Course summary
Gain a multidisciplinary understanding of the structure and operation of global food systems. You will learn about nutrition, production, distribution, and food access at global and local levels. You’ll explore the complex food insecurity challenges faced by developing countries, and prepare for a career in international food and development sectors. For more information, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/Subject-area/international-development-and-applied-economics-pg/msc-food-security-and-development
Modules
Sample modules: Theories and Practices of Development * Food Security and Development * Agriculture in the Tropics * Global Issues in Nutrition and Health * Research and Study Skills for Independent Learning. Please note that all modules are subject to change. Check our website for more details about the course structure.
Entry requirements
IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 5.5 (or equivalent). Applicants are normally required to have a good undergraduate honours degree, ideally with upper second-class or above (or equivalent from an internationally recognised university outside the UK). Applicants who have relevant career experience are also welcome to apply. Students may join immediately after their undergraduate degree, or after some years of employment to enhance career prospects by acquiring further skills.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Channel Islands | £8100 | Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | £8100 | Whole course |
| EU | £17100 | Whole course |
| England | £8100 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £8100 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £8100 | Whole course |
| Wales | £8100 | Whole course |
| International | £17100 | Whole course |
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University of Reading
Whiteknights House
PO Box 217
Reading
RG6 6AH