PhD Studentship - Inclusive Research Approaches for People with Dementia

Project:

There is a need within dementia research for inclusive research approaches for underrepresented groups of people with dementia, focusing on developing innovations in methodology and methods and community and co-production approaches.

The aim of this PhD is therefore to innovate inclusive research methods to widen involvement, engagement and participation for people with dementia and to reduce inequalities of opportunity for research inclusion across the dementia trajectory.

The work will focus on equitable participation in applied and clinical research studies for people with dementia across the disease trajectory, their family carers who face increasing demands, and underrepresented groups. This study will foster innovative methodologies to facilitate inclusive and sensitive research approaches, working with lived experts to consider what works, when and how. The successful candidate will use creative approaches to support and increase involvement and participation in research.

The PhD is part of an ESRC funded Dementia Network called EMPOWER which brings together lived experts, researchers, clinicians, charities and community groups to try to address inequalities in dementia care to empower a meaningful life for all. The student will join the network and their work will inform a toolkit on inclusive research approaches.

For informal enquires please contact:

Dr Emma Wolverson e.wolverson@hull.ac.uk

Supervisors:

Dr Emma Wolverson
Professor Liz Walker

Funding:

The successful applicant will receive a fee waiver and a maintenance grant for three years (full-time) or six years (part-time), which covers the research period of the PhD. The fee waiver for 24/25 is £4,786 (Home fee) and the maintenance grant is £19,237 per annum. This rises each year in line with the UKRI’s recommended allowance.

Eligibility Requirements:

2:1 honours degree or above in nursing, health or health related area

Masters degree or working towards completing of a masters degree in health related area

Experience of working with people with dementia and their families in clinical or non-clinical settings

For more details on our entry requirements please visit the postgraduate admissions webpage.

International applicants:

This opportunity comes with a Home fee waiver only, which will not cover the full International fee. You will therefore need to pay the difference between the Home fee and the International fee and will need to provide evidence that you have sufficient funds to cover this.

How to Apply:

You will need to supply a personal statement when applying for this scholarship position. Find out more about writing a personal statement

Apply for the Scholarship here

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