PhD Food Manufacturing and Technology

The PhD Food Manufacturing and Technology from the University of Lincoln is a research course for students who wish to have academic expertise in the food and manufacturing sector. The course comprises numerous research areas, including food chemistry, microbiology, product development, quality and safety systems, food manufacturing robotics and automation, sustainability, and technical management. 

Conducting research in this area creates a unique avenue for you to be tutored at the University of Lincoln's National Centre for Food Manufacturing, which is globally recognised for its education and research. This aids students in conducting research in novel areas, which in turn results in the practical application of their work to improving safety, quality, and efficiency in food manufacturing. You will have the opportunity to be guided and supported by two supervisors who are well-seasoned in their fields of knowledge. The University of Lincoln proves to be the most suitable educational centre for the pursuit of a PhD in Food Manufacturing and Technology.

The University of Lincoln is an internationally recognised institution which was established in 1996. It has an attraction rooted in its beautiful location, which is at the heart of the Brayford Pool waterfront. Over the years, the university has solidified its reputation as an inclusive educational sphere that is now home to over 20,000 students. The school was born from several educational institutions, including Hull School of Art, Hull Technical Institute, the Roman Catholic teacher-training Endsleigh College, Hull Central College of Commerce and Kingston upon Hull College of Education. This all culminates in the great university we now know- the University of Lincolnshire and Humberside

The core values of the university, which entail excellent teaching, learning and a high-quality learning experience, make it a comfortable environment for students from around the world to pursue effective learning. The University of Lincoln has a reputation that attracts students from around the world, having been awarded Gold in the national Teaching Excellence Framework in 2023. It was also ranked among the World's top 150 universities in the Times Higher Education Young University Rankings in 2024.

Grade Requirements:

• A first or upper-second-class honours degree in a relevant subject is accepted. 

English Proficiency: 

• Students whose first language is not IELTS are expected to have an IELTS overall score of 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each element.

The tuition fee to study the PhD Food Manufacturing and Technology programme at the University of Lincoln for 2025/2026 is £18,500.

A variety of scholarship opportunities exist, which the University of Lincoln uses as an avenue to financially support students. An example is the Alumni Scholarships for Postgraduate Study, which offers 20% tuition fee reductions. Another example is the Commonwealth Scholarships, which cover full tuition fees as well as flight fees and stipends at the rate of £1,378 per month. 

Additionally, the Lincoln Sports Scholarship is available to provide access to funding to assist athletes in their development and aims to realise each athlete's potential both as a student and as an elite sports performer. It is valued at £1,000 per year.

Graduates of PhD Food Manufacturing and Technology at the University of Lincoln can pursue careers in various industries, including construction and engineering, IT and technology, finance and banking, and energy and environment. Potential roles include:

• Research and Development Scientist/ Technologist 
• Food Innovation Manager
• Sensory Scientist
• Technical Director
• Production Manager 
• Food Safety Specialist

To apply for this course, you have to submit your application through UCAS. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors if you need more information on the application process.