Taylor's University’s Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) In Food Studies is a research doctorate focused on the cultural, social, economic and political dimensions of food.
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Taylor's University
PhD
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In-person
3 Years
US$6,496
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Taylor's University’s Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) In Food Studies is a research doctorate focused on the cultural, social, economic and political dimensions of food. It takes an interdisciplinary approach to food systems, encouraging candidates to investigate how food shapes society and the environment. Offered by Taylor's Culinary Institute, the programme is built for advanced research and sustained scholarly inquiry.
Candidates work within defined research areas that connect food studies with gastronomy, heritage, health and sustainability. The doctorate combines independent research with early training in research methodology, creating a structured pathway for developing original work at PhD level. Study is available full time or part time, with a normal or prior publication route.
| Curriculum | Required Score |
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| Masters | Conditional admissionMasters degree in the field or related fields (Level 7, MQF) or its equivalent as accepted by the Taylor's University Senate |
| Bachelor's Degree | Required qualification and scorePassed Bachelor's degree in the field or related fields with min. CGPA 3.67 and passed related qualifying assessment For international students: IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL 79 (Internet Based Test) (May join IEN preparatory course and achieve the IELTS score). The validity of the IELTS or equivalent is within 2 years from the date of the examination Conditional admissionBachelor's degree candidates who are registered for master's degree programmes may apply to convert to the doctoral degree programmes subjected to the following conditions:
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| Entry Requirements (Prior Publication Mode) | Conditional admissionYou will need to fulfil one of the below:
Conditional admissionCandidates without a related qualification in the field/s or working experience in the relevant fields must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses determined by the HEP |
| Curriculum | Required Score |
|---|---|
| Prior publication application requirements | Application evidence
Review and approval
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| Criteria for published works | Published work criteria
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| Test | Score |
|---|---|
| IELTS | For international students: IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL 79 (Internet Based Test) (May join IEN preparatory course and achieve the IELTS score). The validity of the IELTS or equivalent is within 2 years from the date of the examination. |
| Details | Fee |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | US$6,496 |
| Year 2 | US$6,496 |
| Year 3 | US$6,496 |
| Estimated total | US$19,489 |
Fee amounts are estimates based on university-published international student fee information available at the time of publication. Actual fees may change by intake and may vary because of exchange rates, taxes, or university updates.
Taylor's University’s Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) In Food Studies is a research doctorate focused on the cultural, social, economic and political dimensions of food.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) In Food Studies takes 3 years and is delivered in person.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) In Food Studies centres on independent research with academic supervision and formal progress milestones.
Academic entry requirements vary by qualification and may include Masters, Bachelor's Degree or other accepted pathways.
The estimated international tuition fee is US$6,496 per year.
