Dr. Matthew Hanchard

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Matthew S. Hanchard is a sociologist and scholar in science and technology studies (STS) working on the EU HORIZON funded Deliberative project focused on improving oral care quality. He previously served as a Research Fellow on a Wellcome-funded project concerning orphan drugs and their impact on the biopharmaceutical innovation landscape at the University of Sheffield. His academic journey also includes a role as a Research Associate in an AHRC-funded project examining specialized film audiences at the University of Glasgow. Matthew has authored two books and published nineteen peer-reviewed articles, contributing significantly to his field. He has extensive teaching experience in social sciences, supervising undergraduate and postgraduate dissertations, and has worked across various projects, including a COST action on grassroots digital cultures.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Associate

2025-01-01 — 2026-12-31

University of Manchester • Manchester, UK

Involved in the Deliberative improvement of oral care quality project.

Research Fellow

2021-01-01 — 2025-12-31

University of Sheffield • Sheffield, UK

Worked on a Wellcome funded project concerning orphan drugs.

Research Associate

2018-01-01 — 2021-12-31

University of Glasgow • Glasgow, UK

Participated in an AHRC funded project focusing on specialized film audiences.

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.