Host Researcher: Dr Samantha Colling (Film and Media) This project will address the academic neglect of intimacy in reality television by detailing the role of sex in the genre, starting with the Big Brother UK series. This Rise Internship seeks support from an interested candidate to undertake specific research tasks. These tasks include: ·     Online research into key broadcast dates of specific events. ·     The creation of a map or timeline of British Reality Television shows that include intimacy. ·     Scoping the field: in relation to academic discussions of sex in reality TV. This is an opportunity to explore media research on a contemporary and cutting-edge topic. It would best fit students from Film & Media Film & Media, English & Film, or Sociology, but any Arts and Humanities student might want to get involved if they were particularly keen on the topic. Expressions of interest should include reasons for your interest in this specific internship.