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Histories of Sexual Health Research at Aston: Tracing Sexual History through the Aston University Archives

Aston University College of Business and Social Sciences
✓ Fully Funded ⏰ Closing Soon 🎓 Heritage Studies 🎓 History 🎓 History & Archaeology 🎓 Social History 🎓 Sociology social history archives gender studies historical research sexual health sexuality

Fully funded PhD at Aston University exploring the history of sexual health research through archival materials, focusing on social, cultural, and institutional developments.

Project Description

This PhD project investigates the history of sexual health research at Aston University between 1960 and 1989 using archival sources. The research will examine key figures, initiatives, and publications that shaped sexual health discourse, including early student health services and educational programmes. It will explore how research was conducted, communicated, and connected to wider social movements around sexuality and public health. Based within the Aston University Archives Centre, the project contributes to interdisciplinary scholarship on archives, sexuality, and social history, linking local developments to broader cultural and political contexts.

Entry Requirements

Requirements:
• First or Upper Second Class undergraduate degree and a Master’s degree (Merit or Distinction) in a relevant field
• Interest in historical and archival research
• Experience with archival or historical research (desirable)
• English language proficiency (if applicable)

How to Apply

Submit a complete application including transcripts, research statement, personal statement, CV, references, proof of English proficiency, and passport copy.

Eligibility

UK/Home
EU
International

Supervisor Profile

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Dr Ilaria Scaglia; Prof Mark McCormack
Aston University, College of Business and Social Sciences

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