Dr. Helen Holmes

Professor

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Biography

Helen Holmes is a Senior Lecturer in Sociology at the University of Manchester with a focus on interdisciplinary social science. With a background in Geography, she completed her BA at Durham University in 2002 and later pursued an MA in Human Geography from Sheffield University. Her doctoral research, funded by the ESRC, centered on women's haircare practices, which she continued to explore in her post-doctoral positions in both material science and social science. Joining the University of Manchester in 2015 as a Hallsworth Fellow, she has progressed to Senior Lecturer by 2023. Holmes's work delves into sustainability and circular economy, exploring consumption and alternative economies. She contributes to various research initiatives, including the Sustainable Consumption Institute and has published extensively, including a recent book titled 'Materiality' (2023) which collates over 15 years of research. As a member of the Morgan Centre for the Study of Everyday Lives, she engages with communities to promote sustainable futures.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2023-01-01 — Present

University of Manchester • Manchester, ENG

Senior academic focusing on interdisciplinary social science and sustainable consumption.

Lecturer

2020-01-01 — 2023-01-01

University of Manchester • Manchester, ENG

Instructed undergraduate and postgraduate courses. Conducted research in Sociology.

Research Fellow

2018-01-01 — 2020-01-01

Sustainable Consumption Institute • Manchester, ENG

Conducted research on sustainable consumption practices.

Hallsworth Fellow

2015-01-01 — 2018-01-01

University of Manchester • Manchester, ENG

Engaged in research initiatives related to sustainable consumption.

Awards

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Social Responsibility Medal

2024-01-01
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Hallsworth Research Fellowship

2015-01-01
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Robyn Mills Award

2002-01-01

Requirements for University of Manchester

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or science subject Strong background in mathematics and physics
Application Checklist
  • Academic transcripts
  • Two academic references
  • Personal statement
  • CV/Resume
  • English language proficiency certificate
Specialization Notes

Includes MSc in Advanced Electrical Power Systems and MSc in Communications and Signal Processing.