and Information Sciences
Computer and Information Sciences
Programme: Computer and Information Sciences