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PhD specialising in Food Science at University of Pretoria

University of Pretoria, South Africa

Programme overview

This PhD is awarded on the basis of a thesis on a Food Science research project, with at least one research paper accepted for publication in a peer-reviewed journal. It requires a relevant Master of Science (or Master of Science in Agriculture) degree with a weighted average of at least 60%.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences  |  Duration: 2 years, full-time  |  Intake: Closing dates: South Africa 30/09/2026; International 31/08/2026  |  Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

A Food Science research project culminating in a thesis and at least one peer-reviewed publication.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Relevant Master of Science degree, or Master of Science in Agriculture degree (NQF level 9), with a weighted average of at least 60%.

Intake: Closing dates: South Africa 30/09/2026; International 31/08/2026

Duration: 2 years, full-time

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