A recent HEFCE report has noted that mental health problems suffered by those in higher education rose from approximately 8,000 in 2008-2009 to 18,000 in 2012-2013. Screen time has also increased over this time point, and has led to speculation that the two may be associated. However, understanding whether this is causal is notoriously difficult, as other factors could influence both screen time and anxiety levels. This research aims to investigate these associations, whilst trying to take in to account the factors that could distort the relationship.