About the course

The doctoral (PhD) program in Integrated Studies in Land and Food Systems creates opportunities for students to develop and strengthen research capabilities and advanced knowledge. Students must plan and complete a doctoral thesis resulting in an original scholarly contribution to knowledge in their field of study. The candidate is expected to initiate and conduct a research project under the general direction of a supervisor and supported by a graduate supervisory committee.

　　ISLFS students work on diverse and often interdisciplinary research areas that address priority food systems questions and challenges ranging in scope from food production, processing, distribution, access, consumption and dietary practices, to the management of food waste. Applied research projects in ISLFS often explore sustainable solutions to food systems challenges and at the PhD level may integrate questions and methods for investigating the environmental, economic and/or social dimensions of food systems. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Term 2 (January), 2024	Vancouver
Summer (May), 2024	Vancouver
Term 1 (September), 2024	Vancouver
Term 2 (January), 2025	Vancouver
Summer (May), 2025	Vancouver
Term 1 (September), 2025	Vancouver
Term 2 (January), 2026	Vancouver
Summer (May), 2026	Vancouver

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of British Columbia

A minimum of three references are required for application to graduate programs at UBC. Transcripts, CV/Resume - required for all applicants, Writing sample - required for research-based applicants , TOEFL: the minimum TOEFL score required by all Graduate Programs in the Faculty of Land and Food Systems is 577

　　(paper-based test), 233 (computer-based test) or 90 (internet-based). IELTS - International English Language Testing Service A minimum overall band score of 6.5 is required with a minimum score of 6.0 in each component of the ACADEMIC ( not general) test.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

Application deadline:

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