MPhil/PhD Food Manufacturing and Technology
University of LincolnHolbeach, United Kingdom
Course overview
The University of Lincoln's National Centre for Food Manufacturing is an internationally recognised provider of education and research in the food manufacturing and technology sector. Our research expertise include food chemistry, microbiology, product development, quality and safety systems, food manufacturing robotics and automation, sustainability, and technical management. Research conducted by postgraduate students in the Centre has had practical applications in improving safety, quality, and efficiency in food manufacturing.
Previous research project areas have included food safety and quality assurance, sensory analysis, packaging systems, food manufacturing technologies, resource efficiency, process automation, and robotic applications. Academics who have held key research roles working with industry will be available to supervise and advise students throughout this research programme. This includes Dr Bukola Onarinde (Food Analysis/Microbiology/Chemistry) and Dr Wayne Martindale (Food Insights and Sustainability).
Students have access to specialist equipment and have the opportunity to conduct in-depth research in a specific area of interest.
Key highlights
- Based in an internationally recognised National Centre for Food Manufacturing
- Research areas include food chemistry, microbiology and product development
- Specialisms in food manufacturing robotics, automation and sustainability
- Supervision from academics with key industry research roles
- Access to specialist equipment for in-depth research
- Past projects have improved safety, quality and efficiency in food manufacturing
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — to include relevant subject; or above
- International qualifications — If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages for information on equivalent qualifications. https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 overall, with a…
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
Global Postgraduate Scholarship
The Global Postgraduate Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount in the first year of their studies.
Up to £2,000International Alumni Scholarship
The International Alumni Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount for the first year of a postgraduate taught or postgraduate research programme.
Up to £2,000Lincoln Alumni MSc School of Health and Social Care Scholarship
£1000 will be paid directly to the student for each year of study for each completed academic year of study, with part-time students eligible for a pro-rata payment.
Up to £1,000
Careers this course leads to
- Food scientist
- Food technologist
- Research scientist
- Quality assurance manager
- Technical manager
- Lecturer in food science
Cost of study
International: £18,900 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Lincoln, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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