Key Information
Duration
- Full-time — 36 months
Start Dates & Application Deadlines
We did our best, but couldn't find the next application deadline and start date information online.
Pre-registration deadlines: March 21, May 30, July 31, October 15, November 28
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Barcelona, Spain
Disciplines
Food Science
Overview
This Food Science programme offered by Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona supports research that integrates multiple dimensions, including processing techniques, control systems, and innovation aimed at enhancing food products and industry practices.
Key Facts
The academic environment promotes collaboration with research centres, university services, and industry partners, enabling interdisciplinary work that combines safety, quality, and innovation within a single project. Candidates engage in topics such as microorganism behaviour, processing technologies, risk perception, and product development, preparing for roles in research, industry, and consultancy.
Each candidate is assigned a thesis director responsible for guiding the project, ensuring its relevance, and supporting alignment with established research directions. Supervision involves advising on development, monitoring progress, facilitating access to resources, and assisting with the preparation and completion of the thesis, with possibilities for external participation where appropriate.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Food Processing and Control
- Food Safety and Microbiology
- Emerging Food Technologies
- Quality and Innovation in Food Products
- Nutritional Product Development
- Thesis Research and Supervision
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English Requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other Requirements
General Requirements
- Academic profile evaluated (40%)
- Academic record assessed (35%)
- Grants or funding for master's or PhD studies considered (10%)
- Professional experience and complementary studies evaluated (5%)
- Personal interview assessed (10%)
- Admission requires a bachelor's and master's degree or equivalent qualification with at least 300 ECTS credits
- Alternative access routes include EHEA or non-EHEA degrees equivalent to a master's level, another doctoral degree, or specific specialised training paths
- Students without research credits must complete up to 30 ECTS of training supplements in the first year
- Admission may be conditional on successful completion of these training supplements
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International — Non-residents: 1,236 AUD / year (≈ 763 EUR / year)
- EU/EEA — EU/EEA Nationals: 1,236 AUD / year (≈ 763 EUR / year)
Additional Details
If your access qualification for the PhD is from within Spain the price is €545.
Living Costs
Barcelona, Spain: 1,248-2,204 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.