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PhD opportunities
Discover our PhD opportunities in food and nutritional sciences, nutrition and health, and gut immunity.
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Why study a PhD with us?
We offer world-leading research facilities and have a long-standing reputation for the quality of our research. 95% of our research is of international standing (Research Excellence Framework 2021, combining 4*, 3* and 2*submissions – Agriculture, Food and Veterinary Sciences).
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Fees and funding
The University allocates around 150 entry awards each year in PhD studentships and bursaries, so there are many ways to access PhD funding.
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How we support you
You'll receive support from the Department of Food and Nutritional Sciences and the Graduate School, which is the University of Reading's hub for all doctoral activity.