Key information
Duration
- Full-time: 36 months
- Part-time: 72 months, Flexible, Home students
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting September 2026. Apply anytime.
- Starting January 2027. Apply anytime.
- Starting April 2027. Apply anytime.
There is no application closing date for this course. We suggest international students apply at least two months before the course starts.
Language
English
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 125
- PTE Academic: 70
- IELTS: 6.5
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Disciplines
- Nutrition & Dietetics
- Food Science
Overview
This Food and Human Nutrition PhD programme from Newcastle University grounds students in the methods and research approaches to understand how nutrition and food affect human health and wellbeing.
Within the Food and Human Nutrition PhD programme, you’ll explore how nutrition affects:
- healthy ageing
- food security
- sensory quality
- international nutrition
- personalised nutrition.
Our research is multidisciplinary and cross-disciplinary. We have many expert research areas in the School. We also work across the University, through the Human Nutrition Research Centre.
Visit the programme website for more information
Our mission is to help you:
- stay healthy, positive and feeling well
- overcome any challenges you may face during your degree – academic or personal
- get the most out of your postgraduate research experience
- carry out admin and activities essential to progressing through your degree
- understand postgraduate research processes, standards and rules
We can offer you tailored wellbeing support, courses and activities.
You can also access a broad range of workshops covering:
- research and professional skills
- careers support
- wellbeing
- health and safety
- public engagement
- academic development
Programme Structure
- As a research student you will receive a tailored package of academic and support elements to ensure you maximise your research and future career.
- The academic information is in the programme profile and you will be supported by our Postgraduate Researcher Development Programme, doctoral training centres and Research Student Support Team.
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 125
- PTE Academic: 70
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent. Further research experience or a master’s degree would be advantageous.
To obtain additional information about the program, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
International: 60,270 AUD / year ≈ 31,900 GBP / year
Living costs
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom: 1,058–1,872 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.