- Phd Studentship In Human Factors Aspects Related To Cyber Security

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2013-07-25 02:00:28

PhD Studentship in Human Factors aspects related to Cyber Security

Deadline

Value of Scholarship

Level of Study

Country Tenable

Renewable

PhD Studentship in Human Factors aspects related to Cyber Security

Funded by: Coventry University
Fees: UK/EU fee equivalent for three years
Maintenance grant:Â Â£13,726 maintenance per annum (tax free)
Studentship academic contact; Dr John Huddlestone/Prof Don Harris
External collaborators (if applicable)

Details of proposed research:
Human Factors and Cyber Security â research in this area could focus on traditional aspects of human-computer interaction (e.g. trust, complacency, system transparency) applied to cyber interactions, through to the use of the internet and associated technologies for radicalization, and/or wider socio-technical issues associated with building resilient systems to counter the potential impact of extended pan-European cyber-attacks.

Candidate specification

Eligibility to apply for this studentship is limited to UK/EU fee payers

This is a re-advertisement- previous applicants need not reapply

Entry criteria for applicants to PHD

A minimum of a 2:1 first degree in a relevant discipline/subject area with a minimum 60% mark in the Project element or equivalent with a minimum 60% overall module average.

ï· In the event of a first degree classification of less than 2:1, a Masters Degree in a relevant subject area will be considered as an equivalent. The Masters must have been attained with overall marks at merit level (60%). In addition, the dissertation or equivalent element in the Masters must also have been attained with a mark at merit level (60%). Â Normal Research entry criteria applies in all cases

PhD candidate should have a strong academic background in Applied Psychology or Human Factors (Ergonomics); Candidates must have at least a 2:1 (or Masterâs degree. Some familiarity with computing and IT would be desirable.

Further details

Closing date: August 19th 2013
Interview date: will be notified to shortlisted candidates

To view details of Studentship, please visit the link: http://www.coventry.ac.uk/researchnet/d/795

For an application form please click on theÂ 'Apply' button below.

For guidance on writing a proposal, please visit the following link http://www.coventry.ac.uk/researchnet/d/781

Complete theÂ application form and return with a covering letter to:
Research Recruitment and Admissions team
RAO
Student Centre
Coventry University
Priory Street
COVENTRY
CV1 5FB
United Kingdom

Email: research-apps.pg@coventry.ac.uk

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