School of Food Science and Nutrition
International scholarships
More than £14 million in scholarships is available for international students commencing their studies in September 2026.
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Research and innovation
Our research tackles major and emerging problems in food science and nutrition. We are recognised as world-leaders in food colloids and diet and health. We apply fundamental scientific principles to address issues of food quality, safety and sustainability, diet quality and consumer behaviour, from food production to the consumer’s plate.
AI identifies hundreds of promising plant proteins for sustainable food ingredients
New research from NAPIC scientists at University of Leeds is using artificial…
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Researchers awarded £1m to pilot a sustainable alternative to shrimp farming in Mexico
We are delighted to announce that the research project AquaRoots has been…
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New funding supports more sustainable animal feed
The European Union’s Horizon Europe has awarded nearly €5.5M funding to…
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NAPIC Conference 2026 - abstract call / ICURe funded training launched
NAPIC 2026 is open for Abstract submuissions to the October conference and…
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We deliver events and activities to showcase this fascinating subject area to students at schools and colleges across the UK.
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We have a dedicated Employability Team that provide businesses with access to our talented students through a range of services.
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We seek to put food science and nutrition research into action through collaborative partnerships with industry.
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The University community is made up of a wide range of people with diverse backgrounds and circumstances, which we value and regard as a great asset.
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