亚伯大学招收语言心理学博士

亚伯大学招收语言心理学博士

About the Project

This project explores the cognitive, psychological and wellbeing benefits of learning Welsh in older adults. In bilinguals, the ability to switch between languages is important from a cognitive perspective, with research suggesting bilinguals demonstrate slower cognitive decline in comparison to monolinguals. Switching from a dominant language to a weaker language places greater demand on the attention shifting capacities of the speakers. As this switching is more effortful for beginners, the cognitive benefits pre- and post- initial language learning should be largest for learners, with benefits typically observed in terms of executive function and cognitive control. This project aims to extend this work into language learning in later life, where the cognitive gains may be particularly important.

The project has three main objectives:

1. Determine whether learning a language in later life results in improved cognitive functions from baseline.

2. Investigate whether participating in language learning in later life results in improved wellbeing.

3. Develop and adapt language learning materials specifically for older adults.

The project develops the interdisciplinary research themes that exist between the two supervisors Dr Hanna Binks and Dr Victoria Wright. The ideal PhD candidate will have a background in psychology, linguistics, or a related discipline, and will have a good understanding of statistical analysis and quantitative research methods.

Prospective candidates are encouraged to direct informal enquiries to Dr Hanna Binks (Department of Psychology) - hlb13@aber.ac.uk

Any Questions?

If you have any specific queries regarding the projects listed, please contact the main supervisor associated with the project.

If you have any queries about the postgraduate application process please contact pg-admissions@aber.ac.uk

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