Program Overview

Program Details

Introduction

The program in question is a PhD research project focused on human-AI interactions in complex food supply chains. This project aims to investigate how AI can be leveraged to reduce waste, enhance efficiency, and build resilience in food supply chains by enabling effective human-AI collaboration.

Qualification(s) Available

• PhD

Entry Requirements

• At least a 2:1 honours degree (or equivalent) with a UK master's degree (with an average programme mark of no less than 65%) or international equivalent.

Fees for Entry

• UK: £5,006 per academic year
• International: £22,360 per academic year

Duration and Start Date

• Full-time: 3 years
• Start date: October 2025, January 2026

Application Deadline

• 1 October 2025

Project Reference

• LB25-UJ-AL-unfunded

Location

• Loughborough

Subject Area(s)

• Business and Economics

Project Details

This PhD project explores the potential of AI in improving food supply chains. Using a combination of interviews, surveys, and case studies, the research will investigate how AI can assist managers in making critical decisions while addressing challenges related to collaboration, transparency, and trust.

Supervisors

• Primary supervisor: Dr Uchitha Jayawickrama
• Secondary supervisor: Dr Antti Lyyra

English Language Requirements

Applicants must meet the minimum English language requirements. Loughborough Business School requires a minimum IELTS band 7.0 or above with not less than 7.0 in each component.

Fees and Funding

Tuition fees cover the cost of teaching, assessment, and operating University facilities. Fees are reviewed annually and are likely to increase to take into account inflationary pressures.

How to Apply

1. Prepare a research proposal (between 2,500 to 3,000 words including references) and share it with the identified supervisor(s) to confirm their support.
2. Submit the application online, selecting ‘Business School’ under programme name, and upload the research proposal, transcripts/certificates, English language certificate, and contact details of two academic references.

Selection Criteria

The selection criteria will be used by academic schools to help them take a decision on the application.