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PhD of Food Sciences

London South Bank University

  • London, United Kingdom
  • 3 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • PhD

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London South Bank University campus

About the program

A science degree on food production, nutrition and the effects of food on health.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Develop foundational and applied knowledge of Food Sciences. Strengthen critical analysis
  • evidence-based reasoning
  • and clear communication through the subjects described in the program curriculum. Specific practical competencies depend on the courses and options taken.

Career outcomes

  • Potential fields and roles include Agriculture Program Associate
  • Food Systems Research Assistant
  • Resource Management Analyst. Graduates may also pursue further academic study. Employment and professional eligibility are not guaranteed.

Curriculum

  • Four-year honours programme of 120 units. Courses include quantitative methods in health sciences
  • laboratory techniques in food sciences
  • research methods in food and nutrition
  • food carbohydrates
  • lipids and proteins
  • food microbiology
  • nutritional biochemistry
  • micronutrients and phytochemicals.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Normally a first or upper second class honours degree from a recognised university; A typical applicant holds a relevant Master's with Merit or Distinction; A research proposal and English test are required; Requirements vary by school.

Accepted academic background

Honours degree (2:1) and relevant Master's; Professional experience and publications considered

Language tests

  • IELTS 7.0

Other requirements

  • Interview required

Documents you’ll need

  • Typically includes Passport or identity document
  • Academic transcripts
  • Qualification certificates
  • Language proficiency evidence
  • Completed application materials
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Personal statement or statement of purpose
  • Research proposal where applicable
  • And academic references.

How to apply

  1. Check the research degree page for your school
  2. Entry requirements and the intake dates (January
  3. April
  4. September). Apply with the LSBU Online Application Form (up to two courses) and upload all supporting documents. Include a research proposal and evidence of qualifications and English. The International Admissions Team reviews the file and emails a decision
  5. Considering immigration history for a Student visa. Accept the offer and pay the deposit by the stated date. Receive the CAS
  6. Then apply for the UK Student visa with UKVI-compliant bank statements and a TB certificate if applicable. Attend International and University Welcome Week.

Other costs

Tuition per year£17,820 GBP
Application fee£50 GBP
Deposit£13,365 GBP

Program details

CampusSouthwark Campus
Faculty or schoolSchool of Allied Health and Life Sciences
DepartmentHospitality and Culinary Arts
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value180
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay3 years
Scholarship noteLSBU lists international scholarships such as the Vice-Chancellor's International Merit Award and the Global Success Scholarship (lsbu.ac.uk/international/fees-and-funding/scholarships).

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Apply by

    30 Jun 2027

    229 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 3 years.