The School of Psychology at Queen’s University Belfast invites applications for a fully funded
3 year PhD in animal welfare.
Project Title:
Auditory stimulation and animal welfare
Supervisor: Dr
Deborah L. Wells (d.wells@qub.ac.uk)
Aims:
Recent attention has been directed towards the value of auditory
stimulation for animals, notably those housed in captivity, with
positive short-term results. The specific effects that this type of
stimulation actually has on an animal’s functioning, however,
is still largely unknown, despite the widespread belief that it is
inherently enriching and now of commonplace use in captive, and other,
settings. This PhD will explore the effect of different types of
auditory stimulation on the psychological functioning
and well-being of animals. Whilst the project will focus primarily on
the domestic dog, a species routinely exposed to stressors that
jeopardise its welfare, there may be score for expansion of the research
to other animals, both domestic and exotic.
Funding information:
The PhD award is funded by the Northern Ireland Department for the
Economy (DfE), formerly the Department for Employment and Learning
(DEL). The studentship may cover maintenance and fees for a maximum of
three years. UK residents: fees plus maintenance.
Other EU residents: fees only. For further details regarding
eligibility criteria (including academic, citizenship and residency
criteria) please see
www.nidirect.gov.uk/articles/department-economy-studentships%20
Deadline:
The deadline for applications is Thursday 1st February 2018, with
interviews likely to take place in the week beginning 28th February
2018. For how to apply see:
www.qub.ac.uk/schools/psy/Study/PostgraduateResearch/PhDFundingOpportunities/pgrhowtoapply/
Applicants must have at least a 2.1 degree (or equivalent) in
Psychology or a related subject.
For further information on the School of Psychology see
www.qub.ac.uk/schools/psy