Fully Funded PhD Scholarship: Optimising the delivery of high-intensity interval training interventions for improving health and wellbeing in sedentary individuals and patients in real-world settings
Swansea University Information
Established in 1920, Swansea University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Swansea (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Wales. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Privy Council, Swansea University is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Swansea University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 99 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates hold or expect to achieve a minimum of an upper second class (2:1) honours degree (or its equivalent) in a relevant subject area, either Sport and Exercise Science, Physical Activity and Health, Biomedical Sciences, Human Physiology, Medicine, or similar. An MSc in related subject area is desirable.
The successful candidate will have a good knowledge of the physiological responses to exercise, an understanding of the role of physical activity and exercise in prevention and treatment of chronic disease, and of the complexities of physical activity measurement and manipulation. They will also be able to demonstrate the ability to work independently, and to communicate clearly and effectively through oral and written means.
Previous experience in undertaking a range of physiological and/or health-based assessments is important, as is experience in quantitative research methods.
We would normally expect the academic and English Language requirements (IELTS 6.5 overall with 5.5+ in each component) to be met by point of application. For details on the University’s English Language entry requirements, please visit the website for more information.
Due to funding restrictions, this scholarship is open to UK/EU candidates only.
Offered Benefits
This scholarship covers the full cost of UK/EU tuition fees and an annual stipend of £12,000 for three years.
There will be additional funds (approximately £1,100 per year) available for research expenses.
Application Process
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Established in 1920, Swansea University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Swansea (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Wales. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Privy Council, Swansea University is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Swansea University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 99 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.