PhD studentships in Interactive Soundscape Design, Queen’s University Belfast

UK. Three years studentship is available to undertake PhD study in the area of Interactive Soundscape Design. The overall goal of this work is to explore and better understand sound design and perception in the context of Mediascape design and delivery (http://www.mobilebristol.com).

The award covers university fees for three years as well as a student stipend of £12,300 in the first year, rising to £12,900 in the third year. The award also includes a small amount of funding for travel to conferences and workshops related to the field of research.
Applicants should have or expect to obtain, a minimum of a 2:1 honours degree (or equivalent) in music technology, sonic arts or related discipline. This studentship should appeal to students with a good understanding of acoustics, aural perception and some experience of sound design, as well as having a strong interest in pervasive computing and locative media.

To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter, in electronic form to: k.shilliday@qub.ac.uk

You will also need to complete and submit the Admissions Application Form which can be downloaded from:here.

For further details, you may please contact:
Dr. Pedro Rebelo
Sonic Arts Research Centre
Tel: +44 (0)28 9097 5406
email: P.Rebelo@qub.ac.uk

Application deadline is Friday 21 July 2006.