MSc Food Economics and Marketing

at University of Reading

Year 1

Compulsory modules include:

• Advanced Marketing
• Consumer Behaviour and Food Marketing
• Advertising and Branding
• Food Policy
• Nudge and Behaviour Change
• Introductory Statistics and Econometrics
• Quantitative Marketing Research Methods
• Research and study skills for independent learning
• Dissertation (International Development & Applied Economics)

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. 

You will need an intermediate knowledge of microeconomics and quantitative methods, however, strong applicants with little or no training in economics may be admitted, provided you attend a pre-sessional economics course.

Your personal statement

Your personal statement needs to demonstrate that you understand what the course is about, your motivation for studying, and what you would like to get out of your studies. You may reflect on paid or unpaid experience in the field to help support your personal statement.

Language requirements

Applicants may need to provide evidence of their ability to study in English (if required by UK Visa and Immigration).

IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 5.5 (or equivalent)

Pre-sessional English language programme

If you need to improve your English language score, you can take a pre-sessional English course prior to entry onto your degree.

New UK/Republic of Ireland students: £9,250 per year

New international students: £18,650 per year

Your MSc Food Economics and Marketing degree will prepare you to work for world organisations such as the European Union, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, non-governmental organisations, international food companies, consulting companies, and more.

A wide variety of visiting speakers and field trips means you’ll have many opportunities for networking, while competitive internships, placements, and research dissertations provide opportunities to showcase your skills, undertake field research, or link with organisations in the development sector.