Fully Funded PhD Studentship: Explore a groundbreaking research opportunity with Bournemouth University, investigating the profound impact of electrical stimulation on the quality of life for individuals with Multiple Sclerosis. This fully-funded PhD studentship offers a stipend of £18,622 per year, providing an enriching platform to delve into the mechanisms and potential of functional electrical stimulation (FES) and surface spinal stimulation.
Fully Funded PhD Studentship – Combining Functional Electrical Stimulation and Spinal Stimulation for Optimizing Walking in Individuals with Multiple Sclerosis: A Feasibility Study
Designation: PhD Studentship
Research Area:
Combining functional electrical stimulation and spinal stimulation to optimize walking in people with Multiple Sclerosis, focusing on a feasibility study.
Location: Bournemouth University, Lansdowne Campus
Eligibility/Qualification:
Outstanding academic potential reflected in a First Class Honours degree or equivalent GPA, or a Master’s degree with distinction or equivalent. For non-native English speakers, a minimum IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 is required, with a minimum 6.0 in each component, or equivalent.
Job Description:
The successful applicant will collaborate with the research team to develop the project and research methodology. This exciting opportunity will enable you to shape and contribute to pioneering research in the field, aiming to enhance the understanding of how electrical stimulation can lead to improved function for individuals with MS.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates can find full entry requirements, project details, supervisors, funding information, academic support, and international entry requirements on the Bournemouth University website. The application deadline is 25th October 2024.
Last Date for Apply: 25th October 2024
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Next Start Date | 27th January 2025 |
| Duration | 36 months |
| Entry Requirements | Outstanding academic potential as measured by GPA or equivalent |
| English Requirement | IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 minimum (with a minimum 6.0 in each component) |
| Funding | Fully-funded PhD studentship including a stipend of £18,622 per year |
For more detailed information and application, please visit Bournemouth University’s official website.
