Dr. Robert Lillywhite

Associate Professor

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Biography

Robert Lillywhite is an Associate Professor at the University of Warwick, specializing in systems sustainability across the environmental, agricultural, food, and healthcare sectors. His research focuses on the environmental outcomes arising from current practices in these domains, examining how burdens may be mitigated to reduce human impact on the environment. Lillywhite utilizes environmental accounting techniques, such as life cycle assessment and carbon footprinting, to identify hotspots and develop strategies for reduction. He leads various projects, including converting food waste into sustainable insect protein and studying nutrient dynamics in soil. With a commitment to integrated approaches, Lillywhite’s collaboration includes large-scale assessments of agricultural practices and healthcare procedures, addressing the urgent need to reconcile economic, environmental, and social values for true sustainability. He teaches both undergraduate and postgraduate students at the School of Life Sciences and Warwick Medical School, covering topics such as environmental accounting, bioenergy, and global food security, while supervising student research projects.

Research Interests

Courses

Environmental Accounting Cereal Root Crop Agronomy Introduction BASIS Bioproduct Plant Design & Economic Analysis Environmental Protection, Risk Assessment & Safety Bioenergy Biorefining Soil Sustainability Environment Organic Low Input Systems Challenges Global Food Security Low-Impact Sustainable Healthcare Global Health

Requirements for University of Warwick

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.1
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:92
PTE
Listening
Required:59
Reading
Required:59
Writing
Required:59
Speaking
Required:59
Overall
Required:62
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in Engineering or a related STEM discipline
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Official transcripts
  • Degree certificate
  • Personal statement
  • One academic reference
  • CV/Resume
  • English language proficiency evidence
Specialization Notes

Includes General, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Biomedical, and Manufacturing Engineering. Most programs fall under English Band A.