PhD Studentship: Suicide and Domestic Abuse

About this Project:

Recent research has recognized domestic abuse as a significant risk factor for suicide. However, the intricate relationship between gender, domestic abuse, and suicidality still lacks comprehensive understanding (Agenda Alliance, 2023). Studies suggest that suicide risk amongst women experiencing domestic abuse is influenced by various factors, such as distress, hopelessness, PTSD, and substance abuse. Social support is believed to moderate these effects (Bergman and Brismar, 1991; Kaslow et al., 1998; Thompson et al., 1999). Nonetheless, the precise dynamics of these precarious and protective elements remain insufficiently explored.

To address these gaps, this project will adopt an intersectional and social justice framework, examining the interplay between suicide and domestic abuse within the context of multiple disadvantages, including economic insecurity and poverty. Utilizing a strengths-based approach, the study will collaborate closely with partners and individuals with Lived Experience, leading to an authentic co-constructed research design with tangible real-world impact.

For informal enquires

Dr Jo Bell: j.bell@hull.ac.uk 

About the Research Cluster:

This project is part of the interdisciplinary Suicide Prevention and Social Justice cluster (4 PhD scholarships), which brings together suicide prevention, media & literature studies, domestic abuse, addictions, health inequalities and education expertise to shape novel theories for prevention.

Supervisors:

Dr Nicola O’Leary, Dr Victoria Burton.

Funding:

• The successful applicant will receive a fee waiver and a maintenance grant / stipend for three years (full-time) or six years (part-time), which covers the research period of the PhD. The fee waiver for 23/24 is £4712 (Home fee) and the maintenance grant is £18622 per annum. This rises each year in line with the UKRI’s recommended stipend allowance.

• If you need to move into a fourth year (full time) or seventh year (part-time) to complete your thesis, please note that you will not receive a tuition fee waiver or maintenance grant during this period and you will be required to pay a continuation fee.

Eligibility and Entry Requirements:

Applicants should have a minimum First Class degree in a Criminology, Social Work or Social Science related subject and a taught MSc or Masters by Research, or other significant research credentials.

For more details on our entry requirements please visit the postgraduate admissions webpage.

This scholarship is available for full-time and part-time study.

International applicants:

This opportunity comes with a Home fee waiver only, which will not cover the full International fee. You will therefore need to pay the difference between the Home fee and the International fee and will need to provide evidence that you have sufficient funds to cover this.

English Language requirements:  IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each skill.

How to Apply:

You will need to supply a personal statement when applying for this scholarship position. Find out more about writing a personal statement.  

Apply Here

Closing Date for Applications: 15^th February 2024

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