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PhD Food, nutrition and health at University of Reading

University of Reading, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Doctoral (PhD) research programme in food, nutrition and health at the University of Reading, offered within the Doctoral and Researcher College's doctoral research areas. Students undertake an original research project; PhD study is available full time or part time.

Faculty: School of Chemistry, Food and Pharmacy  |  Intake: September (most students); a smaller number start in the second semester  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Location: Reading, England, United Kingdom

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Entry requirements

University of Reading PhD (general doctoral requirements): normally an undergraduate degree of at least a 2:1 (or equivalent) or a master's degree in a subject related to the proposed PhD topic. In some areas, particularly arts, humanities, social sciences and business, applicants are normally accepted only with a master's-level qualification. A research proposal is usually needed for arts, humanities, social sciences and business applicants who identify their own topic; it is not required when applying for an advertised project or studentship. Recommended application deadlines: UK applicants at least two months, international applicants at least four months before the start date; most students start in September. International applicants: IELTS 6.5 minimum, the University standard for PhD programmes in this school (the specific requirement is set in the offer of admission).

Requirements published at program group level.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). Home/Republic of Ireland full-time PhD, payable each year; part-time £2,619 per year. Research expenses may be charged separately in the sciences. Source

International applicants: GBP 24,450 a year (2026/27). International Band 2 full-time PhD (band per university banding list); part-time £12,250 per year. Research expenses may be charged separately in the sciences. Source

Intake: September (most students); a smaller number start in the second semester

Duration: 3-4 years full-time; 4-6 years part-time

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