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Fully Funded Swansea University PhD: Health Science: Novel ultrasound technology

Published on September 1, 2023

PHD
Full tuition waiver + £18,622
5 September 2023

This exciting project seeks to address the global challenge of improving health outcomes in low-resource, remote settings. Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) has the potential to revolutionise early care pathways in community and primary care settings but is not widely implemented. There are significant evidence gaps around contextual influences on outcomes. Put simply, we do not understand if or how to implement POCUS in new settings. There are challenges around safe and effective provision by non-specialist care practitioners. These challenges could potentially be addressed using novel technology such as artificial intelligence and assisted reality; these aspects will be examined during the project.

The successful applicant will work with our existing industry and NHS Wales collaborators (Bloom Standard, Swansea Bay and Cardiff & Vale University Health Boards). Further collaborative opportunities with international partners will be leveraged, sought and nurtured. The student will be integrated in a strong interdisciplinary team where supervisors are actively involved in the delivery of work. The student will benefit from immersion in the Faculty’s wider cardiovascular-oriented research themes and regular participation in the PGR programme for student academic development.

Eligibility

Candidates must normally hold an undergraduate degree at 2.1 level and a master’s degree. Alternatively, applicants with a UK first class honours degree (or Non-UK equivalent as defined by Swansea University) not holding a master’s degree, will be considered on an individual basis.
If applicable – IELTS 6.5 overall (with at least 6.5 in each individual component) or Swansea recognised equivalent.
Due to funding restrictions, this scholarship is open to applicants eligible to pay tuition fees at the UK rate only, as defined by UKCISA regulations.
NB: If you are holding a non-UK degree, please see Swansea University degree comparisons to find out if you meet the eligibility.

Benefits

This scholarship covers the full cost of UK tuition fees and an annual stipend of £18,622.

Additional research expenses will also be available.

Application

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

Course choice – please select Health Science / 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 ‘RS423 – Novel Ultrasound Technology’

*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.

One application is required per individual Swansea University-led research scholarship award; applications cannot be considered listing multiple Swansea University-led research scholarship awards.

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