The supervision of the Food and Society from Newcastle University covers a number of topics supported by research active academic staff. We conduct research in all areas of food and society, including subjects which require collaboration between the social and natural sciences, and translate research into policy recommendations.
Food and Society, MPhil., PhD
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- 36 monthsDuration
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Overview
The research of the Food and Society from Newcastle University primarily involves food systems, food consumption and food marketing:
- consumer studies in food, food provisioning and behaviour change
- perceived risk associated with food and food production
- food supply chains and territorial development
- international political economy of food and agriculture
- risk-benefit communication
- acceptance of novel food and technologies within the value chain
Opportunities are available for postgraduate research in the following areas.
Understanding and measuring societal and individual responses to risks and benefits- food, nutrition and healthy dietary choices
- sustainable consumption and the reduction of food waste
- food safety and authenticity throughout the supply chain
- emerging food technologies
- systematic review
- evidence synthesis
- systems thinking
- Bayesian networks
- rapid evidence assessment
- microbiological food hazards
- personalised nutrition
- food authenticity
- societal and consumer responses to emerging food production technologies
- behaviour change in relation to food
- food waste
- research agenda setting
- policy and governance, in the area of emerging food technologies
- food and agricultural policy issues
- Bayesian networks
- systems thinking
Detailed Programme Facts
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The course starts in September, but we consider January and April start dates.
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- Programme intensity
You can choose to do this programme part-time or full-time.
Full-time- Full-time duration 36 months
- Average part-time duration 72 months
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode On Campus
Programme Structure
Course Overview:
Our Science, Agriculture and Engineering Postgraduate Researcher Development Programme aims to help you develop the skills and experience that the UK Research Councils expect you to have, or to develop, during your research degree.
Our programme will help you to:
- complete a training needs analysis, so that you know what your current skills are and where you need help and development
- use your training needs analysis to create your personal development plan
- identify appropriate workshops or other events that will help you most and best address your development needs
- gain the personal and professional key skills development for the successful completion of your research degree
English Language Requirements
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Minimum required score:
90The TOEFL iBT ® measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The test has four sections (reading, listening, speaking, and writing), each with a score range of 0-30, for a total score range of 0-120. Read more about TOEFL iBT ®.
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Minimum required score:
6.5The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.
General Requirements
- A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in a relevant subject.
Tuition Fee
Living costs for Newcastle upon Tyne
- 560 - 1000 GBP/monthLiving Costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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