PhD Food Manufacturing and Technology

The University of Lincoln’s PhD in Food Manufacturing and Technology is a postgraduate degree that focuses on advanced research in food production. The modules include topics like food chemistry, microbiology, automation, and sustainability. The programme is 2-4 years for full-time study and 3-8 years for part-time study. Students learn the food-making processes from scratch, and how to address challenges in the food sector while improving manufacturing methods to ensure quality control. Research areas include product development, food safety, and quality systems.

As part of this programme, students will do their research. This will allow them to share new and original ideas in this field. Students have the liberty to work with food industry experts and partners. They will work together to solve the problems in food manufacturing and reduce the risk of low-quality food. The National Centre for Food Manufacturing (NCFM) provides students with the opportunity to engage with tutors in a learner-friendly manner.

The course involves research with assessment based on a final thesis, which is evaluated through a viva voce (oral examination). This assessment process confirms that the research presented is original, demonstrates good writing quality with no errors, and provides a valuable contribution to the advancement of knowledge in food manufacturing and technology.

The University of Lincoln, established in 1861, is a public research university in Lincoln, England. Over £375 million was invested in renovating the campus, making it one of the most aesthetically pleasing in the UK. The University of Lincoln received the Queen’s Anniversary Prize in 2023 for its important contributions to the UK’s food and farming sectors through new ideas in research, education, and technology.

Grade Requirements

• Applicants are expected to hold a first or second-class upper honours degree in a relevant subject at the undergraduate level.

English Proficiency

• International students whose first language isn’t English need to showcase fluency in writing and speaking. The standard requirement to present such evidence is an IELTS score of 6.0, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component.

International students for the 2025/26 academic year are expected to pay an annual tuition fee of £18,500 for full-time study and £9,250 for part-time study.

International students looking at postgraduate courses at the University of Lincoln can find financial support. The university offers scholarships and bursaries. Additionally, the Snowdon Master’s Scholarship provides up to £30,000 for disabled students who want to be game-changers in society. The UK government also offers postgraduate loans. Master's loans can be up to £12,471, and doctoral loans for full-time PhDs and research programmes can reach £29,390.

Graduates of the PhD in Food Manufacturing and Technology are well-seasoned to pursue various roles in the food industry, research institutions, and academia. Some of the potential roles they can work in include:

• Food Manufacturing Researcher
• Food Quality Assurance Manager
• Food Technologist
• Process Automation Specialist
• Sustainability Consultant
• Academic/Researcher

Candidates should apply for this course through the university’s online portal. Reach out to one of our trained counsellors for personalised advice before the application period closes.