Food Biosciences MPhil at University Of Reading

Back to: courses in Reading

View all courses at University Of Reading

Course details

How long is the course?
3-6 years

Attendance pattern
Part time

Course qualification
MPhil in Food Biosciences

Awarding body
University of Reading

When does the course begin?
This course last started in Oct-08

Please contact the college to enquire about new start dates.

Course info
Current Research Interests are split into three main divisions: 1) Food and Bioprocessing Sciences - This established group's research covers basic science and engineering studies concerned with laboratory separation science; enzymatic processing; flavour science; macromolecular interactions; food processing for health outcomes; pilot plant manufacturing and downstream processing. 2) Food Microbial Sciences - Microbiology research has been a major recent development for the School and provides impetus into anaerobic gut microbiology and microbial food safety. These microbial sciences are underpinned by modern molecular biological principles including culture independent microbiology, gut modelling and human volunteer studies. 3) Human Nutrition - There has been considerable expansion of the Human Nutrition Group. New research in nutritional immunology, antioxidants, dietary lipids and genotypic variation, and endothelial cell genomics have complemented and extended existing strengths in postprandial lipoprotein metabolism, dietary fatty acids and cardiovascular disease.

How much will it cost?
2007 fees - £3,240 FT; £1,782 PT; £1,620 working away (FT); £891 working away (PT). The University offers a limited number of studentships, as do the Research Councils.

Entry Requirements
Applicants will usually require a good undergraduate degree or MSc in a related area. A proposal of approx 300 words on your chosen topic is also required. It is recommended that you contact the department informally to discuss your application before applying.

Where is the course held? (view on a map)
University of Reading
Whiteknights
Po Box 217
Reading
Berkshire
RG6 6AH

Venue details
Accommodation may be available to those undertaking certain learning opportunities and the institution will provide details. Childcare facilities are available on site. Early booking of sessions is strongly recommended due to high demand of limited places. Guidance and advice may be available for all aspects of student life. Facilities/Support are available for students with hearing impairment. Facilities/Support are available for students whose main language is not English. Facilities/Support are available for students with learning difficulties. Facilities/Support are available for students with restricted mobility. Facilities/Support are available for students with visual impairment.