Dr. Rebecka Fleetwood Smith

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Rebecka E Fleetwood-Smith is a Senior Research Associate at the University of Bristol, focusing on the intersection of sensory experiences and healthcare. Her research explores the sensory aspects of NHS hospitals in England, informed by historical inquiries led by Professor Victoria Bates and creative studies with Fresh Arts at Great Ormond Street Hospital. She holds a PhD examining the significance of clothing and textiles to individuals with dementia, utilizing embodied sensory and creative research methodologies. Her academic interests emphasize the roles of arts, design, and creativity in enhancing health and wellbeing. Fleetwood-Smith's recent projects include investigating dementia care through a sensory lens and collaborating with fellow researchers in health and creative domains. Her professional engagements include a speaker role at the Culture, Health & Wellbeing International Conference and organizing workshops on creative methods in health research.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Research Associate

2020-01-01 — Present

University of Bristol • Bristol, England

Conducting research on sensory experiences in healthcare settings.

Requirements for University of Bristol

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:88
Prerequisites
Upper second-class MSci honours degree in physics or related discipline Or a relevant postgraduate MSc
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Two academic references
  • Personal statement
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Research statement/proposal
Specialization Notes

Department of Physics research themes include Astrophysics, Materials and Devices, Particle Physics, and Quantum and Soft Matter.