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Full time | Sutton Bonington Campus | 4 years | 01-APR-24

Study mode

Full time

Duration

4 years

Start date

01-APR-24

Key information
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Qualification type

PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

Subject areas

Nutrition

Course type

Research

Course Summary

Research overview

Internationally renowned for research on nutrition and metabolism, healthy aging, public health dietetics and the prevention of chronic disease and global food security.

Our core research themes are:

  • Obesity and diabetes
  • Nutritional health across the lifespan
  • Sustainable nutrition
  • Medical nutritional intervention studies

External collaboration with academic institutes and industrial partners promotes knowledge transfer and use of our research in clinical or commercial environments.

Our research comprises a multidisciplinary team with skills in modern molecular techniques, biochemistry, physiology, dietetics and health psychology.

Research areas:

  • Maternal and child nutrition
  • The fetal origins of obesity and diabetes
  • Micronutrient deficiencies across the lifespan
  • The use of alternative nutrient sources for both good health and for the management of disease
  • Dietary intervention studies across a range of disease states

Careers

Whether you are considering a career in academia, industry or haven't yet decided,

  • we’re here to support you every step of the way.
  • Expert staff will work with you to explore PhD career options and apply for vacancies, develop your interview skills and meet employers. You can book a one-to-one appointment, take an online course or attend a workshop.

    International students who complete an eligible degree programme in the UK on a student visa can apply to stay and work in the UK after their course under the

  • Graduate immigration route
  • . Eligible courses at the University of Nottingham include bachelors, masters and research degrees, and PGCE courses.

    Tuition fees

    UK fees
    Course fees for UK students

    For this course (per year)

    £5,100

    International fees
    Course fees for EU and international students

    For this course (per year)

    £30,200

    Entry requirements

    2:1 (or international equivalent) in a relevant subject or 2:2 (or international equivalent) in a relevant subject with a merit at masters. Other qualifications may also be accepted.

    University information

    The University of Nottingham is a pioneering institution with a long and distinguished heritage in education. It ranks in the top 20 universities in the UK (Times Higher Education World University Rankings, 2024). It is also a research-intensive university and a member of the prestigious Russell Group of universities, making it a superb place to study for a postgraduate qualification. In addition to being one of the world’s top 100...more

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