About Nutrition in University of Reading
You will have the opportunity to use our extensive range of facilities, which are primarily used for supporting teaching and learning. These include:
- a large pilot plant, containing almost 1100m2 of floor space devoted to approximately £4m worth of food development equipment
- advanced taste panel facilities
- and specialist research laboratories for assessing human gut microflora.
Our research
We are proud of our research impact, 100% of which has been recognised as world leading or internationally excellent (REF, 2014 - Agriculture, Veterinary and Food Science). Our academics strive to improve the quality and nutrition of food that will deliver real benefits for society.
Join a community of over 30 research and teaching staff, as well as research students, technical and clinical staff who all share your passion for food and nutrition. The Reading food community extends to our influential alumni and industry contacts who provide significant research funding and support our teaching programmes. Being part of this vibrant, ever-growing network will allow you to pursue your research interests and thrive in your future career.
Many of our master's students choose to stay with us for PhD study. We are passionate about out work and will inspire you to achieve your goals – as such, students consistently comment on the welcoming, friendly ethos in our Department.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree
English language requirements
- IELTS : 6.5
- TOEFL IBT: 88
- PTE : 60
University of Reading Highlights
| Type of University |
Public |
| Campus setting |
Urban |
| Total Faculty |
1,362 |
| Student faculty ratio |
15:1 |
| International Students |
4806 |
| Total Enrolment |
19000 |
| Employment Rate |
95% |
| Tests Accepted for English Proficiency |
IELTS, TOEFL(IBT) |
| Financial Aid |
Scholarships and Awards |
| Website |
http://www.reading.ac.uk/ |
University of Reading Cost of Attendance
A rough estimation of cost of attendance including tuition fees and living costs is given below. Note that the living costs entirely depend on the lifestyle, sponsorships and chosen programs of the students.
The tuition fees at University of Reading are normally paid into two instalments. Some certain courses demand a premium course fee. The tuition fees will be fixed at the same level throughout the course.
| Level of study |
Tuition Fees (in GBP) |
| Undergraduate |
Non-laboratory course |
17,320 |
| Henley business school accounting & management programmes |
18,760 |
| Laboratory or workshop content |
20,830 |
| Postgraduate |
Non-laboratory course |
17,000 |
| Laboratory or workshop content |
20,600 |
University of Reading Living Costs
| Items |
Weekly Cost (in GBP) |
| Accommodation |
100-200 |
| Food |
36-52 |
| Traveling |
14 |
| Entertainment |
30 |
| Miscellaneous |
20-30 |
