Nutritional Sciences (Ph.D.)
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| FCS 5010 | Seminar (1 credit taken every fall semester for 3 years) | 3 |
| 5000-level or above Statistical Analysis course | 3 | |
| 5000-level or above Research Methods course | 3 | |
| Additional 5000-level or above courses as determined with committee 1 | 43 | |
| Additional courses | 26 | |
| Total Hours | 78 | |
- 1
Up to 15 credits of FCS 6000 can be counted in this total
Courses to total 78 credits for this degree.
Please see the Graduate Student Handbook for details and program requirements on earning this degree.
- Gain expertise in the fundamental principles of nutritional sciences.
- Comprehend the complex interrelationships between nutrition, health, and disease.
- Develop theoretical and methodological skills in selected area of nutritional research.
- Acquire robust written and oral communication skills to disseminate scientific information.
- Begin to contribute to the betterment of human and/or animal nutrition regionally, nationally, and/or globally.