University of East London

Overview

The PhD in Health, Wellbeing and Online Harms at the University of East London (UEL) delves into the impact of digital environments on health, safety, and wellbeing, particularly focusing on young people and marginalized communities. This program offers an opportunity to conduct significant research that links online harms with public health, social inequality, and community cohesion. Through your work, you can influence both policy and practice in this vital area.

What you'll study

This research degree emphasizes independent study supported by academic supervision and training. The program structure includes:

• Research proposal and confirmation: Develop a comprehensive research proposal and complete the initial assessment to confirm your registration.
• Doctoral training and development: Engage in training activities focused on research skills, including methodologies, ethics, and dissemination of findings.
• Supervised research: Conduct your research, involving literature reviews, data collection, analysis, and refinement of research questions.
• Ethics and governance: Follow ethical guidelines and approval processes for research involving human participants or sensitive data.
• Thesis submission: Submit an original doctoral thesis and defend your research as required by the university.
• Optional teaching experience: There may be opportunities to assist in teaching undergraduate modules, subject to departmental needs and approval.

Note: Specific training activities and milestones may vary based on your supervisory team and research topic. Your supervision team will outline the tailored plan for your cohort and project.

Entry requirements

Applicants for the PhD program should typically possess an MPhil or MRes, or an equivalent overseas qualification recognized by the University of East London. If you're applying for a PhD through the MPhil route, you should have either a first-class or upper second-class honors degree from a UK Higher Education Institution, or an equivalent overseas qualification.

Career prospects